How To Improve A Fender P Bass

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Fender MIM P Bass
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@jessekitts3976 Жыл бұрын

The smile on Phil's face when he rolled the tone back warmed my heart. That was a face of true enjoyment.

@oinkooink Жыл бұрын

I think he was smiling at the hundreds and hundreds of dollars in 3rd party peripherals he threw at his Mexican bass.

@ramencurry6672 3 ай бұрын

In my opinion, the bass did not need modifications. But of course your mileage may vary

@diegoxxxbc Жыл бұрын

I could never get enough of Phil's bass playing, he's a such a funky player, would love to hear Phil lead rhythm section.

@Gene_Cali Жыл бұрын

This was like seeing old friends. I miss my P-Bass and it's good to see a Sharpen my Axe vid. Thank you Phil for bringing us 'the Thunder'. KYG Rocks! \m/

@charleswood123 Жыл бұрын

Phil wasn’t kidding, this channel is off to a real hot start in 2023

@LowEndLobster Жыл бұрын

I audibly cheered when Phil took out those DiMarzio Sixties P pickups! WOOO!

@KershawsGoat Жыл бұрын

I love these kinds of videos, Phil. As many others have said, it got me to start doing my own work on my gear and it's such a great feeling when you get done.

@rmmst49 Жыл бұрын

probably the best video i’ve seen on the channel. i can’t believe how much better it sounded especially given it had to go through youtube to my phone. I’d love to see more videos like this. Do a 335 style guitar next!

@simpwood4973 Жыл бұрын

You never fail to amaze me with your bass playing

@googleboy7 Жыл бұрын

Hi Phil, I owe you two thank yous. First, I watched your review of an EART Telecaster copy and bought one. That is one sweet guitar right of the box! I haven't had to do anything to it, other than play it. ;-)) The really impressive feature, as you said, is the fret work. I have had several brand name guitars over the years, since 1962. The EART's fret work is the best I've ever seen. Second, after watching your repair videos and those of others, I bought several other under $200 guitars and put the time into them to finish them and sometimes swap out/upgrade components that the manufacturer didn't do. What started out as decent guitars ended up being excellent instruments. And I've learned to work on them in the process. Plus I now have a nice tool kit of luthier tools and the skills to use them. Again, thank you so much for your reviews and training. May you be blessed as you have blessed others! Shalom/gw .

@kicksareforribs5156 Жыл бұрын

Good to see you actually doing some bass stuff, you looked very happy doing it

@Ryandgeorgi Жыл бұрын

Feels like it's been forever since we got a bass video! The low end community thanks you. I think this might be the first pbass on your channel too. Appreciate it!

@ASM881 Жыл бұрын

What a striking difference that made! I’m amazed. I need to do that to my P.

@thegeekdude67 Жыл бұрын

Really awesome upgrades! Completely altered the clarity of the sound. Dig your style, Phillip! 🎸👊😎

@jonathandulin8753 Жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed this video. I love your simple upgrade choices.

@pops71 Жыл бұрын

What a makeover! Great job and your upgrade choices were outstanding, especially the Maximum Guitar Works knobs, awesome! I have some myself and I would never use anything else.

@thedukeofno Жыл бұрын

G&L has been improving the Fender P-bass for over 44 years...

@r1reign Жыл бұрын

Love the upgrades, Phil!

@tomjones2348 5 ай бұрын

Bravo! Well done, written, edited, played. This answers many questions for me on how to upgrade my P bass sound.

@nicolamontoro Жыл бұрын

I always learn something from your videos. Great info😊

@Fret-knot Жыл бұрын

I'm mainly a guitar man, but I also have a Mexican P bass and I love it…. But now, I'm going to have to upgrade it. Damn. That sounded so sweet!

@misteress3840 Жыл бұрын

Great playing, Phil! Love to hear more!

@steveg.3022 Жыл бұрын

Very cool ! All the upgrades were well selected.

@scottreynolds5455 Жыл бұрын

Shaking my hoose! Chill man. 80 percent player, 20 percent equipment. Love it!

@mattrudybass Жыл бұрын

Good stuff. So glad it was for a bass too! I've never seen that bridge before, but I love it. Setting intonation looks like a snap.

@matthewgierula5674 Жыл бұрын

Wow, that bridge and pickups change made a huge difference. Definitely going to do the same thing when I buy one again.

@jerryfraker377 Жыл бұрын

Very cool bass! Nice work you did on it Phil.

@BrianSGuitars Жыл бұрын

These how-to videos are the best!

@jamesdeananderson1411 Жыл бұрын

Thank for the video, and good luck with your new brand. I recently started carving my own body and headstock style, and it's no picnic to make guitars. Still, endlessly fun.

@NoUploadJustComment Жыл бұрын

I've missed the SMA series. Good to see you return to the mods.

@no59do56 Жыл бұрын

Best GUITAR reviews on KZfaq.!

