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12-16-2009, 05:56 AM
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Pondering a full re-do of the electronics on my Ibby SR-406. Wondering about suggestions from the group.
Tone-wise, I really like Stingrays. And a nice angry jazz bass sound.
Thinking possibly about EMG or Nordstrand.
Suggestions?
Thanks.
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12-16-2009, 06:13 AM
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Good to see ya, Matt.
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12-16-2009, 06:14 AM
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Originally Posted by bassplayer7770  What are the sizes of the current pickups, and are you looking for direct replacements only? | i don't know, and i'm ok with doing a little carpentry.
right now, AFAIK, it's wearing standard Ibanez Soapbars.
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12-16-2009, 06:15 AM
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Originally Posted by bassplayer7770 Good to see ya, Matt. | i'm trying to stop just hanging out in the classifieds over here. there's a huge wealth of info to be had over here, and i try to give some back when i can.
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12-16-2009, 07:02 AM
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12-16-2009, 07:20 AM
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Originally Posted by rpatter I'd start with swapping out the preamp. The stock Ibanez pickups aren't that bad, but their preamps tend to be horrible.
Ralf | Probably not a bad suggestion. For preamps, I really like the Nordstrand 3-band preamp in my Hanewinckel so far.
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12-16-2009, 07:23 AM
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Originally Posted by bassplayer7770 Probably not a bad suggestion. For preamps, I really like the Nordstrand 3-band preamp in my Hanewinckel so far. | honestly, i'm definitly more of a simple guy where my bass is concerned. i don't like passive, but i also don't want a ton of knobs... pondering the basic aguilar pre...
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12-16-2009, 07:37 AM
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Originally Posted by mlwarriner honestly, i'm definitly more of a simple guy where my bass is concerned. i don't like passive, but i also don't want a ton of knobs... pondering the basic aguilar pre... | The Nordy preamp comes in many varieties. It's also available as a 2-band pre. Check Best Bass Gear for some options. IMO, when the pre is set flat, it really doesn't change the tone of the passive pickups. I also like the frequencies on the Nordy pre.
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