Originally Posted by
Dennis Peacock
Well, I'm having troubles finding a 5-string jazz type layout with a 35" scale length. I want a 35" scale length on my bass build because...to me....the 35" "speaks" better to my ear than the standard 34" scale length.
I'm also thinking Bartolini pickups and active electronics. Thoughts?
Stew Mac and other places have the onine fret calculators (even temprement). I'd like to to hear the 35" scale. Fretting would be easier but comes with more accommodation for fret buzz, so your setup needs to be good.
While I might go for the Ricky shound, the active Bartolini should be a good choice. Take care with the route for the battery box. Consider a piezo for the bridge?
Shawn
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