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Sorry to be confusing. It happens when I try to be clever. Too often, I fail. Ya think I'd learn something from that but, no...
Don't sweat it. I do some public speaking presentations on the side that have one foot firmly planted in the realm of "stand-up comedy". I know what it's like to think I'm being clever, but it simply doesn't land.
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You could use the tactic I've employed two or three times, buy a used Aerodyne, keep the neck and sell the body. I've never had a problem selling an Aerodyne body on the TalkBass Classifieds.
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Thanks for the replies on the settings. Here is my used dolphin grey aerodyne with characterful minor marks here and there, and a nice design touch on the knob panel but mostly sublime: don't know which strings came with it whatever fender stick on there but they aren't bad and will be better with some DR Sunbeams I suspect...could I get a number? First impressions are I may be staying for some time!
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Thanx, M-T-M. I was hoping that was a tactic to lower the neck cost, but I see bodies bring only $200 - $350 (before shipping costs). Subtract that from the used bass price of $600 or so (plus shipping) and I'm back to about a $400 net cost for a neck. But at least I wouldn't have to wait for one to come up on Stratosphere, so that could still be worthwhile. Thanx for the tip.You could use the tactic I've employed two or three times, buy a used Aerodyne, keep the neck and sell the body. I've never had a problem selling an Aerodyne body on the TalkBass Classifieds.
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I appreciate all the tips like this that folks share on TB. A lot of them, I go "Duh, that's obvious" but for some reason the obvious never comes to my silly mind. I'm kinda stupid that way (among all the other ways), so like I said, I appreciate it.
(Gratitude extended.) ;->
How about Japan only Aerodyne 2?
I want to upgrade the bridge but on the Aerodyne 2 they recessed it (and I don't want to shim the neck), has anyone upgraded an Aerodyne 2? Was also thinking about upgrading to EMG Geezer Butler Passive PJ Set with EMG knobs as the stock pickups are pretty soft. Has anyone had experiences with upgrading a 2?
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Wha-zat? I see the "II" on the headstock, but ... wha-zat?
Someone in the know: Clue please.
As for the bridge, I'd just buy something that had a larger footprint, and either make a shim to fill the cavity out of wood or not.
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I think the Bold items are the only differences
Specifications
- Model Name: Made in Japan Aerodyne II Jazz Bass®, Rosewood Fingerboard, Black
- Model: #5290400306
- Series: AERODYNE II
- Country Of Origin: JP
- Color: Black
- Body: Alder
- Body Finish: Polyester
- Body Shape: Jazz Bass®
- Neck Material: Maple
- Neck Finish: Satin Urethane with Matched Headcap
- Neck Shape: Slim "C"
- Scale Length: 34" (86.36 cm)
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Fingerboard Radius: 9.5" (241 mm)
- Number of Frets: 20
- Frets Size: Medium Jumbo
- String Nut: Bone
- Nut Width: 1.5" (38.1 mm)
- Position Inlays: White Dot
- Bridge Pickup: Standard Single-Coil Jazz Bass®
- Middle Pickup: Standard Split Single-Coil Precision Bass®
- Controls: Volume 1. (Neck Pickup), Volume 2. (Bridge Pickup), Master Tone
- Pickup Switching: None
- Pickup Configuration: PJ
- Bridge: 4-Saddle Standard
- Hardware Finish: Chrome
- Tuning Machines: Standard Open-Gear
- Pickguard: 3-Ply Black
- Control Knobs: Chrome Skirted
- Strings: Nickel Plated Steel (.045-.105 Gauges)
- Dimensions: 4.40x17.60x50.00 IN
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I was worried it would cause me to have to shim the neck also and then I would lose my really low action this bass has. Plays amazing.
Why do you want to change it if it plays amazing?
'Tis a damn good question...basically, "If it ain't broke, why fix it?"
I may be in the minority, but having tinkered and experimented with a lot of gadgets and doodads, I've found that some "upgrades" aren't compatible with this-or-that instrument. For example, I once tried installing a row of single-rail bridges onto a Projekt bass. I'd seen them on several high-end basses, they looked cool and I was intrigued by the concept of eliminating "cross-talk between saddles" (...whatever the hell that means!
).After an exhaustive effort of multiple measurements and nerve-wracking drilling, I finally got them in place to my satisfaction. Unfortunately, after stringing it up, I found out the saddles were so low to the body that no amount of raising them up could eliminate the ferocious amount of string-buzz I was getting. So, back to a chunkier, medium-high mass bridge I went...lighter in wallet, but richer in knowledge and experience.
I don't know what kind of bridge you're looking to install, I wouldn't be surprised if the opposite happens with a bridge that sits on top of the bridge route. Between the higher seating, and possibly a thicker base-plate, you might never be able to get your desired string-height without bottoming out the saddles.
It's finally nice to see some others with an imported Aerodyne II. I absolutely love mine.
I too was not happy with the bridge. Seems to be the one weak spot on these. I am pretty particular on setup, and I was not getting what I wanted. The routed cavity makes it virtually impossible to find a drop in replacement.
I had an old American Deluxe bridge lying around from another bass I upgraded. The light bulb went off when I realized I could use the saddles from the AD on the Aerodyne. I took the cheap ones out and put the AD saddles in. Big difference. Not in tone, but in stability and accuracy in how the string goes over the saddle.
Worked great! I would still like to find a drop in no mod aftermarket high mass bridge to see what that does for this bass, but until then, I am very happy with what I have. Pics to follow.
I too was not happy with the bridge. Seems to be the one weak spot on these. I am pretty particular on setup, and I was not getting what I wanted. The routed cavity makes it virtually impossible to find a drop in replacement.
I had an old American Deluxe bridge lying around from another bass I upgraded. The light bulb went off when I realized I could use the saddles from the AD on the Aerodyne. I took the cheap ones out and put the AD saddles in. Big difference. Not in tone, but in stability and accuracy in how the string goes over the saddle.
Worked great! I would still like to find a drop in no mod aftermarket high mass bridge to see what that does for this bass, but until then, I am very happy with what I have. Pics to follow.
Oh yeah, as to pick ups, I LOVE these stock MIJ ones. They have an edginess that I really like. Still very fender, but not vintage Fender. Great rock tone.
For those of you who also have a II, what do you like or dislike about yours?
For those of you who also have a II, what do you like or dislike about yours?
Thanks for the details on your upgrading of the Bridge, I'll talk with my local Luthier. Yeah I measured and none of the aftermarket fit in the pocket.
An Aerodyne P Bass in amber as appeared on Reverb.
2008 Fender AERODYNE Precision Bass Crafted in Japan Natural w/FLAME TOP cij | Reverb
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2008 Fender AERODYNE Precision Bass Crafted in Japan Natural w/FLAME TOP cij | Reverb
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