Brubaker Brute Club

[Robear22]

I didn't know this club existed. I have had my Brute since the summer and have upgraded it with Bart classic pickups and an Aguilar OBP-3. Did the install myself. I also have a switch for the mids and parallel/singlecoil/series for the MM pickup. This bass stock had a very aggressive tone with a lot of mids. Adding the Barts and Aguilar added a lot of warmth and mid control that I did not have at first. Now this bass kills and has become one of my more consistent players in the bass rotation.

[drpepper]

Not exactly Brute content, but I was doing some youtubing that lead me down a Rob Fahey path (Ravyns - "Raised on the Radio" & "No Regular (Reggae-la) Woman" - fame) and came across a clip of Kevin Brubaker on stage.

Funny - Rob Fahey's guitar looks like it might have the same scheme as a2zbassman's Brute.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-F3M4CHaHV4

[drpepper]

Originally Posted by Robear22

Beautiful! Did you order with that color scheme?

The more I see that, the more I like it.

[liquidsunshine]

Originally Posted by Robear22

I didn't know this club existed. I have had my Brute since the summer and have upgraded it with Bart classic pickups and an Aguilar OBP-3. Did the install myself. I also have a switch for the mids and parallel/singlecoil/series for the MM pickup. This bass stock had a very aggressive tone with a lot of mids. Adding the Barts and Aguilar added a lot of warmth and mid control that I did not have at first. Now this bass kills and has become one of my more consistent players in the bass rotation.

so beautifull , congrat for the work.
Well, I'm thincking about changing the pickups too... did how did you find the right dimensions ?

[Billy Low]

Originally Posted by a2zbassman

Alright, I guess I'm ready to join.

My Brute JJX-5

From stock when I bought it back in May:



To painted black and fully upgraded with Delano electronics:



Guess I'll take #3

Damn! Sumbody beat me to the Daelano Pkup upgrade!!!!!

[Billy Low]

Originally Posted by a2zbassman

I finally got my MJX-5! Found this used on the GC web site and just had to order it. Pretty good deal at under $500 shipped with the upgrades . . . and what I'm assuming is a custom order that Kevin put together for someone as it came out of the Towson, MD store.

I haven't had a chance to play it through my rig yet but plan on doing so at the upcoming Sunday worship service. Guess I'll find out if I'm a EMG fan or not. One thing I already know is that the neck is better (straighter/lower action/zero string buzz) than on my JJX-5.

(if you've read any of my previous entries in the other Brute forum you already know I had some trouble with my neck when I first got it)

Don't get me wrong, it's still very playable . . . but I now understand that sweet, low action everyone else has boasted about with their Brutes . . . as I've got it now on this one!

Anyway, here's some pics -

With Flash:






And without flash - you can see the Pearloid in the pick-guard better:






And a close-up of the pups and ramp - Nice detail on the ramp!!

Any sound clips w/the EMG's?

[5stringplayer]

Originally Posted by drpepper

I really do like the the Mediterranean. I'm glad I don't look at other colors and wish I had them instead. I would take a2zbassman's black with Mediterranean pickguard is a hot second though. I think white on white would be a special order.

Is your decision to buy a Brute firm enough to buy online/direct or do you need to see one at a retailer? Judging from the list (which may need updating), you're not going to find a dealer.

I'd say contact Brubaker. That'd get you a definitive answer.

Good luck

I'm probably to the point of buying one online. I know what I'm looking for and the Brute seems to fit the bill.After reading the post here. I have a pretty good idea. Seems like everyone is pleased with it except the pickups, which I would replace with Bartaloni's most likely. And a Agulair EQ.

[Billy Low]

I scored A white 5er and a KXB Extreme 5 back in August. Needless to say that I am now hopelessly addicted and not looking for any sore of recovery!!! I have helped to spread the addiction to two others now!!!

I tried to post a pic but I can't resize the picture for some reason!

I would like a # please.

