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  1. ThomasTronics
    Thread

    Question for Measuring String Height

    God I missed this place when it was down. This is probably a very common question. But I feel like I'm over analyzing... Naturally. I've been...
    Thread by: ThomasTronics, Apr 13, 2021 at 8:56 AM, 7 replies, in forum: Hardware, Setup & Repair [BG]
  2. OnTheDownLow
    Thread

    Need advice on a Rickenbacker 4001v63 neck setup

    Hey guys, I very recently was lucky enough to get my hands on a 1999 Rickenbacker 4001v63 and it is an awesome bass and I love the feel and the...
    Thread by: OnTheDownLow, Mar 27, 2021, 4 replies, in forum: Hardware, Setup & Repair [BG]
  3. Julian Delphiki
    Thread

    Absolutely bizarre fret buzz issue - help please!

    On my 2002 Lakland Skyline JO four string, my G string buzzes on the 7th fret only when the E string is fretted as well. I noticed this when...
    Thread by: Julian Delphiki, Feb 10, 2021, 10 replies, in forum: Hardware, Setup & Repair [BG]
  4. NoiseNinja
    Thread

    Your preferred action and relief/action and relief on your main bass?

    I realize this forum sees quite as lot of string action related posts, but doing a search I couldn't find any with this specific angle on the...
    Thread by: NoiseNinja, Feb 4, 2021, 4 replies, in forum: Hardware, Setup & Repair [BG]
  5. Thom Fioriglio
    Thread

    How low is your action on Fender P Bass?

    Hi all, just curious on how low your action is on your Fender P bass or a bass that is similar. Fender recommends, measuring from the 17th fret,...
    Thread by: Thom Fioriglio, Jan 24, 2021, 2 replies, in forum: Hardware, Setup & Repair [BG]
  6. Julian Delphiki
    Thread

    Setup: Low action or no fret buzz?

    When setting up your bass, what’s your priority first and foremost? I tend to try to eliminate buzz, but it seems to be a never ending battle.
    Thread by: Julian Delphiki, Jan 12, 2021, 18 replies, in forum: Hardware, Setup & Repair [BG]
  7. Silvent
    Thread

    Need help with sudden fret buzz

    Hi. I just had my bass at a shop for complete setup cus I was having some issues with fret buzz. They did a solid job and it was sounding and...
    Thread by: Silvent, Jan 4, 2021, 17 replies, in forum: Hardware, Setup & Repair [BG]
  8. Lane777Turgeon
    Thread

    Need opinions on this bass - Help MTD folks!

    I'm wanting a new bass. I'm debating getting this in either the 5 or 6 string version. I have no experience with these. Having a fingerboard that...
    Thread by: Lane777Turgeon, Nov 21, 2020, 7 replies, in forum: Basses [BG]
  9. astral
    Thread

    Wacky action on '01 Fender MIM Bass

    Hi, I've always stalked these forums but never posted anything, so this is my first post. I taught myself how to play bass years ago by reading...
    Thread by: astral, Oct 16, 2020, 6 replies, in forum: Hardware, Setup & Repair [BG]
  10. EliasMessiah
    Thread

    LaBella FS vs. LaBella FL (String Tension & Balance)

    I'm currently using LaBella FS (45-105) but i find that the E string has lower tension compared to the other strings. Actually i would say that...
    Thread by: EliasMessiah, Aug 28, 2020, 23 replies, in forum: Strings [BG]
  11. TDBASSMAN86
    Thread

    Can't get my action low enough

    I have a 5 string Peavey that's been with me for about 15 years. I've been slowly replacing items on it as they've needed upgrading, but I think...
    Thread by: TDBASSMAN86, Aug 27, 2020, 20 replies, in forum: Hardware, Setup & Repair [BG]
  12. GFreeman1008
    Thread

    Annoying fret buzz issue...

    I need help with a rather annoying fret buzz issue. I have a 2019 Fender Player Series Precision Bass. When I initially bought the bass this...
    Thread by: GFreeman1008, Aug 26, 2020, 10 replies, in forum: Hardware, Setup & Repair [BG]
  13. jhch14
    Thread

    Musicman Stingray Classic 5 - Issues with setting up the action

    Hi! I recently bought a 2011 MusicMan Stingray 5 Classic, and I´ve been trying to get a low action without massive amounts of fret buzz, and it...
    Thread by: jhch14, Aug 11, 2020, 5 replies, in forum: Hardware, Setup & Repair [BG]
  14. vacatio
    Thread

    Do flatwound strings warrant the need for a higher action compared to normal roundwound strings.

