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New Kay Neck So
many old Kay double basses have this classic neck break. This bass had
been repaired in the past, incorrectly, with bolts. Eventually the neck
repair fails...they always do.
We love old Kay basses...something about the Americana aspect
of them just moves us...and we like to see every old Kay bass leave our shop
better than the day it was made.
We begin by removing the old neck. Then we fill the old
mortise with aged German spruce. A new neck made on the same machine as
the original necks is chalk fit. We feel the new neck retains the
character of the the instrument while adding the security of new material.
After the neck is fit and glued, shaping of the heel can
begin. The repair is finished with color matching of the original lacquer
and any antiquing needed to match the body. Whenever possible the original
tuners are always used.
This old Kay is sure to play well for another 75 years!
BEFORE...
DURING...
AFTER!
Many thanks to this basses owner for the before and after pictures!!!!! |
