Make Music Man Great Again| Bass Guitar Repair Guide SUB

[@mr.k1t]

Full demo here - kzbin.info/www/bejne/a5-ak6yZqM-Aaas

[@HaoXiaoXi]

What type of oil did you use on the neck?

[@benzakonium]

Man, if I received that back from restoration I'd be over the moon. Beautifully done. Just the right amount of work, not overdone, you allowed it to tell its story, but be playable enough to make many more.

[@mr.k1t]

Thank you!

[@YogsenForfoth]

@@mr.k1t An absolutely amazing job. One of the best restorations I have ever seen. Well done.

[@johnjohn37371]

What is great about this is that he's obviously working within the client's wishes and budget...and doing it competently...not always the easiest kinda dude to find...

[@christopherlewis1847]

Beautiful work! You did the bass's history justice without overdoing the restoration. Much respect for your skill and patience. Cheers!

[@mr.k1t]

Thank you!

[@montauta]

I think is more a "preservation" than a restoration job, and is an excellent choice.

[@ChaosAttractor13]

Ole “Poop Hands” McGee is going to love it!

[@TheNewenglandboys]

I watched the entire video, then I saw this comment and I’m still laughing a half hour later at 4:45 am lol

[@ChicagoBulls1984]

@@TheNewenglandboys hes gonna shit himself when he sees it!

[@TheNewenglandboys]

@@ChicagoBulls1984 lol I wonder if he’ll wash his hands before he plays it the first time or just wipe he a.. and grab it lol

[@gorillaump5869]

Correction good Sir, it's actually Poop hands Mc poopy hands the third.

[@MikeDragonborn]

Edward dookie hands! 😂

[@MrSparks54]

Beautiful birds-eye neck. I'm a bassist too and it was a pleasure watching you make it look and play good again. Thank you for sharing

[@mr.k1t]

Thank you for comment. Good to hear it

[@johnstoneruth8809]

Thankyou.... my dearest lovely friend was a french instrument maker.... a "compangion"... a true master of his art... for 30 years i watched fascinated as he worked on my old 12 string.... I am crying as i watch this...the emotion is too strong... he was killed last year... i miss him very much...seeing this video brought it all back.... but i don't mind... i still love to see this work....thankyou for reminding me of so many happy years...and please! Keep up the good work......

[@lambdaman3228]

So... many... ellipses...

[@iscovidoveryet7828]

Good job. I had a brief Duh moment while asking myself, why didn't he do the full Resto? then It dawned on me 1/2 way through the thought... Some things are worth keeping, including every memory attached to every dent, scratch and tiniest of mark on the instruments that have brought us so much joy and healing. Being restored to original is fine on old cars, on old guitars, I think some artistic license can can be afforded if it can keep it's 'character' while improving it's playability.

[@sparkyguitar0058]

That's the only way I would want mine done. A 93 Amer deluxe plus Strat maple neck. I've owned since 96. Lots of character marks in it I want there forever. Nothing all that bad but. Did the string line marks have to come out. I don't have that but I do have finish coming off on the fretboard and would like the look to stay the same. It's kinda dirty and worn looking. I like it. Can frets be replaced and original neck look still be there? Or does it all HAVE to be sanded smooth? Just wondering.

[@DSteinman]

Stripping the back of the neck seemed a little overkill to me

[@stevenbowman761]

This is a joy to watch. You've resurrected the beauty and life of this gem of a bass. Time well spent. Dude, you've got SKILLS.

[@mr.k1t]

Thank you for your words

[@jmanzemail]

I'd have to agree. He kept what he kept and he left what he left perfectly...

[@jmanzemail]

@@mr.k1t You're welcome...

[@umami0247]

Some would say that this bass was abused I believe it was well loved and played with heart felt enthusiasm!!

[@CrashPK77]

This is like ASMR for bass nerds. Hands of a surgeon.

[@Dogsrule777]

That was so therapeutic to watch! Beautiful restoration!

