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Tommy wrote:Pretty sure mine had an aluminum nut... Caix or 154 remember for sure?It was some kind of metal nut yeah, but it's been a few years. A lot of the knobs on that bass didn't work, but it was still one of the most aggressive basses I've ever heard. The other T-40s I've heard/played had more of a honking midrange sound to them that I didn't really like.They are so square and ugly that they're kind of cool, like old Volvos.

It would weigh about 30lbs, but yeah..

If I decide to ever get another "cheap" bass, I'm hoping I can find a T40 with the burst finish. I love the way those things look, and if it plays anything near the way a P-bass does, I'll probably be that much more into it.

Easily the most confusing diagram I've ever read for a guitar. I think event the Jaguar Bass one was easier to follow.After dealing w/ J Burns' weight relieved LPDC, I think a router and a 1/8" maple slab could do wonders for these things...but I'm unwilling to try it on mine. Seriously, could router out 1.5 or 2 pounds of ash.

tallchris wrote:chris jury wrote:Easily the most confusing diagram I've ever read for a guitar. I think event the Jaguar Bass one was easier to follow.After dealing w/ J Burns' weight relieved LPDC, I think a router and a 1/8" maple slab could do wonders for these things...but I'm unwilling to try it on mine. Seriously, could router out 1.5 or 2 pounds of ash.Do you still have my old T-40?Yep. I am leaning toward playing the Danelectro for the new project, but it is somewhat limiting. Might have to get the old Backbreaker out and give it a go.

subprime wrote:It seems like the only non rad part of the bass, unless it isntDefine "non rad."On second thought, no, please don't.

subprime wrote:Is the bridge worth replacing? It seems odd.The bridge is one of the best things about it!

I love T-40's. As soon as I find a black on black that is in good condition, and I have an extra $300-$400 to toss around, I'm getting one. I don't think you can find a better quality bass for less or even around what they go for. They are getting more expensive though, so I better hurry.

garthplinko wrote:japmn wrote:I love T-40's. As soon as I find a black on black that is in good condition, and I have an extra $300-$400 to toss around, I'm getting one. I don't think you can find a better quality bass for less or even around what they go for. They are getting more expensive though, so I better hurry.I might be able to help you. I have one I traded a friend for and it's just not doing it for me. The neck just feels kinda unusual - wide across the nut but thick across the back. I want to put new strings on it and set the action better before I completely give up on it though. Visually, the black ones look tougher than a Viking's hell-hammer. Maybe even too tough for my dumpy old bald-ass.Keep me in mind if you decide to part with it. I have zero disposable funds at the moment.