Modulus Mob

[Lesfunk]

I found one in New York. If you'd like I can pass along the info to ypu

 

[SuperFunkyPete]

I found one in New York. If you'd like I can pass along the info to ypu

Yes please - You have a PM. Or you will in a minute!

 

[BassOliverB]

Can i quickly hear what strings you use on your Mods? I have been using GHS Flea Signature strings on my FU4, but they tend to die in very short time. (No wonder that Flea change strings every time he goes on a gig) I like the 'Flea Sound' but I wish that my strings would stay alive longer.
I do like the sound from DR strings but I'm not sure what DR strings will sound good with the graphite neck. I'd imagine that for example, the Hi-Beams will be too bright.
What are your opinions?

 

[Art Araya]

DR Sunbeams. Happiest ive been about my strings in a long time.

Hi Beams are OK but are brighter and more tension.

 

[iriegnome]

I use D'Addario Xl-170-5's Extra Long (for the 35" scale). Used them for years and years. I really like them. Probably too lazy to try anything else though too.. Just being honest.

 

[elgecko]

DR Lo Riders complement the naturally bright neck IMO.

 

[BassOliverB]

Does more tension add more punch into the sound, if I off course strike the strings hard? And does the lo-riders have equally amount of tension as the Hi-beams?

 

[BassOliverB]

DR Lo Riders complement the naturally bright neck IMO.

That's the strings I've considered to try.

 

[PMagers]

Does anyone have experience bolting a Modulus neck onto a non-Modulus body? I've got a 2001 Flea 5 MM, would love to try that neck on a JJ configured body (and a lighter body). I'm wondering about fit / model and what neck pocket modification may be needed. I searched but didn't find much. Thanks.

 

[BassOliverB]

Does anyone have experience bolting a Modulus neck onto a non-Modulus body? I've got a 2001 Flea 5 MM, would love to try that neck on a JJ configured body (and a lighter body). I'm wondering about fit / model and what neck pocket modification may be needed. I searched but didn't find much. Thanks.

The neck pocket should be big enough. The only problem is that the fender Jazz bass only has 20 frets. The Modulus has 22, which means a longer neck. So my answer is: No I don't THINK that it will work out. But you can always try ;-)

 

[Black Bart]

IIRC didn't Modulus use to sell replacement Jazz necks? The only thing I could see being an 'issue' would possibly be drilling out the top of the screw holes on the back so that the bolt heads could catch the neck threads enough and sit flush in the body.

 

[Black Bart]

As far as strings go, used to be EB Cobalts, way too bright and grew tired of the increased tension. I have switched to balanced sets from Kalium Strings (Circle K) - just bright enough, but bring the warmth as well.

@Hidesert - very nice Q4!

 

[BassOliverB]

As far as strings go, used to be EB Cobalts, way too bright and grew tired of the increased tension. I have switched to balanced sets from Kalium Strings (Circle K) - just bright enough, but bring the warmth as well.

@Hidesert - very nice Q4!

But does the increased tension provide more punch?

 

[Bipslapper]

I use D'Addario Xl-170-5's Extra Long (for the 35" scale). Used them for years and years. I really like them. Probably too lazy to try anything else though too.. Just being honest.

Me too. Although I do like the DR strings. I find that the brightness of my Modulus basses is fairly strong in the low riders contain that somewhat.

 

[Black Bart]

Me too. Although I do like the DR strings. I find that the brightness of my Modulus basses is fairly strong in the low riders contain that somewhat.

That's another reason I stopped using Cobalts on the Modulus - zing city!

 

[elgecko]

Does more tension add more punch into the sound, if I off course strike the strings hard? And does the lo-riders have equally amount of tension as the Hi-beams?

Lo-Riders have noticeably more tension than Hi-Beams. I don't know if it's due to the tension, but they're also punchier and more full to my ears compared to the Hi-Beams.

 

[elgecko]

Does anyone have experience bolting a Modulus neck onto a non-Modulus body? I've got a 2001 Flea 5 MM, would love to try that neck on a JJ configured body (and a lighter body). I'm wondering about fit / model and what neck pocket modification may be needed. I searched but didn't find much. Thanks.

I've put VJ necks on a Fender P body and a Signature J body with no modifications. In fact, I bought a new J body and don't expect any complications.

 

[elgecko]

The neck pocket should be big enough. The only problem is that the fender Jazz bass only has 20 frets. The Modulus has 22, which means a longer neck. So my answer is: No I don't THINK that it will work out. But you can always try ;-)

The 22nd fret is on an overhang. The intonation bolts must on my basses to compensate for the 21st fret.

 

[Hidesert]

Thanks B.Bart. Tell me about Delano pickups. I think that I'd like to try upgrading with them and an appropriate preamp.

String wise, I am still experimenting.
The most recent Q4 came with new Rotosounds. Not my cup of tea. It's now got DR Sunbeams which are fantastic. I've used a variety of. Others, primarilynickel roundwounds.

Can anybody identify that pre in the pic I posted a page or two back?

 

[Hidesert]

Hey Sleepy M. I use a Genz Benz Streamliner thru a pair of AE series Bergantino cabs for most needs. I also use an Ashdown ABM 500 thru either an
Epifani T310 (easy to move) or a Berg HT322 (heavy and large).
I also have a 70's era blackline SVT that remains unmatched, cab-wise.
Love the Berg cabs! The Epifani is extremely warm sounding and matches up well with the EMG equipped Q's,which I think is what you prefer.