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They are NOT interchangeable. I don’t even think the SS plate is interchangeable with a full scale Jag.

I think if you keep the P dialed back a bit, you’ll discover plenty of tonal variations using the J pot. It’s just the nature of many PJ setups.

Oh, man! Great idea. I’ve done a couple bases from scrap Stratocasters and such, but wished for something more like the micro neck scale. The fact that this would fit the existing pocket, and result in a tight string spacing is perfect for me.

This would definitely happen if either one of the pickups is wired backwards. try this: start with P at 50% and J off. Bring on the J. Note what happens when the J reaches 50%. Keep increasing the J and note what happens. if total output hits a hole when pickup levels match, but comes...

As others have mentioned, Bronco Maple neck is definitely like a P-bass. Calipers read 1.63” nut width on mine. Nicely, but not excessively chunky. I used to dislike it, but I’ve grown to dig the vibe and sturdy feel, especially for playing anything old-school-ish. With the Hofner knock-off...

To get as specific of an answer as you’re seeking, you’ll need to set some parameters. String pitch is determined by mass and tension, with the only other practical variable being string flexibility and resulting tone. This assumes amplification is in the picture, of course. A 6” string CAN...

It can be done with a hand drill. Really! There are a couple tricks to use, that’s all. No special tools required. Start on the bridge side. Temporarily Install the bridge and use it as the guide for drilling your holes. *Here’s the important part*: The trick is that you tape-off the bit...

of all the mods people discuss here, it drives me nuts that the most useful and functional mod one can make to the Mikro is the one so few have done. It Fixes all the string concerns that come up on here over and over. While mine is a super cheap string through bridge, one can even do this mod...

Only helps if you have a humidifier in your case. Otherwise, climate in the case is same as the room it’s in. Personally, I don’t get too hung-up about humidity for a solid-body instrument. Make adjustments when weather makes it necessary, and after one year, you’ll never have to mess with...

You can remove the spring completely. Just make sure to give the intonation screw a few good hits on the head (use mallet, put a wood piece in there to avoid damaging by hammer) to make sure it is completely seated. Having said all that, if you’re at the point where the spring needs removed...

If it’s every string make you’ve tried, it’s probably not a tension problem. While I would agree that it takes a bit of care to tune the E at lower tension, I’ve never had dramatic issues with it holding pitch reasonably well. Two things come to mind: 1) If the nut is not notched correctly the...

Any reason why you’re using a 5-string pickup instead of a 4? ‘Could reduce the amount of encroachment on the control plate.

Personally, if he's just at the "interested" stage, I'd look at getting an Ibanez Mikro. They are readily available both new and used. Now that the SS Jag is out of production, you'll likely be paying an unnecessary premium. The Mikro is also well balanced and shorter overall, much better...

That Mikro-Bronco-Stang looks fabulous. I've been thinking of doing similar for my Gretsch Electromatic. I love the sound and vibe, but the neck is kinda chunky. Only thing that has held me back was the fact that the Micro neck mounting is completely different - no plate, assymetrical bolt...

In my experience, tuners are rarely to blame if you’re having issues with *holding* pitch. It’s practically impossible for a worm gear to ‘slip’. The culprit is usually either 1) the string isn’t setup correctly on the tuning post, or 2) the nut is binding When setting up a new string, I...