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Instrument
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Double Bass (String Bass)
or Cello
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| Pickup |
BASS SoundSpot |
| Position |
In one of the bridge’s
cutouts |
Applying
The
Pickup |
Wedge the pickup disc into one of the large cutouts in the
bridge. If there’s too much space for a snug fit, wedge
a piece of veneer between the pickup and the points at which
the pickup should contact the bridge. If the space is too
small for the pickup, file a little bit of the bridge, check
to see if the pickup fits, and repeat if necessary. Remember:
Only file a small amount at a time.
Note: To prevent rattling sounds from making their way into
the pickup, make sure that the wire leading to the pickup
doesn’t contact any of the instrument’s surfaces.
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| Jack |
The 1/4" jack is
attached to the tailpiece using a self-adhesive dual-lock hook-and-loop
strip. |
| Usage Tips |
Set your amp’s
tone to suit your taste. This pickup is designed for full response
regardless of whether you play arco (bowed) or pizzicato (plucked).
Any full-range amp or P.A. system can be used with the BASS
SoundSpot. However, the best frequency response will be obtained
by using a buffering preamp with a high output impedance. Naturally,
the low frequencies will require plenty of support, so larger
speakers or enclosures tailored to emphasize low end are recommended.
For convenient equalization or for P.A. or recording work, a
direct box, is an excellent way to interface the pickup and
other gear. For P.A. and recording applications, a high-quality direct box such as as the D-TAR Solstice or Equinox is suggested. |
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