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Hi all. I’m just curious to know how fret height and width effects playability? Being a light-player, I require my action as low as I can get it; that way, I don’t have to press so hard on the board to fret notes. However, I can never get it low enough on my fender jazz without the associated spiking and buzzing. Would a change in fret height/width make a difference, and if so, what measurement would you recommend for someone (like myself) who is looking for a (very) low action? Cheers. -
I assumed this to be the case. I shall gather a quote from my local luthier to find out exactly how much. Cheers again!
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Great, cheers for the response! Regarding fretboard thickness, it currently measures at 6.5mm (centre) to 4.75mm (edges). Also, it's a rosewood fretboard, so I hope that (after sanding) it will need little treating, unlike maple fretboards that are sometimes finished with a coat of clear lacquer etc- thus hopefully keeping costs as low as possible.
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Hi all. Has anyone ever changed the radius on their fingerboard? I am currently using a Yamaha BB1024 with a 10” radius, but I would like it flatter to assist with my growing playing style. It has been suggested that 16” (or upward) would provide a more even platform for my technique. I love how it sounds, so I would rather convert the neck rather buying a new bass altogether. Is this possible, and if so, how would a luthier typically do this? I imagine that they would just take down the hump in the middle of the neck till there is a 16" radius and leave the edges as they are, right? Cheers.
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It's interesting that you mention this both. I was reading an article recently, explaining that radiused fretboards were just carried over from acoustic (bowed) instruments such as violins and cellos etc; describing it all as just ‘a habit that never got broken’, and arguing that flat(ter) fretboards facilitate better speed and dexterity. I have also read something very similar amongst different forums; describing radiused fretboards as something ‘simply adopted from orchestral instruments’. It's all very interesting, but as always, each to their own!
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I appreciate the sentiment. I shared a similar view… until recently lol. Now, I can appreciate the importance of appropriate spec and setup (aswell as good practice!). I know a good workmen should never blame his tools, but sometimes you’ve just got to listen to what you hands are telling you
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Great, I’ll keep that in mind, and yes, I remind myself of Billy's signature often. I guess different things work for different people.
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Duly noted, cheers! So what radius should I be looking for then? somewhere between 16" - 20" perhaps?
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I never noticed myself, until recently. The past 12 months has seen a shift in my playing; expanding my style to include more slap, tap and bending. It was during this time that I experienced issues including: a lack of 'flow' when sweeping, notes ‘fretting-out’ out during bends and finger fatigue whilst tapping. Despite these issues, I decided to persevere regardless, hoping that they may disappear with practice; but despite my best efforts, I am still fighting with the fingerboard. I’ve heard that it is easier to achieve an (extra) low action on flatter-radius fingerboards; many 'flatter fingerboard converts' noting the increased comfort and speed when playing scales and tapping. Presumably, this is because of the low action and string-to-string height evenness; decreasing chances of fatigue and increasing the ‘flow’ factor when gliding across the board. Is there any bass chatters on here with similar experiences who can vouch for this?
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Initially, my thinking was very similar (14”), but I wasn’t sure how correct (technically speaking) this approach would be lol.
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Hi all. Ok so, radius impacts playability in different ways. (Focusing on 4-string basses) For example, the severe curvature of a 7.25” (i.e. fender jazz) is generally perceived as more comfortable for the fretting hand, whereas then flatness of a 20” (i.e. warwick streamer) is generally considered better for bending and sweeps etc. I recognise that it is a subjective measurement, and is often down to the players own preference; but what would be the closest ‘bit of both worlds’ option, if ever there was such a thing? P.S - I am not interested in compound (conical) radius’s. I prefer to have the one consistent measurement throughout, so please don't suggest this. Thanks.
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[color=#000000][font=Arial][size=3] [size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]Lee brought my Boss ls-2 line selector. A friendly and honest basschatter. Good communications and quick payment also… trade with ease! [/font][/size][/size][/font][/color] [color=#000000][font=Arial][size=3] [size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]Thanks again. Enjoy the pedal. Greg.[/font][/size][/size][/font][/color]
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*SOLD* Boss ls-2 line selector. As new. (UK P&P inc).
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[color=#000000][font=Arial][size=4]I couldn’t find a feedback page for ‘feech’, so I thought that I would start one for him. [/size][/font][/color] [color=#000000][font=Arial][size=4]Alex brought my Boss syb-5 bass synthesizer and oc-3 super octave pedals. A friendly and honest basschatter. Good communications and quick payment also… trade with ease! Thanks again Alex. Enjoy the pedals. [/size][/font][/color] [color=#000000][font=Arial][size=4]Greg.[/size][/font][/color]
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Paul brought my Boss odb-3 bass overdrive. A friendly and honest basschatter. Good communications and quick payment also… trade with ease! Thanks again Paul. Enjoy the pedal. Greg.
