This being my first post, please forgive me if this sounds crazy. I currently play an ESP B154DX and I'm looking for options to upgrade it. I would like know if I can get more out of it. Would changing the pickups make a huge difference? I'm being told by the sound peeps where I play that it's "really low" when compared to others and I feel i'm getting "lost in the mix". Now I know the best upgrade would be a better bass and I am saving up for it, but for now thats a no go. Any advice would be appreciated.
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ESP b154DX pickup upgrades
- Thread starter cc21
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This bass has active circuitry. Changing pickups could be a real challenge for a novice.
If you're getting lost in the mix, try emphasizing the mid range. The bass has a three band EQ. Explore those possibilities before dipping into your savings to upgrade a guitar you intend to replace.
Another thought: If you are not going direct, the problem might be related to the amplifier.
If you're getting lost in the mix, try emphasizing the mid range. The bass has a three band EQ. Explore those possibilities before dipping into your savings to upgrade a guitar you intend to replace.
Another thought: If you are not going direct, the problem might be related to the amplifier.
