Next year I'm going to high school and joining the jazz ensemble. The band has only had an electric bass player so the teacher is really excited about having a DB player. Now since they're getting a bass they don't have any pickups. I never chose a pickup so i need help finding a good pickup.
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Double Bass GOOD PICKUP?
- Thread starter GreenDolphin232
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For that application I would recommend something sturdy, inexpensive, and removable. K&K would be my recommendation.
True, but the bridge's wing must have the correct shape to accomodate the K&K. (be flat and the correct distance)
I've seen many bridges where the wing doesn't have a flat surface. (Bausch model?)
A Fishman BP-100, although I don't like it, is more likely to fit a the first try, and is removeable too.
And he's likely to find one used at a good price in the classifieds forum.
I've seen many bridges where the wing doesn't have a flat surface. (Bausch model?)
A Fishman BP-100, although I don't like it, is more likely to fit a the first try, and is removeable too.
And he's likely to find one used at a good price in the classifieds forum.
The K&K Double Big Twin is not very invasive; it just sticks onto the bridge with double sided goop, and sounds good. Less than a hundred bucks, minus preamp.
Come on, every player has to start with a BP100! That's how we learn what not to like in a pick up. Thin sound, no bottom end, and easy to get feedback. What more could you want???
But seriously: all the good, inexpensive pick ups require some work to install, but the Realist is not that big of a deal. Loosen the strings a bit and slide it under the bridge foot. Worth the effort. Cost is about $175 I think.
But seriously: all the good, inexpensive pick ups require some work to install, but the Realist is not that big of a deal. Loosen the strings a bit and slide it under the bridge foot. Worth the effort. Cost is about $175 I think.
