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CBNJ 01-04-2013 10:01 AM

Want P. Hadean? Help!
 
I want a precision, but this Hadean is calling me. What will this sound like? This is my first time branching out of the J bass world. Doesn't look like there are any videos of it.

http://www.rondomusic.com/EB511TRWH.html

Figjam 01-04-2013 10:13 AM

I imagine it will sound okay. I think youd be better off finding a used Squier. Classic Vibe if you can afford $200 or so.

CBNJ 01-04-2013 10:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Figjam (Post 13667681)
I imagine it will sound okay. I think youd be better off finding a used Squier. Classic Vibe if you can afford $200 or so.

I'm really just looking for a cheap beater, and it seems like there is a lot of love for Rondo/Kurt. Are there any basses with similar pickup configs that would give me an idea of the 'general' sound?

Figjam 01-04-2013 10:22 AM

I think that particular model is too new for most people to have any knowledge of it. Probably has generic electronics that are featured on a lot of low level instruments. Which ones, though, is unknown.

For the double P configuration, some basses do have that. Old precision bass 'elites' or specials, I cant remember which. A fernandes or two, some BC Rich basses.

It will sound very full and thick. It wont really have that quintessential P bass tone, since neither of the two pickups is in the same position as a P bass. Dont buy it if you want that classic P bass tone. Buy it if you want a beater, sure.

Tmw2011 01-04-2013 11:16 AM

It might/should sound similar to the Blacktop Jazz that Fender has out. Not sure how different the pup spacing is on the two basses though.

loopee 01-06-2013 04:28 AM

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Astreaux 02-03-2013 12:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CBNJ (Post 13667617)
I want a precision, but this Hadean is calling me. What will this sound like? This is my first time branching out of the J bass world. Doesn't look like there are any videos of it.

http://www.rondomusic.com/EB511TRWH.html

Ordered mine up from Rondo last Saturday and it arrived Wednesday this week. DEEP bass sound with the dual P pups. Bridge a little brighter as expected, than the mid position pups. Nice sustain. Mine did not need any setup when it arrived. Low action, no buzz anywhere on the frets. Good intonation. No fret rework needed, no filing on the fret ends... Played a gig Friday night with it. No issues. Held the tune well. Sounded good through the BP200 and powered speaker mic'ed into the PA. Can't go wrong for $129 bucks... Quite satisfied with the light weight, the feel and the sound. VVT pots have good range of control.

CBNJ 02-03-2013 12:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Astreaux (Post 13822797)
Ordered mine up from Rondo last Saturday and it arrived Wednesday this week. DEEP bass sound with the dual P pups. Bridge a little brighter as expected, than the mid position pups. Nice sustain. Mine did not need any setup when it arrived. Low action, no buzz anywhere on the frets. Good intonation. No fret rework needed, no filing on the fret ends... Played a gig Friday night with it. No issues. Held the tune well. Sounded good through the BP200 and powered speaker mic'ed into the PA. Can't go wrong for $129 bucks... Quite satisfied with the light weight, the feel and the sound. VVT pots have good range of control.

I ended up ordering one recently and forgot about this thread completely. I love mine! Is the finish on the thinner side on yours?

Astreaux 02-03-2013 03:35 PM

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Originally Posted by CBNJ (Post 13823010)
I ended up ordering one recently and forgot about this thread completely. I love mine! Is the finish on the thinner side on yours?

There is one spot on the back that is a bit light, but looks ok on the front...

Looks like we need to start a Hadean Club! :D

loopee 02-04-2013 02:13 AM

how much does this Hadean weigh?

Astreaux 02-04-2013 06:00 AM

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Originally Posted by loopee (Post 13826034)
how much does this Hadean weigh?

8.5 pounds. Very light. No neck dive. Comfortable!

Rip Topaz 02-04-2013 06:15 AM

Looks to be about on the same level as a lower end Ibanez. In this price range there's no real way to compare it to other basses.
Just plan on a generic tone with some decent shaping abilities. Even better if you add a preamp. That's the real beauty of these basses, is that they are great mod platforms.

Astreaux 02-04-2013 11:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Rip Topaz (Post 13826342)
Looks to be about on the same level as a lower end Ibanez. In this price range there's no real way to compare it to other basses.
Just plan on a generic tone with some decent shaping abilities. Even better if you add a preamp. That's the real beauty of these basses, is that they are great mod platforms.

+1 Absolutely...

Strat Hater 02-10-2013 12:18 AM

Any sound or youtube on this one yet??

thedudebrah 02-10-2013 01:30 AM

P Bass >


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