[@joelrunyan1608]

That wood in that neck is absolutely gorgeous. And looks sooo much better without that lacquer

[@primate68]

Great work, it was just delightful to watch your work. I play a 89 sting ray for 30 years and still love it. I love the classical mm sound when you finally played it. Stay strange in Kiev, all the best for you, your family and Ukraine

[@mr.k1t]

Thank you!

[@miagijunior]

I was born in 87. I have a Mman 2012, how I wish a vintage bass like this. Perfect job!!

[@mr.k1t]

Thanks!

[@pvdguitars2951]

Beautiful instrument. Clean work. You did justice to the age of this bass. Keeping the patina is so much better than a full refinish! 👍

[@MegaChiller]

Music industry is standing on People like you, i appreciate you very much, thank you for your work, have a niceday.

[@MegaChiller]

From Russia, with love)

[@mikas2051]

Thank you for doing the aged instrument justice by not removing its history and charm with over restoring. Now it is beautiful and playable for many more years to come.

[@davidcooke3811]

Absolutely beautiful job. I love that you've left the "patina" (chips, dents etc) on the body. I was expecting a full sandback and lacquering but thankfully you kept the look and history of the bass intact. I used to worry about the minor scuffs and dents on my stingray but it is what it is, those scars are a part of its life. How the fret board got quite so filthy, I mean I always cleaned mine after a gig, it was part of the packing up ritual. Bearing in mind I played mostly punk for 17 years the guitar has taken a beating but looks better now than it did new in 1990. Nice one!

[@jamesmcallister5494]

Wow,the neck has been played for a long time ,someone really liked that instrument.

[@mattrogers1946]

Yeah, and now all that mojo got refinished...

[@johnromansky6834]

A real skilled worker The bass looks so good and cleaned up . I like how you kept it all original and didn't paint or refinish.

[@mr.k1t]

Thanks!

[@Lammergeier350]

It is always a pleasure to see care taken with the old instruments. I am glad to see that you have not given up on this. Slava Ukraini.

[@mr.k1t]

Thank You for support!

[@blaiseroche]

Indeed. A contender for best musical bass repair video of the year, was awesomely musical. Anyone else play bass all the way thru it? lol.

[@ClayGravil]

oh man... that neck was a beautiful piece of birdseye. The restore was just right - many stories to tell of the songs and gigs past, but ready to go for many many more thanks to you.

[@oldfriend327]

Make no mistake about it, and with God as my witness, not the world, the universe is a much better place because of people exactly like you who do this kind of work, modifications, and really healing is the word to guitars and basses. I'm not kidding either. Thank you for everything you do and most important, thank you for sharing what you do with us.

[@mr.k1t]

Thank you for your words!

[@randallh3747]

Mesmerising! I couldn’t tear myself away from this - it was really enjoyable to watch. What skills. Top marks!!

[@Mr512austintexas]

This is a wonderful video, a real joy to watch. Thank you so much for sharing it! You are clearly very skilled and your heart is in your work. I also really admire you approach to the restoration of this gorgeous bass ... you gave it a new lease on life without destroying the mojo. Brilliant. Thank you.

[@mr.k1t]

Comments like yours motivate to create new videos. Thank you!

[@SteveWeltman]

You're spot on.. Wish I could have given you 5 thumbs up for your comment! :D

[@ivannavi4260]

@@mr.k1t ти часом не знав Андрія Андрійовича?

[@StigaWorldCup]

Really like Music man bass guitars. I’ve got a Stirling 4 string custom shop myself from 2008. Really smooth to play, great sound & reliable.

[@samstainer7455]

Fantastic work in conditions most of us could never appreciate. Bless you and your country.

[@filipdemeyst8842]

Bless you AND your neighbourhood.

[@KilmaineBilly]

Loved that you repaired what needed, but left the character of the instrument.

[@mr.k1t]

Thank you!

[@Liesl_Cigarboxguitar]

It's so theraputic watching you do this. Beautiful restoration my friend 🙂

[@joecasa85]

Your passion and dedication are pure art! It's gorgeous to look at that wood!

[@deeperblueofficial]

One of the best KZbin videos I ever seen.

[@mr.k1t]

Thanks!

