Toledo, Detroit, Ann Arbor, BG area

chris4001asat · #1 03-26-2003, 12:54 PM

Just bought my first db in December. From what I've been reading here, a setup is mandatory. It's a Knilling if that matters. I've asked around the shops here in Toledo, and they all seem scared when I mention a db. I'm looking for a pickup system to be installed as well. Any recomendations for shops would be appreciated. I keep seeing lessons are a plus as well. I would prefer lessons in Toledo, so again....any recommendations.

**Chris Fitzgerald** · #2 03-26-2003, 01:28 PM

Depending on what pickup system you decide on, you may be able to install it yourself. I'd suggest checking up on the "Newbie Links" thread in AMPS & PICKUPS for info to help get you started on this decision. As far as luthiers go, a great place to start is (All Hail) Bob Gollihur's DB Luthier Directory, which can be found here:

http://www.urbbob.com/luthiers.html

chris4001asat · #3 03-26-2003, 01:48 PM

Thanks for the info! As I imagined, nothing within an hour drive! One shop here did have one Fishman bp-100. I unfortunately bought it, and installed it before I found this site. If I had only found this sooner, it would've saved me $100. I have the Fishman ProEQ, so I think I'm leaning towards the Full Circle.

mje · #4 03-27-2003, 07:56 AM

As long as you already have the Fishman, trying gluing it to the bridge instead of using those clips. Fishman suggests a small amount of hot glue. I've found that technique to be a big improvment over the clips.

As for shops: I like Wilson Fine Violins in Birmingham, Michigan. We have a number of good violin shops in Southeast Michigan, but Rob Wilson is one of only two I know of that specializes in basses. He makes bows, too.

chris4001asat · #5 03-27-2003, 08:38 AM

Thanks for the tip. I'll give it a shot. I've heard of Wilsons. I tried to email them from the addy in the luthier directory, but no luck. Looks like a nice drive to Birmingham is on my list of things to do! Would you happen to know what their weekend hours, if any, are?

mje · #6 03-27-2003, 02:28 PM

They're open Saturday- something like 10-5. I just happen to have the phone number on my cell phone- never can tell when you'll have a bass emergency:

1 (248) 258-1125

chris4001asat · #7 03-27-2003, 02:40 PM

Great! Thanks for the help!

lermgalieu · #8 03-27-2003, 03:12 PM

I think someone on this board also mentioned putting the fishman elements under the bridge feet?