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Interesting choice not to go with bridge+front, but that's a versatile selection for sure.
I thought about that, but then thought, at least for me, I'd prefer middle bridge for that sound, but then maybe add a touch of bass eq... a little less scoop that way, which for some might not be good, but I'd like it.
I'm realizing that my personal preference with regard to reverse 'P' pickups is based on, not wanting the lower freq. strings to sound significantly thicker than the higher freq. strings.Belated followup: I own P and reverse-P fivers. In short, reverse has less "P-ness".Srsly, it's a matter of "different", not "better". Reverse does have more punch/growl on the BEA strings -- but also less "thump". And the DG strings sound like a J neck pup, not a P.
Bottom line is that the B strings on my Sadowsky P-only fivers sound as good as any fiver I've played.As a P-bass guy, I get what I expect: similarity to low E. But certainly, tone is different than reverse P, P-plus-J, JJ, etc.
Since that seems to be one of the characteristics of most of the old school Precision basses, I understand why there's a bias or personal preference for those people.
DSFDF - as someone once said.
For the record, sharing lo-freq's preference for uniformity across the strings - if I want to sound tubbier on low strings, I'll move my right hand neckward. I guess you could say the reverse for adding warmth to regular-P D and G! But I'd prefer to start from neutral uniformity, and then add flavorings as desired.
Hi there, I have a new metroexpress and found it a little head heavy, maybe due to the light weight body. Does the Germen metroline has the same problem?
My two metrolines do not have that problem and are very well balanced. I did put light weight hipshot tuners on them but I don't remember them being neck heavy before that. But lighter tuners may fix your issue.
Four string or five? I (now) have two Metro Express, a Second Gen and a recently acquired First Gen, both four strings and no hint of neck dive. So I'm guessing yours must be a fiver.
My German Metro does for sure, very light weight, but neck dives quite a bit. I compensate by using a strap that grips my shirt to stop it diving. Some of my fancy leather straps are too slidey.
gregbackstrom
These aren't stock curves--things move around!
A common downside of lightweight bodies, even FSOs which are well balanced by nature, is a bit of neck dive. As noted, a wide textured strap should fix the problem.
Hello everyone. I'll briefly explain the problem I've been having since yesterday on my Fender Jazz with Sadowsky Onboard Bass Preamp electronics. Since yesterday the active/passive push pull potentiometer only works in passive mode but in active mode it no longer gives any signal. Before taking it to the technician I would like to ask you what the causes and solutions could be in your opinion
it does sound like no power is getting to the preamp somehow. maybe check the wires and measure the voltage at the preamp? maybe one of the battery wires went bad, or even the cap on the battery developed a bad internal connection.
Hi all,
does anyone know if Sadowsky pickups installed in NYC line (Nordstrand?) are still available for sale from NY workshop?
I tried to search in Sadowsky NY website but there are no mentions at all about that.
Thanks
does anyone know if Sadowsky pickups installed in NYC line (Nordstrand?) are still available for sale from NY workshop?
I tried to search in Sadowsky NY website but there are no mentions at all about that.
Thanks
NBD: Fretless Custom 24. It is a joy to play this instrument (and, I am only just getting started).
