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Now that I finally got an AC I've been looking forward to being part of an active club. From what I remembered this thread was always jumping.
Has it slowed down a bit or is it just me?
Has it slowed down a bit or is it just me?
https://youtu.be/EAHrY6bHu2k
For anyone interested here is a Spalted LG5 CS in the track. Its a bit different in tone to my other regular LG5 CSs ... an open and defined tone with a bit of a scoop and lots of low end. The spalteds are lighter too so that might account for that.
For anyone interested here is a Spalted LG5 CS in the track. Its a bit different in tone to my other regular LG5 CSs ... an open and defined tone with a bit of a scoop and lots of low end. The spalteds are lighter too so that might account for that.
Thx. Tara Lab cable direct into Apogee Element , into Logic. No DI.
Bass was active with a tiny bit of bass boost, some compression from Logic compressor.
Bass was active with a tiny bit of bass boost, some compression from Logic compressor.
For those interested in getting a great Classic Supreme with real DN...
For Sale - Alleva Coppolo Classic Supreme LG5
For Sale - Alleva Coppolo Classic Supreme LG5
I did have to drill new holes. Just the two on the outside. Not a big deal. Fits great, sounds great, feels great! The original bridge was perfect for a more vintage sound but I wanted something a little more modern and I think this bridge helped a lot. The real magic is in the bass itself though!
I had a BadAss V on my LM5 for a bit but I chose not to drill the 2 outside holes because Jimmy warned that the original bridge wouldn't cover them. I'm glad I listened because the BAV ended up not working for me, not because of the tone, which I agree with your assessment, but because when I got the G saddle low enough, there was a buzz I couldn't get rid of, even after purchasing new saddles that I slotted. Jimmy thought it was because there wasn't enough of a break angle over the saddle, and I didn't want to shim the neck just for the bridge to work.
I'd be open to trying the Hipshot or even Omega later to see if the issue happens on those.
If any of you are interested, my band streamed a live set today. I used my AC LG for the whole set and our upcoming EP. The bass sounds great and plays like a dream! Please, check it out if you have the time!
I just went through this with one of my basses. All the dimensional drawings are available (pdf's) on the hipshot website. There is some complication because the mounting screw hole spacing changes with the string spacing. Apart from that you just need an accurate ruler to measure up your current bridge.
FYI I converted a 5 string bass from a 19mm hipshot bent plate to an 18mm hipshot type b. It was a drop in fit.
MEET "LUCKY" - AC #13
I thought I would introduce a special early example of Jimmy's work to those that admire, play, and collect Jimmy's creations from his NYC days.
This LG4 CSR was built in 2004 in NYC for the 2005 NAMM Show…and as you can see from the wear…she has been played…which is always a good sign for an instrument. You don't find a lot of naturally mojo'ed AC's.
She also sports serial number 13. One of Jimmy's first builds. Yep…#13. I've named her "Lucky"…what else could I call her?
She was one of Jimmy's "special builds". Kind of a one off as Jimmy began to move towards his Resurrection series. Jimmy confirmed its authenticity and called it an LG4 Classic Supreme Resurrection.
Another member that was around when this bass was built told me it was indeed at the 2005 NAMM Show. It was on loan at the DR String booth where Marcus Miller used and played it to promote DR products. Cool eh?
Lucky was sprayed in a burgundy mist nitro by the professor with matching headstock. In a somewhat rare move, the back of the neck was also painted. You can see where the nitro is aging nicely. Someone liked playing in the key of G!
She has an old growth alder body with old growth African rosewood fretboard with clay dots. The bass came with a drop D tuner and weighs 9.3 lbs. The gold hardware is getting worn as is the vintage style bridge.
This early 4 knob preamp is more along the lines of a Pensa set up with Vol, Vol, Treble, Bass Boost. (2nd Volume knob is push pull for active/passive).
I'm not sure about the pickups (?) Maybe one of the more knowledgeable members can help me here? I don't think Jimmy was winding his own pickups this early. I read in an old thread LG4 serial #11 came with Pensa Suhr hum cancelling pickups. My bass is incredibly quiet so not sure if it has the same pickups?
She came with an old style AC gigbag.
So this is how she stands for now.
I take her to a very skilled old time luthier tomorrow for the full treatment and some much needed TLC. If she is what I think she has the potential to become, I think she can become my number 1 jazz bass.
Thanks for putting up with my ramblings….
Anyone else got a great story and pics of their AC?
I would love to see some members return and bring this club come back to life!
They are such awesome instruments.
I thought I would introduce a special early example of Jimmy's work to those that admire, play, and collect Jimmy's creations from his NYC days.
This LG4 CSR was built in 2004 in NYC for the 2005 NAMM Show…and as you can see from the wear…she has been played…which is always a good sign for an instrument. You don't find a lot of naturally mojo'ed AC's.
She also sports serial number 13. One of Jimmy's first builds. Yep…#13. I've named her "Lucky"…what else could I call her?
She was one of Jimmy's "special builds". Kind of a one off as Jimmy began to move towards his Resurrection series. Jimmy confirmed its authenticity and called it an LG4 Classic Supreme Resurrection.
Another member that was around when this bass was built told me it was indeed at the 2005 NAMM Show. It was on loan at the DR String booth where Marcus Miller used and played it to promote DR products. Cool eh?
Lucky was sprayed in a burgundy mist nitro by the professor with matching headstock. In a somewhat rare move, the back of the neck was also painted. You can see where the nitro is aging nicely. Someone liked playing in the key of G!
She has an old growth alder body with old growth African rosewood fretboard with clay dots. The bass came with a drop D tuner and weighs 9.3 lbs. The gold hardware is getting worn as is the vintage style bridge.
This early 4 knob preamp is more along the lines of a Pensa set up with Vol, Vol, Treble, Bass Boost. (2nd Volume knob is push pull for active/passive).
I'm not sure about the pickups (?) Maybe one of the more knowledgeable members can help me here? I don't think Jimmy was winding his own pickups this early. I read in an old thread LG4 serial #11 came with Pensa Suhr hum cancelling pickups. My bass is incredibly quiet so not sure if it has the same pickups?
She came with an old style AC gigbag.
So this is how she stands for now.
I take her to a very skilled old time luthier tomorrow for the full treatment and some much needed TLC. If she is what I think she has the potential to become, I think she can become my number 1 jazz bass.
Thanks for putting up with my ramblings….
Anyone else got a great story and pics of their AC?
I would love to see some members return and bring this club come back to life!
They are such awesome instruments.
