I can see why people don't notice the high cut between trad. and bright, but humbucking compared to the single coil modes I really don't see how people don't notice.
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Yep, that's what I wanted to see.
I wasn't sure if there was any cut going on, or if it was just three versions of coil-splitting. Turns out it's just two coil configurations and a treble-cut.
I think that in order to hear changes in all sorts of bass stuff, not just this, you have to play a lot louder than I typically do at home. I also think the excessive brightness of new roundwounds tends to bury a lot of tonal subtlety.
You are correct, haha. I checked and its on page 48 or 49, and I think Diogenes posted it. but its sounds like youve got it figured out anyway
I use the ATK1000C case as well and not only does it fit everything wonderfully, but it smells great too, well at least I love the smell of it 
Did you know the first ATK's were designed and made by Dave Bunker, one of the U.S. most respected builders? His trademark "Tension-Free" necks are unique in the industry. The only other necks built like that are the ones made by Treker (founded by one of Dave Bunker's son) and Bevilaqua (who worked with Bunker during a decade).
As you can see, I'm a fan of Bunker basses, and I have seen pictures of the Ibanez ATK with the classic mark of bunker: twin fretboard dots, brass nut, separate headpiece, 5-piece maple/walnut neck, and the little hole in the side of the neck for adjusting the neck relief.
My question is if late-model ATK still have the Tension-free neck, or if Ibanez opted for using a more traditional neck. Any Helpers?
As you can see, I'm a fan of Bunker basses, and I have seen pictures of the Ibanez ATK with the classic mark of bunker: twin fretboard dots, brass nut, separate headpiece, 5-piece maple/walnut neck, and the little hole in the side of the neck for adjusting the neck relief.
My question is if late-model ATK still have the Tension-free neck, or if Ibanez opted for using a more traditional neck. Any Helpers?
Anyone have a decent wiring diagram for these? After strings, a set up and flipping the pickup, I've decided I really like mine, but I never use the bright setting. I want to reqire the switch to go single w/treble roll, series, parellel. I think a series setting would be very nice here, much more so than the bright setting.
Ibaneze doesn't have a wiring diagram on their site, and I'm not sure what leads are connecting to what, given that there is a phantom coil in there.
Ibaneze doesn't have a wiring diagram on their site, and I'm not sure what leads are connecting to what, given that there is a phantom coil in there.
I posted Link Removed a few posts back...at the bottom is a wiring diagram. Keep us informed with what you do...that is something I too was curious about doing...
I know what you mean. Between my 750 and my 300 I can definitely hear a difference. The 750 sounds more clacky and clear, more true to what I hear acoustically, while the 300 sounds more growly and barky, less natural. I think I like the tone of the 300 better on single coil mode compared to the 750's same mode. The neck pickup makes up for it though.
Yeah those are only in the early US built one, I think perhaps there were some Japanese ones made to the same/similar design too. The US ones seem to be quite rare though, I'd like to know how many were actually made, can imagine the people with them don't really wanna sell them either...
I saw that, but that doesn't match what is in my 700. THe Switch and PCB are different, and I've only got 4 leads coming out of the pickup. I'll look again, maybe some are insulated together...but I don't think so.
They don't have the 'Tension-Free' necks so I assume they have traditional truss rods. IMHO Bunker's design was an interesting concept but after it's initial release I think the hype died down for a reason. I still think a better alternative is a dual action truss rod. The best option I've seen was a truss rod design used on an old Lotus headless bass I have. It's a c-channel rod with anchors on both ends and a threaded rod running down the length of the channel. It's compact, stout, 'modular', easy to install since only a channel needs to be routed down the entire length of the neck, doesn't stress the neck like a conventional truss rod and is extremely effective in adjusting relief.
The Bunker made ones were considered, "custom shop" and were made in very low #s. Under 500 pieces each, in each color & string configuration. I'm lucky enough to own one of these beauties & Dave was a big help in the restoration of that bass. It was a mess when I got it.
Verdict is in - Dropped some rotosounds on it and BLAM it kills - LOVE IT
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Heres the link at MF - Searching for ATK700 = No Hits
This link had a add to cart yesterday for a natural, which I had an old friend jump on immediately
http://bass-guitars.musiciansfriend.com/product?sku=511829X
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Heres the link at MF - Searching for ATK700 = No Hits
This link had a add to cart yesterday for a natural, which I had an old friend jump on immediately
http://bass-guitars.musiciansfriend.com/product?sku=511829X
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