Short Scale Bass: Just for kids, or a secret weapon?
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- čas přidán 13. 07. 2024
- In this video I talk to you about short scale basses and four reasons why I think they are cool.
Short scale basses have often been thought of as beginner basses or kids' basses, but I think they are a legitimate instrument for both beginners and professional musicians.
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Completely aside from the comfort advantages, for me the biggest plus is the short scale sound. I really like how short scale basses sit in the mix with a full band.
Well said ⚡️
i can only think of japanese band NUMBER GIRL. ever since their early days to their final days, bassist Kentaro Nakao used primarily short scale basses, live and in studio. his #1 was the Mosrite The Ventures, and always played through Ampegs. their debut album SCHOOL GIRL BYE BYE is a lifetime favorite of mine, and for a band with such aggressive players, the "thump" or the punch of a short scale really ties it all together.
You say comfort, I say RSI relief. 😆 But yeah, a more distinguished sound is also a big deal for me. Even solo I wanna listen to something ear-catching and simulating.
Greetings from Ukraine bro, thank you for support 🙏
Well done. I'm so burned out on "which is best" mentality. I fully agree with you on the short scale just being different. I love mine!
Jim well said. Different does not mean best, and what’s best for you might not be best for me. Thanks for your thoughtful comment!
I have started playing bass recently (guitar player) and I found myself really struggling to read some fast notes near the nut at a gig recently. I just bought a Gretsch Jet 2..and OMG I do love that short scale bass! It is insanely fun to play!
Great video! Thanks!
Really enjoyed your demo and comments. I’ve played in several groups for 30+ years and have several basses, however I had a life altering accident 3 years ago and using my old Ric and P bass are tough now. There in is my interest in making things easier and trying a short-scale.
Your demo helped.
Sorry to hear about your injury. Hope this is a helpful option for you. Thanks for the kind words and good luck! ⚡️
Me too, some car accidents plus bad joints from the start. A smaller instrument saved me!!!
I own a PJ Mustang and while I love it, I think the best short scale out there right now is the Gretsch Junior Jet. Super fun bass and really versatile with the dual mini humbuckers.
Nice! Looking forward to trying one 🤘
@@philipconradmusic recently it has come out that this bass was mislabeled when it is actually a single coil bass, tha 'mini humbuckers' do produce some hum. Fender and Gretsch are rectifying that information mess up from here out. Still a great bass. czcams.com/video/bl6NNewD5ZY/video.html
@@powbarabajagal2435 Junior jets feel cheap, a mustang pj is a higher quality instrument right out the box...also the shortscale electromatic hollowbody makes the junior jet seem like a toy by comparison
I so agree! I happen to own both and I am completely baffled by the quality of the Gretsch Jr. Jet. What was surprising right out of the Box is that the nut was cut perfectly (action at the nut was optimal which never happens normally at this price), impeccable fretwork and once the action was set to my taste, no buzzing whatsoever. The Gretsch balances well when playing sitting. The neck is slim (I love it but that's a matter of taste) and it's pretty to boot. The Walnut fretboard is gorgeous. The more expensive MIM PJ Mustang feels a little more high end, maybe, but from an utility standpoint, the Gretsch actually wins for me.
I pulled the trigger and bought it, I literally watched all the videos on youtube about this bass. It arrives on Tuesday! Cannot wait!!
I read a study where an acoustic engineer compared different scale lengths with different strings, and a short scale bass with flat wound strings has the most even tonal response across the fretboard of any bass-string combo. And of course, round wounds are bright as hell but even more so on a 34" scale vs. a short scale.
Great video! I love short scale basses! I’ve had a number of them over the years. I currently have the Gretsch short scale and a Squier Jaguar medium scale. Once upon a time I had a Musicmaster short scale that I wish I had never let go.
Would love more short scale content! Thanks
Great vid Philip, and what I thought was a very practical and useful one. Thanks also for the tip on increasing string scale length when replacing short scale through body strings. Cheers, Col.
I think black pickup covers are nicer!
Sounds like the people have spoken. I will plan to switch them back. Thanks everybody! 😆
It helps the tone too!
Hofner owner here. Flatwound strings make a great bass sound.
