low action on B and E string

[no_clue]

I have a TGM bass with low action on the B and E. Can someone suggest a place for me to have it serviced? Can't let go of the bass coz i like the body finish. Perhaps can upgrade the neck and pick-ups as well

 

[izzyrose]

Look for beez. The shop owner is called beez. His shop is located at roxy square 2. He's a really nice and friendly guy, really efficient and good too.

 

[no_clue]

Thanks. Do you have his number?

 

[b33r]

http://soft.com.sg/forum/music-kopi-tiam/32555-welcome-look-beez-beezs-shop-roxy-square-2-a.html

Beez is awesome. give him a call to make an appointment.

 

[lordie]

i got my wick set-up by KC works like a charm

 

[shinobi]

if you are cheapskate enough, your guitar setup skills will eventually improve :mrgreen:

 

[anonpersona]

I heard that KC will take a week or more to do it due to the long queue. How about Beez, does he do it on the spot or take a few days?

Anyone knows what brand of strings does Beez carry?

 

[Indigo_blues]

can try to diy setup...

try the fender website. Got good article on setup of bass.

 

[matthewchj]

AFAIK Beez will do it on the spot for you. I intend to take my Les Paul down to him soon for a setup.

 

[anonpersona]

Thanks bros

 

[zerstorer]

String action for bass is pretty simple to setup. Why don't you try it yourself first? There is almost no chance of screwing up at all.

 

[anonpersona]

I am very paranoid of playing around with the allen key, it seems that the key supplied with the bass I bought does not seem to be the right fit. The key will not fit snugly into the hole and tend to wriggle a bit. I am really afraid of wearing out the grooves in the hole and I also can't really tell if the neck is straight enough or not.

Another thing is that my current strings were stock and I also don't know of their gauge. Changing to another guage will require quite a lot of work like measuring the string and saddle heights....sianz

 

[funkygeos]

If u are afraid of screwing all up.. let the professional do the job. A good setup is neccessary for a long run. Buy the type of strings u want and let them do the job.

I recommend KC.

 

[zak4000]

hey ppl...wanna ask.. is adjusting a bass neck like a risky thing?
i've read numerous tutorials on bass set up and it seems simple..but some ppl say that is real easy to screw up..

the action on my bass is rather high i'd like to straighten the neck abit..

its my first bass(and its a american jazz bass) thats why im kinda scared of setting it up..but i really wanna try..
wad u ppl recomment? try it myself or be safe and bring it to a luthier?

**oh yes and its really hell carryin that hardcase..another reason why im put off bringin it to a luthier:mrgreen:

 

[Indigo_blues]

actually its really easy...

just remember to:

1. loosen the strings
2. have the right sized wrench for the job
3. always only turn the screw max 1/8 of a circle only.

Turn the screw clockwise to straighten(tighten) the neck. Turn the screw anti-clockwise to loosen (more bow) the neck.

 

[funkygeos]

Thumb up for indigo!

 

[Indigo_blues]

forgot to add that you should get yourself a 6 inch metal rule for measuring the adjustments. This is indispensable.

Can get from any good bookstore. Very cheap also.

 

[Geniver]

in reply to Beez, does he do setups for bass as well? thought of replacing my single twin coil with 2 humbuckers?