Cool, and I always felt the perfect balance on a strap with Fbasses offsets the weight issue somewhat.
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I'm wondering, could it be due to the density of ash (which contributes to the weight) that's helping to impart a better low end.
Because when i consider the opposite (lighter weight ash, less dense with more pockets in the wood), it does feel like the low mids are scooped out (which accentuates the high mids)
Thus making the sound somewhat clanky/harsh compared to the very punchy 70s/Marcus Miller kind of slap tone
Because when i consider the opposite (lighter weight ash, less dense with more pockets in the wood), it does feel like the low mids are scooped out (which accentuates the high mids)
Thus making the sound somewhat clanky/harsh compared to the very punchy 70s/Marcus Miller kind of slap tone
Hello,
I read a few posts in this thread where someone spoke about "overtones" that happened with FBass Strings, especialy when playing high notes.
Someone can explain me what are these overtones ? Maybe with soundclips or exemples ?
I can't represent myself what it could sound like.
I read a few posts in this thread where someone spoke about "overtones" that happened with FBass Strings, especialy when playing high notes.
Someone can explain me what are these overtones ? Maybe with soundclips or exemples ?
I can't represent myself what it could sound like.
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The Eleven, one of my favorite Grateful Dead songs back in the day!
I'll try to remember to make a recording the next time I change my strings, but once the strings break in, it isn't as problematic.
Here's some BN6 love from one of my favorite bassists.
New BN5 Update: Waiting for a delivery date, maybe late next week!
Thanks, I am pretty fired up to get it. Not sure why the football jack, doesn't bother me though. I went with the larger body option so it does look to be a bit thinner - good eye. Body shot:
Any of my Fbass friends have any thoughts on an Fbass BN6 or VF6 in a 33" scale? I know they are out there- just curious on opinions- especially if you have an argument for or against the BN vs VF in this configuration. Also- other things to consider like string spacing.....
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thats my biggest complaint with light ash. scooped out low mids. i think all those super light sadowsky's sound terrible.
Hi Fbass owners! Do you guys know someone in the Netherlands (/Holland) that owns a Fbass VF5?; I would love to try out one but they have no dealers here. On the Dutch bass forum I have had no succes. Thanks alot..
Playing on a '78 ash/maple jazz with sadowsky outboard DI for slap parts; want to switch (back) to 5 string and better playability and w/ a pre-amp. Don't want to buy a (very expensive) bass without playing on one before..
Thanks in advance,
Kasper
Playing on a '78 ash/maple jazz with sadowsky outboard DI for slap parts; want to switch (back) to 5 string and better playability and w/ a pre-amp. Don't want to buy a (very expensive) bass without playing on one before..
Thanks in advance,
Kasper
In 2 days I will finally be picking up my first F Bass and become an official Club Fbass member!!!!! I ordered prior to NAMM and when I saw the VF5-JM I was able to switch my order to be one of the early VF5-JM models.
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