I'm a guitarist. I recently purchased a Sterling Stingray SS-4 and I love it. The fit, finish, sound & playability exceeded my expectations. Bought a Fender Rumble 100 amp. I'm playing about 90 min per day. I never realized how-much-fun it is to play Bass guitar. Best decision I made in 2021. Nice info presented-here. Enjoyed it. oNe LovE from NYC
Welcome Michael! Thank you for the kind words. Glad to have you here! ⚡️
I have a 1972 Music Master custom build, it has two jazz pick ups with DiAdarrio flat wounds,,,sounds amazing!,,❤️❤️❤️,,,,, ONE OF A KIND!,,, Never giving it up!!!!!!!
Agree. I'm a guitarist but recently got a JMJ and it's an easy transition. I gave it a great setup and it lacks nothing and plays and sounds great. It can do the R&B thing really well and grind when played with a pick.
Great video. Appreciate the shared knowledge. Just bought a Zenison electric bass with a 26 inch scale length. Advertised as a kid's size bass. Having a lot of fun with it. Also have 2 electric acoustic basses; a Mitchell EZB with a 24" scale length, and a BCP with a 30" scale length. Liking the acoustics just a much as the electrics. Thanks again.
Great demo/tone! My 1st/favorite short barrel bass is a Reverend Mike Watt bass. It is gorgeous (Rootbeer Sparkle HUGE pickups) and nice everything. It has a split pickup on the neck that looks like 1.5 Pbass pups. Noticeably lower output than the bridge pup, but it has a deep growl that hints upright or solid uprights, especially when you dig in. I know that's pretty bold, but the low end in the short scale can be HUGE, and as Philip said "different." It can approach a 130 "B" string on a Cali Jazz V Pro. I am going to make a BEAD 4-string Jbass! This would be a good, cheap, project for your channel Philip. One extra Jbass, a set of 5 strings, and some nut files. Easier on a Pbass! Prolly the best way would be to make a new nut and tap out the original nut for later with 1 drop of super glue. Since the Reverend I picked up a Gold/pearl "Player" Mustang bass and an "Aubergine" Am Pro Mustang bass. Gear Whore! (to my credit I have 6 guitars/basses for sale)
that jmj blue mustang is amazing! I have the exact same one as you have and I love it! nice video by the way!
Thank you! 🙏🏻
100% agree about how a short scale sits in the mix. I’m fairly certain JMJ used his signature bass or some variety of a Mustang bass when he played on Paramore’s “After Laughter” album, and the bass tone and lines on that album are superb
I totally agree with what you mean regarding punchiness. I have a SS Jaguar that I love - chromes and the P pickup and it cuts nicely with good growl. I rarely use the bridge J pickup. Loving your vids, mate. They have a cool vibe and are good in length. Nice one!
Thanks for the kind words and taking the time to watch/listen. Glad to have you here!
Cool video. My main bass is a lakland but I love playing my ‘75 Mustang. I’m a pretty small guy and it was perfect for me when I first started playing. It’s such a fun bass to play.
Great to hear you talk about the short scale bass. I really enjoyed your playing and your tone in the Rhett Shull sessions. I'm now convinced the short scale is a feature. I think the difference is I can hear the texture of the pads of your fingers better as they pluck the strings thanks to the lower string tension. Just a theory.
Enjoyed the video. Keep 'em going dude!
Thanks so much for the kind words! Glad to have you here ⚡️
Just got my first short scale recently, just makes things easier. I play pretty heavy handed, so my only problem is overbending notes, but at the same time I can finally do the Jimi Vodoo Child bend without putting a dent in my finger. The best thing about them is that there an everybody bass, great for beginners, & great for experienced players. Wish I would've found them sooner, but satisfied finding them at all.
I totally dig your playing Philip. Keep up the great work. I know you're still figuring out your channel, and I would love to see more demonstrations that showcase your groove, and great finger style playing.
Thanks Jeff! I’ll try and do a bit more playing. Thanks for the suggestion, and thanks for being a part of the channel!
I owned 1978 Fender Musicmaster bass 30 years ago. Fantastic bass. Last 15 years i love Bronco.
Great video. I'm a fully grown adult but with freakishly small hands and stubby fingers, so I appreciate the comfort. I play a cheap Harley Benton, but I have my beady eye on a Sterling Stingray short scale.
