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Just bought a 4HH in the fuchsia sparkle finish. Should arrive in a few days. I've gassed for this bass for so long. It'll join my classic stingray as my main go to fleet of basses. I'm stoked!
Sorry, can't help you with a number.
That is one tasty bass. You can't get much better bango for your bucko than a bongo.
Hey that looks familiar. Nice bass! I had to choose between the fuchsia and aqua. I liked the fuchsia the moment I saw it. I can't wait to get my hands on it. Gorgeous finish.
It's a Bongo 5 in terms of body and neck sizes, with 6 strings on it. The pickup covers are also interesting, specially if you sweat a lot. The exposed poles version would probably rust after a while. I heard it would have this rosewood+maple fingerboard but it was cooler than I imagined. Waiting for more high-res videos of this bass.
I've had my bongo for 10 years. Extensively gigged and it does not show signs of corrosion. Im guessing he likes the smooth pickup better due to his playing style.
That's an atrocity of a price when compared to regular bongos that give you more tonal versatility.
Guess just having the signature name shoots up the price quite a bit.
Yeah, it's not surprising that it is more expensive than a regular bongo though. I'm sure those necks are going to be a bit more complex to manufacture compared to the normal bongo neck though. I do like that the back of the neck is not painted.
Looking at the specs on their site its just a Bongo 5 neck with roasted maple so they already have the process down, they are just using a bit different material.
Im thinking these are gunna sell quick due to the DT fanbase and to be honest I switched to bongo 6 since John Myung played it.. Same reason I have his yamaha JM2... BUT this is just not worth it for the price. With 3000 US which is 4k CAD, I can but 2 more bongos either 2 used or a new one and a used one.
Maybe you don't sweat
But it's also possible due his attack. I've seen some people put tape over the poles too.
I wish! I keep a small towel on stage cause Im also lead singing while playing so lots of activity lol.Maybe you don't sweat
But it's also possible due his attack. I've seen some people put tape over the poles too.
My thoughts with the neck is more in regards to the fingerboard as that would require more work than a standard fretboard. I'm also thinking they will sell pretty well with the DT fan base. I just bought a bongo 6 recently but it's getting looked at by a tech. Once I get it back im going to see how I like the spacing and size of the neck. At least now I know there is an option if I find normal bongo 6 neck uncomfortable.
Has anybody ever replaced a battery box in their bongo? I made a bit of an oopsies and left some batteries in the box while the bass was in storage. Long story short, everything is corroded and the battery box needs to be replaced. Seems like it might be a bit of a difficult job.
First remove the battery and contact EBMM support, they should be able to sell you a replacement. I don't think changing it is that easy tho, since the contacts are incorporated.
I found the part pretty easily. https://shop.music-man.com/18v-battery-box-no-logo.html
I haven't opened up the cavity in the bongo yet, but from the pictures I see online it does look like the contacts feed directly onto the PCB
There you go, didnt even notice it last time I opened it. You should be able to take this on then, let us know how it goes!