    A week ago I got my action of my MIJ Fender Vintera 60's Jass Bass professionally lowered. At the time I was using roundwound strings and I...
    Thread by: vacatio, Jul 26, 2020, 11 replies, in forum: Hardware, Setup & Repair [BG]
  15. Nohrellas
    Thread

    fretwork on new basses, what can I expect? (different pricepoints, brands, etc.)

    I'm shopping around for a few more "interesting" or "unique" basses, basses with piezo pickups, short or medium scale, headless, different pickup...
    Thread by: Nohrellas, Jul 1, 2020, 68 replies, in forum: Basses [BG]
  16. Guild B301
    Thread

    Fret Buzz : acceptable or not?

    I am starting this post, out of a question on another thread. How many of you play a bass with fret buzz? How many of you cannot stand fret...
    Thread by: Guild B301, Jun 1, 2020, 106 replies, in forum: Basses [BG]
  17. muud_official
    Thread

    Is action bass-dependent?

    I have a Sire Marcus Miller M2 5 strings since about an year, very satisfied, but still haven't found a comfortable setup. From the beginning I...
    Thread by: muud_official, May 24, 2020, 7 replies, in forum: Hardware, Setup & Repair [BG]
  18. bassbourne
    Thread

    Fretbuzz G string (3rd - 6th fret)

    I recently purchased a set of medium Dunlop flatwounds (45-105). The G string has a case of fret buzz from the 3rd to the 6th frets. The rest of...
    Thread by: bassbourne, May 15, 2020, 12 replies, in forum: Hardware, Setup & Repair [BG]
  19. Haegrit
    Thread

    Ibanez ATK300 - Low dropped C Issue

    Hey guys, I just bought a used ATK300 and havean issue with it: I tuned the bass down to Drop C for a new Band. On the Low C, I use a 120 string...
    Thread by: Haegrit, May 11, 2020, 19 replies, in forum: Basses [BG]
  20. bassbourne
    Thread

    Set-up question (new strings)

    So I switched from medium Fender nickel-rounds (45, 65, 85 100) to Fender 9050L flats (45, 60, 80, 100) and now I have a lot of buzzing on the D...
    Thread by: bassbourne, May 1, 2020, 42 replies, in forum: Hardware, Setup & Repair [BG]
  21. J. D.
    Thread

    How to find the right nut file? [Nut Action Height Adjustment]

    Hi y'all, I'm venturing into setting up the bass myself. I've followed the steps outlined by these youtube video series perfectly [MEDIA] and so...
    Thread by: J. D., Apr 28, 2020, 10 replies, in forum: Hardware, Setup & Repair [BG]
  22. Claymore
    Thread

    High tension strings suggestions?...

    ...besides DR Lo-Riders. ;) I have this theme going where each one of my basses has a different kind of strings and I already have one with...
    Thread by: Claymore, Apr 26, 2020, 50 replies, in forum: Strings [BG]
  23. EmaTheMirror
    Thread

    Suggestions for old-school Fender truss-rod and setup

    My 50s reissue P sounds and feels great. I currently have it setup with a relief which looks around 0.13/0.14 at 7th fret - checking with...
    Thread by: EmaTheMirror, Apr 8, 2020, 6 replies, in forum: Hardware, Setup & Repair [BG]
  24. ijmus12
    Thread

    Finicky Bass Upgrade -- do I need a new neck?

    Hi all, I have a 2008 Squire Affinity J Bass that is in big need of an upgrade. Since I want to stay in the J Bass family, I thought it would be...
    Thread by: ijmus12, Apr 4, 2020, 42 replies, in forum: Hardware, Setup & Repair [BG]
  25. Beth McPherson
    Thread

    Fret buzz with high action and straight neck

    Hi all! I recently purchased an EBMM Stingray 5 string HH and I'm getting fret buzz all over the neck on all strings. The action is a bit higher...
    Thread by: Beth McPherson, Mar 8, 2020, 15 replies, in forum: Hardware, Setup & Repair [BG]
  26. BeyondFiredUp
    Thread

    E and Eb tuning (both standard) and Intonation question...

    Hey all! Like the title says, and I'm down to one bass now, so that's why I asked. For some songs I need to stay in E standard and for others I'm...
    Thread by: BeyondFiredUp, Feb 7, 2020, 10 replies, in forum: Hardware, Setup & Repair [BG]
  27. Nathan Miller
    Thread

    Setting up the bridge and action for metal.

