Bass multitool?

WookieeForLife · #1 11-04-2009, 02:28 PM

Anyone know if they have a swiss knife for bass? Like a screwdriver for pickups and wire cutters and truss rod adjuster and all that in one tool?

superfunk47 · #2 11-04-2009, 02:34 PM

StewMac had something like that awhile back. Ordered one, it was okay. I'd prefer to just carry a small bag of basic tools. There always seems to be some size of hex wrench that you don't have...especially when you're limited to the few on a multitool

ezrs · #3 11-04-2009, 02:38 PM

I just carry around my leatherman, some batteries and strings.
this one is good, but keep away from children and untrustworthy bandmates

WookieeForLife · #4 11-04-2009, 02:44 PM

I might make my own pouch type thing.

saxnbass · #5 11-04-2009, 02:54 PM

I find that if you have a small zip pouch with what you need, you have a lot more flexibility. You can take just what you need, in the sizes you know will fit/work with your gear and not have excess stuff you don't want/need.

Oh, and if you're feeling nice/helpful, throw in a drum key and a guitar sized string winder as well. (You'd be surprised how often I've had use for those 2 items as a bassist.... cause of slacker bandmates)

kcole4001 · #6 11-04-2009, 03:22 PM

Throw in a capo and a spare set of guitar strings and you're the band's saviour, guaranteed!
Hell, someone has to bring some tools, right?
Might as well be the one guy qualified to use 'em.

I keep my gig stuff in a beer cooler bag. It's the size of a 12 pack and will accomodate all my cords, tools, strings, tuner, EB volume pedal, fold up guitar stand, etc...

Spinal Tapper · #7 11-04-2009, 03:25 PM

Not to mention the multi-tool costs over $100 - might be worth it in the long run, but that's the price of 3 sets of strings! Or even an SX...

I'll be taking a pouch with me with plyers, screwdrivers, and whatever else I can think of with me to shows.

WookieeForLife · #8 11-04-2009, 03:28 PM

Baggie of tools is how I'm going to do it.

mdrago · #9 11-04-2009, 03:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ezrs

I just carry around my leatherman, some batteries and strings.
this one is good, but keep away from children and untrustworthy bandmates

leatherman is key!

Turock · #10 11-04-2009, 06:49 PM

Leatherman; I EDC a Micra and usually have a Freestyle on me as well.

rayzak · #11 11-04-2009, 06:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mdrago

leatherman is key!

Yep, I use this one.... http://www.leatherman.com/multi-tool...ols/blast.aspx

Jeff K · #12 11-04-2009, 10:48 PM

I have a Git-Tool. It's similar to a Roadie Wrench. It has Phillips and regular screwdrivers, allen wrenches, wire cutter, etc. It's proven to be handy, but doesn't replace a decent tool kit.

RS · #13 11-05-2009, 07:49 AM

I have a Crown Royal bag with misc. tools. (wire cutters, screw drivers, etc.)

lonote · #14 11-05-2009, 08:08 AM

I don't have to, my guitar player is the kind of guy who swaps pickups during a break.

lowendblues · #15 11-05-2009, 08:23 AM

I used to carry an old briefcase that contained extra strings, cords, batteries, a flashlight and a small bag of tools.

A very important piece of my rig.

dj150888 · #16 11-05-2009, 08:30 AM

Got a multitool with allen keys that fit all the sockets on my basses and bandmates guitars, various screwdrivers, a wire cutter and a small set of pliers, saved my ass a few times and fits securely in the pouch I've made in my hardcase

KUNGfuSHERIFF · #17 11-05-2009, 08:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jeff K

I have a Git-Tool. It's similar to a Roadie Wrench. It has Phillips and regular screwdrivers, allen wrenches, wire cutter, etc. It's proven to be handy, but doesn't replace a decent tool kit.

I have one too. Forgot what I paid for it -- it wasn't much -- but it's earned its' keep over the years tweaking basses, brake jobs on the mountain bike and general household tasks, even though the handle of the string-cutter broke immediately.

Pilgrim · #18 11-05-2009, 02:44 PM

I found a small tool kit in a zip case - mostly for the zip case. I bought it, pulled some stuff out, added new stuff, now I have most of the tools I could actually use when I'm on a gig.

**Engine207** · #19 11-05-2009, 11:04 PM

I'd like to put together a nice little pouch for all of the necessary tools I'd ever need (also not a fan of multi-tools). Here's what I figger. Suggestions?

allen keys (for the action adjustment on the bridge)
truss rod wrench
screwdriver (with interchangeable tip)
pliers (needle nose and flat)
wire cutter
string winder
tuner/metronome
spares (set of strings, strap, cord, batteries)
polish and cloth

I haven't actually assembled all of this stuff, and it might take up a bit more space than I have. Am I missing anything?

Jeff K · #20 11-06-2009, 07:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Engine207

I'd like to put together a nice little pouch for all of the necessary tools I'd ever need (also not a fan of multi-tools). Here's what I figger. Suggestions?

allen keys (for the action adjustment on the bridge)
truss rod wrench
screwdriver (with interchangeable tip)
pliers (needle nose and flat)
wire cutter
string winder
tuner/metronome
spares (set of strings, strap, cord, batteries)
polish and cloth

I haven't actually assembled all of this stuff, and it might take up a bit more space than I have. Am I missing anything?

Small flashlight
Duct tape