Bass Direct in the UK is now an official distributor for Skjold basses and is taking orders for my custom series. If nothing else, check out the site! It’s just chocked full of goodies and wonderful gear!
Bass Direct UK
Tone demo for new Skjold bass !
Many have asked for it so I thought I’d post a little snippet of a tune I’m working on for the new CD (will keep you posted on THAT as well!!). It’s not fully mixed and is not a representation of the complete track, but there is a nice display of tones here. The bass is flat with a slight bass boost and the melody is flat with the neck pickup soloed. Hope you like it!!
btw: this track is in 5… see if you can feel it! 
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Skjold Damian Erskine Signature Series Bass!!
I am absolutely THRILLED to let you all know about something Pete Skjold and I have been working on behind the scenes for over a year now. Skjold designs will be releasing and custom building the Damian Erskine signature bass! This is the 6-string (although it will be available as 4,5,6,7…whatever you want. Completely custom built to order) that I have dreamed of… both in playability and tone. With an:
- extremely deep cutaway for 100% un-hindered access to the upper register
- over-wound pickups for a deep and rich tone
- brand new pickup mold design to incorporate the finger ramp into the pickup design (2 pickups in one pickup mold so ramp players will have a completely unified and comfortable setup)
- East pre-amps for complete tonal flexability, very stable design and neck for action as low as you want it.
-That coupled with some stunning good looks has seen my dream realized.
This first build has far exceeded my hopes and expectations… please enjoy some pix!
You can email myself or Pete through his website for more information regarding this beautiful instrument.
Gruv Gear
The best portable gig cart on the market! Great for small hits as well as hauling the big stuff…
iGig
Very well designed cases. The perfect durable and well made protective soft case (& perfect for overhead compartments when flying)!
Planet Waves
Durable, pure sound, reliable and well designed. Great cables of every kind in addition to great accessories. Works for me!
Audere Audio Enginerring
Wonderful on-board preamps. Super flexible and one of a kind. Amazing work by a local Portland company.
Check out BassPlayer.com for a stellar review!!
D’Addario
The folks at D’Addario really know what they’re doing when it comes to strings (& everything else, really). Each set is very consistent and has the best balance of tone, longevity and tension I’ve come across. I use the EXL 170’s
GREAT STRINGS!
AccuGroove
AccuGroove makes audiophile quality cabinets that can reproduce a vast range of colors and nuance that you just won’t believe. Crystal clear, and uncolored at any volume. Beautiful stuff…and light too!
Zon Guitars
Joe Zon is quite possibly the nicest and most accomodating luthier I’ve ever worked with.
He is commited to building you exactly what you need , and making sure that everything sounds and feels as good as it looks (and they look VERY nice!!!).
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