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DiMarzio UltraJazz vs. Fender Orig.62s/CS 60s

Discussion in 'Pickups & Electronics [BG]' started by AndersK2, Nov 1, 2001.

  1. Nov 1, 2001 #1
    AndersK2

    AndersK2

    Sep 11, 2000
    Has anybody compared DiMarzio UltraJazz and Fender Original '62s or Custom Shop '60s?

    I have read the Bass Player Magazine shootout and searched the web, so I would like your opinon.

    I have the UltraJazz pups on my MIM Jazz and am playing with the thought of a change.

    Anders
     
  2. Nov 2, 2001 #2
    funkycarnivore

    funkycarnivore

    Sep 16, 2000
    California, United States
    I'm not a big fan of the CS 60's--they seem to lack clarity. On the other hand, I was really surprised with the Ultra Jazz pickups that came stock on my Modulus Genesis VJ. I didn't think I would like them, but they seem to be pretty good approximations of a vintage Jazz without the hum. I think to come even closer, you might want to try a set of Fralins.

    Is there something specific you're trying to accomplish with the switch?
     
  3. Nov 2, 2001 #3
    AndersK2

    AndersK2

    Sep 11, 2000
    Well. better sound.. ha, ha.:D

    I have just changed my strings to new and found that this gave me back, much of the things I missed I the sound. The metalic, hard character disappeard and the deep soft bottom came back. The strings were worn out!
    So I am rather content with my sound at the moment, but still curious if I could get an even better sound, aren´t we all?
    I want a real deep, soft, thumpy bottom with even mids and highs with some bite when I want it.
    I use D'Addario XL170s, because I like the lack of metalic sound in them.
    So it would be nice to hear if someone have compared these pups.
    Cheers
     
  4. Nov 2, 2001 #4
    funkycarnivore

    funkycarnivore

    Sep 16, 2000
    California, United States
    Of course it's just my opinion, but I think that the UltraJazz do a better job of what you described than the CS 60's. I guess I just wasn't very impressed by those particular Fender pickups. On the other hand, when you mentioned your tonal "goal," I immediately thought Fralin.
     
  5. Nov 2, 2001 #5
    AndersK2

    AndersK2

    Sep 11, 2000
    Yeah, maybe I will stick to them for so long.
    Thanks.
    Perhaps a J-Retro would be more useful...:)
     
  6. Nov 5, 2001 #6
    AndersK2

    AndersK2

    Sep 11, 2000
    By the way Funkycarnivore, have you tried the Fralins?
     
  7. Nov 5, 2001 #7
    funkycarnivore

    funkycarnivore

    Sep 16, 2000
    California, United States
    Heh heh...I'm a big fan! My main recording bass was an American Standard Jazz with Fralins and it was incredible. I traded it away to get an Ashdown amp, which was a good move, but I still miss that bass. IMO, they are the best of the best. Lindy Fralin really knows what he's doing as far as the vintage thing.
     
  8. Nov 5, 2001 #8
    AndersK2

    AndersK2

    Sep 11, 2000
    FunkyC, I saw at your site the Ashdown gear.
    Do you think the Boxter would match a Mesa Diesel 1x15 ? The Mesa has a sensitivity of 103 dB.
    What I want to add is more volume, punch and clarity. And a small cab that is easier to carry than the Mesa. My amp is an ABM 300.
     
  9. Nov 5, 2001 #9
    funkycarnivore

    funkycarnivore

    Sep 16, 2000
    California, United States
    The Boxter is an incredible cab; very efficient and loud and deep. I don't think they're making it anymore--at least not for the U.S.--so that could be a problem.