[@ernieball9516]

One of the worst KZbin video I ever steen.

[@randomserb761]

Крутой ролик, воскресение одного инструмента! Будьте здоровы и в безопасности ❤️

[@Duc_Klackalack]

Boy that was refreshing. Excellent skills. Loved seeing new mute pads installed for a complete and thorough job. All the best.

[@mr.k1t]

Thank you, you are the first to notice this)

[@vladimirantonenko3508]

Супер! Я як власник дуже задоволений! Усім рекомендую!

[@Олег-ч9ю5щ]

Де знаходиться майстер?

[@jpazviera]

Fret work is just perfect. I have seen a lot of known-brands instruments with less care and finish than this.

[@musikmaan]

Incredibly satisfying video to watch! Gorgeous instrument 👏🏻

[@mr.k1t]

Thank You!

[@opsdark6834]

15:56 the blow to clean the dust/hair off made my soul calm and saved my day lol

[@EuropaMan]

A labor of love. Great work on this bass under extreme conditions. Stay safe and we pray your life will get back to normal soon.

[@mr.k1t]

Thank you for yours prayers!

[@EuropaMan]

@@mr.k1t When I first watched your video, I had no idea where you were from. I live in Canada and when this nightmare began I couldn't stop thinking about your plight and wrote this song to get my feelings out. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bn3ckmmqgc-fjtk

[@juansolitario8458]

In my opinion it looked way better as an old mojo bass, but i respect your work👍🏼

[@therealpalo001]

I agree.

[@drovoseg]

Yep, you should never remove finish from fretboard, it looks unnatural and reduces vintage guitar value

[@mattrogers1946]

Agreed

[@benmarshall6663]

Yeah someone spent 25 years getting it to look like that. All those gigs and stories- gone.

[@mattrogers1946]

@@benmarshall6663 💯

[@MontrealMusiciansExchange]

When you first apply the OiL - Mmmmm creamy ! Makes a huge effect on the Bird’s eye maple. BEAUTIFUL work. Peace will come. ❤ All our love from Canada.

[@mr.k1t]

Thank you! Greetings from Ukraine!

[@MrGul]

Absolutely fantastic work! Beautiful in every single way, both the craftmanship and the bass itself (and the playing at the end, too).

[@anxose]

...da gusto verte! precioso trabajo!👍👍👍👍desde🇪🇸🇪🇸

[@johnglynhughes4239]

Odd to think some people think dirt adds value... Great job 👌

[@mr.k1t]

Thank you

[@DavePorterBand]

Such a great video and restoration! Thanks for sharing. We support Ukraine! 🇺🇦

[@mr.k1t]

Thank you for support!

[@shakedydogshake]

A lot of work, to bring that neck to a, like new feeling. BUT, ohhhhh so worth it!!! Simon Gallup, would be proud!

[@tedtownsend8933]

Nice job. I'm sure it plays great. Since all the natural patina was removed from the neck but kept on the headstock, I would have used a tinted oil or lacquer to match the vintage.

[@darkscience1466]

Oh really Ted would you have? You would have ordered from Stew Mac for delivery in Kyiv is my guess too?

[@tedtownsend8933]

Actually, I would have paid someone to do it for me.

[@hoosierdaddy2308]

@@darkscience1466 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@cody.meadows]

He did it just as Musicman offers from the factory with an unfinished neck. Mine is exactly like this where the finish starts at the headstock. You would never get the same finish with a tinted oil. Adding a lacquer defeats the purpose of the repair.

[@NicleT]

I was wondering the same thing. When I saw the headstock put back almost as they were at the beginning, I got a shock and didn't understand why.

[@MrPendell]

Really brought out the beauty of that birdseye maple- bravo!

[@jackbradley9586]

I know this was a couple months ago you posted but I loved watching you bring that bass back to life, and that neck looks amazing! 😊

[@mr.k1t]

Thank you!

[@robinleebraun7739]

I might have waited for the frets to be installed before I oiled the fretboard. That way the oil isn’t in the slots and the swelling wood holds the fret tangs tighter. And using a press rather than a hammer for the frets for a more uniform result. I also use glue under the frets. PRS does that. But that being said, the result is beautiful.

