Melody Maker refinish - project log

[culturejam]

Got a little more done yesterday. Slow but steady.

To my surprise, there is a distinct under-layer of deep red. This was not the case on the back or sides, just on the maple cap.

Nice figuring, though. Should look neat when I get around to staining.

[Swordfishtrombone]

Thanks for the tip! I'm probably going to go with GFS mini humbuckers. I've heard good things about them, and I don't have the cash just now for Duncan Antiquities (not that they are all that expensive). I think they might be small/short enough to fit with the existing plate, but I guess I'll find out when I get them. GFS just announced a sale, so I think I shall strike while the iron is hot.

I can't say anything about their regular minis, but the firebird pickups are nice imo. Have a pair in my Jaguar, and they're fantastic for what I want to do. They interact really well with the muff too when I'm adjusting volume.