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Kala UBass Megathread, Part 4
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Just put SRs on my s-u-b.
Immediately reached for the talcum powder.
Ten minutes of playing and the fret dents are starting.
So in those respects, little change from TGs.
But I'm loving the increased tension, which let me lower the action, the tone, and the sust-a-a-a-a-a-i-n-n-n-n.
Immediately reached for the talcum powder.
Ten minutes of playing and the fret dents are starting.
So in those respects, little change from TGs.
But I'm loving the increased tension, which let me lower the action, the tone, and the sust-a-a-a-a-a-i-n-n-n-n.
Just put SRs on my s-u-b.
But I'm loving the increased tension, which let me lower the action, the tone, and the sust-a-a-a-a-a-i-n-n-n-n.
So are the Silver Rumblers tighter than the Thunderguts?
My E string rattles slightly at the first fret when I dig in, but that's because the action is nice and low. If the SRs are a little tighter, that would be a simple solution. Plus, I wouldn't mind a black(ish) string to the white TGs.
Everyone's mileage will vary, since people seem to perceive different things at different times. But ...
I wouldn't call the SRs higher tension. I would bet they are close to or identical to the tension of the SRs.
They are Awesome on my fretless acoustic, but, nah, I'm not perceiving more tension.
Of course, if more than a few people think one or more of the strings Need more tension, we should have that discussion, because I Do believe that can be dialed in for future generations of the string.
Personally, I will hope for a minor change in the G someday. I'd like to see the G thicker.
I wouldn't call the SRs higher tension. I would bet they are close to or identical to the tension of the SRs.
They are Awesome on my fretless acoustic, but, nah, I'm not perceiving more tension.
Of course, if more than a few people think one or more of the strings Need more tension, we should have that discussion, because I Do believe that can be dialed in for future generations of the string.
Personally, I will hope for a minor change in the G someday. I'd like to see the G thicker.
Folks - one message about our UBass world.
We are not playing a bass made by one of the massive - and out of touch - manufacturers. We are playing a special bass made by a very special company - who is absolutely, positively listening to feedback and always striving to take it to the next level.
If you have concrete thoughts on ideas about the strings - or the bass itself - that can be done better, speak up. I'm pretty sure the message will get to Kala.
We are not playing a bass made by one of the massive - and out of touch - manufacturers. We are playing a special bass made by a very special company - who is absolutely, positively listening to feedback and always striving to take it to the next level.
If you have concrete thoughts on ideas about the strings - or the bass itself - that can be done better, speak up. I'm pretty sure the message will get to Kala.
I can't remember if I posted this before. But, for those interested in UBass strings, ya gotta see and hear this:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jy_Ar4qG97I&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jy_Ar4qG97I&feature=related
Solid body player looking for more upright tones?
I'm an acoustic player looking for more sold body electric tones.
I'm bonding with my SUB, and I'd like a second as a backup.
Want to trade your SUB for my fretless acoustic?
PM me.
I'm an acoustic player looking for more sold body electric tones.
I'm bonding with my SUB, and I'd like a second as a backup.
Want to trade your SUB for my fretless acoustic?
PM me.
After getting my Sub back from Kala, and now back to sounding fantastic, I'm feeling the temptation to defret..
Anyone who's done it, any tips you have for getting the frets out? What have you used to fill the slots?
Anyone who's done it, any tips you have for getting the frets out? What have you used to fill the slots?
My U-Bass Wish List
1. A solid-body U-Bass with an LP-style shape.
2. CGDA strings for the acoustic.
3. BEAD strings for the acoustic.
4. Second strap button already installed.
5. Arch-top acoustic with f-holes
I would want an option to use a strap, yes!
But pre-installed? Where?
Both my thumbs are long, also compared to my big hands.
My Martin Backpacker guitar (old style, steel strings) has a strap button placed centrally on the rear of the neck near the heel. It gets in the way for my thumb, when playing the higher frets.
And no, I dont have a good suggestion about where to place such button. On the rear of the heel might cause problems in the case/bag and also for players, when lightly clad. And then the button has to sit at some distance from any edge to avoid the wood splitting.
Klaus
But pre-installed? Where?
Both my thumbs are long, also compared to my big hands.
My Martin Backpacker guitar (old style, steel strings) has a strap button placed centrally on the rear of the neck near the heel. It gets in the way for my thumb, when playing the higher frets.
And no, I dont have a good suggestion about where to place such button. On the rear of the heel might cause problems in the case/bag and also for players, when lightly clad. And then the button has to sit at some distance from any edge to avoid the wood splitting.
Klaus
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It's not rocket science!
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MiniMoose234 said:
My U-bass frets came out very easily! A pair of sharp chisels are arguably the best way to get a fret started out without tearing lots of rosewood chips up. Push the chisels on opposing side of the fret simultaneously, as the chisels push under the fret- they also compress the rosewood down and help to keep it from chipping. Once the frets are loose & pulled up a bit, fret pullers work great!
I used hardwood veneer, but any sandable filler material that wont shrink is good as a fret filler. I dont recommend wood filler type products for this project, unless you plan on sealing the fretboard for some reason.
From pages ago:
Well,... finally de-fretted my Spruce!
As I expected, this was by far the easiest de-fret I've ever done! Didn't need any heat & the small tangs and barbs came out very cleanly! Very easy, I wish every guitar was like this.
I used a piece of ash veneer for the filler material. I think it turned out pretty great! There was a little bit of dark-grain in the ash in a few spots, but it adds some cool character.
Only tools I needed were the fret pullers (these were about $5.00 from a garage sale & ground flat) and two chisels:
All gone! Took about 15 minutes.
Cutting down the ash veneer, widening the slots, glue-in & then planing/sanding took a couple of hours:
Well worth the effort! Sounds great. Same tone, but you can cop a little more of the upright-like vibe from it.
The tuning in fifths is an interesting concept.
Pretty far off the beaten path, though, for a commercial enterprise.
You might have to experiment with every size and tension of your beloved pahoeoes to find a good combination.
Five-string pahoeoes no good?
My god, how thick would a B string need to be?
I'd think it would have to be as fat as a pencil.
You'll happily savage a fretboard with nail clippers, but you balk at drilling one tiny hole precisely where you prefer it?
You'd rather have cheap labor in China do it for you?
Good quality talc powder IS the answer for TGs and SRs.
Throwing it around like an Olympic gymnast is not necessary.
I use these little talc bags, much neater and handier.
If Kala were smart they'd include one with each set of strings.
Life size photo:
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Here's the deal:
I live five minutes from a commercial billiard supply house.
I can mail a two or three of these to anybody for a few bucks.
They should last a lifetime. I'm happy to do it. Send me a PM.
Or order them yourself here: http://www.muellers.com/Hand-Talc,2709.html
Yes, those small child labor hands are smaller and more precise for placing strap buttons. That, and I just don't have any on hand at home, with no music stores nearby, and I'll be damned if I am going to pay $3 to have a 50 cent strap button mailed to me.
I have selective laziness.
That, and I just don't have any on hand at home, with no music stores nearby, and I'll be damned if I am going to pay $3 to have a 50 cent strap button mailed to me. I have selective laziness.
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