[@mr.k1t]

Thank you! Sometimes I use a press, but often I work with a hammer. I have also tried oil after I put the frets on and still I like to prep the wood first, the result is more cleaner.

[@mattrogers1946]

Yup, I'm not a fan of oiling guitar. It's not a lawnmower...

[@stevencochrane115]

Boy! that bass has seen some action. Although, a sympathetic restoration on a great bass and a beautiful result. All done under very difficult circumstances. Well done my friend, keep on doing what you love.

[@richsackett3423]

If you press the headstock back to open the kerf, Fender-style nuts come right out. Honestly never seen so much craziness to pull frets. If you grab them at an end and curl them backward like you’re using a claw hammer to take out a nail, there is minima tear-out. The solder approach seems dicey for a finished fretboard you aren’t going to refin.

[@mattrogers1946]

Exactly

[@SirDamned]

This video is so relaxing, I feel so calm now. Although the world tiniest tablesaw did crack me up..I spent more time than I care to admit using a big one in a joinery factory...

[@Yuval_L1974]

This was great to watch. You're methodically purposeful because you know what you are doing. I work on 6 string guitars of all types and this was a pleasure to learn from. Thanks.

[@mr.k1t]

I'm glad that my work has been useful to you.

[@johnfenner347]

Absolutely Marvellous !. A master at work. Fabulous dedication and patience. Wonderful job. Greetings from Scotland.

[@mr.k1t]

Thank you! Greetings from Ukraine!

[@malcolmmackenzie9645]

Great middle of the road restoration that increases the playability, but maintains the worn in look as well. Great job.

[@mr.k1t]

Thank You!

[@mattrogers1946]

Nah. Sadly, a lot of the mojo was removed from this well played instrument.

[@agvr5653]

That was pure poetry ! I enjoyed every second of the video, and yes, the balance between the "restored" part and "better keep it old" one is perfect. immediately subscribed 😏 Slava Ukraini !

[@EverendeverGroup]

I owned a Stingray back in '81-'83 and I miss it terribly. More than my two former wives, that's for sure. I can't believe this one was in such terrible shape, but you did a great job under ridiculous circumstances. Stay strong! 🇺🇦

[@mr.k1t]

Thanks, I really like the MM.

[@Mr512austintexas]

I never had a Music Man, but I'm right there with you about the "former wives"! 😂 And Ukraine. 💛💙

[@carrotcreamguitar]

I started to learn Guitar few months ago, and I like restoring or repairing something else. Your video is so clean and enjoyable! This makes me want to maintain my Guitar that I bought 2 months ago😅

[@Ninja_Revenge]

Nicely nicely done! Greetings from Ukrainian living in Japan. Stay safe!

[@HitExplosionVideo]

I dunno. I’m pretty bummed that that fantastic patina was scraped off the fingerboard. Was that necessary to do the fret work? That was decades in the making and gave the bass so much character.

[@mr.k1t]

It was necessary to get a straight neck. And and it felt disgusting.

[@mattrogers1946]

No it wasn't...

[@Alex-nl6sy]

Beautiful! You have me just the info I needed to avoid my making a mistake! Thanx.

[@janvanderheijden3733]

Clear👍🏻

[@zorbathegeek]

Very relaxing - I would love to see the before and after comparison at the end

[@CoppertoneTim]

I learned a technique years ago, and a master luthier started using my method. A 2mm pc of foam around a credit card, and place 400 grit paper around that. This helps round crown the frets without the leaving harsh marring. Increase grit up to 2K then polish. Thought this might be a tip for alternative for the luthiers that have little tools on hand or novices.

[@boozok1013]

Wow ! Realy cool work man !! Svitlo v kogny xaty))))

[@MasterFailureOfficialChannel]

You did a fantastic job! She looks better than ever.

