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4258 posts | Last Activity on 18-08-2018 01:59 by Garbo28
Garbo28 18-08-2018 01:59, 6 years ago
Re: Getting battery out of kingbass
I can never remember myself when I change the battery, so don't worry about sounding stupid OK, looking at the battery clip, put your fingernail under the edge where it says 'open', and pull outwards, the clip should hinge outwards.
When it is open, then lift the frame around the top of the battery, from the back, and the battery should be ready to remove. One thing is to remember how the old battery came out, as I could never find any markings as to where positive and neutral were.
Slot in the new battery, close the top of the frame and push the clip back in. As our small furry TV personalities might say 'Simples'
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soggs 17-08-2018 03:25, 6 years ago
Re: Getting battery out of kingbass
LED's battery compartments, can't get battery's out of the plastic housing, I can see which way it should open but I don't want to break it, is there something to press to release the part holding the battery in, sorry to sound stupid, but would rather find out than damage it, it's my first status bass, anyone help, thanksResponded in Getting battery out of kingbass
Danny 13-05-2018 22:38, 6 years ago
Re: Tonal variation on Status designs
I got to chirp in. Unless you are putting sound waves through an ocilloscope I doubt you'll be able to tell.The bolt on are equally as good in every aspect with the addition of any issues means the neck can be removed.
I have a thru neck S2 and have never really been bothered by the extra millisecond of sustain or clarity. If you want a warmer tone, leave the strings on for longer
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MrWalker 11-05-2018 00:45, 6 years ago
Re: Tonal variation on Status designs
Thank you for your answer! :-)So, neck-through a little more sparkly and clear than bolt-on, and in the same manner, I would assume that a Stealth would be every more so, then? Is that a valid assumption? :-)
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bassbus 10-05-2018 22:50, 6 years ago
Re: Tonal variation on Status designs
It has been noted in the past that neck through Status basses have quite a sparkly, clear tone. The bolt-ons have a slightly warmer tone. The two basses I have ordered from the factory have been bolt-on as I like a darker tone. The difference in sustain between neck-through and bolt-on is negligible. Mr. Green has commented on this in interviews. Custom made bolt-ons tend to have very tight neck-to-pocket joints. I remember at Overwater there was a bolt on bass hanging from the wall by the neck. It had no screws holding the neck in but the body was not moving from the neck.
Graphite necks will have dead spots in the same way wooden necks have.
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MrWalker 10-05-2018 19:54, 6 years ago
Re: Tonal variation on Status designs
Hi guys!I'm toying with the thought of getting a Status 6-string bass.
I was just wondering if you have any specific thoughts about tonal difference between neck through and bolt on necks on Status basses? I know that there are certain beliefs regarding this issue when it comes to basses made of wood, with better sustain on the NT side and punchier and snappier for the BO side.
But when the neck material is composite, are the same tonal differences as clear as on a wooden bass? That being said, I'm not sure I agree totally on the strength of these differences in the first place
I was also wondering how big difference there is in tone from a totally 100% composite bass (the Stealth, for example) vs a combination of wood and composite, as on the Series 2 and 3.
Thanks for your input!!
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moo 11-04-2018 08:04, 6 years ago
Re: Shipping in a Status case
I had a bass arrive recently from Germany. No case. Tons of bubble wrap and a box.Arrived in perfect shape!
Phew!
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LucienLaTulipe 09-04-2018 02:06, 6 years ago
Re: Shipping in a Status case
Thanks for the advices, the bass arrived in impeccable conditions. Don't know if they tried the 500kg crush thing though. Pictures in the dedicated thread for those interested.Responded in Shipping in a Status case
randaj38 07-04-2018 04:52, 7 years ago
Re: Status Artist Eclipse LTD Edition 50/100 noisy pickups
Hi all,I've got a '96 Status Eclipse neck through LTD Edition 50/100 with twin chrome covered pickup's that was giving me some problems. Sometimes when I would touch one pickup it would start to buzz in a similar fashion to an earthing problem. What was interesting about the problem was that sometimes it was the front pick-up and sometimes the back and sometimes neither. After pulling everything apart and checking the wiring, replacing batteries and even temporarily connecting an earth wire from the pickup cover to the ground I finally decided to order a new circuit board. My rationale was that it would be highly unlikely for there to be a problem with both pickups.
