It appears to be a high pass filter on the bridge PU and a low pass filter on the neck PU. Do you find it useable that way?
The 100k pots don’t seem to load down the pickups too much. At least it doesn’t sound muddy in the demos.
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Thunderbird Club
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The 100k pots don’t seem to load down the pickups too much. At least it doesn’t sound muddy in the demos.
I agree.
I’m enjoying the heck out of the Epi Blackbird I got a few months back. And will no doubt get a Gibson at some point. But used prices are high right now for ones in good condition.
If the headstock is stable, then you don't need to worry about the repair. But without having it in hand, its difficult to judge. The price is okay for one in that condition (There are others listed for more with a lot more wear), but not great. It does say "make offer' so if you really like it, try negotiating.
These don't have volume & tone controls so it has one sound. They can be a bit more aggressive in a playing situation than they are in your living room, which is good. Some people don't care for the Kill-switch-only option, but I didn't mind it. My current BlackBird was modified by a previous owner to be vol-vol, but I added a kill-switch because I like those.
Found this "demo":
And this "demo":
@KaraQ Here is a good example of what NOT to do with your Dean project:
Dean Metalman Project Bass 4 String Bass Guitar Walnut Diamond Plate and Studs | Reverb
Dean Metalman Project Bass 4 String Bass Guitar Walnut Diamond Plate and Studs | Reverb
It's vintage. The pic was from the seller, and yes it did and it was addressed. The guy was just a hobby player and I don't think ever did any maintenance on it. Just played it on occasion.
- Jun 30, 2010
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- musician/artist/owner - Gildaxe
- Jun 30, 2010
- 49,588
- 221,964
- Disclosures
- musician/artist/owner - Gildaxe
If the headstock is stable, then you don't need to worry about the repair. But without having it in hand, its difficult to judge. The price is okay for one in that condition (There are others listed for more with a lot more wear), but not great. It does say "make offer' so if you really like it, try negotiating.
These don't have volume & tone controls so it has one sound. They can be a bit more aggressive in a playing situation than they are in your living room, which is good. Some people don't care for the Kill-switch-only option, but I didn't mind it. My current BlackBird was modified by a previous owner to be vol-vol, but I added a kill-switch because I like those.
Found this "demo":
And this "demo":
Any the search continues. lol. Thank you
It’s a nice looking Sixx but those are very unique basses - no volume or tone control - just pure off and on.
I’d take this Greco over the Sixx any day of the week, plus it’s almost a hundred dollars less…
Greco TB-700 TB-70 1990 Black BK Thunderbird IV Electric Bass Fujigen MIJ w/ Gator Bag | Reverb
I'm staying away from that shop since it's in Brooklyn.
No dollars anyway in this mans pockets.
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That's perfect in so many ways.
How low-cost are we talking? I have a Crazy Tube Circuits Planet B Plus that I think is excellent. They're made in Greece, if that means anything to you. You might also consider MXR's stuff.
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I think the black pickups also look better for this bass. More traditional.
…but maybe you could check it out for @rolorocknerd if he’s interested???
For a small fee of course.
If his kidneys are anything like mine, the “low mileage” factor is outweighed by the “rode hard and put away wet” factor.?…
Just sell one of those low mileage kidneys and be done with it!
My son-in-law does sheet metal work. Made the mini duct and spot welded the seam.
