[JoeF24]

I am looking at building up an SG Bass replica through Warmoth.com But I noticed that their SG body is the same width as the p-bass, etc. The thing I love about the SG's is how thin they are. Could someone measure their bass body and let me know how thick it is? Gibsons site didn't give dimensions (that I could find). And if you have an extra minute and a scale, how much does your bass weigh? Thanks.

-Joe

[Redbird]

My slot head has to be around 1 1/2" thick

[jules]

The EB0/3 basses were 1 5/16" throughout their production (according to all catalogues 1962-197. No variation whatsoever.

I always assumed the post '72s were thicker (but never measured them) - there you go.

[JoeF24]

Thanks for your help!

[Dave W]

The post-72s might be a tiny bit thicker, but I think the heavier mahogany and fewer body contours may just make it seem so.

In any case, you can't really get a replica from Warmoth. Even if they would make it thinner for you (and I doubt they will),and even if you gluedin the neck, it has a Fender neck pocket. The neck and string spacing would have to be wider, etc.

[jules]

Originally Posted by jules

The EB0/3 basses were 1 5/16" throughout their production (according to all catalogues 1962-197. No variation whatsoever.

I always assumed the post '72s were thicker (but never measured them) - there you go.

ok, I was right - just measured one - my '73 EB3 is 1 9/16" deep - thats a full 1/4" thicker. Guess they just forgot to update the descriptions in the catalogues (for 5 years, and 3 catalogues)

[Dave W]

I can't say that I'm surprised. Catalogs are put out by admen, not musicians.

It continues to this day.The LP Faded I just sent back has 2 volume and 2 tone controls, and it's about 1.6" at the nut. But the description at MF (which no doubt came directly from Gibson) says it has 2 volume and 1 tone and a 1.5" nut width.

[Redbird]

I was wondering why you would make one, when in the end it will end up possibly costing more than a real one, but end up being worth, less, than what you put into it?

What is it you want that the countless Gibson/Epi versions don't have?

Just curious?