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    MEC Pick ups for a jazz bass.

    in General Discussion

    Posted · Edited by R.I.P.

    On ‎11‎/‎23‎/‎2017 at 09:46, funkgod said:

    hi all, just a quick question,

    has anyone used an MEC dynamic silver writing pick up on an active bass ?

    from what i gather the gold writing on the pick up means active and the silver is passive ?

    I have been after some MEC pickups for my jazz and been offered a good deal on a silver writing dynamic correction one by a good BC member

    but my jazz has a pre amp in it,so we are both wondering.

    cheers for any info

    The answer is, if your jazz bass has passive pups' (which it probably does), then yes, you can use the Dynamic Correction MEC pups and connect it to the pre in your jazz bass

    FWIW, most active basses use a passive pup paired with a preamp....yours is probably this way to

    MEC (Gold Colored) pups are active and are paired with a preamp that is designed for use with active pick ups only

     

    Adding contours to Stingray: sacrilege?

    in Bass Guitars

    Posted

    [quote name='machinehead' timestamp='1469502318' post='3098816']


    That's interesting. I was thinking about adding contours to mine (USA SUB) to reduce the weight. Maybe it's not worth the effort?

    Frank.
    [/quote]
    Unfortunately I didn't weigh it before and afterwards but there was no noticeable difference....I would say less then a pound was shaved off

    Adding contours to Stingray: sacrilege?

    in Bass Guitars

    Posted

    [quote name='machinehead' timestamp='1469477525' post='3098685']


    I agree with this. My US SUB is perfectly comfortable to gig.

    Frank.
    [/quote]
    I agree with StingrayPete to. After I modded my Ray34 (post# 4) I really noticed no change in playability or weight either.

    Keep that beautiful bass the way it is

    NBD Fender AVRI 63 (Sonic blue)

    in Bass Guitars

    Posted

    [quote name='chrisanthony1211' timestamp='1468699370' post='3092788']


    The 64s had a refin in what was the original colour and a shot of laquour over the neck, other than that she's the same as she was when she came out the factory 52 years ago!
    [/quote]
    Nice!......congrats on two beautiful basses!

    5 string bass help

    in Bass Guitars

    Posted

    [quote name='blank20' timestamp='1468083366' post='3088536']
    Check theese two
    http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/STST5SBS
    https://gb.muzyczny.pl/143270_LTD-B-415SM-NS-bass-guitar.html
    This Schecter looks stunning
    [/quote]
    I've tried the Schecter. Great bass.....definitely give it a look if you can.

    5 string bass help

    in Bass Guitars

    Posted · Edited by R.I.P.

    [quote name='R.I.P.' timestamp='1467665935' post='3085276']

    +1....stick with it, you'll get it
    [/quote]
    Since I posted this on the 4th I decided to switch from my 4 to my 5 after about 9 months playing the 4 exclusively. The 1st day or two was a little rough, but by last night I was playing with comfort....note I don't know what the spacing is.

    5 string bass help

    in Bass Guitars

    Posted · Edited by R.I.P.

    [quote name='BassBus' timestamp='1467468744' post='3083923']
    In my experience fivers do have a narrower spacing, anything from 16.5mm to 18mm. When I switched to five I had the same problem hitting the right string on 16.5mm spacing. Stick with it, you will soon adapt and you will never look back. Now I can transfer from 19mm on a four to 16.5mm on a five no problem.
    [/quote]
    +1....stick with it, you'll get it

    GAS Free 1 Year On

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    Posted

    [quote name='luckman67' timestamp='1453057993' post='2956039']

    Here is one taken tonight 17/01/16
    [/quote]
    I guess that proves it then...

    Really though, I applaud you! I cant go a month without buying something....whether I need it or not

    Royal Blood

    in Effects

    Posted · Edited by R.I.P.

    [quote name='Muppet' timestamp='1453016427' post='2955456']
    In fact here you go, it even had the same title as your thread.

    http://basschat.co.uk/topic/223363-royal-blood/page__fromsearch__1
    [/quote]
    Awesome! Thank you Muppet

    Edit: I guess I need to learn how to use that little box on the top right called Search

    Royal Blood

    in Effects

    Posted

    Guy's, I have a side project were the drummer wants to do some original material that sounds like Royal Blood. He even wants to hit the studio in a few weeks......I'm really stoked on that!!

    What effects do you guys suggest to get that Mike Kerr sound??

    Sterling SUB ray 4 by musicman

    in Bass Guitars

    Posted · Edited by R.I.P.

    Check this out Froggy from BBG.....some food for thought

    http://www.bestbassgear.com/ebass/gear/electronics/pickup/what-upgrade-options-are-available-for-a-sterling-by-music-man-s-u-b-ray4-bass.html?utm_source=e%3ABass+Newsletter+%28CL%29&utm_campaign=73a4e4e11b-Rick_clone_with_extra_strings&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_7f44bc0250-73a4e4e11b-19966245&mc_cid=73a4e4e11b&mc_eid=08c040c602

    Sterling SUB ray 4 by musicman

    in Bass Guitars

    Posted · Edited by R.I.P.

    Somebody might be able to explain it better. But it's a very bright sound, great for cutting through the mix in a band setting.

    But all Stingrays are like that. That's what makes them stand out. That big humbucker is a big part of it.

    For instance, if you was to take a passive p bass and compare, you'll notice the difference

    But with any bass, use your eq to get the sound you want. Maybe even try flats

    Listen to Louis Johnson.....better yet listen to Stomp by Brothers Johnson and that will give you a good idea of the sound

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