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    Thunderbird vintage pro metal tone

    Hi Everyone, I have had an Epiphone thunderbird 60s style bass for a few years now and the construction / acoustic tonal quality along with the tuning system is SO good. The main issue with the bass is the electronics. They sound very dull or muddy even a week after a set up, the neck pickup...
    • Sadismo
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    • Forum: Basses [BG]
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    1962 Fender Jazz pickup??

    Hi everyone, this is my first post here. I'm writing from Italy, so please excuse my English. I recently bought a 1966 Fender Jazz Bass—it's well-worn and has seen a lot of use, but it's in good condition. The previous owner hardly played it at all over the last 10 years because he doesn't play...
  3. zDay99

    Nordstrand Big Singles vs. Big Splits vs. Fat Stacks in Single Coil Mode

    Hey all! Nordstrand Big Singles are the best sound pickups I have ever tried to my ear. That being said, I have been eyeing putting Fat Stacks in a bass I use primarily for distorted metal both recording and touring. The more aggression the better. My thought was to use them mostly in single...
  4. 4StringTheory

    Anyone else tried Tone Hatch pickups?

    Lately, I'm gravitating toward the feel of Alnico 2 magnets. I swapped out the stock Sadowsky Metroline single coil jazz pickups that use Alnico 5 with a custom set built by Tone Hatch using Alnico 2, and I'm really enjoying the Tone Hatch sound quality 🎶
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    I need help with a 6 position 4 pole rotary switch for my bass.

    I have a 6-position, 4-pole rotary switch. I want to configure a pickup configuration I saw online, but there are no diagrams. I asked ChatGPT for help, and they gave me a schematic, but I don't think it works. I hope you can help me. I want to replicate this Switch but the original is very...
  6. bons

    To swap pups or not to swap? That is the question

    I have a '15 Fender American Standard Precision bass with the stock "60s custom shop" pups in it. I've always found the sound of this bass to be pretty thin and uninspiring, but the build quality is top-shelf and I'd like to keep it if I can get more out of a pickup swap. I see lots of...
  7. libekgz

    Spector Legend 5 Standard Pickups and Preamp suggestions

    I am looking for pickup and preamp suggestions for my New Spector Legend 5 Standard. Came back to bass after 15 years. My initial thoughts were to go standard with EMG 40DC and BTS or BQC preamp. I asked around in Facebook groups and got only confused now. What tone I enjoyed was the sound from...
  8. 6StrangBass

    Want to change pickups on 2005 Guitar Technologies TWB-6 6 String Bass

    Hello everyone! Can anyone make a recommendation on replacements and as to what pickups would fit my 2005 Guitar Technologies TWB-6 6 String Bass? I believe it's Korean as the serial number begins with S05.. Currently, I'm still using the stock Tune pickups, but lately the tone seems muffled...
  9. Sadowsky JJ5 Single Coil Pickups
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    For sale Sadowsky JJ5 Single Coil Pickups

    Up for grabs are Sadowsky JJ5 Single Coil Pickups - Totally Mint! These came out of a 2023 Sadowsky MetroExpress JJ5. Nice Sadowsky Single Coil sound. Makes for a great upgrade to any Jazz style bass! Standard pickup size 3.73” 19mm or 18mm spacing. See pics for details. $115. SHIPPED USPS CON...
    $115.00
  10. Joeykun

    For Sale Sadowsky JJ5 Single Coil Pickups

    Up for grabs are Sadowsky JJ5 Single Coil Pickups - Totally Mint! These came out of a 2023 Sadowsky MetroExpress JJ5. Nice Sadowsky Single Coil sound. Makes for a great upgrade to any Jazz style bass! Standard pickup size 3.73” 19mm or 18mm spacing. See pics for details. $115. SHIPPED USPS CON...
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    Crackle on pickup, cannot find a solution

    Hey, I need some help. I decided to redo the electronics in my old 87 mij PJ since they were pretty worn and not looking great. First got some pickups, installed them on the old pots, had zero issues. Today, I put in a new jack and new pots, all soldering and wiring redone, seeming no mistakes...
  12. MusicMan Stingray USA SUB OEM Pickup
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    For sale MusicMan Stingray USA SUB OEM Pickup

    For sale is an OEM Music Man Stingray 4 string. Ernie Ball won’t sell one to you unless you send them the same part as they don’t like their Lars being used on other basses. So if you want to upgrade or build a bass with the MM special sauce, or if you acquire a stingray that has had a pick up...
    $100.00
  13. rogerbmiller

    SOLD MusicMan Stingray USA SUB OEM Pickup

    For sale is an OEM Music Man Stingray 4 string. Ernie Ball won’t sell one to you unless you send them the same part as they don’t like their Lars being used on other basses. So if you want to upgrade or build a bass with the MM special sauce, or if you acquire a stingray that has had a pick up...
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    Ric 4001 Pickup Cover. I want it off.

    I have a 75 4001. I love it. It rips, but it also has that super clear low Rics are known for. I've played Rics since forever - 35 years now. I previously owned a stripped and custom painted 4003. The previous owner was a biker. The neck pickup was removed and a skull was there in it's place. I...
  15. Damien McLean

    Installing the Darkglass Tone Capsule in Ibanez SR675

    So I just got my hands on a DGTC and I'm currently trying to install it in my Ibanez to see what type of difference it has on the stock BH2 pickups. I'm a novice at wiring so I was curious to see if someone out there could help guide me on this journey so I don't potentially fry the electronics...
  16. M

    Looking for some pickups and preamp suggestions!!

    So I just got this lakland 55-02 deluxe and I’m considering swapping out the electronics. My go to strings are usually either the labella rx series or the dr high beams (both stainless steel). I play a lot of gospel, R&B, jazz and funk. I’m into a styles of playing like finger style, tap, slap...
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