[@injustice3602]

Ждем больше подобных видео. Это просто потрясающе

[@thomasrowell6569]

That's some rare craftsmanship you've got there great video

[@wharrgarblstudios]

This was awesome! Well done on an amazing restoration! Out of interest, what wood was the body made out of? From the grain pattern it looks like it could be pine. Also, out of curiosity, why didn’t you put a new coat of lacquer on the neck and fretboard?

[@mr.k1t]

Thank you! It’s ash. A new coating would take longer and be more expensive. the customer preferred faster and cheaper.

[@teraflove1979]

Отличное релаксирующее видео! Всегда приятно видеть специалиста за работой. Хороший инструмент, надеюсь, прослужит хозяину в два раза дольше

[@bassnsax]

I was a bit apprehensive at the beginning of the video (I love the look of a well-aged instrument), but you had expertly restored this bass! The nut is a piece of fine art! Well done! 👏👏👏What type of oil did you use for the neck? Glad to hear you are safe!

[@mr.k1t]

I used “Osmo Top Oil” Thank you!

[@Alex-nw4mt]

@@mr.k1t

[@gunsandguitars6678]

It's alive !!! Excellent job ☆☆☆☆.

[@timothymallon]

Very glad to see you're still safe. We support Ukraine and pray for a better tomorrow!

[@mr.k1t]

I am glad when I hear such words. Thank you for support.

[@ewadge]

May you and your country be blessed and for this episode in your history to be over. Fantastic work and thank you for documenting it.

[@mr.k1t]

Thank you!

[@vasilypokhodun1354]

Красиво, вы большой молодец

[@Tjoppy]

You can almost hear the bass say "Aaaah, thank you MRKT!' The intonation looked very weird. Glad you fixed that too.

[@MrWalboy1]

Craftsmanship of the highest order. This was awesome to watch. Thanks for posting!

[@mr.k1t]

Thank you for comment!

[@davidgagnon2849]

Beautiful job on this great vintage bass! And that neck! That's got to be the most beautiful birdseye maple neck I've ever seen!

[@mattrogers1946]

Until he stripped all the finish.

[@poucasnotas4349]

I would cry if someone did that "cleaning" on my bass... beautiful work indeed.

[@whatsgoingon71]

Stunning result... Love that satin birdeye maple neck!

[@mr.k1t]

Thanks!

[@billytrance6893]

Excellent!! Well done! Thanks so much for posting! 🙂

[@mr.k1t]

Thank you for comment!

[@octaveobsessions]

the fretboard now is looking so new to make a stark contrast with the still flaking-off laquer of the body (suppose the customer didn't want a full restoration, but might come back later for it after seeing the difference)

[@anonymousradioshow]

Great restoration !! This beauty was well overdue for some tender loving care!!!! QUESTION: when you were bending the frets, how did you dial in #10 Radius on that bending machine? (I did not see any options)

[@333Squishy]

It first I was hoping you would somehow keep the cool wear marks on the fretboard, but I like the full restoration much better. Excellent!

[@mr.k1t]

Thanks!

[@griffinnelsonaudiovisuals2362]

Question! This may make me look dumb, but why use solder when removing frets? I see a ton of people do it, and it seems to work wonders. But I'm curious about the purpose of using solder over just touching the iron to the fret. Thanks!

[@mr.k1t]

The solder gives fast and uniform heating of the fret, in this case the glue dissolves under the entire fret and is easily removed. You can heat without solder, but you need to take the fret out much slower and more carefully.

[@griffinnelsonaudiovisuals2362]

@@mr.k1t That's what I was thinking, but was unsure. Thanks for the reply! Keep up the great work!

[@nesjo7777]

Sorry man , what about the headstock?? What about the tuners, the pickguard, the laquer on the fretboard??? What about the body????etc..

[@ernieball9516]

What is this amateur doing to this nice bass…..😢

[@theopinions47]

I thought it was just me. It seemed like a half way job

[@OfficialKevinFox]

He actually did a great job. I’m a luthier as well. Did none of you think about what the customer wanted? Maybe the customer just wanted it restored to being able to be perfectly playable and sounding great, while maintaining the patina and aging to the rest of it. If the tuners fu thin perfectly fine, they don’t need to be messed with. Same goes for everything else. Because now, this bass, to collectors, hasn’t been refinished. Which devalues a guitar significantly. You guys don’t need to be putting him down for not doing the job you wanted him to do. It’s not your instrument. And did, what looks like to be, a great job. Neck and fretboard shine and look smooth and frets are polished to a mirror shine. So why the hate?