@fernbobbio Жыл бұрын

That bridge and píckups are quite an upgrade. Looks and sounds killer now!

@DMSProduktions Жыл бұрын

BIG improvement! Nice 1 Phil!

@vanshankguitars Жыл бұрын

I installed that same Day Ross bridge on the last bass I made last year. I definitely will use them again!

@tracyhightower9829 Жыл бұрын

I think you just sold me on that Ross Bridge. It brings out piano like clarity and harmonics that are rarely heard on electric basses.

@zacharyvalenter9637 Жыл бұрын

You are so sweet! I would let you make any modifications to my guitar any day. You are a good guy, Phil!

@nalukeko Жыл бұрын

Here's a video I'd like to see: Shielding Paint before and after... With decent pickups, I've never had an issue without painted cavities. If the pickups squeal, no amount of shielding will help.

@Snivic-music Жыл бұрын

it is to create a faraday cage in the cavity, so your wires won't pick up outside interference, it doesn't change the sound at all.

@OhhLoz Жыл бұрын

@Timdoeswork Thats because shielding paint can be harder to ensure no gaps and to make sure there is continuity between all painted parts unless you use a multimeter to check. With the shielding tape (aslong as it has conductive adhesive) you can more certainly be sure there will be a connection everywhere as it can be overlapped in spots and is more tangible to the general person than paint. I only shielded my strat about a week ago and it definitely reduced some of the noise, I looked at paint but it seems like more hassle than its worth compared to tape.

@larryvickrey111 Жыл бұрын

You have to use multiple coats over a couple days. Kind of a drag, but it works.

@steveDC51 Жыл бұрын

Excuse me if I missed something but I don’t remember him saying it would change anything, it’s just protection if you find yourself playing where there is a “dirty” power supply.

@corneliuscrewe677 Жыл бұрын

Same.

@ricks.1092 Жыл бұрын

I don't play any musical instrument. But I love music. And I find this channel to be Awesome.

@aidantalbot9495 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for some bass content, nice job

@karlvoigt789 Жыл бұрын

Every time I watch Phil’s KYG videos, I concurrently make a shopping list. And I just got my first bass, so thanks again, Phil! Also on that shopping list is that seafoam Knaggs on the wall…

@russellnoland3355 Жыл бұрын

Digging the bass grooves

@douglasreindal284 Жыл бұрын

Definitely the right axe got sharpened, a mim pbass was the first Fender I bought and I love it today 20 years later (w/ Dimarzio pups in it too!)

@jamesgibson3242 2 ай бұрын

That's a very cool bridge. I never heard of that bridge before. Thanks Phil for showing us that. I may buy one.

@steveeckert8396 Жыл бұрын

More Bass videos please. A lot of us guitarists have a bass in the house too. I watched alot of bass videos but hearing it from a trusted source make it so much better. One question did you play bass BEFORE you picked up a guitar? You killed it.😃

@tobiasryan8378 Жыл бұрын

Wow, amazing transformation in sound. Now I want a bass to mod!

@Chris.Wiley. Жыл бұрын

I really want to try one of these bridges. Not cheap, but unique in the way it works.

@MrSparks54 2 ай бұрын

I made similar mods to my 2019 Aerodyne bass. I put in the Ray Ross bridge, Aguilar AG 4PJ-HC pickups and CTS Pots. I like flatwounds on this bass but I discovered you can't run 34" flats with the Ray Ross bridge because the cloth winds are too long. So I went with GHS Medium Scale 32" Precision flats with 35.5" wind which fit perfectly and sound awesome. What a difference better pickups and the new bridge makes. The sustain is noticeably better and there are no saddles on the Ray Ross bridge which means no breakover point to weaken the strings. Good stuff Phillip! Cheers from Utah.

@NeuroApathy Жыл бұрын

That sustain is awesome

@CS-xi9dz Жыл бұрын

wow! I was suprised how much of difference even through laptop speakers. I've got the same bass but in tidepool color. definitely this is on my list of upgrades.

@hypocycloidiaspora 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for the great hot rodding ideas!

@kellyb9432 Жыл бұрын

Dude, bass videos may not get the views but this is gold! Thanks Phil

@BluesSky Жыл бұрын

Big tone upgrade, very noticeable. High mass bridges make a big difference, I like the Badass II on my Jazz bass but they’re no more now. Id describe the tone as being more piano like, three dimensional.

@davemclaughlin2305 Жыл бұрын

Great video, I really enjoyed it.

@lancomedic Жыл бұрын

Thanks for explaining about the first couple of frets on the G. I have that problem on my Jazz Bass.

@scottnelle 5 ай бұрын

Wow! Never seen the Ray Ross bridge. That looks super cool. Killer upgrades!

@BrainDeadBeats Жыл бұрын

Love the intro that was pretty awesome

@Baci302 Жыл бұрын

I could definitely hear a sustain and tone difference. Great mods!

