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.

[@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...

[@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...

[@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

[@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.

[@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...

[@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

[@umami0247]

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

[@joelrunyan1608]

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

[@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...

[@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! 👍

[@CrashPK77]

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

[@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!

[@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!

[@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!

[@miagijunior]

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

[@mr.k1t]

Thanks!

[@Dogsrule777]

That was so therapeutic to watch! Beautiful restoration!

[@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)

[@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?

[@joecasa85]

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

[@Liesl_Cigarboxguitar]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@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😅

[@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.

[@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)

[@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 💯

[@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

[@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! 😂

[@KilmaineBilly]

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

[@mr.k1t]

Thank you!

[@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🇪🇸🇪🇸

[@vladimirantonenko3508]

Супер! Я як власник дуже задоволений! Усім рекомендую!

[@Олег-ч9ю5щ]

Де знаходиться майстер?

[@samstainer7455]

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

[@filipdemeyst8842]

Bless you AND your neighbourhood.

[@gabrielcornea9119]

Great work, but why no polish on the mechanics/metal parts? Also, the backside was forgotten...

[@randomserb761]

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

[@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!

[@randallh3747]

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

[@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!

[@deeperblueofficial]

One of the best KZbin videos I ever seen.

[@mr.k1t]

Thanks!

[@ernieball9516]

One of the worst KZbin video I ever steen.

[@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.

[@agcalvin]

Wow.... AMAZING restoration, I really enjoyed watching it. I would suggest some details, polish the tunners, the pickup magnets, and the pickguard to make it perfect. Anyway, great job, thanks for sharing it!

[@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

[@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.

[@zorbathegeek]

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

[@Tjoppy]

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

[@justinludeman8424]

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.

[@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!

[@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.

[@hydorah]

Beautiful bird's eyes in that neck and the fret job you did looks outstanding. That's one lucky bass to have landed in your workshop. Certainly it needed some love!

[@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...

[@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...

[@johnfenner347]

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

[@mr.k1t]

Thank you! Greetings from Ukraine!

[@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

[@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!

[@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. 💛💙

[@opsdark6834]

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

[@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!

[@rastanz]

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

[@boozok1013]

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

[@501chorusecho]

oh my god....you did NOT just remove all that cool wear from that fingerboard....please tell me you did not...

[@mattrogers1946]

He did...

[@jazzblasterrr]

I was a little sad you removed the years of play wear until I saw the gorgeous Birds Eye maple underneath. The wood deserves to be seen.

[@MrWalboy1]

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

[@mr.k1t]

Thank you for comment!

[@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.

[@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.

[@poucasnotas4349]

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

[@何も出来ないカスタマーセンター]

Hi from Japan. That's a very nice video. Bass guitar sounds good too.

[@mr.k1t]

Hi! Thank you!

[@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.

[@MasterFailureOfficialChannel]

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

[@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!

[@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.

[@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

[@eddybarker5072]

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

[@mr.k1t]

Thanks!

[@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)

[@johnglynhughes4239]

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

[@mr.k1t]

Thank you

[@vasilypokhodun1354]

Красиво, вы большой молодец

[@MrPendell]

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

[@rodmac8358]

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

[@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...

[@DavePorterBand]

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

[@mr.k1t]

Thank you for support!

[@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.

[@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.

[@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 🙂

[@Alex-nl6sy]

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

[@janvanderheijden3733]

Clear👍🏻

[@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.

[@thomasrowell6569]

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

[@dieselrider]

MusicMan...oh man,this slapmachine💔

[@diegotopete2017]

Excellent work! I'm very impressed how you were able to restore the beautiful Birdseye maple hiding underneath all the gunk on the fretboard and neck.

[@darrenwells2277]

Wow... you could tell that would play like a dream once you finished everything on it. Love what you did with the neck it looks brand new!

[@mr.k1t]

Yes I could. It was one of the most beautiful and pleasant bass what I had.

[@injustice3602]

Ждем больше подобных видео. Это просто потрясающе

[@teraflove1979]

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

[@mattbridges8908]

Honestly the natural wear before the restoration was really beautiful. As long as it played well and the electronics all worked I probably would have just polished the frets and sent it out again. I never liked shiny new instruments, they always seem unapproachable and sterile. When I see a neck with that level of honest wear I know that someone has loved that instrument and played it every day for decades, so it must be fun to play. I know you're a repair shop and probably just doing what the client asked for, but to someone like me this is like erasing the history of the instrument, to me the instrument is now a lie. Like a 70 year old actor with too much botox.

[@mr.k1t]

Understood you. I couldn't polish the frets, the neck was crooked, so we did refret and made a new pleasant cover of the neck.

[@mattrogers1946]

Correct, now it's half beat up and half shiny.

[@johnny11895]

I love how you leave a certain amount of patina especially on the tuners, it's a wild contrast to the fresh look on the fretwork

[@mr.k1t]

Thank you!

[@johnwallace7694]

That is real wear , not a factory relic , i love a well worn instrument , nice job .

[@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

[@KevlarVTX]

Great job, the birdseye really pops out. And that’s a good one, with the 2 band EQ.

[@mr.k1t]

Basses were great before the ernie ball era

[@Officialshayne]

Should’ve left it!

[@shakedydogshake]

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

[@mariofabrizi5050]

This is a horror movie

[@mr.k1t]

Boo!

[@ernieball9516]

This is a major fucked up fretboard. Do you think about this bad tuners, pickguard, pick-up etc. etc……This is a Putin horror movie😮

[@mattrogers1946]

Nightmare on Gooch St. This should be an example of what not to do...

[@Cletus4594]

Not your client or instrument really