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What about the rev. PJ?
I had to raise the action on my rev. PJ 5 string and now I am looking to get the original PU/string back.
Chef
In Memoriam
Alright, I finally have three things I can say about the Metro RV5 that are little tiny nitpicks that could be different, for me, presonally.
1) the little bitty tuners bug me a tad. I dig vintage, and the wider tuning post hipshots would suit me better, personally
2) 4+1 tuners always look like "hey, we added a 5th string.'' I'd prefer 3+2.
3) When I put my amp power cable, speaker cable, tuner, and instrument cable in the case's outer pocket, it wants to tip over when I set it down.
All really minor points, and two of them are personal biases.
1) the little bitty tuners bug me a tad. I dig vintage, and the wider tuning post hipshots would suit me better, personally
2) 4+1 tuners always look like "hey, we added a 5th string.'' I'd prefer 3+2.
3) When I put my amp power cable, speaker cable, tuner, and instrument cable in the case's outer pocket, it wants to tip over when I set it down.
All really minor points, and two of them are personal biases.
- Feb 17, 2003
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Gil,
P Pickup (Reverse or standard):
G String = 6/64"
A String = 8/64"
B String = 7/64"
J pickup :
Treble = 5/64"
Bass = 6/64"
Rob
Hello Hello
I didn't find an answer about it so :
Is there any special way to set up the 5 string retainer on a Sadowsky Metro bass, because i am not sure how to setup mine on my MV5
Thanks !
I didn't find an answer about it so :
Is there any special way to set up the 5 string retainer on a Sadowsky Metro bass, because i am not sure how to setup mine on my MV5
Thanks !
Not quite sure what you are asking. There is nothing that needs to be done ever with the retainer (if you are talking about the bar that holds the strings to the nut at constant tension). Just get the strings underneath it when you change your strings, and all will be well.Are you having a particular issue?
Sorry for my poor english Kjung
my question was
when I had my bass the string retainer did not "touch" the B string
To be effective, i think the string and the string retainer must press the strings
to solve these issue, I can tighten the screws but until what point?
Best,
my question was
when I had my bass the string retainer did not "touch" the B string
To be effective, i think the string and the string retainer must press the strings
to solve these issue, I can tighten the screws but until what point?
Best,
Ah, that's not good. That retainer must not have been installed correctly at the shop.
While I'm sure you can simply tighten the screw on that side of the retainer and easily fix the issue, I would send an email with the above information to Kevin at Sadowsky (his email is on the Sadowsky site). They are great, and he will bounce you back with the exact information.
Again, I'm 90% sure all you need to do is tighten that 'B string' side screw a turn or two, but it is worth emailing Kevin to be sure and to get their 'go ahead' with that minor fix.
Good luck. It shouldn't be much of a problem
K
- Apr 3, 2003
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If those are the worst things you have to say, then I'd say: A.) get over your personal biases, and B.) get a gig bag, and you should be pretty much set!
I didn't mind the smaller tuners that much. I think I prefer 3+2 instead of 4+1 as both of those are what I was used to on my Yamaha 5. Both are a small trade off for the playability and tone.
The B string actually has enough downbearing behind the nut without the retainer bar because it's location is the closest to the nut. You can lower the bass side until the bar just begins to press on the B just the slightest bit. But as long as the open B does not rattle and the E string is fine, there is no need to lower it more. The strings that need it the most are the G,D and A.
Roger
I feel the same way as you, Chef, though I suppose the benefit of that Ultralight case becomes rather evident the moment you pick it up. Ahh. It's like the same but opposite feeling I get with my DB750. Both are worth a little hassle for the end result.
But, really, I do love the look of the Sadowsky headstock as is -- four or fiver.
This is interesting. I also like a more balanced look, but I also like the headstock to look a bit more "Fendery" than, say, a Musicman or Lakland headstock, which are the only examples of a 3+2 at least somewhat Fendery looking headstock I can think of. Dunno, maybe it's 'cause I've played Fender 5's for so long I'm used to it. I see your point tho... just not sure if I feel the same. Hmmm...
Of course it's moot, 'cause he's not gonna' change it, but again, it is an interesting thought.
Meh, that's a case issue. The product is the bass, so just pick a case that works better and be happy.
Personally, I really like the Portabag a LOT, and it'd even be worse for this. I've just gotten used to leaning it up against stuff.
Thanks! A photographer buddy from Virginia snapped it over the summer. I'll have to get him to take some more shots next time he's in town.
Ok, so my plans changed today. I was gonna' have to have 5302 held and pick it up at the end of the day, but I'm gonna' run out and get it now. Standby for an initial "unplugged report" after a bit.