[@kamikazehound3243]

​@OfficialKevinFox they are probably young and do not know know any better

[@Ivan.8067]

O trabalho do luthier é maravilhoso ! Eu admiro e respeito, obrigado por mostrar, eu 'toco contra baixo ' 👍🏻✌️

[@SteveWeltman]

Fantastic work on that bass. That neck wood was way too beautiful to be covered by laquer. A couple questions. I thought you were going to refinish the whole instrument. Why not work on the tuners, the electronics plate and refinish at least the back of the body? I continue to keep Ukraine in prayer for peace and safety.

[@mr.k1t]

Customer didn’t want it, he preferred to leave such a condition.

[@mr.k1t]

Thank you for support!

[@SteveWeltman]

@@mr.k1t Ah... I thought this was your instrument. Makes sense to do these things to me, but not to your customer. Even still, what an epic rebuild. I bet it plays 1000x better than before. You have a pretty amazing luthier shop.

[@CoppertoneTim]

Dude, you got some nice thorough touches. Thank you!!

[@mr.k1t]

Thanks!

[@rodmac8358]

What a job, man! It must have taken you ages to finish it. Well done!

[@michaelanthony9068]

Incredible! Beautiful work. Very interesting video.

[@dieselrider]

MusicMan...oh man,this slapmachine💔

[@rastanz]

My 78' Musicman Sabre's fretboard looks like that. Needs some treatment like you did with yours. Great video, awesome restoration.

[@francescohygenpuddu4055]

As much as I admire the skill, that bass looked sooooo much better when it had all that mojo... I would have gone with some light cleaning, but I imagine this is what the customer wanted.

[@robayojimbo]

???

[@theaquabatsrule777]

It was filthy looks way better now imo

[@Bassmith1]

Mojo? That was filth. Good players create “mojo” on any bass they play. Mojo is in your hands! The guitar is just an instrument.

[@Gubbins_McBumbersnoot]

Naaaah. That thing needed a deep cleaning man. I would never play something that gross on stage lol.

[@jasonstansell8090]

Very good job!!! I would love to know more about the tools used for the restoration......well done!

[@amandawright1372]

Watching from the UK. Great video. Loving the care you take in your work. Keep safe my friend. ❤

[@mr.k1t]

Thank you, best wishes from Ukraine!

[@HabAnagarek]

I'd say just get a new bass, but probably not possible right now..

[@mr.k1t]

You can't just buy a new Music Man 80s)

[@HabAnagarek]

@@mr.k1t true, true, and I was thinking Ukraine right now. Stay safe man.

[@Phlizz]

Great restoration! Maybe a thin layer of laquer on the fretboard and neck? So it will protect the birdseye for another refinish in 2045 🙂

[@djangodjango4050]

An absolute thing of beauty

[@MrTruckeranton]

Jesteś Mistrzem! Fajna robota. Trzymajcie się chłopaki, Polska jest z wami razem. Sława Ukrainie!

[@mr.k1t]

Dziękuję!

[@eddybarker5072]

Awesome job. Such immaculate detail on the fretboard. I like how you left the headstock vintage.

[@mr.k1t]

Thanks!

[@rocksteady6448]

Why do that to that guitar, that guitar has a story behind it I don't get people that want there instruments so clean and mint when my guitar gets nicks scratches and a worn down fret board I love it why would anyone want to change that ?

[@mr.k1t]

The customer bought this bass and wanted a clean and fresh feeling. We did not do a complete restoration of the varnish just to preserve the history.

[@mattrogers1946]

Exactly!

[@larryn2682]

*their instruments

[@handel1111]

I want my guitar squeaky clean though, don't be a hipster

[@MrKenstar2]

Learn how to film, everything was too close