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Of course, there are other variables, but when I'm demo-ing basses in a music store, the two dimes is a very repeatable, consistent, and easy way to reference the string action capabilities of the bass. (Get permission to tweak before you whip out the allen wrenches though!) I don't think this method is that far out there. At least with the few that have tried it, it is achievable.
I'm still interested in hearing from those willing to give this a shot. Let me know how it goes.
- jason
I'm still interested in hearing from those willing to give this a shot. Let me know how it goes.
- jason
adouglas
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shamus63 said:
LOL...you read my mind.
strummer said:
strummer, did you ever give this a try?
I hit a GC this past weekend. An HH Stingray; couldn't get cozy with the E string action, but they had an HH Bongo also. I was able to get it tweaked in with the two dimes reference.
I was very suprised at how much lighter the Bongo was compared to a 'ray, and how much differently it resonated (I assume because of the basswood body). But it still sounded like a EBMM. Could this affect ability to get low string action (body resonance that is) with everything else being the same?
5Stringer
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The way to test a bass is by playing it, not by measuring dimes. 
Disquieter
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5Stringer said:The way to test a bass is by playing it, not by measuring dimes.
what's wrong with the dogs in SLO?
first jon has that heroin dog, now you have that guy?
jeez.
TheDirtyMoocher
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i can almost get 1 dime to stay under
tommyindelaware
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LMAO.......
jongitarz said:
bovinehost
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I must need a new hat.
Wow, I struck a nerve...
Whether you think it's silly or not, I've found this to be an effective way to measure string action. Some basses it's possible, some it's not, but I have found that basses that "feel" good to me have generally low string action, and this is just a reference I use. I only bother when I have already decided that I like the sound and general feel of a bass, but want it to "feel" better.... for me.
Also, how some people read a scale could be subjective. A simple "what is your string height" thread would bring replies I'm sure, but who knows what people would use to measure it. Slipping an object(s) of known width under the strings seems like a very repeatable and consistent way to do it.
Yeah, I know. Play the bass and don't worry about the string height. If it feels good, 'nuff said. Well, if it doesn't feel good, what do you do? Try another one, right? Well, I don't have the luxury of having a well stocked bass shop near by, and have to sometimes buy sight unseen. When I do buy sight unseen, and it just doesn't "feel" right, I put a little time into figuring out why. String height is one of the things I know that affects my perception of "feel". Having a repeatable and consistent way to measure it simplifies the process.
I just wanted to get a general idea of how others had their basses setup, and get a feel for the likelihood of getting an EB bass setup to my liking. That's all.
I will just let this thread die if that's what others choose to do. Thank you to those that did participate in my little experiment. I really didn't get enough practical input though.
Whether you think it's silly or not, I've found this to be an effective way to measure string action. Some basses it's possible, some it's not, but I have found that basses that "feel" good to me have generally low string action, and this is just a reference I use. I only bother when I have already decided that I like the sound and general feel of a bass, but want it to "feel" better.... for me.
Also, how some people read a scale could be subjective. A simple "what is your string height" thread would bring replies I'm sure, but who knows what people would use to measure it. Slipping an object(s) of known width under the strings seems like a very repeatable and consistent way to do it.
Yeah, I know. Play the bass and don't worry about the string height. If it feels good, 'nuff said. Well, if it doesn't feel good, what do you do? Try another one, right? Well, I don't have the luxury of having a well stocked bass shop near by, and have to sometimes buy sight unseen. When I do buy sight unseen, and it just doesn't "feel" right, I put a little time into figuring out why. String height is one of the things I know that affects my perception of "feel". Having a repeatable and consistent way to measure it simplifies the process.
I just wanted to get a general idea of how others had their basses setup, and get a feel for the likelihood of getting an EB bass setup to my liking. That's all.
I will just let this thread die if that's what others choose to do. Thank you to those that did participate in my little experiment. I really didn't get enough practical input though.
drgroovenstein
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Two dimes stay put under either my B or my E.
adouglas
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I finally got around to trying this. Yep. They stay with ease.
