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BklynKen · Jul 29, 2026

Here's a cool video with Kai doing the whole thing. I'd like to see him do more.

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rok51 · Jul 29, 2026

kodiakblair said:
Gillian, my 5 string playing friend, grabbed a 'Darkwood' Cirrus BXP on her trip up to visit; that's it on the far right in the photo.

As I recall she paid £199 for it. Being multiple US Cirrus owners we were interested to see how it compared.

Put that Darkwood through its paces for hours, was deserving of the Cirrus name. Darn fine bass.

I, too, have a “Darkwood” Cirrus BXP 5 string that I got as my first foray into five string world. I already had a U.S. Cirrus 4 string but didn’t want to spend the money on a U.S. fiver if it turned out that I couldn’t play it. The BXP was my first bass from Indonesia and the quality blew me away. It sounded very close to my U.S. Cirrus…and since I replaced the preamp with the sweepable midrange Millenium preamp, the sound of the BXP is indistinguishable from my U.S. Cirrus. The neck is not quite as nice as the one on my U.S. Cirrus five string, but it’s still a great neck. I agree, it’s a darn fine bass!

Kim

GotGroove · Jul 29, 2026

What @DonaldR says is how I do it (albeit on another multi). I have specific presets for every bass I own. I find it the easiest way to swap. I need to mute the multi anyway while I swap instruments and 1 extra tap won't kill me or take up too much time.

If you're not using it you can also try the boost on the drive/ synth section and see if that's enough and doesn't change your tone too much. Otherwise I'd just make another preset and be done with it. It's still only 1 extra tap if you run in memory mode.

micguy · Jul 29, 2026

bassicmike said:
It would have to be an OUTSTANDING gig to put up with that.

Any gig where someone abuses you becauss you’re the bassist…is not going to be outstanding. If someone told me I had to do those things because I’m the bassist, I’d have a good laugh and leave. Life is too short to play with ignorant bullies.

LowWay · Jul 29, 2026

It’s pretty great imo. You can get a cheap knockoff on eBay for 80% less, but I think the original is worth the extra money. Way more solid. No flex. I have both and use both.

iiipopes · Jul 29, 2026

Oh, and I am showing my age with this post. When I first saw the thread, the first thought that came to mind was the George Harrison song by the same name:
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Bassamatic · Jul 29, 2026

A +1 on the Zoom Q2n. While it can run for a while on its 2 AA batteries, I use a little 10,000 mAh power bank that will run it for days. Sound is great and you can use it for audio only or to video your band as well.

I must say that the Zoom customer service amazed me. I had a problem with the USB jack and sent itn for service and they sent me the latest model, brand new, for FREE!

arakiri · Jul 29, 2026

yea pick for sure!

Jeff Scott · Jul 29, 2026

How about a photo of me making a photograph? :roflmao:

Not a great scan, however, this photograph was made by a friend of mine for an article on my own photography in the April 2003 (issue 24) B&W Magazine.

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Dr. Cheese · Jul 29, 2026

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This is close to the age of the bolt on neck six that I bought in 1995 and kept until 1998. These are such cool basses! That is the exact same model that I used to have!

AkU_ · Jul 29, 2026

Fantastic! Thanks for the help guys.

ectoflanger · Jul 29, 2026

colonerforbin said:
Bump. Can anyone shed more light on the Corona's? Personally between these and '62 Custom Shop.

edit - want something that can play well across genres, with an emphasis on psych-rock with loads of pedals.

Mine are quiet- no hum even when they're not both on and balanced-

They sound all right but not like the ones in my '07 American Standard which do hum if they're not balanced.

I would say that the Corona's seem to have more mid-range frequencies than the ones on my 2007

Sorry for the. vagueness but they tonal differences could have something to do with the necks and finishes- the one on my Mod Shop is a Slim "C" maple fingerboard while the 07 has a modern C and rosewood fingerboard.

TBurst Std · Jul 29, 2026

The whole purpose of this venture was to be able to switch tone by simply changing the frequency of the mids.

Don Kasper · Jul 29, 2026

I would suggest to the OP that they first listen (many times) to, and JUST SING the bass note(s) before attempting any theoretical analysis. Even if you can only get the first note of a bassline. ("A journey of a thousand miles begins with one step.")
That is the most important and worthwhile skill to develop for any musician, and the more you do it, the better you get at it.
Trust Me...I'm OLD.
IMFO, of course.
Thx.

bass player 53 · Jul 29, 2026

jwbIII60 said:
I need some input from someone who has completed Roy Vogt's Teach Me Bass Guitar. My cousins grandson (2nd cousin to me?) wants me to teach him to play bass but I don't really have the time. I have been thinking about getting TMBG for him but first I want to know what exactly you were able to do after completing the course. Did it build a solid foundational technique? Were you able to learn songs from the radio and your CD collection?