    I play metal/post hardcore like fir for a king or old-school thrice with an SR500 with 110-55 guage string's to drop C. I loosened the relief in...
    Thread by: Nathan Miller, Dec 27, 2019, 6 replies, in forum: Technique [BG]
  28. Harvey Charper
    Thread

    Is my new bass setup acceptable?

    Hi everyone! I'm new here, and my English is really bad, but i will try! I have a new bass guitar (FGN Mighty Power J Standard). My strings are...
    Thread by: Harvey Charper, Nov 4, 2019, 9 replies, in forum: Hardware, Setup & Repair [BG]
  29. Mo Boogs
    Thread

    Truss rod adjustments - Ric 4003

    I bought a brand new Ric 4003 last year in the early spring. These New England seasons have certainly had their impact on the neck and I’ve had to...
    Thread by: Mo Boogs, Oct 24, 2019, 1 replies, in forum: Basses [BG]
  30. Mo Boogs
    Thread

    P-bass action

    I’ve got a 2014 American Standard P-bass that I bought brand new in 2014. As the cold weather approaches I’ve noticed my action starting to get...
    Thread by: Mo Boogs, Oct 11, 2019, 7 replies, in forum: Basses [BG]
  31. JnKlm
    Thread

    What would Trujillo do? String action while playing hard and fast w/ fingers

    I play a very heavy sort of metal music and use fingers on my right hand. The basslines (mostly inherited from the previous bassist who used...
    Thread by: JnKlm, Jul 24, 2019, 7 replies, in forum: Technique [BG]
  32. Berkin
    Thread

    This Buzz Is Driving Me Crazy

    Hello everyone, 2 days ago I purchased my first ever bass (yes, I am a beginner), Sire V7 Gen 2 Swamp Ash (5 string). As I was playing the bass...
    Thread by: Berkin, Jul 21, 2019, 24 replies, in forum: Hardware, Setup & Repair [BG]
  33. bigjames
    Thread

    Sudden String Buzz / Action Change

    Hey all, Hoping someone can offer some suggestions. I have owned an FBass AC6 fretless since about 2012. I play it regularly and it has been...
    Thread by: bigjames, May 28, 2019, 6 replies, in forum: Hardware, Setup & Repair [BG]
  34. Hammock
    Thread

    Hohner B2A high action

    Hello, I have some high action problems with a Hohner B2A. The saddles are set to the deck and I have still 1/8 on E at 17th fret. I usually go...
    Thread by: Hammock, May 15, 2019, 3 replies, in forum: Basses [BG]
  35. InternetAlias
    Thread

    Single action truss rod completely relaxed - neck still bowed forwards

    So, I bought a really cheap Stagg bass guitar to mod it and before I started leveling frets, I realized the neck is bowed forwards when the truss...
    Thread by: InternetAlias, May 9, 2019, 13 replies, in forum: Hardware, Setup & Repair [BG]
  36. 65AmpegBB4
    Thread

    Recommended action for Ampeg Baby Bass

    Hello all, The answer to the question that I'm about to post can be subjective, however, I am curious to know the general consensus on the...
    Thread by: 65AmpegBB4, May 8, 2019, 13 replies, in forum: Setup & Repair [DB]
  37. Mili
    Thread

    Flat Shim! Why not!?

    Ok, I have to shim the Neck of my Bass. I need to raise the neck at 16 fret up to 1.5 - 2 mm. I found there are two ways for shimming the neck. 1-...
    Thread by: Mili, May 7, 2019, 25 replies, in forum: Hardware, Setup & Repair [BG]
  38. AlbertoRigoni
    Thread

    Cort Action HH5 review

    [MEDIA]
    Thread by: AlbertoRigoni, Apr 28, 2019, 1 replies, in forum: Basses [BG]
  39. synterx
    Thread

    SOLD Two (2) Sony HDR-AS15 action cams (like gopro) with screens, tons of access

    bought two of these to record drums on stage. Worked incredibly well. Used for two shows, have been sitting here since. Here's what you get: 1....
    Thread by: synterx, Apr 27, 2019, 0 replies, in forum: For Sale: Other Stuff (Not bass related)
  40. activa44
    Thread

    Low Action vs High Action

    Can you tell me what are the differences in sound? Thanks in advance!
    Thread by: activa44, Apr 24, 2019, 29 replies, in forum: Hardware, Setup & Repair [BG]
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