@gtr1952 Жыл бұрын

That was really interesting! You could hear the diff with the new pups and bridge! The jack is really cool too. It seems like they all loosen up with a little use, but those look like they grab and hold really well!! Thanks!! 8) --gary

@lewisgeyer1440 Жыл бұрын

Great idea for a video, thanks!

@judih.8754 Жыл бұрын

Phil, basses rule! I love these mods. They seem ideal for my Yamaha.

@mikepj1025 Жыл бұрын

Never watched a video about a bass before. This was cool. Definately sounded bolder.

@minervameza2686 Жыл бұрын

Love it when you play bass!

@michaellarson6569 Жыл бұрын

Just found your channel, I love this video. Please keep making videos upgrading different guitsrs and basses.

@r.l.rachel740 Ай бұрын

Simple & informative. Very, very nice. Thx……

@BigHairyGuitars Жыл бұрын

Great vid!

@DathSwian Жыл бұрын

I'm definitely going to try that bridge and those pickups.

@redeyebloom Жыл бұрын

I recently got one of these in capri orange. I added a black hipshot himass bridge and other black hardware. The tuners just came in today. 😁

@carpathus Жыл бұрын

Good stuff. Cheers!

@robinfawcett7973 Жыл бұрын

Great one Phil! Nice to see a bass on there...

@mbcarlson Жыл бұрын

Cool video, Phil! I’ve never seen one of those saddle-less bridges. Very interesting.

@omen3766 Жыл бұрын

how cool! thanks.. Phil..thanks John.

@son0fsocal Жыл бұрын

Wow! Night and day difference from the crummy fender pick ups and Dimarzio ..that Bass is now legit and ready for its first gig!

@Joe-mz6dc Жыл бұрын

Nice bass! Dig it.

@The-11 Жыл бұрын

I like the new intro Phil !

@bassman108 7 ай бұрын

I have the same bass in buttercream. First, the neck and fretboard are two different pieces of wood but no big deal there. I loved the original pickups but I did upgrade them to the EMG GBR because I had them. They are passive and sound amazing!. I have a high-mass bridge that would fit but I love the vintage look of the original bridge so I left it as is. So far I love this bass as much as my 2016 Fender American Standard P bass which I did upgrade to the same EMG GBR pickup. The white-on-white with maple fretboard looks great btw. FYI the EMG pickups are solderless for easy installation.

@georgeflowers3730 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video Phil! This video confirms a conclusion I've arrived at after years of messing around with many guitars. Before, I thought a 2K-3K dollar guitar would be better. But now, I know that all you have to do is to find a good guitar around $600-$1,000 in price, swap the pickups for the ones you like, change some electronics if you need to. It will be a $300-$500 investment, and you will have a guitar you'll love without paying those top dollars.

@robertyboberty Жыл бұрын

I have a Dimarzio Split P in mine. Absolutely monstrous

@picksalot1 Жыл бұрын

Nice bass, good upgrades. I've got an old Yamaha BB200 Bass, a garage sale special. The neck seems to be half way between a Precision and a Jazz Bass. I had to fix up its many problems, now it's got crazy long sustain - I can pluck a note, go and take a shower, come back and the string is still ringing (hyperbole). 😉 Some foams are conductive, so when using foam to keep wires in place, it might be a good idea to test it so there are no accidental shorts.

@suzannecoholic1467 Жыл бұрын

SWEET!

@ACoustaDC Жыл бұрын

Just a hunch but I bet John keeps those fantastic mods.... good video Phill

@robotusa88 Жыл бұрын

Love Dimarzios!

@palm444 Жыл бұрын

The Maximum Guitar Works knobs a pretty nice. I have them on one of my guitars.

@bruxist Жыл бұрын

Love the Falcon shirt!

@VincentVader Жыл бұрын

The P Bass is THE only bass anyone needs. Change my mind.

@ileutur6863 Жыл бұрын

That's like saying all guitarists just need an esquire

@metalhead1390 Жыл бұрын

No case!!! Very brave

@wrenchhead6840 Жыл бұрын

Those puretone jacks are absolutely amazing…. I put them in ALL my guitars….

@flama644 Жыл бұрын

Goddamn he can slap!!! I knew you said you played bass but youre really good!!

@gorlagOv Жыл бұрын

Great to see an unlabeled sharpen my axe return.

@TheChristianherud 4 ай бұрын

I would love to See more Bass related stuff

@fredericadda Жыл бұрын

Nice video, Sharpen my Axe is my favorite series

@smokeeater8048 Жыл бұрын

Good video!

@edruiz1202 Жыл бұрын

Awesome video!!! Wished I lived in Arizona to send you my basses and guitars for setups!

@DadRockAndGuitars Жыл бұрын

Love my Player Series P Bass! May have to look into those pickups though 🤔

@timmcdonald9877 Жыл бұрын

The 2023 version of Sharpen My Ax!!! Phillip, I would love for you to make more vids like this, I would like to send you a guitar to feature as well. Great video!!