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#50,061
AB Nate said:
hmm just caught onto the .125 currently I do appreciate a larger B. (.127-.130)
Been thing a thicker C is something to explore as well. .036-.038.ish.
The lighter gauges definitely have their place, hey @singlemalt :bassist:
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That is why the set that Jason developed with Dunlop has a .130. However that .125 speaks just as clearly! We are talking a few pounds difference in tension at best.

And yes, on a Multi Scale, using a thicker string for the High-C is actually ideal since the scale is shorter 33.25", it helps give it more tension. a .032 or .034 is ideal. Even a .035.

Fodera makes a set: .035 .050 .070 .085 .110 .135 which is particularly nice on a Dingwall if you are tuning down a half step or even a whole step. (Bb or A standard)
 
#50,062
Paajanenae said:
When you say they're not designed for fanned fret basses, are you talking about the gauges, the winding or the different string-to-string tensions they're going to sit at when tuned to pitch on a multi-scale?

I'm wondering because the I've seen Sheldon comment on this a lot here, but never really explain what it is that makes those unsuitable for fanned fret instruments. If it's mainly the wrong string gauges, that should be easy to avoid by buying single strings and picking the right gauges?
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Multiscale strings have been designed to have equal tone and equal tension on all strings at the scale lengths they will be strung at. Mono scale strings have been optimized to work at 34” scale. They will feel very heavy on the lower strings of a multiscale.

Matching gauges will get you close but is not the whole story as the core to wrap ratio varies between manufacturers. This ratio affects tone and tension as well. This is why the same gauges from two different manufactures feel and sound different.
 
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#50,067
Derek Williams said:
Oh man, that John Taylor signature! With a Neve preamp? It's going to be hard to pass up on that one.

Thanks for doing this interview Ivan!
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Thanks for watching! That Neve preamp sure is tempting!
 
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#50,069
Sheldon D. said:
Multiscale strings have been designed to have equal tone and equal tension on all strings at the scale lengths they will be strung at. Mono scale strings have been optimized to work at 34” scale. They will feel very heavy on the lower strings of a multiscale.

Matching gauges will get you close but is not the whole story as the core to wrap ratio varies between manufacturers. This ratio affects tone and tension as well. This is why the same gauges from two different manufactures feel and sound different.
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Thank you! I had an inkling something like this was the case :) I've been experimenting with different gauges from DR Strings on my 4-string and their .075 seemed to have a harsher top end than the other strings in my tuning. I'm ordering a .080 to see if that has the same issues.
 
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Does anyone else's NG2 tend to "clip" or "distort" if you play hard?

I find if my volume knob is set to max and I'm in either the left/clockwise (looking down from playing POS) most (neck PU?) Or second from (Parallel? Both PU?), essentially all the way forward I will get distortion if I play harder, particularly if I am on my upstroke or a harder finger pluck. Problem is exacerbated in Active mode.

Should be noted I get this on all settings if I play harder, it's just most noticeable on the parallel(?) setting. If I roll the volume off a bit it tends to go away.

Is this normal? If not is it more of a setup issue or a warranty-esque issue?

Appreciate anyone else's anecdotes.
 
#50,073
Mexay said:
Does anyone else's NG2 tend to "clip" or "distort" if you play hard?

I find if my volume knob is set to max and I'm in either the left/clockwise (looking down from playing POS) most (neck PU?) Or second from (Parallel? Both PU?), essentially all the way forward I will get distortion if I play harder, particularly if I am on my upstroke or a harder finger pluck. Problem is exacerbated in Active mode.

Should be noted I get this on all settings if I play harder, it's just most noticeable on the parallel(?) setting. If I roll the volume off a bit it tends to go away.

Is this normal? If not is it more of a setup issue or a warranty-esque issue?

Appreciate anyone else's anecdotes.
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Are you smacking the pickup with the string? Maybe lower the bass side and see if it still happens
 
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Mexay said:
Does anyone else's NG2 tend to "clip" or "distort" if you play hard?

I find if my volume knob is set to max and I'm in either the left/clockwise (looking down from playing POS) most (neck PU?) Or second from (Parallel? Both PU?), essentially all the way forward I will get distortion if I play harder, particularly if I am on my upstroke or a harder finger pluck. Problem is exacerbated in Active mode.

Should be noted I get this on all settings if I play harder, it's just most noticeable on the parallel(?) setting. If I roll the volume off a bit it tends to go away.

Is this normal? If not is it more of a setup issue or a warranty-esque issue?

Appreciate anyone else's anecdotes.
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Just to cover all the bases, when’s the last time you changed the battery? You’ll start to lose headroom when the battery is on its way out.

Also, are you sure it’s the bass that is clipping? Could it be whatever you have it plugged into?
 
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J R Knots said:
Thanks Ivan.

Fantastic interview!!!

Great questions.

Loved the question about future Import models (Super P and J). … sounds promising. Hopefully this will happen some day. :hyper:

Roasted necks :woot:.

This leaves us wanting more.

Great job Ivan. :thumbsup:
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Glad to hear you guys enjoyed the vid :)
 
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