Volume, gain, pickup height.

Started by Manfred, January 26, 2003, 02:38:16 PM

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Manfred de Rooy (mdrdvp)

Hi all,  
 
Can somebody help me with this?  
Why does a series I or II have two volume or gain controls.
 
Two adjustable gain pots on the back and the ability to adjust the gain or volume by changing the pickup height? I mean, what's the difference between these options.  
 
What is the best way to start the adjustment if you want to change anything. Pickups or trimpots?
My bass sounds great, but I was just wondering what to do in case of a bad hairday.  
 
Thanks,  
Manfred
 
(Message edited by mdrdvp on January 26, 2003)

Bob Novy (bob)

You're in luck, Manfred. Joey posted an excellent discussion on this topic just yesterday, which you can find here:
 
http://club.alembicguitars.net/Images/393/3207.html?1043517647#POST4417
 
(Alembic Basses & Guitars/Question for Mica)
 
There is also some related material in this same section, under the thread on Ideal pick-up height?.
 
If you still have questions after that, let us know (though I'm afraid I can't help you much with hair problems...).

Manfred de Rooy (mdrdvp)

Thanks Bob,
 
I overlooked that discussion. This is very helpful. No questions anymore.
 
Thanks,
Manfred