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[color=#282828][font=Arial][size=3][size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]Hi everyone. Selling my Boss ls-2 line selector - [/font][/size][/size][/font][/color][color=#ff0000][s][font=Arial][size=3][size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]£50[/font][/size][/size][/font][/s][/color][font=Arial][size=3][size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif] NOW £45[/font][/size][/size][/font] [color=#282828][font=Arial][size=3][size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]I brought it last year (amongst others) for a studio project that never happened, so it has been sitting in it’s box since- it’s basically as new. Includes original ‘premium black’ box with manual (as pictured). [color=#000000]I had it for sale back in August, but decided to withdraw it. A couple of months on, and I STILL haven't found a need for it, so it definitely needs to go this time! lol[/color][/font][/size][/size][/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=Arial][size=3][size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]My asking price is based on other posts and online price guides, so I feel that it is fair. UK P&P included. NO trades thank you. You’re welcome to check out my feedback page: [url="http://basschat.co.u..._1#entry3320505"]http://basschat.co.u..._1#entry3320505[/url][/font][/size][/size][/font][/color]
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[color=#282828][font=Arial][size=3][size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]Hi everyone. Selling my Boss odb-3 bass overdrive - £40 ovno[/font][/size][/size][/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=Arial][size=3][size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]I brought it last year (amongst others) for a studio project that never happened, so it has been sitting in it’s box since- it’s basically as new. Includes original ‘premium black’ box with manual (as pictured). [color=#000000]I had it for sale back in August, but decided to withdraw it. A couple of months on, and I STILL haven't found a need for it, so it definitely needs to go this time! lol[/color][/font][/size][/size][/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=Arial][size=3][size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]My asking price is based on other posts and online price guides, so I feel that it is fair. UK P&P included. NO trades thank you. You’re welcome to check out my feedback page: [url="http://basschat.co.u..._1#entry3320505"]http://basschat.co.u..._1#entry3320505[/url][/font][/size][/size][/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=Arial][size=3][size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]NOTE* I accidentally dropped the pedal while taking a photo for this post, so it now has a couple of very light blemishes on the left side. Nothing major, just cosmetic (as pictured). As a gesture, I have dropped my original intended price to reflect the damages.[/font][/size][/size][/font][/color]
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[color=#282828][font=Arial][size=3][size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]Hi everyone. Selling my Boss oc-3 super octave - £65 ovno[/font][/size][/size][/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=Arial][size=3][size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]I brought it last year (amongst others) for a studio project that never happened, so it has been sitting in it’s box since- it’s basically as new. Includes original ‘premium black’ box with manual (as pictured). [color=#000000]I had it for sale back in August, but decided to withdraw it. A couple of months on, and I STILL haven't found a need for it, so it definitely needs to go this time! lol[/color][/font][/size][/size][/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=Arial][size=3][size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]My asking price is based on other posts and online price guides, so I feel that it is fair. UK P&P included. NO trades thank you. [/font][/size][/size][/font][/color][color=#282828][font=Arial][size=3][size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]You’re welcome to check out my feedback page: [url="http://basschat.co.u..._1#entry3320505"]http://basschat.co.u..._1#entry3320505[/url][/font][/size][/size][/font][/color]
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[size=4][color=#282828][font=Arial][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]Hi everyone. Selling my Boss syb-5 bass synthesizer - £85 ovno[/font][/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=Arial][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]I brought it last year (amongst others) for a studio project that never happened, so it has been sitting in it’s box since- it’s basically as new. Includes original ‘premium black’ box with manual (as pictured). [/font][color=#000000][font=arial, helvetica, sans-serif]I had it for sale back in August, but decided to withdraw it. A couple of months on, and I STILL haven't found a need for it, so it definitely needs to go this time! lol[/font][/color][/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=Arial][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]My asking price is based on other posts and online price guides, so I feel that it is fair. UK P&P included. NO trades thank you. [/font][font=arial, helvetica, sans-serif]You’re welcome to check out my feedback page: [/font][url="http://basschat.co.u..._1#entry3320505"]http://basschat.co.u..._1#entry3320505[/url][/font][/color][/size]
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[size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif][color="#000000"]Gary[/color][color="#000000"] brought my [/color][color="#000000"]Schaller Bass Bridge 2000[/color][color="#000000"].[/color] [color="#000000"]A friendly and honest basschatter. Good communications and quick payment also… [/color][color="#000000"]t[/color][color="#000000"]rade with ease![/color] [color="#000000"]Thanks again [/color][color="#000000"]Gary[/color][color="#000000"]. Enjoy the b[/color][color="#000000"]ridge[/color][color="#000000"]! [/color] [color="#000000"]Greg. [/color][/font][/size]
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[size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif][color="#000000"]Tom[/color][color="#000000"] brought my [/color][color="#000000"]Schaller Bass Bridge 2000[/color][color="#000000"].[/color] [color="#000000"]A friendly and honest basschatter. Good communications and quick payment also… [/color][color="#000000"]t[/color][color="#000000"]rade with ease![/color] [color="#000000"]Thanks again [/color][color="#000000"]Tom[/color][color="#000000"]. Enjoy the b[/color][color="#000000"]ridge[/color][color="#000000"]! [/color] [color="#000000"]Greg. [/color][/font][/size]