[5stringplayer]

Well, I'm looking for one. I probably won't be too picky( except no red). I will most likely call Brubaker tomorrow(since there are no dealers in NC) and see what they can do for me.(I'll tell them I'm an old Carvin player, HA HA) and I'm trying to convert......

[J. Crawford]

Im retired, so my numbers capabilities have ben stripped! Someone will be here to accommodate though, Im sure!

[drpepper]

Originally Posted by Billy Low

I scored A white 5er and a KXB Extreme 5 back in August. Needless to say that I am now hopelessly addicted and not looking for any sore of recovery!!! I have helped to spread the addiction to two others now!!!

I tried to post a pic but I can't resize the picture for some reason!

I would like a # please.

No picture, no Brute! j/k

I'll take temporary admin duty again (Where is Dave Tomasi?)

J. Crawford - 1 (Retired)
Supertanker - 2 (Retired)
a2zbassman - 3
orlando123 - 4
DaveTomasi - 5
JayCY - 6
coop - 7
vision - 8 (Retired)
stoneboy26 - 9
drpepper - 10
liquidsunshine -11
Billy Low - 12

[J. Crawford]

Ill be un-retired one day, I promise!

[drpepper]

Originally Posted by J. Crawford

Ill be un-retired one day, I promise!

J. Crawford - 1 (On Hiatus)
Supertanker - 2 (Retired)
a2zbassman - 3
orlando123 - 4
DaveTomasi - 5
JayCY - 6
coop - 7
vision - 8 (Retired)
stoneboy26 - 9
drpepper - 10
liquidsunshine -11
Billy Low - 12

[J. Crawford]

Thats better! Thanks for the laugh.

[drpepper]

So, no love for Kevin playing out?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-F3M4CHaHV4

I know there's much traffic and things get missed.

[a2zbassman]

Originally Posted by Billy Low

Any sound clips w/the EMG's?

Sorry, no clips . . . turns out I'm not a fan of the equipped EMG's, very "dull" sounding to me . . . but I'm guessing after my Delano upgrade on my JJX, anything probably sounds dull in comparison.

I'm thinking of going Delano MM & J pups again but with a Glockenklang or Aguilar pre, as I love the Delano's but want to assure it doesn't sound the same as my JJX . . . if it did then whats the point, right?

[DaveTomasi]

Thanks for filling in Roy. Been busy with family issues of late.

My compliments to all those who posted pix of their Brutes and a warm welcome to all of the new members.

For anyone who has questions about the Brutes or any Brubaker bass, I highly recommend contacting Kevin Brubaker or Brad Johnson. Both Kevin and Brad can answer any question that you might have. They are both very cool people and are extremely generous in sharing their knowledge and time. Also, if you live anywhere near me, you are welcome to give my Brute a test drive.

Originally Posted by drpepper

J. Crawford - 1 (On Hiatus)
Supertanker - 2 (Retired)
a2zbassman - 3
orlando123 - 4
DaveTomasi - 5
JayCY - 6
coop - 7
vision - 8 (Retired)
stoneboy26 - 9
drpepper - 10
liquidsunshine -11
Billy Low - 12

[DaveTomasi]

You know that you will always be welcome here. Perhaps a fretless Brute might be in the future?

Originally Posted by J. Crawford

Ill be un-retired one day, I promise!

[DaveTomasi]

Seen this when Brad posted it in another Brute thread (iirc).

I've been to many of Kevin's gigs. He never ceases to impress me. I'd love to have just a tiny portion of his talent and skill.

Originally Posted by drpepper

So, no love for Kevin playing out?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-F3M4CHaHV4

I know there's much traffic and things get missed.

[5stringplayer]

Good News Guys. Just spoke with Kevin Via Email and inquired about an MJX5. They won't have any until April Or May. But I will be the first on the list. I am looking forward to getting one of these. Everyone has really helped me out with their comments.

Thanks