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[quote name='son of frog' post='1215717' date='Apr 30 2011, 12:26 PM']I know a gentleman with a fairly recent 5 string jazz, MIM i might add and he uses those "Noiseless" pickups by Fender and they sound fantastic, plenty of punch and low end clarity, especially holding up against a band with a couple of guitarists trying to drown him out. [/quote] I'd be interested to know if they dropped straight in, or whether any routing to the body was needed. I've noticed that they come in two types, a [url="http://www.projectmusic.net/fender-scn-jazz-bass-pickups-5-string-purple-pack-4915-p.asp"]Purple pack[/url] and a [url="http://www.projectmusic.net/fender-scn-jazz-bass-pickups-5-string-green-pack-4914-p.asp"]Green pack[/url]. Anyone know what the difference is?

I've got a 2000 Mex Jazz fiver, which is a great player with a lovely feel to it, but is let down by poor pickups, resulting in a lack of clarity in a band situation. I reckon its worth upgrading the pickups but searching the 'net reveals that some users have encountered problems with the pup sizes. I'm just wondering if any members here have any experience of upgrading mim 5 string jazz pickups, and whether there are makes that will fit without modifications to the body and/or pickguard, or would getting the original pups rewound be a viable option? Any help/pointers appreciated Andy

Been there done that What I did was to contact [url="http://stores.ebay.co.uk/Weland-Ltd/Cut-to-Size-Sheet-/_i.html?_fsub=1565374013&_sid=1009886723&_trksid=p4634.c0.m322"]This seller[/url] on ebay and got a sheet of mild steel measuring 276mm x 208mm x 1.5mm, drilled the holes and sprayed it matt black, job done, cost about ten or eleven quid in total. It was laser cut and a perfect fit, but I would advise you to check the measurements on your own amp first, as I've quoted from my ebay history, which should be ok but you never know! (There are afew places on ebay that will cut to measure, just do a search for 1.5mm mild steel sheet.) You could also get it made in Black Acrylic Perspex Plastic Sheet, but I'm not sure how rigid it would be at 1.5mm but might be worth a punt for under five quid. I got some 3mm sheet cut (for a different project) and it was dead solid. Try [url="http://myworld.ebay.co.uk/sheet-plastics"]These guys[/url]. I found it difficult to get screws for it, though, but I still have a few left if you need 'em, assuming I can find them Hope this helps. let me know how you get on!

You could try Ian Hunters "All American Alien Boy"

[quote name='cd_david' post='1151133' date='Mar 6 2011, 08:10 AM']Just incase you have an old bike chain lying around the roller element of a segment makes the prefect washer, they fit over truss rods and are nice and wide.[/quote] Nice one! Looks like my son will be doing his paper round on foot next time the truss rod needs sorting

You could try the [url="http://www.statii.com/"]Status Forum[/url]. Loads of knowledge on there!

Just done a deal with Jack, instant payment and great communication. A pleasure!

[quote name='niceguyhomer' post='1143785' date='Feb 27 2011, 08:20 PM']Just bought a bass for a back up and just doing my boding session with it and noticed the truss rod's maxed out. Is there anything I can do?[/quote] This is what I did, Al [url="http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=97682"]See this thread![/url]

I built a pair of BFM Omni 10.5s, and found it a very rewarding experience, plus they sound great! Build diary [url="http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=28447"]HERE[/url]

Thanks for your help, you guys, I'll pass the info on

Thanks, Russ, I'll pass that info on Does anybody know of any others?

Just wondering if anyone can offer advice to help an original artist get their songs out to a wider audience. she's aware of the three sites mentioned above, and has had a track played on a BBC local radio initiative, but what else can she do? Any advice appreciated Cheers Andy

Very happy with the Markbass amp I got in a trade deal with Adrian, he took the trouble to meet me half way and spared the time to have a good chin-wag about "Bass Stuff!" Top guy!