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If the pickup is very close to the bridge, it should be stronger to compensate the smaller signal level.

Vigier is (was) probably the only one using this insert. I just put that here as an idea.

https://musicplayers.com/2012/04/vigier-excalibur-shawn-lane-master-signature-electric-guitar/

I know the text is about a g-word, but take a look at the strap button attachment picture.

@MartinB: compression can be used as an effect, true. I still think that not all units are plain effects only. A slight amount of reverb makes distortion sound fuller, and it is not the same as playing in a cathedral.

With a powerful EQ and a good touch a fretted bass with roundwounds still doesn't sound like a double bass. I would like (if I could) to draw a line between fx (delay, flanger, envelope...) and sound modifiers (eq, comp...), but nearly every unit has the other side: a comp can act like a limiter, or it can flatten those fingering related volume changes. Ever heard about "ducking"?

If a player feels, or really can, tame all faults a player like me makes, I am fine. No one needs to use any extra unit. Personally I found out that those tiny boxes opened some new areas I really didn't know about. Looper is one very frustrating effect, and a very effective unit while learning new songs (albeit the results may be frustrating, too).

Theory is a tool, one tool. Learn some and move it to the fretboard. Fretboard mapping is not so hard, and learning just few scales and then chords I shared earlier, gives a pretty good starting point. When you can some basics, do some searching: many people here like @TKenrick, @ChrisDev, @tomread, and @Joe Hubbard Bass have shared us incredible instructions and quality scores.

But the big thing is this: you study, you learn. It would be wise to sit down for a couple of minutes (here I mean Australian minutes) to think, what do you want to be able to play? What do you really want from your playing?

Who are your favourite players? Do you want to play like them? To list them is also a good thing. Then you can try to find their material - and believe me or not - learning notes couldn't be easier, then. Motivation will drive you further than you thought.

Theory, reading notes, scales, chords, all these are tools you want to use, because they will help you find your own voice. "I played until my fingers bled, and I still wanted to play more."

The pickups look a bit like G&L.

https://www.guitarguitar.co.uk/product/200320357468025--gl-sb1sb2-bass-pickup-neck

I did this one with a matrix printer a long ago. Play these to learn the sounds they represent. These are for three strings, because you can start the chord from B (5-string bass), E, or A string.

Here are 3 non-standard letters (v, d, y):

v = diminished (dim)

m = minor (min, m)

d = major

y = augmented (aug)

sus = suspended, a third suspended and replaced with a 4

If that line selector had a X-over... would have to buy three.

A two way has two threads at the opposite ends, and requires very little turning. A 30 degree turn would equal 60 degrees in a one way unit. How did I find this, you already know...

KMA Tyler. On a big side, but very functional.

Iron Ether Divaricator is similar, but a hard to get unit.

Rolls has some unit, which code I have forgotten.

"Other premium features include... strap and papers..."

Now that's what I call premium!

I do not understand the hype FMI is trying to include into their basic basses, except from marketing and higher price perspective. After all, Sadowsky et al. are in the high end J market with well thought concepts.

7 minutes ago, SteveXFR said:

That's not right. Tempering is a treatment used after hardening to remove some of the hardness and increase toughness. It makes it less brittle, not more.

So sorry, thanks for the note, I mixed the terms. Hardening is the right one. Play it again, Sam:

"When the metal is bent, it is cold hardened. Hardening changes the metal so that it becomes harder and brittle. After bending the string a couple of times, the bent place is so hard that it breaks easily. Just like the paper clip which @Cato described."

Find a cozy place, get your blanket, and read his definitive article here:

Yes, if the wattage is enough. This one says 45 W which isn't a lot, only 400 mA. If the unit's consumption is low, that still may be enough. Check the effect's specs.

7 hours ago, Bill Fitzmaurice said:

Yeah, but audiophools are nuts. These are the same guys who believe in all the nonsense...

...and need equipment like this:

https://www.thecablecooker.com/

Definitely a must!

This is not a bolt-on, or a neck through, but something like a neck through bridge bass. Interesting instrument, I think that Patrick Eggle did something slightly similar.

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/sd-curlee-history-scott-olson

String spacing of the 5?

Grover wavy tuners (actually there are two models: bent and molded) would fit, but they are really rare.

That pick-up cover is terrible. Someone sure has measurements of the original, and some company can laser-cut a new one to you.

Bridge looks a bit modern, but if it is functional (fine tuning isn't?), could it be modified slightly? After all, all adjustments you need to do with new strings anyway.

Mojo? That's another word for dirt. Just clean the bass. But heritage, your bass already has an interesting, even enviable history. Keep it rockin'.

2 hours ago, vinorange said:

...as the deal includes a very rare Modulus graphite neck.

But this neck is pretty new, like late 90's or newer according to the logo. In the beginning of the 90's the text included the word Graphite, too.

MXR Bass comp is also available as Studio comp. The same unit, only different graphics.

Spectracomp is most likely your thing. I have Hyper gravity (several, to be honest) which was sold for g-word, but is essentially a Spectra with four pots instead of one. It certainly isn't bass specific.

Sound on Sound has good articles about compression, and www.ovnilab.com is a must to anyone about to buy a unit.

I have M80 single and double. Pretty good to carry, but hits your thigs. Running is practically impossible. Double is very heavy even with light weight instruments. It is still the most practical way to carry two basses.

Oh dear! What a tool!

Shall we count minutes to "SOLD"?

When the metal is bent, it is cold tempered (hardened). Tempering changes the metal so that it becomes harder and brittle. After bending the string a couple of times, the bent place is so hard that it breaks easily. Just like the paper clip which @Cato described.

The thickness of a string is not that important, if only the tension is low enough, the core will withstand the forces. Winding is affecting the weight of the string.

After installation, do measure the set in the listening place, and do required corrections. You can get some results with a phone and some RTA app. Accurate systems cost quite a lot, but even a phone can find worst issues.

Type MN has two tracks starting from the centre, not the ends. Therefore the centre is a no load situation.

My favourite is still Noll Mixpot, because it is no load for both pickups through the whole adjustment area.