That’s a good point. That’s why I ask you guys. You always think of everything. Just glad I’m not going to have a pick guard, so we don’t have to have that debate again! Lol
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I wouldn’t discount the ash/ebony option...all depends on how much “edge/smoothness” you’re going for?
I have a roasted ash/ebony/roasted (unfigured) neck...plus a non-roasted ash/ebony/roasted (unfigured) neck build in the works.
The roasted neck is a “go for it/no-brainer” for me, but talking with Ellis regarding my current build objectives, the roasted vs non-roasted body makes a noticeable difference in smoothness...we went with the non-roasted ash.
I can confirm that, as I’ve had other non-roasted ash body Sad basses that were slightly less smooth than my roasted version. “Splitting hairs” here—they all sound good, but something to consider...
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Roasted neck is 100% a must have for me. As well as the ebony board. I’m not tied to the roasted body, just thought I would consider it. But you’re right, it’s probably splitting hairs and will probably just come down to personal preference. And it’s cheaper to not roast the body, so that will play into my decision too.I wouldn’t discount the ash/ebony option...all depends on how much “edge/smoothness” you’re going for?
I have a roasted ash/ebony/roasted (unfigured) neck...plus a non-roasted ash/ebony/roasted (unfigured) neck build in the works.
The roasted neck is a “go for it/no-brainer” for me, but talking with Ellis regarding my current build objectives, the roasted vs non-roasted body makes a noticeable difference in smoothness...we went with the non-roasted ash.
I can confirm that, as I’ve had other non-roasted ash body Sad basses that were slightly less smooth than my roasted version. “Splitting hairs” here—they all sound good, but something to consider...
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It all depends... if you have a roasted alder top, some might think it's a little dark for some blue/green transparent finishes. However, if you have a maple or other lighter top on a roasted alder body, it doesn't matter.
If you want a roasted alder body for tonal reasons, you can figure out a finish that works or get a figured top.
Here are a few roasted alder body examples with a figured top (links right below and front/back photos from each listing below that):
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If you just search for “roasted alder” in the search bar you’ll get some hits.
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I'm having a head scratching moment here guys... maybe someone can figure out what happened.
Scene: Doing line check to play a warehouse party earlier today - a few minutes before we start an electrical interference/screaming/static sound is coming from my rig and I can't get it to stop. Not LOUD, but audible enough for the band to hear. Had the Soundman turn off his wireless mic just in case, no luck. Switched the rig different outlets, no luck. Bypassed pedalboard, no luck. Checked all cables, no luck.
Put the Verdine into passive - screaming noise gone. Obviously I assume it was the battery and just went on with the gig in passive. The next band seems to start without a hitch and have no electrical problems. I just got home and the battery is at 9.05V, the preamp sounds fine. No noise, interference or anything here at home. No one else in my band had power or electrical issues on stage.
So what happened? What made my preamp unhappy at the gig? I'm stumped here.
Scene: Doing line check to play a warehouse party earlier today - a few minutes before we start an electrical interference/screaming/static sound is coming from my rig and I can't get it to stop. Not LOUD, but audible enough for the band to hear. Had the Soundman turn off his wireless mic just in case, no luck. Switched the rig different outlets, no luck. Bypassed pedalboard, no luck. Checked all cables, no luck.
Put the Verdine into passive - screaming noise gone. Obviously I assume it was the battery and just went on with the gig in passive. The next band seems to start without a hitch and have no electrical problems. I just got home and the battery is at 9.05V, the preamp sounds fine. No noise, interference or anything here at home. No one else in my band had power or electrical issues on stage.
So what happened? What made my preamp unhappy at the gig? I'm stumped here.
I had this experience when I was using my Boss WL wireless with Sadowsky bass. Boss interface was easily too close to battery inside of the bass. In passive it was ok.
Ok, thanks guys. The only wireless anywhere near us was the wireless mic the soundguy was using. We were on a roof of a garage on the property, he was below us. There was a drone filming the event too, but that's it as far as I know.
I guess it's possible his mic was the issue. He did turn the mic off (but not the receiver) and we still had the noise. This hasn't happened before - I don't use wireless and neither do the guys.
I guess it's possible his mic was the issue. He did turn the mic off (but not the receiver) and we still had the noise. This hasn't happened before - I don't use wireless and neither do the guys.
I have had my cell phone cause interference if it is in my pants pocket near the bass control cavity. Thats the only other thing that I could think of other than something peculiar to the building.
