Adjusting to the stingray

[mynan]

Can't find something like that
the button just turns loosely around on the bass without something that you can feel...

I thought this was quite normal for a 2 EQ?

If that's the point I might know what my problem was
I had my bass and treble knobs almost entirely open AND a smiley on my amp
daaarn, if I put it all flat the noise is almost completely gone

The 2-band eq controls don't have a center detent. The control for the highs is a true boost/cut circuit, so half-way should be flat. The control for the lows is technically a boost-only circuit, but the preamp is set so that if you roll the lows all the way out, there is actually some cutting of the lows.

Here is a link to what is probably a better explanation:
http://www.ernieball.com/forums/music-man-basses/20742-2-band-eq-stingrays-2.html#post293534

 

[devo-lutionstuf]

so ehrrrrr

one more question

how to put a 2 EQ flat?

btw:
thx a lot, you've all been a great help
the sound is getting better and better as I adjust my eq

 

[oli@bass]

how to put a 2 EQ flat?

You can't. But to start out with the bass all down and the treble somewhere about the middle position is what I always did with my 2 bander. First add a tad of bass until it sounds just a bit fuller. Then adjust the treble according to the song: More for heavier metallic sounds, less for a more round and wooden sound.

 

[philthygeezer]

Back the treble off a hair and it'll take a little glassiness out.

EDIT: NM.

Also, with a 2 band just guesstimate middle position and adjust to taste with your ears.

 

[devo-lutionstuf]

okey guys

thanx a lot
this has really helped a lot and I got to like my ray a lot more now
Since my previous basses were mostly passives, I really thought the stingray was difficult to handle, but with your hints, I've got a feeling my sound on it will improve vastly

thx again
devo

 

[Big Poppa]

Jeezo Capt he was kidding and you went literal and sensiive again...its a yoke....heheheheh

 

[SugarMaple]

You'll find that finger noise gradually subsides as your strings age and lose their initial zing. That can be good or bad, depending on what you are aiming for.

I used to worry about the finger noise, too. I alternated between a StingRay, a Rick4003, and a Jazz bass. The StingRay most clearly accentuated my fingernoise. It also had the neck I liked best, so I stuck with it, and am glad I did. My playing is probably cleaner for working with it.

 

[Caca de Kick]

how to put a 2 EQ flat?

btw:
thx a lot, you've all been a great help
the sound is getting better and better as I adjust my eq

Just keep trying things...you'll find your happy spot.
The 2eq basses are my favorites, and my settings are about 75% open on the treble, and 80% open on the bass. This gives me plenty of smoothness and gets some snarl when I dig-in a little harder.
Yes, I feel the magnet poles as I'm raking my fingers across the strings, but it's never bothered or affected my playing at all. In fact, I also feel the pickup covers of any bass with soapbars too, so nothing different there.

 

[bobalu]

About two years ago I sold my HH Stingray (natural/rosewood fb) because I just couldn't get past the noise/playability issues mentioned in this thread. I loved the look, feel and sound of that bass, but I became too frustrated. I only had it for a few months.

Fast forward to now. I could not pass up a sunburst H Stingray that I saw in my local shop before Christmas and bought it. I went through a bunch of different string sets, and purposely kept playing it at practice, and eventually some gigs. I have now adjusted my style, for the better, and have none of the previous issues I had with the bass. If (when) I get sloppy, it clanks a bit. I have learned to use the eq properly as well. I'm glad I gave in and tried another Stingray. If I can change, anyone can!

 

[devo-lutionstuf]

Just keep trying things...you'll find your happy spot.
The 2eq basses are my favorites, and my settings are about 75% open on the treble, and 80% open on the bass. This gives me plenty of smoothness and gets some snarl when I dig-in a little harder.
Yes, I feel the magnet poles as I'm raking my fingers across the strings, but it's never bothered or affected my playing at all. In fact, I also feel the pickup covers of any bass with soapbars too, so nothing different there.

I don't see the magnet poles as a problem, but since they are a little bit higer under the a and the d string, it can feel somewhat annoying when playing the g.

 

[Grand Wazoo]

Jeezo Capt he was kidding and you went literal and sensiive again...its a yoke....heheheheh

I was kidding too, only I've forgot to add smilies, I like Tbone, actually hehe

 

[Big Poppa]

perfect if you like tbone youll love his wife! fabulous couple

 

[mmbassplayer]

Devo... i initially had the same problem as you when i originally made the switch to MM basses. I previously had to have the lowest of the low action when playing. I have since changed my playing style a bit and set my basses up with slightly higher action than originally came from the factory. Solved all the issues i was having. JOSH

 

[BassArtIsCure]

Hi!

I had the same. Very sensitive on touching the strings (with touched string=clear sound, without=noises & cracks). I solved the problem by grounding my amp properly (GND connector on back of the amp)...since the amp ist grounded.... silence... perfect!!! Check this.
Bye!!

 

[RaginRog]

About two years ago I sold my HH Stingray (natural/rosewood fb) because I just couldn't get past the noise/playability issues mentioned in this thread. I loved the look, feel and sound of that bass, but I became too frustrated. I only had it for a few months.

Fast forward to now. I could not pass up a sunburst H Stingray that I saw in my local shop before Christmas and bought it. I went through a bunch of different string sets, and purposely kept playing it at practice, and eventually some gigs. I have now adjusted my style, for the better, and have none of the previous issues I had with the bass. If (when) I get sloppy, it clanks a bit. I have learned to use the eq properly as well. I'm glad I gave in and tried another Stingray. If I can change, anyone can!

+1....I gave up on the Stingray, only to go back to it a few months later....gotta say, I'm happy I did.

 

[five7]

Turn the volume on your amp down from your other basses!

 

[Davecg2]

I have to agree with what most are saying. I just got an EBMM Sterling and had to adjust to the same things. like everyone is saying start with the eq knobs flat (and infact ive seen a youtube vid where BP stresses that he isnt fond of people instantly blasting all the knobs full tilt. and i think i even remember him saying they started to adjust the electronics because so many people do it). once you have them flattened adjust from there and experiment till you find a tone you like. Trust me once you find your tone youll never even dream of picking up a non MM bass again.

Sloppy post, the longer im a member of a forum the less i seem to care about punctuation and grammar...

 

[rad87gn]

I keep my EQ with Treble middle, Mids cranked up, and bass cranked up. When the treble is set high it picks up everything. In a band mix though you'll notice a lot less if any noise. Also could be a technique or setup issue.

 

[Davecg2]

this isnt the vid i was talking about but he stresses the same principles.

[ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nK3S8oYFF_o"]YouTube - Episode 15- Summer NAMM 2008 Special- Nashville, Tennessee[/ame]

 

[Rano Bass]

Recently I bought myself a Stingray, but in retrospect it seems kind of an odd bass.

When I just raise my finger after fretting a note, you can clearly hear this throught the amp. The sound of my fingers touching the strings can also clearly be heard through the amp

Since when its a bad thing to be able to hear yourself clearly?
Enjoy your bass and don't boost the eq knobs all the way