Bodies – Rat Bait Guitars

Ibanez GSR200 Bass – Neck and Body

Ibanez DIY bass kit – PJ Bass

This Ibanez GSR200 Gio Bass kit, has a sleek blue body, with its original factory fitted right handed, 22 fret, 4-string neck, which is easy to play and has lots of life left in it. Manufactured by a brand synonymous with quality, the Ibanez GSR200 is an excellent choice for anyone looking to enhance their musical experience.

Crafted for the bass enthusiast, the Ibanez Gio Soundgear Bass Guitar Body and Neck combine versatility with the classic aesthetic of a 4-string electric bass. The GSR 200 model, known for its rich tones and robust build, comes in a sleek blue finish that stands out on stage and in the studio. Optimised for right-handed players, this bass features a solid body type that resonates with the quality craftsmanship Ibanez is renowned for. The 4/4 size ensures a comfortable fit for most players, allowing for extended sessions without compromising on playability or tone.

These bass components will be shipped with the neck detached from the body.

When rebuilt with your own specifications and upgrades you will have a bass celebrated for its exceptional sound quality and striking aesthetics.

The Ibanez GSR200 Bass is a well-loved instrument in the world of affordable bass guitars. Known for its blend of quality, performance, and cost-effectiveness, it’s a popular choice among beginners and intermediate players alike. Here’s a quick rundown of what makes it stand out.

Body: The GSR200 features a sleek, lightweight Agathis body that makes it comfortable to play for extended periods.

Neck: It has a smooth, thin GSR4 maple neck that’s easy to navigate, making it great for players with smaller hands or those just starting out.

Pickups: Equipped with Dynamix P and J pickups, this bass offers a wide range of tones, from deep and punchy to bright and clear. The Phat II EQ control adds extra low-end power, giving you the flexibility to shape your sound.

Bridge: The B10 bridge provides solid intonation and sustain, ensuring that your notes ring true.

Hardware: The chrome hardware not only looks good but is also durable and reliable.

The design of the GSR200 is both modern and classic, with a variety of finishes available to suit personal preferences. Its double-cutaway body provides easy access to the higher frets, and the overall build quality is impressive for its price range. One of the key selling points of the GSR200 is its playability. The action is set up well from the factory, and the neck feels smooth and fast. It’s an excellent choice for learning and practicing, but it also holds its own in live performance settings. The GSR200 is praised for offering great value for its price. It’s affordable without compromising on quality, making it a reliable choice for musicians on a budget. Its combination of features and performance makes it a standout in its price category.

Overall, the Ibanez GSR200 Bass is a versatile and reliable instrument that appeals to a wide range of players. Whether you’re just starting your bass journey or need a dependable backup for gigs, the GSR200 delivers in both sound and feel.

Relic Nashville Telecaster Style Guitar Body, 2.56kg

Nashville Telecaster Body made from recycled materials – body weight 2.56kg. Body for sale only. For Scale Length: 25.5″

This ‘Rat Bait’ body is made from bits of salvaged roofing timber and parts of an Austrian cupboard, constructed and assembled in a rat infested shed in North Devon. This body might need light finishing and fettling to fit your requirements.

The shape of the body is based on 1960s / 70s Japanese guitars but with a Nashville Telecaster layout.

The scratchplate, bridge and pickups etc. are not included in the sale, they are for illustration purposes only.

This Tele style body is routed to take a standard Tele neck pickup, single coil middle pickup and a standard Telecaster bridge pickup.

This handmade body has dents, scratches and is lightly finished in beeswax. Perfect to create your own DIY Partscaster / Nashville project.

Body made from a salvaged materials
Approx. Thickness: 43mm
Approx. Neck Pocket Width: 56mm
Approx. Weight: 2.56kg
Finished in beeswax

This relic Telecaster style guitar body is a great addition to any musician’s collection. Made with salvaged materials in the United Kingdom, it features a natural finish and is designed to fit an electric guitar neck. The body is a crucial part of any guitar and this one is sure to impress. Its unique design and sustainable materials make it a great choice for anyone who wants a high-quality ethical instrument at an affordable price. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced musician, this body is perfect for creating your own custom guitar.

Reused and reshaped, these discarded bits and pieces have been given a new life, upcycled, repurposed and recycled.

Telecaster String Through Guitar Body – 1.99kg

Excellent 1.99kg Telecaster string through body

The body is dense and heavy. Finished in a battle scared high gloss black finish, a fantastic base for a relic DIY Telecaster. Body and string ferules only.

Approx. Neck Pocket Width: 56mm
Approx. Weight: 1.99kg (unloaded weight)
Black
Gloss Finish
String Ferules

Weight 1.99kg. For Scale Length: 25.5″

This Tele style body is routed to take a Humbucker neck pickup and standard Telecaster bridge pickup. This body has been through the wars and has several deep scratches on the rear and a few minor ones on the front. This quality body is perfect to turn into a rugged relic. The wood is described (when purchased by me) as Poplar however it weighs nearly 2kg and therefore could be another denser type.

Road worn and rugged

This gloss black Telecaster type guitar body is perfect for a partscaster build. Made of high-quality wood, it weighs 1.99kg, ideal for any guitar enthusiast or DIY guitar builder. This body is perfect for those who want to upgrade their light bodied guitar or convert their beast into a more reliable string through body instrument. With its sturdy construction and high-quality wood, this Telecaster body is sure to last for years and years to come.

Red Nitro Strat Style Road Worn Body

Stratocaster Body – weight 1.39kg. For Scale Length: 25.5″

History: Born in the 2000s, this body has seen some life. Black, metallic gold and red. Lots of sanding, repainting—creating part of the story. It might not be pristine, but it wears its road worn status with pride. Finished with a light transparent nitrocellulose coat.

Basswood: Basswood, the unsung hero of guitar bodies. Lightweight, resonant, and versatile—kind of like the Swiss Army knife of tonewoods, good for most styles of playing – without breaking your back when riffing for hours on stage or practicing.

Pickup Possibilities: This Strat-style body is like a chameleon. It’ll happily accommodate any pickup layout you throw at it. HSH? Sure. Single coils? . Humbuckers? Bring ’em on and take your pick!

Battle-worn Stratocaster body

Thickness: Approximately 43mm (not too chunky, not too slim)
Neck Pocket Width: About 56.5mm (a cozy fit for that neck)
Weight: A svelte 1.39kg (light enough for those epic stage jumps)
Nitrocellulose thin top coat

Got any plans for this battle-scarred beauty? Maybe a custom paint job or a relic finish? Let’s keep the guitar love alive!

This Relic Stratocaster Style Guitar Body is the perfect addition to any roadworn parts collection. Made from basswood and featuring a unique relic finish, this body is perfect for those looking to build their own custom electric guitar. The body was made in the 2000s and is compatible with Stratocaster electric guitar fittings. The brand of this body is unknown, but has character and personality.

Relic Stratocaster Style Body – Roadworn Nitro Partscaster

Battle-worn Stratocaster body

£24.99 (UK Sales Only)

The Birth and Evolution: Born in the 2000s, this body has seen some life. Black, grey, yellow and red. Lots of sanding, repainting—creating part of the story. It might not be pristine, but it wears its roadworn status with pride. Finished with a light transparent nitrocellulose coat.

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