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Has it always been like that or has it just started?

Assuming it's an under saddle piezo, it is usually that the saddle isn't resting properly on the piezo element. That can be because the saddle is a bit tight in the slot or that the bottom of the saddle isn't flat or for other reasons.  Usually easily fixed.  What bass is it?

 

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8 minutes ago, Andyjr1515 said:

Has it always been like that or has it just started?

Assuming it's an under saddle piezo, it is usually that the saddle isn't resting properly on the piezo element. That can be because the saddle is a bit tight in the slot or that the bottom of the saddle isn't flat or for other reasons.  Usually easily fixed.  What bass is it?

 

its been like that from new its a gear 4 music bass its a chepo but plays ok

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Just now, rollie 55 said:

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its been like that from new its a gear 4 music bass its a chepo but plays ok

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Starting with the most likely - the saddle tight and not seating properly:

- take the strings off

- pull the saddle out of its slot

- if it is very tight, use pliers but protect the saddle with a bit of paper

- check that the piezo element in the bottom of the slot is all the way across the slot and that there isn't a solder knuckle/lump showing at one end ... if it isn't or there is, report back

- check that the saddle, while being a snug fit, will slide down to the bottom of the slot and can be removed with normal finger pressure.  If it is tight, run the side of it over a piece of fine sandpaper until it is a snug fit but easily pushes to the bottom of the slot.  Don't sand it too much - you want to avoid the saddle being a sloppy fit.  Put the strings back on and see if it now works.

- while you have the saddle out, does the bottom look straight and flat?  If not, report back.

Let us know how you get on

Andy

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