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Match for Bart b-axis In J/MM setup?

Discussion in 'Pickups & Electronics [BG]' started by ShawnG, Jun 7, 2020.

  1. Jun 7, 2020 #1
    ShawnG

    ShawnG Gold Supporting Member

    May 2, 2020
    Ft Worth, TX
    Wondering if anyone has used a Bart b-axis as their neck pickup in J/MM configured bass? If so, what MM pickup are you using? The Bart MMs are too polite, IMO, looking for something that will be a good tonal/even-output match for the b-axis.
    This will be going into an MTD Heir and I plan to drop in a 5-knob East Uni-Pre to run it. I’ve been considering keeping the MIK MM pickup that came with the bass (It’s a Bart design and should be an ok match for the b-axis), it isn’t bad, but I’m wondering if upgraded pre-amp will expose it’s shortcomings when paired up with the other components.
    Any assistance, experience or suggestions will be most appreciated!
     
  2. Jun 7, 2020 #2
    BassinCT

    BassinCT …still tuning… Supporting Member

    Jun 17, 2006
    Connecticut, USA
    I have a 4-knob uni-pre and the ability to balance the levels may do the trick in this situation. I would keep the Bart MM with the East pre, and see how tweaking the individual levels work for you.

    If you want something with a different character, Nordstrand’s take on the MM is worth a try.