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Double Bass Pickup for American Standard

#3
On my NS Cleveland laminated, I think a David Gage Realist sounds best to my ears. I've also had a Bass Max (with and without a Golden Bullet mic) and a Revolution Solo on this bass. Two things to consider, what the bass sounds like without a pickup (is that the sound you're trying to reproduce?) and what is your amp setup. A lot of factors go into deciding which pickup (or mic) to use, and most of it is trial and error. Good luck, and you've definitely come to the right place for advice. Also check out the newbie links at the top of this forum, search using the name of almost any pickup and you'll find a lively discussion.

-JK
 
#5
jlilley said:
I'm shopping for a pickup for my American Standard (I hate the BP-100 that came on it) and was curious what other American Standard or New Standard owners have found best brings out the character of their basses.

Thanks,
John
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John,

I don't know what type of music you are playing (arco or pizz) but I'm using a Realist on my older American Standard and a K & K Bass Max on my other one. I'm sending these signals to a GK MB 150 and then micing the bass amp with a Shure Beta 52.

I DO have to dial in the sound in each place, but I'm satisfied with the sound I'm getting from both basses. BTW, both basses are strung with gut strings.

Hope this helps,
 
#7
I have a c.1950 Am. Standard and the regular Underwood does fine. It may not be as accurate a sound as you may be looking for, but it does what I need for a loud situation without feedback. I usually have it set without the g-side in for a fatter sound. I've heard some of these which are rather loud acoustically don't amplify quite as well, so your usage may vary. Also, the better your soundpost and bridge quality and fit, the better it will amplify.

Ike
 
#8
My '60s American Standard has worn an Underwood most of the time. I've also had some luck with a BassMax, but it depends on what sound I'm after.

Tried a Realist, but it sounded kinda dead in the middle of the E string...probably more the bass than the pickup, but the Underwood's emphasis on string sound helps out with this problem.
 

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