Recent content by cb4

Well…. I spent almost a month with the MXR synth pedal and I just couldn’t get it to work for me. Tracking is a huge issue. I tried to play with the pedal but no go… besides, I’m not really interested in relearning how to play for this pedal. The technology is getting closer but not quite there...

Thank you to all for your help and suggestions! I have been playing bass professionally since 1984 and made many records. I trust my technique and was aware that I would have to play to the pedal. It’s not in my board yet and I’m using the power they provided. I play a standard American PBass no...

So I'm day 3 with my new MXR Synth pedal... First day the whole thing seemed underwhelming. 2nd day I realize, after going through the video manual, that this thing has a lot of capabilities and I should spend more time with it. Day 3 and I'm playing along with 'Thriller'... The tracking is not...

The bridge has been installed! Feels great! Looks great! The action is lower and I can palm mute very easily. Of course new holes had to be drilled but it was done by a very good luthier. The only downside is the HS bridge is waaaay over priced! Now I will be looking into a custom toaster for...

Great tips! Thank you. I have a good luthier that will be doing the work.

I’m going to take the chance and install the Hipshot Bridge. I’ll post my review when it’s done.

Hello all.. I have a Rickenbacker 4003 2022. I'm interested in buying the new Hipshot bridge. It says on the site... "Notice: In 2020 Rickenbacker changed the design of their bass bridge. Hipshot replacement bridges are not compatible with the new Rickenbacker design" Does anyone know if it's...

Just removed the truss rod plate on my brand new 4003 (2022) And there is only 1 truss rod! Is this a dual action truss rod? Are the new Riki’s outfitted with dual action truss rods? Can someone confirm this?

Sadly I may have to. I’ll see what kind of bass they send me. I am looking forward to the new less shellacked fingerboard!

The dealer paid for shipping. The dealer has an excellent warranty a return policy.

I think I should better explain the problem... at the first fret there is a bump, the bump is not even as it twists towards the g string a little. It's impossible to straighten and impossible to set up. My tech is a very experienced and highly respected luthier and pickup manufacturer. MJS...

I bought a brand new Rickenbacker 4003 Jetglo last year. My tech discovered a small twist in the neck at the first fret. He said they probably rushed production and didn’t give the wood enough time to dry properly. I sent it back and have to wait 6 months to get a new one. Hopefully this is not...

I bit the bullet and picked up this beauty. It’s sexy and sounds incredible! Reasonable weight. Tons of power. Enough eq. The tube drive is so sweet! Built in suboctave. Classic British sound. My new dream rig after playing an Eden WT800 + 410XLT for over 20 years. The only negative is a small...