NBD...I'm kinda pissed...what would you do?

[mrcbass]

Action should be adjustable - makes sure you can do so. Seems like the seller didn't look at it as close as you did. Since he's cooperative, figure out what it will take to make it right and negotiate a partial refund. If you're not comfortable soldering pots, factor in some tech time.

The alternative is to return it, which is likely not desirable for either party.

 

[Tosh]

It isn't something I know how to even begin doing. Do you think it would be expensive? As long as I've been playing, (over 30 years) it isn't something I've ever encountered.

The Unity Dyna Bass I bought last weekend needs a battery terminal connector (corroded), new strings, lowered action, truss rod set, cleaned pots. My local shop is doing it for about $90 (depending on the cost of the battery connector).

I suggest you keep the Modulus and have the repairs done by a reputable shop in your community.

 

[casualmadness]

Do these graphite necks have truss rods or some other adjustment process?

this one doesn't seem to have a truss rod.

 

[sleddogn]

I'd return or ask for a bit off. Seller IS responsible for return shipping if there is a defect or not described correctly. Reverb WILL be on your side.

 

[JKos]

this one doesn't seem to have a truss rod.

Is it not at the heel end by the Modulus label?

 

[fretno]

Deoxit , just a wee spray in each pot . Everyone should own a can
https://www.amazon.com/Hosa-D5S-6-D...vtargid=pla-382003658380&psc=1&language=en_US

 

[Mike Vee]

Dude UPS and FedEx are such A-holes. The amount of problems I've had with them just ion 2020 is mind-boggling.

I had a bass delivered the other day, FedEx tracking said delivered "left at front door" - yea it was, OF MY APT BUILDING OUTSIDE!! The chances of it not being stolen were so slim, I can't believe it was still there 5 hours later.

 

[Killed_by_Death]

Dude UPS and FedEx are such A-holes.

I can see the issue, you went to Dude UPS instead of the real-deal.

Not the point dude

It is a fair point however, just because an instrument costs more doesn't mean it's going to be set up how you prefer.

 

[ZedLepp]

Reason # 114 of why you should learn to setup your own instruments.

 

[MultiScaleMale]

Check the relief with a flat edge or even just a 1st/24th fret string. If that is off, return the bass at seller's expense. That can't be fixed since there is no truss rod. So, hopefully it just needs some tweaks on the saddles. You should. be able to swap the pots cheaply, so if that's all that is wrong, I'd keep it. The neck is the real question.

 

[casualmadness]

It is a fair point however, just because an instrument costs more doesn't mean it's going to be set up how you prefer.

No, it really isn't the point at all. Clearly you got your feathers ruffled because you feel like I took a shot at Squier; which I did not. My point was, you see a lot of cheap basses at GC with crazy high action becasue GC doesn't bother to do setups on their stuff that's hanging on the wall. If anything I took a shot at GC.

 

[JKos]

@casualmadness ,
Instead of worrying about KbD's post, have you measured the relief?

 

[Wesley R]

First off congrats, it looks cool, etc.
If the neck is good, do a set up, clean or replace pots, play and be happy.

 

[kalle74]

Check the amount of relief quickly. High action is an easy fix. A possibly bent-beyond-it's-range neck with no truss rod is not. Some graphite necks could go wonky in hot surroundings, and under string pull...

 

[sleddogn]

is what this forum is becoming, getting harder by the day to keep it

 

[Bass Momma]

It isn't something I know how to even begin doing. Do you think it would be expensive? As long as I've been playing, (over 30 years) it isn't something I've ever encountered.

I just had pots fixed as part of a whole bass setup(4-string Fender Jazz), and it set me back about $200, maybe $250.

 

[eastcoasteddie]

Fix it and drive on....

 

[casualmadness]

My feathers are not ruffled, I don't care about Squier. If you're going to be a goal-keeper for every post, I'm out!

Good!

 

[casualmadness]

@casualmadness ,
Instead of worrying about KbD's post, have you measured the relief?

So I put a straight edge on it. It looks fine to me. But the bridge looks like it's as low as it can go.

 

[nostatic]

Not all sellers have a clue about the details of their instrument, not all buyers insist on extensive photo documentation prior to purchase. Stuff happens.

As others have noted, if the bass will take a setup and you like how it sounds/plays, then just sort it out and move on. At some point hassling over the details becomes more work and stress than it is worth (my opinion, ymmv). As my dad used to say, "don't sweat the small stuff."

If however the bass *won't* take a setup, that is defective and then I'd be looking to reverse the transaction. Scratchy pots - I expect that as a possibility on any used instrument.