Very nice vid! I've played all kinds of Mustang basses (1966-1977 original issues; later reissues). I think they are terrific basses that are just now getting their due, and it seems like lots of makers are getting on the short-scale bandwagon. In the old days, short scales were viewed as beginner basses, often because the off-brand ones were poorly made. The Mustang was a mini P-bass. The Musicmaster was definitely inferior, being equipped with a Strat pickup and a cheesy 2-saddle, non string-through bridge, much like today's Bronco. Broncos are great platforms for modifying; I've fitted one with a string-through bridge & Sentell pickup that drops right in. BTW, rather than full scale strings, you can get 32" scale strings for your Mustang. GHS has several options.
Rhett Shull brought me here. I'm looking for a short scale bass. Happy to with you in the beginning of your of your new endeavor. Good Luck. Love the Bands you play in as well.
Thanks for the kind words and your support! Really glad to have you here. Good luck finding the right bass! 🤘
I’ve been playing guitar for a while and am thinking of getting a bass. The short scale + flat wound combo has been what I’ve been leaning towards. I appreciate you keying in on the differences of where they sit in a mix - I couldn’t tell if I was watching too many demos or if they actually sounded noticeably different within a band/recording context! All the best & love the videos
Thanks so much! I appreciate the kind words. Yeah, I am a firm believer in demoing things in context at equal volumes. Thanks for your input!
I own two 3/4 scale basses, a 60's EKO beetle bass and an El Degas, and I rarely blay my PB full. Comfort, tight sound, and fast action are my choice, 3/4 👍
I just built my first short scale bass and I love it.
Thank You Phillip that was an awesome review 😎✌️
Thank you! ⚡️
Great episode. Love your content!
Thanks John!
Love your videos man! Keep it up! I think it would be cool to see some more bass tone advice as well.
Thanks John! Copy that, more tone on the way. Trying my best to post a new video every Wednesday. Stay tuned!
the best is the one that you will play. I play guitar but wanted a bass and found a deal on an Ibanez Mikro. Not a huge adjustment in scale and size for me so switching between guitar and bass is a little easier. Love it and it is fun to play.
Hey Philip, really like your channel, you have a very interesting point of view on music.
I'd love to see more videos on composing and recording music, arrangement and producing/mixing. For example how to record and mix bass so it fits in with guitars and drums.
Hi there! Thanks for the kind words. I love your ideas. I’d love to make some more videos like that. Stay tuned! I am going to try and post a video every Wednesday, and alternate between more technical and more creative videos. Thanks for being here and a part of the channel, it means a lot to me!
Love that bass!! I just ordered the same one. It is on back order. But will be worth the wait!! Great video!!!!
Congrats! Hope you love it. Thank you!
Right on! Love my original '76 Mustang in mocha/walnut.
Awesome! I bet it sounds amazing ⚡️
Hey Philip! I have a Yamaha long scale solid body bass but bought a Hofner hollow body viola bass (McCartney) last year because I knew it would be easier to play and lighter, and honestly I love the shape and sound. It is much easier on my shoulder too. BTW: Great channel 👍
Awesome! Thanks for sharing. Glad to have you here Judi!
Another vote thumbs-up from me..love my junior jet Gretsch with tapewounds...sounds great at half the price of my regular bass. I dont find a huge difference in playability..its not THAT much difference space wise...but def lighter and more comfortable...plus has a nice little growl to it
I am of a small caliber and i have bad joints... so yes my 5 string Ibanez mikro bass is God given!!
Phil knocking it out of the park again man. My first bass and still have to this day is an epiphone EB-0. It’s needs flats…and a set up.
Thanks Robert! Set that thing up dude, I bet it’s a beast! Love the way those sound…
Love your videos
really enjoying exploring the bass with you, guitar player for years but finally gonna dust off the short scale bass in the corner. keepposting videos and eventually the other players will find you!
Thank you! Glad you’re here. More videos on the way!
I had an Ibanez short scale highway star. Gave it to a guy who fell on hard times. He loved it, punchy with great tone.
Grear video. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks Simon!
Excellent video. Love my JMJ.
Thanks for watching!
Also the new MIM PJ Mustangs are really great for the price. Just got one and am loving it. Sounds fantastic with flats and a fat pick too.
