Bass Cleaning/maintenance

[Mike_NL]

Some reading materials:

Fretboard Oil

I decided to sum up a lot of what I’ve read on this topic. Very little oil is required when oiling the fretboard. Wipe it on, wait 2 mins, wipe off the excess. Doing this once or twice a year is plenty unless you live in a very dry climate. Although, doing it every time you change your strings won’t hurt anything. I’ve used boiled linseed oil but I like it better for using on outdoor furniture. Lots of people say not to use plant based oils because they get rancid. Some people are hell bent…

Oiling fretboard

Hi y’all. I have this furniture oil at home. Can I use it on my maple fretboard (Marcus Miller U5) or do you recommend something else or nothing at all? [IMG_0784]

Bass Cleaning

This actually came from a conversation on the unofficial Discord server. How do you keep your bass looking good? How often do you clean it? DO you clean it? xD My father told me between string changes to use lukewarm soap and water, a soft plastic bristle brush and q tips in the hard to reach areas, towel dry, and apply car carnuba wax to the wood. What say you? How do you take care of yours?

Cleaning tips

While I was sat doing my latest lesson on B2B I noticed that it was a little dusty to say the least. I know from previous experience that guitars can be dust magnets so I was wondering what do all you lovely people do/ use to keep your prized possessions pick and span?