Recent content by JREaton42

So I play in a metal band and use both a 5 string fretted and 6 string fretless bass. On my fretless, I currently use the Elixir nanoweb-coated roundwounds; this is so I can get that round tone while being easier on my neck. However, they only go up to medium gauge. This was fine at first but...

I made an account years ago (when I was in high school still!) and haven't used it until now, when I needed some pedal advice. But I think this seems like a good place to get general advice and get good discussion. I'm Jack. I live in the metro-west area of Massachusetts and play in a New...

I'm looking to get something that will boost my sound during tapping sections and bass breaks where I really want to punch through. I want something that will do it relatively cleanly, because I'm not necessarily looking to change my tone, but I wouldn't mind having the option to tweak my sound...

Hi all - I was wondering if anybody knew of any bass boost/volume pedals that come equipped with a noise gate. I'm looking to include both into my effects chain (which is really just a Darkglass B7K Analog Preamp and Morley wah pedal). Alternatively, if there is a reason I should NOT be...

Yes, I use it for tunings ranging from C standard to standard; however, I generally don't tune my low B string down below an A.

Do the DDT's have good sound in standard tuning, because I don't always play in drop tunings.

Hey everyone, this has probably been asked lots of times before and for that I apologize, but I'm wondering if anyone has any advice as to the best kinds of strings (brand, gauge, etc.) for playing in lower tunings. I have a 5-string MTD bass which I use primarily for playing metal, which means...