Modulus Mob

[PMagers]

2001 Flea5: 10.2lbs
2009 FU5: 9.5lbs

 

[inthebassclef]

This would definitely be an interesting poll to see how much each persons Mod weights (I guess by model as well)

 

[loveandbass]

 

[elgecko]

VP - 9lb 6oz
Q5 - 9lb 3oz
VJ - 7lb 8oz

 

[loveandbass]

Surprised the P is that much heavier than the J

Alder VS ash?

 

[elgecko]

Surprised the P is that much heavier than the J

Alder VS ash?

The P is alder (Fender MIJ). The J is paulwonia (Guitar Fetish). The J previously had an alder body and weighed in at 9lbs 14oz, enough to make me swap out the body.

 

[iriegnome]

So are those the replacement necks we used to be able to buy? I have a VJ but it is the genesis 4 neck. I have a Warmoth Dinky P White Korina body on it. Carved arch top!!

 

[loveandbass]

Ok so i opened up the m92 and noticed a couple dip switches on the preamp (most likely a basic emg BTS)

Who has the skinny on dip switch settings? I think this m92 is incredibly bright... Almost too bright, even with the treble rolled all the way back

 

[iriegnome]

I do not, but I am sure a pic would help.. Also, I did not notice if your M92 has EMG or Barts?

 

[elgecko]

So are those the replacement necks we used to be able to buy? I have a VJ but it is the genesis 4 neck. I have a Warmoth Dinky P White Korina body on it. Carved arch top!!

The neck on the P came from an actual VJ that I used to have. I picked up the J's neck on Ebay.

 

[BruceWane]

Ok so i opened up the m92 and noticed a couple dip switches on the preamp (most likely a basic emg BTS)

Who has the skinny on dip switch settings? I think this m92 is incredibly bright... Almost too bright, even with the treble rolled all the way back

The DIP switches change the frequency center of the treble control.

Both on = 2.1KHz
1 on, 2 off = 3.5KHz
1 off, 2 on = 4.5KHz
both off = 7.0KHz

These values are for the older style EMG EQ systems that used solder connections. The newer systems that have "quick connect" style plugs are a little different; EMG has the specs for those on their web site. I assume your M92 is old enough to be the older solder style system.

 

[sleepy_monkey]

didn't someone mention the Chinese rip off's of Modulus? Did anyone see those on that site?
Did anyone happen to catch this on the bay??
Modulus Q5 Quantum 5 String Fretless Bass Guitar Graphite Neck Lined Fretless 889406053496 | eBay

Geez I hate not having the app. I don't get any notifications when someone posts here. Someone has to fix that quick.

Back to the quote....here Ya go. Fake Modulus.

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[loveandbass]

Those things are turrible


That bridge seems really far up, no?

 

[sleepy_monkey]

They would pass to someone that wasn't familiar. The logo looks pretty generic.

 

[Bassman8416]

Hey there mob members. I just purchased a 95 Q5, it has the older bridge on there. Anybody recommend a really nice replacement. i am actually going with all black hardware. So knob and tuner advice would be great as well. Here is a pic:

 

[Ballin'bass]

I love my vj4 with the Babicz Full Contact bridge. Really well designed.

Babicz Full Contact Hardware - With "eCAM" Saddle Technology from Babicz - FCH 4 String Bass Bridge

 

[bubba-b]

Hey there mob members. I just purchased a 95 Q5, it has the older bridge on there. Anybody recommend a really nice replacement. i am actually going with all black hardware. So knob and tuner advice would be great as well. Here is a pic:

are you looking for fixed or fully-adjustable saddles?

for fixed saddles, i'd suggest a hipshot b-style bridge (.669) which is 17mm (modulus spacing). that's what i use on most of my gould's and modulii.

for fully adjustable saddles, i'd suggest either a hipshot a-style bridge (.669) or an abm bridge. i have a gold abm en route to swap out my black abm.

you also have a choice of material between aluminum and brass.

installing them is a whole 'nother post/rant!

in regards to tuners, i prefer hipshot ultralites (seriously, not a paid endorser! 8p) but am digging on gotoh res-o-lite's also.

knobs are a plenty here in the 'accessories' page or on evilbay.

good luck!

 

[Bassman8416]

I definitely want to fixed with 17mm spacing. Those ABM's look nice but at $240 I will go with a hipshot.

 

[Bipslapper]

All parts maybe? That's where I got my stacked knobs for my 2004 Sienna Q5. Good call on the black hardware choice; I think most basses look best with black hardware, but I am biased. Good luck.

Hey there mob members. I just purchased a 95 Q5, it has the older bridge on there. Anybody recommend a really nice replacement. i am actually going with all black hardware. So knob and tuner advice would be great as well. Here is a pic:

 

[MattLplaysBass]

The Fleas/FU4's are coming out of hiding on the 'bay, for everyone looking (none are mine, sadly- that green one is sweet!)