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02-14-2012, 11:25 PM
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Originally Posted by jbybj  | jbybj,
What is the string spacing at the nut (zero fret) on your headless?
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02-16-2012, 08:40 PM
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02-16-2012, 09:27 PM
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Originally Posted by TapyTap jbybj,
What is the string spacing at the nut (zero fret) on your headless? |
The nut is 1 and 9/16". As you can see in the picture, right after the zero fret the neck narrows, and then starts to taper out to the body. Not sure why it does this, but it feels great to play. The string spacing at the zero fret is 7/16".
I love everything about this bass, but I am starting to question my choice of a Tonestyler with the MM pup. I really like the Tonestyler with single coil pups, but oddly enough, it only sounds right when the pup is in series mode. When I switch it to parallel the Tonestyler loses something. The problem being that I love the sound of parallel mode. So, I'm thinking of doing a little experimentation. I have an EMG stacked B/T that could go in the same hole, as long as I can fit the battery without any changes to the cavity.
I have become a big fan of the way a headless bass feels on a strap. I just picked up a 1988 Kubicki Ex-Factor. very cool.
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02-16-2012, 10:19 PM
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Originally Posted by jbybj The nut is 1 and 9/16". As you can see in the picture, right after the zero fret the neck narrows, and then starts to taper out to the body. Not sure why it does this, but it feels great to play. The string spacing at the zero fret is 7/16". | Thanks for the numbers.
...and now that you mention it, I was wondering about the the tapering of the neck around the zero fret. Maybe Tom will enlighten us about this.
I am also interested in knowing why the nut and headpiece are spaced as far away from each other as they are. Come to think of it, I notice that Tom also seems to like a bit of space between the nut and zero fret. Interesting. Quote:
Originally Posted by jbybj I love everything about this bass, but I am starting to question my choice of a Tonestyler with the MM pup. I really like the Tonestyler with single coil pups, but oddly enough, it only sounds right when the pup is in series mode. When I switch it to parallel the Tonestyler loses something. The problem being that I love the sound of parallel mode. So, I'm thinking of doing a little experimentation. I have an EMG stacked B/T that could go in the same hole, as long as I can fit the battery without any changes to the cavity. | Well, I generally like the pickup(s) wired straight to the output jack, so I am probably a bit biased when it comes to wiring schematics. However, some strategically placed series/parallel switches can certainly create some tonal variety while retaining lower impedance. Quote:
Originally Posted by jbybj I have become a big fan of the way a headless bass feels on a strap. I just picked up a 1988 Kubicki Ex-Factor. very cool. | Those Kubickis are some very interesting bass designs. They have inspired me to want a 36" scale tuned D1 G1 C2 F2 or maybe even D1 A1 E2 B2!
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02-17-2012, 12:31 PM
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02-17-2012, 12:35 PM
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Originally Posted by PassivAggressiv | Well "she" sure looks beautiful! 
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02-17-2012, 03:45 PM
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Originally Posted by bompabass Well "she" sure looks beautiful! | Thanks!
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02-17-2012, 06:10 PM
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Originally Posted by PassivAggressiv My new Clement arrived, and I couldn't be happier. Here I am with it. The tone is far more versatile than I expected, it can be soft and warm, dark and gritty, or clean and bright. It feels great, balances beautifully. I'm ecstatic.  | You look very happy. I'm sure your happiness will only increase! 
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02-19-2012, 09:14 AM
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Thanks...
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02-19-2012, 09:16 AM
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Originally Posted by tjclem Need you alls input on something. Is the Phoenix an Ergo bass or a Modern double cut?
Thanks... | Modern Ergo Cut.
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02-19-2012, 09:28 AM
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Originally Posted by tylerwylie Modern Ergo Cut. |
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02-19-2012, 09:46 AM
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02-19-2012, 01:18 PM
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However, it does combine the two in a very elegant way!  |
02-19-2012, 01:40 PM
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02-20-2012, 12:48 AM
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02-20-2012, 05:35 AM
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02-20-2012, 06:10 AM
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Owner and builder Clementbass | | Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Central Florida | | the above 2 posts show why I am asking..
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02-20-2012, 06:56 AM
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02-20-2012, 07:19 AM
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Originally Posted by Slowgypsy Maybe you need a new category called "hybrids". | My reply addresses that! Lol
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02-20-2012, 12:05 PM
| | Registered User | | Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Pennsylvania | | i have to say i was a bit beffulded when i was researching the phoenix shape for the new build and found it in both places. on second thought, it was like finding another present under the tree so i was not complaining at the eye candy.
i voted modern double cut because the "waist line" does not look "slim" to me. i like my women curvy so i'll prolly never get an ergo unless you stick my new build photo there  | | Thread Tools | Search this Thread | | | | 
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