Should I shield?

[Johnius]

I searched through various threads but didn't really see what I was looking for. Would it be advisable to shield my Stingray and/or my Kingston Heir?

From the threads I've read it seems to be more beneficial to single coil pups, which the Heir has one of. Will it improve the sound of my set up?

 

[Craig_S]

Shielding, if done properly, removes noise. It was definitely beneficial to my single coil Jazz.

 

[stflbn]

If done 'right' i've never heard an argument NOT to shield a bass. It can't hurt... if done 'right'.

 

[Johnius]

I wouldn't do the shielding myself because I just don't have the skills. I've never heard of anyone regretting it, either. I'm just trying to decide if it would be worth the money on humbucker-centered bases.

 

[FunkMetalBass]

Eh, you probably wont notice a difference. I do it to all instruments that come through my hands, but it's usually because they need it.

 

[agreatheight]

If you are planning to shield using tape, complete the build first and see if you need to. It's easy enough to do it after you are done. If you are planning to shield using paint, do it first.