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Nice work Leonard, I’d happily listen to that, good luck with your entry

It’s funny but that post from @BabyBlueSound has made me realise that you’re absolutely right Lawrie 👍

Just to resurrect an old thread...... Is it just Babicz and Hipshot that make a replacement for the 3 point bridge? I'm just looking around and am surprised there isn't a generic drop in or Wilkinson don't make one seeing as it's a much maligned piece of equipment. I'm about to ask a stupid question, but here goes........is it possible to buy something like this and drop it in? https://northwestguitars.co.uk/collections/bass-bridges/products/4-string-bass-guitar-bridge-dual-load-bb404 I know it won't be a straight drop in and will need new holes drilling, but what else would I need to think about besides...... - Getting the string spacing as close to the original. Is there a 'safe' amount of leeway to give here? I think the 3 point has something like a 17.7mm string spacing, would a bridge with 18mm be OK? - The height of the bridge. Would any 'generic' bridge like the above need a plate underneath it like the Babicz? Or will there be enough headroom to raise the saddles to get the action OK?

I cannot. It comes from being shot with a camera - the verb induces the condition

Delrin is also my preferred material.

Can I ask what colour the pink lacquer is, please, and where you found it?

I like the JD Delrin 500 in 1mm and 1.5mm and they are very grippy Normal teardrop shape

Most definitely, my preference at present is .73, I have 3 different types: Fender Medium - nice warm, even/vintage sound Dunlop Tortex - more upper mids and highs to the sound Dunlop Ultex - modern, scooped sound At home I prefer the Fender, but for the band the Tortex

Sorry to hear this. The moderators will I’m sure be able to check/remove any offensive content @ped

Also what sounds lacking in isolation can sound perfect with the band Definitely helps if you tweek the EQ to pull back some of those massive increase in mids when you use a pick Some songs it works but I’ve found reducing mids slightly works but don’t overdo it as you then get buried in the mix

FYI I posted a comment in the offending thread; hopefully the errors are genuine and will be addressed.

@impathological Maybe some re-wording and an apology is due there...?

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I am so sorry to hear that. Thank you so much for setting the record straight. The internet is a cruel and mistrusting place. Your story is the only one that counts.

The material the pick is made out of will make just as much difference as the thickness. If you are still finding your way playing with a pick get a load of different ones in a variety of shapes, sizes, thickness and materials and try them all. There is no right answer when it comes to using a pick, and in fact a lot more variables to deal with since different thicknesses and materials can make a massive difference to the sound. And again there is no right answer to what EQ to use. It will depend not only on all the factors above but also how you want the bass sound to fit into the mix of the other instruments.