Recent content by David Atherton

Thanks for all the suggestions. I will check out the Labella low tension flats and the D’Addario EXL220S. I did review the setup again against Gibson specs and I am at or below spec on string height and relief, and i understand from reading up that the angle of the strings over the bridge...

I set my short scale Gibson SG Bass to factory specs and am using 45-100 Gauge strings but the string tension is so high that my fingers get numb halfway through the set. I have the tailpiece set high because I thought the lower angle over the bridge would help reduce string tension. So what...

HI, this is my first post. Because of neck and hand issues, I had to sell my Jazz Bass and buy a Squier Mustang Bass last year. I like the Mustang Bass playability but the pickups leave something to be desired. So, I want higher output pickups. But, I can't find a pickup that fits!! It is...