Double Bass Metropolitan #6425 endpin + Gaines Wheel

[ablumley]

Does anyone using a #6425 endpin socket + drumstick have any information regarding compatibility with a Gaines wheel?

Since the socket accepts any 5/8" tube, I assume the 5/8" pin for the Gaines would work but I'm wondering if the small plate inside would present any complications (ie. falling out when swapping wheel for pin).

Thanks for any input...

 

[SAlcott]

Decide which side you're gonna lay your bass down on when you replace the stick with the wheel and have your luthier rotate the endpin socket so the thumbscrew is facing down. That way, the little plate won't fall out. Also, get a few extras, as they usually fall out at the most inopportune times.

 

[ablumley]

Thanks!

Were you able to buy the plates directly from Metropolitan?

 

[SAlcott]

I've not had that endpin on a bass for a long time; your luthier can probably get the plates if you can't. Also, as I recall, when it fell out, it usually went into the bass.

 

[Jake deVilliers]

I've not had that endpin on a bass for a long time; your luthier can probably get the plates if you can't. Also, as I recall, when it fell out, it usually went into the bass.

Yup - and its brass, so non-magnetic...

 

[SAlcott]

Yup-you have to pick up the bass and shake it.

 

[Jake deVilliers]

Yup-you have to pick up the bass and shake it.

Mmm, no. I use a mechanic's claw but yes, its a drag...

 

[SAlcott]

It works OK w/ two people-onlookers find it entertaining as well.

 

[Jake deVilliers]

It works OK w/ two people-onlookers find it entertaining as well.