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iiipopes wrote: Sun May 21, 2023 11:16 pm4002-5

Only one 4002 mention in the thread! Let me pile on...

Single pick-up (middle position) 4002
Slimmer upper horn
No binding
OEM 3D-4 Schaller

What i got is a Laredo,with the original Schaller bridge,and tuners,a half-inch spaced Rick neck sw toaster,CA bridge pickup in Rick surround,a v63 type pg,and new wiring with appropriate SC components. I like to think of it as an evolved version of my old modded 2-pickup JG 4000 i had back in the ...

I just started using a Master Effects Super FORTY. It's a clone of an Ashly SC-40 - I have a couple of those as well.

https://www.mastereffectspedals.com/super40

Super_FORTY_Demo_Settings.jpg

--jack


That Super 800 is tempting for sure. Unclear how well it would work straight into a power ...

F*cking $1000 Avalon U5 on fbook marketplace is trying my patience daily [/can't afford]



Jamming the White Light parallel with a Turbo Rat at the moment and feeling it...

Ernie Ball Power Slinky 110 Flats (though the E broke and my neighbourhood lutherie swapped another flat in there during a pick-up swap.)


Had a miscellaneous set of half wounds on it prior that also felt good...

Ashly BP41 for classic setup, for high tech you can't beat an Avalon U5, sorry no stomps suggestions though.

I had that Avalon years ago. Excellent sound for sure. Sold it along with all kinds of other items in a kind of haste.

I'm at home with an Earthquaker White Light (DOD 250 ish) these ...

jps wrote:

BQmusic wrote:...Or I'll just keep it like this and turn it in a nice road worn player.

IMO, that's the best answer.

+1

Bridge is not an eyesore at all. Roll with it.

Maybe a bezel though?

It's a '73.


Thx and noted on using the existing plate and etc...

Furthur to this...



Do I need to grab a mounting plate or pad as well or does it come included when I grab the HB1 direct? It'll be going in a 4000.

Excellent. I'll pass that along.

Thanks so much!

I'm having Frank machine a bezel for an HB1 and he's asking for the "pickup opening dimensions" which I assume is this bit.

Anyone able to shoot me a quick measurement I can pass on?

Hey donhank!

Did Frank at Tubeampology machine that bezel for you at the same price as his regular ones? Thinking of going the same route with my 4000...

Jeez... If that's the going rate for set neck 4000's I definitely stole mine as well...

I take it these drop into the 4000 models the same as the 01 and 03?

cheyenne wrote:Needs more distortion.

Here's an odd clip with some excellent clean*ish sounds. I can't stop listening to it...

*Maybe a 250 at very low gain? Dunno.



Despite the practical upgrades, I'd say the most satisfying bit is the crisp, tear shaped pick guard against the walnut. Love it.