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Bass_masta16

Jul 9, 2008
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#1
OK, so I plan to get a Geddy Lee signature, and I want to get out of the passive area.

So I would want to get a preamp, and I don't know much about them, so what would be a good pre to put into the Geddy, and I don't want to have to make cuts in the body (I can't think of the word right now), and what would be the best active pups to put in it.

I don't want to spend to much, but I am aware that they aren't cheap.

If it matters, my band plays rock, classic rock, etc..

Thanks

EDIT: I do realized that I put this in the wrong thread, I had originally intended for it to go to Setup & Repair
 
#2
Audere would be a direct replacement for a jazz control plate. They seem to be popular around here.

You might enjoy passive pickups with active electronics. Try changing only one component at a time until you're happy with the results. You may even like the Geddy as it is, stock.
 
#5
Yessir, 9 volt. Active systems require power, and a battery is usually the best option. Some systems run at 18 volts for more headroom and battery life. Audere's run about $150, iirc.

Edit, I would suggest adding a pre, after checking out the bass stock. You might love the sound. Then experiment. An Audere is easy to install, and come up used here fairly often. Just something else to consider.
 
#12
If you don't get a lot of responses, you can certainly look it up. A lot of posts have been made on the audere, and you can check the reviews on this website and harmonycentral.com.

Just from the reviews I've read, the audere is a great investment. It is a neutral sounding preamp (it doesn't color the sound).

Good luck with your search.
 
#16
you might consider playing the geddy for a month or so without messing with it at all. maybe put your choice of strings on it, set it up how you like it, play it in a band setting a few times, then if you aren't 100% loving it, maybe think about modifying it. the geddy is a heck of a bass right out of the box! i love spending money as much as the next guy, don't get me wrong... but that is a mighty fine bass just the way it is.
 
#17
spaz21387 said:
why get a geddy lee jazz just to upgrade it get a standard fender and then upgrade it. I think fenders sound best passive. I will never own an active fender. there are other great active basses why not go with one of those and save your self the trouble?
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because everything i would do the the normal fender is already done with the geddy..

Badass II
Shaved neck
and i can just keep the pups that are already installed in it until i get some active pups to match the JZ3
and im a rush fan :p
 

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