A week later (living in the USA)....MY circuit board arrived and I installed it Viola no more buzz. Not sure what the exact problem was but it is now solved www.jonrandall.com
Would love to hear from other Eclipse owners
randaj38 07-04-2018 04:52, 7 years ago
Re: Status Artist Eclipse LTD Edition 50/100 noisy pickups
Hi all,I've got a '96 Status Eclipse neck through LTD Edition 50/100 with twin chrome covered pickup's that was giving me some problems. Sometimes when I would touch one pickup it would start to buzz in a similar fashion to an earthing problem. What was interesting about the problem was that sometimes it was the front pick-up and sometimes the back and sometimes neither. After pulling everything apart and checking the wiring, replacing batteries and even temporarily connecting an earth wire from the pickup cover to the ground I finally decided to order a new circuit board. My rationale was that it would be highly unlikely for there to be a problem with both pickups.
A week later (living in the USA)....MY circuit board arrived and I installed it Viola no more buzz. Not sure what the exact problem was but it is now solved www.jonrandall.com
Would love to hear from other Eclipse owners
Alec 05-04-2018 07:29, 7 years ago
Re: Status Distorting
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Danny wrote:
Does sound like a battery/connection issue, my S2 distorts like mad when the batteries are running low.
Yup, it's caught me out a couple of times with my Empathy too. Once, I was convinced it was a problem with the tweeter in my combo - it sounded like a physical issue with the driver. Took the whole thing to bits, all to no avail. I forget what prompted me to try changing the battery, possibly using another amp and the problem was still there. New battery, no problem!
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Jeroen 28-03-2018 19:35, 7 years ago
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LucienLaTulipe 28-03-2018 18:37, 7 years ago
Re: Shipping in a Status case
Thanks!Responded in Shipping in a Status case
Jeroen 28-03-2018 18:32, 7 years ago
Re: Shipping in a Status case
It was around the case, the bass was fine and unable to move.Responded in Shipping in a Status case
LucienLaTulipe 28-03-2018 18:22, 7 years ago
Re: Shipping in a Status case
Thanks guys, sounds good Jeroen you mentioned the bubblewrap, was it around the case or the bass to prevent its movement inside? Is this mummy thing needed with a Hiscox?
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moo 28-03-2018 14:36, 7 years ago
Re: Shipping in a Status case
Yes, Hiscox cases are very good. I've travelled all over the world (well, I once went to Margate) and never had a problem. As long as the bass can't fall out, it will be absolutely fine!Responded in Shipping in a Status case
Jeroen 28-03-2018 10:10, 7 years ago
Re: Shipping in a Status case
It's a Hiscox, you'd be amazed what it can withstand. I've had both my S2 Classics shipped to me in one. One from Israel in three layers of bubblewrap and one from the UK in a cardboard box, and both arrived completely unscathed by airfreight.Responded in Shipping in a Status case
LucienLaTulipe 28-03-2018 09:08, 7 years ago
Re: Shipping in a Status case
Hi everyone,I'm already the proud owner of a Series 2 which was posted to me from a finnish boardsman ten years ago (Hi Lassi); it was in the full-flight, tank built aluminium case with moulded foam... Wich implies zero movement inside, hence zero problem with the shipping.
Now I'm just about to get a S1 classic and trying hard to think which would be the best way for the seller to send me the beast. The S1 comes with its moulded bass case, not the panzer thing but the simple one. I don't know about this kind of case, is it strong enough to prevent any damage? What would be your tips to protect the bass during its travel? (Paris to East France, yes it's little distance, but you never know, and c'mon, it's a Status bass!!!)
Thanks in advance,
Lucien
P.S. Has been quite a long time I've not been here and browsing randomly the forums makes me happy with all those sexy basses - I promise I'll post pictures as soon as the S1 will arrive and rejoin its old sister!
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Danny 22-03-2018 03:29, 7 years ago
Re: Status Distorting
Hey that's great, I'm no expert but I do like to tinker on the basses, mostly how I've learned. Just replace the wires, it'll be a fun little project and I bet it will sound great afterwards.Responded in Status Distorting
snorkybingo 13-03-2018 08:51, 7 years ago
Re: Status Distorting
Thanks Danny, I did exactly this and found there was no voltage. I opened up the battery connectors and the oxidisation had rotted the negative wire in both connectors. I've managed to solder it back together but the wire is very brittle and constantly snaps when I try to strip it back. The same goes for the earth wire from the bridge and one of the earth wires on the jack socket which also snapped off while I was inside the electrics. The wiring needs an overhaul but at least it working until I get the parts and some free time next week.
Thank you both for your help.
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