thebrig Posted December 2, 2021 Share Posted December 2, 2021 I've mostly played P basses with a Jazz neck fitted because I prefer the narrower nut, but I'm now thinking of getting myself a Sterling by Musicman SUB bass HH to give myself something a bit different. The specs state that the nut is 38mm, so if anyone owns one, I was wondering if you could give me your thoughts on how the neck plays, are they similar to a Jazz neck in both feel and playability? Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
horrorshowbass Posted December 2, 2021 Share Posted December 2, 2021 (edited) Rest assured mate, I'm a jazzer and the neck profile is lovely and playable. I have a full fat US stingray and I love the tone but not the neck so much (41mm) Had the sub ray4 too, lovely neck. You'll not be dissapointed Edited December 2, 2021 by horrorshowbass 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebrig Posted December 2, 2021 Author Share Posted December 2, 2021 1 hour ago, horrorshowbass said: Rest assured mate, I'm a jazzer and the neck profile is lovely and playable. I have a full fat US stingray and I love the tone but not the neck so much (41mm) Had the sub ray4 too, lovely neck. You'll not be dissapointed 👍 Thanks for heads up, I might just treat myself to an early Xmas present. 🎄 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Machines Posted December 2, 2021 Share Posted December 2, 2021 I'd have bought one of these already, if it weren't for the giant bridge plate. There seems to be a significant lack of aftermarket replacements also (I know Retrovibe did some, but are long gone). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
horrorshowbass Posted December 2, 2021 Share Posted December 2, 2021 1 hour ago, Machines said: I'd have bought one of these already, if it weren't for the giant bridge plate. There seems to be a significant lack of aftermarket replacements also (I know Retrovibe did some, but are long gone). How often are you really going to look at the big plate? Put a Ray34 preamp in it and you're golden Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
songofthewind Posted December 2, 2021 Share Posted December 2, 2021 Try AliExpress for the replacement bridge. Beware of the string spacing. You will need to use the old saddles from the big plate bridge. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BassAdder60 Posted December 3, 2021 Share Posted December 3, 2021 Many say the HH version isn’t as nice as the H single pickup variant Not sure why perhaps pickup location Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Machines Posted December 3, 2021 Share Posted December 3, 2021 12 hours ago, horrorshowbass said: How often are you really going to look at the big plate? That's a bit like saying you should buy an ugly car because you'll be sat in it and can't see the outside. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ped Posted December 3, 2021 Share Posted December 3, 2021 You could probably install the old fashioned mutes on that bridge which would look pretty cool Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ped Posted December 3, 2021 Share Posted December 3, 2021 https://www.stringsdirect.co.uk/accessories-c2/string-muters-c63/musicman-stingray-4-string-mute-set-includes-springs-thumb-screws-m05502-p13442 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebrig Posted December 3, 2021 Author Share Posted December 3, 2021 14 hours ago, Machines said: I'd have bought one of these already, if it weren't for the giant bridge plate. There seems to be a significant lack of aftermarket replacements also (I know Retrovibe did some, but are long gone). To be honest, I never even noticed the bridge plate, it wouldn't be a deal breaker for me, and if I was to replace it with a smaller plate, there is always the chance that the outline of the larger plate would be pressed into the paintwork. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Machines Posted December 3, 2021 Share Posted December 3, 2021 27 minutes ago, ped said: https://www.stringsdirect.co.uk/accessories-c2/string-muters-c63/musicman-stingray-4-string-mute-set-includes-springs-thumb-screws-m05502-p13442 Looks good - will require drilling though I think ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebrig Posted December 3, 2021 Author Share Posted December 3, 2021 Do any of you know if replacement pick guards are available anywhere for the Sterling HH version? I've done a few searches and haven't found any yet, or would the Ernie Ball guards fit? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ped Posted December 3, 2021 Share Posted December 3, 2021 44 minutes ago, Machines said: Looks good - will require drilling though I think ? Yeah I think so, I remember seeing someone else doing it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Machines Posted December 3, 2021 Share Posted December 3, 2021 45 minutes ago, thebrig said: Do any of you know if replacement pick guards are available anywhere for the Sterling HH version? I've done a few searches and haven't found any yet, or would the Ernie Ball guards fit? I would guess they don't fit (on purpose) - the 5 string definitely doesn't as pickup shape and lower section is different. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebrig Posted December 3, 2021 Author Share Posted December 3, 2021 5 minutes ago, Machines said: I would guess they don't fit (on purpose) - the 5 string definitely doesn't as pickup shape and lower section is different. I could use the guard it comes with as a template and have one made I guess 🤔 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
horrorshowbass Posted December 3, 2021 Share Posted December 3, 2021 2 hours ago, Machines said: That's a bit like saying you should buy an ugly car because you'll be sat in it and can't see the outside. Probably more like saying you wouldn't buy a car with an ugly exhaust. Not a deal breaker for me but each to his own. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
funkle Posted December 4, 2021 Share Posted December 4, 2021 On 03/12/2021 at 10:21, ped said: Yeah I think so, I remember seeing someone else doing it That was me. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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