Sadowsky Soapbars vs Norstrand Big Singles

[jmeyers44]

Hello Sadowsky Fans,

I was fortunate enough to be able to put my order in for a new Sadowsky NYC bass this past September. I'm going with the modern 4 string with Sadowsky soapbars in the modern position. If I were to change my pickup option to Norstrand Big singles how would that affect the sound? Or just the differences between the two options because I'm sure both sound sweet.

Thanks for reading,
Josh

 

[gillento]

The Nordies sound less low mid/ ultra high dominant.
They way have more hi mids. In my view (or ear) they sound more even, (rock oriented) or traditional than the Sadowsky soapbars.
I liked my M24-5 better with the Nordies than with the stock PUs. But' that's just me....

 

[basadam]

Nordies will make it more traditional sounding. Not *just like* a J-bass but close. Sads are very angry&modern.