Quick shielding paint question

akuma12 · #1 11-07-2006, 01:45 PM

Hi folks,

I just recently installed an Audere JZ3 preamp into my MIM Jazz bass, and while I absolutely adore the preamp, it's taken an already slightly noisy bass and made it noisier. I don't blame the preamp though, it's just adding active electronics to noisy single coils just amplifies the noise

I was thinking of using shielding paint as opposed to copper foil, as I don't even know how to use a soldering gun, but I wondered if I would have to sand down the pickup and control cavities to get the paint to stick. Thanks!!

Jim

greenboy · #2 11-07-2006, 01:48 PM

It wouldn't hurt to do a light quickie job but it's certainly not necessary. Do multiple coats.

akuma12 · #3 11-07-2006, 01:55 PM

Thanks greenboy

I had one more quick question as well, should I shield the underside of my pickguard with copper foil? Will it make any difference? Thanks!

greenboy · #4 11-07-2006, 02:02 PM

Yes, or aluminum. Also make sure you've made connection between the painted pickup cavities and the main cavity using jumper wire or paint.

georgestrings · #5 11-09-2006, 05:03 AM

I've gotten excellent results by using tin tape - the stuff typically used for duct work - no soldering necessary...

- georgestrings