FWIW.

Roy Vogt's Teach Me Bass Guitar (review) - For Bass Players Only

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JIO · Jul 29, 2026

More a 'redefinition' than a mod - started life as a new CIJ '06 '51 P RI -

N. Kentucky Bass · Jul 29, 2026

If anyone's interested, I had Perplexity AI compare and contrast four of the top bluetooth headphones priced in the $200 to $400 range. The ATH-M50x was a clear winner for my needs, especially since it supports LDAC for streaming hi-res audio. Also appreciate @el murdoque's comments about latency. In this case, the cans are for protracted streaming of audio only, not tracking.

https://www.perplexity.ai/search/0b0288f7-bbb3-4e08-b496-fcfe0f26a69e#1

bassbrad · Jul 29, 2026

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5 Watt world usually does videos on guitars and amps but their videos are always well researched and presented. ~ occasionally they cover basses too!
Don't hate cuz I dig guitar history too.

Dr. Cheese · Jul 29, 2026

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I have been meaning to check out his Electric Mingus Project, so I guess I will do it today.

Mighty · Jul 29, 2026

mikecd1 said:
Yes, mine originally came with a sealed jack as well, but I have always found the switchcraft to be the most reliable over time.

I already swapped two basses out with oem 9pins if i wear these out I will def get the switchcraft regular ones as i have never worn one of those out. thanks

ectoflanger · Jul 29, 2026

ectoflanger said:
Here is the email address for Fender Consumer Relations - [email protected]

I got an automated response stating that the question will be addressed and I should hear from them within five business days-

I never got a response after the automated email but having contacted a tech on the phone regarding a used Charvel guitar, and subsequent email exchange a few weeks ago, I decided to hit the same tech about my Mod Shop Jazz. Two days letter he sent me this-

Here's a pic of my bass for a refresher-

Anyhow I love the neck, plays like butter. There was a noticeable difference between it and the one on my 2007 American Standard Jazz.

Never played one with the Slim C before. From now on, that's what I will look for, and will specify if I ever order a new Mod Shop Jazz.

I did send a thank you email and a query on the best way other members could get theirs specs based on the serial number.

Cheers!!

Chicken Wing · Jul 29, 2026

Kerem Koseoglu said:
Currently, I'm back to a simple system. All my basses are passive 5-stringers, running through Empress Compressor into Aguilar Tone Hammer.

My all-around middle-ground main is a Fender P with NYXL strings.

For an upright-ish vibe, I play another Fender P with TI or Dunlop Flats.

For improved articulation in smaller ensembles, I play a Fender J with NYXL strings.

In your shoes, I would subjectively see two alternative orientations.

Case 1) "I already have a P with flats (old-school world) at one extreme end and an active JJ (modern world) at the other extreme end, I should throw in a bass where I want to be in-between those extremes." In that case:

Your passive J or G&L L-1000 seems to occupy this gap already; assuming you install round wound strings.

If you are a P fan you could get a P / PJ with round-wound strings to sit in-between those extremes.

Case 2) "I already have a P with flats (fat neck sound) at one extreme end and a JJ (scooped sound) as the middle ground; I should throw in a bass with a fat bridge sound for the other extreme end." In that case:

Sadowsky Modern is a strong contender if you are going for a sterile, versatile, Hi-Fi sound.

StingRay or G&L L-2500 comes to mind in case you want a more aggressive sound.

Since I don't need anything beyond the J bridge pickup at this time, I sat in Case 1. But, I have friends who would sit in Case 2.

All of that is my subjective opinion, not universal facts applicable to all players, but I hope I could help you get inspired.

This is so helpful, thank you. The Precision sound is historically what I want to hear on stage. About 6 months ago I started a set with my passive Jazz bass and immediately felt myself wanting to switch back to the Precision. It could be familiarity of tone, feel, response, etc.

Your 3 bass system sounds great for what you need. Intentional and well thought out, no unnecessary duplication.

I am leaning towards Case #1, as with Case #2 I am not drawn to the fat bridge tone. Thank you for the food for thought!

halfwound121 · Jul 29, 2026

Fender “Penny” finish, waiting for the clear coats. Have a maple/maple neck and black pickguard and hardware. (except for the control plate….)

Gilmourisgod · Jul 29, 2026

Oh yesssssss.........

agedhorse · Jul 29, 2026

Good troubleshooting eliminated most wild ass guesses! It also eliminates a lot of unproductive effort.

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