I've played a Fender Jazz for more years than I care to remember. As I got older, the stretch required on the 34 inch neck started to cause cramping after the second or third set. I have an old Gibson EB-3, which has a 30 inch scale, but the tone is much different from the Fender. I recently bought a Mustang PJ (the Mexican model with precision and Jazz pickups) with a maple neck. The best of both worlds! The comfortable neck of the Gibson with the tone of the Fender. The shorter scale has a difference, but I actually prefer it-much punchier. It is now my main live performance bass. The American made model doesn't offer the PJ pickup combination (which is a shame), but don't see, feel or hear ANY lack of quality in the Mexican version. Plus it's about $500 cheaper. Definitely not a "beginner" or "budget" instrument, although it works for both.
Love the mustangs! I have a Squier VM that with upgraded electronics played and sounded better than a lot of US made mustangs basses that I tried. The string through body is really cool too.
Want one of these for all the reasons you listed, plus one more. I broke my left shoulder and can't comfortably reach on regular basses anymore. Great video!
Sorry to hear that! I hope you recover quickly ⚡️
Hey Philip, subscribed recently so it's the first time I'm seeing some of your content. Thanks for this breakdown on short-scale basses. Someone at my church recently for a season played a short scale bass and I thought it was very interesting. I play bass, elec guitar, and drums at my church depending on the week, and I think short scale bass might be a nice way to have the bass feel present without it being overly loud in the mix to have it punch through. Thanks for your thoughts - and I'm a subscriber with the bell turned on for all videos now! Keep up the good work, and thanks for being a bass ambassador.
Thanks for sharing! So glad to have you here ⚡️
Awesome video Philip! Showing the EQ of both basses was a really good add!
Question for you. As a young bassist, would it be more worthwhile investing in a really good P-Bass and/Jazz bass versus something like a mustang? Wondering how long it took you to settle on the Mustang in your career and if it’s affected you getting or not getting gigs?
I think a cool video idea would be how you’ve gone about acquiring your basses/gear over the years and the sequence you got them/thought process that went into each person. Personally having that perspective from a professional musician would be wonderful for someone like me.
I dig the white pickups but could be cool to add white knobs with it as well!
Love the channel! Keep going!
Hi AJ. Great question! I think it depends on your goals. If you want to have a career as a bass player, you need to be able to bring lots of different skills and sounds to the table. A mustang is cool, but being comfortable and confident on full scale basses will give you so many more options! A mustang is a cool sound but it is a specific sound, and not having those other options may hinder you. Now that being said, as much as we all love gear I don’t think it has a huge impact in you getting or not getting a gig (as long as the gear you do have sounds great and is reliable). I have found it’s more about your proficiency/maturity as a musician, how good your people skills are, and how professional you are. Cool gear always helps but it’s lower on the list. Good luck AJ, I hope you find the sound you are looking for, and I hope this channel is helpful for you along the way. Glad to have you here and thank you for your comment!
I absolutely love my JMJ Bass, had it for like five years, bought it used for only $700. I'm a pick player mostly and a P-bass, Gibson, Ibanez Roadster user but this thing always makes me play fingerstyle and groovy. I still have the same set of flats on em. The pickup is super powerful, amazing.
Awesome! Love mine too. Thanks for sharing ⚡️
White pickups look great, but the black is classic too.. love that you rip a stang as your main!!
Thanks Alex! Glad to have you here.
Good job. Well presented and objective in content. Outstanding...
Thanks for watching! ⚡️
I like white covers in the pups. Looks good with the natural wood thumb rest. That’s a cool looking bass. I had a Squire Duo-Sonic as my first electric guitar when I was a teen and that bass reminds me of that guitar. ✌🏻
Awesome! Thanks dude
If you google short scales for any length of time you will find out that there are TONS of people out there who have had shoulder injuries from playing 34" and were able to rehab by swtiching to shorties, it's a common scenario. I am a small person, short arms, and there is no doubt that my mustang is way easier on my body than a 34". I can do the fingers on a full (though way less comfortably) but the additional shoulder tension is not really fixable.
I just bought a USA Mustang. So far I love it.
Short scale is great for anything that doesn't need a lot of high freq. tone in my opinion. I wish I had switched to 30" long before I did.
I really want a short scale, because I love that mellow, thumpy tone that comes out of a p bass. I currently have a pj squire 34 in, and I’m looking into a mustang.
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I have a G&L Fallout, short scale. Love it to pieces. Haven’t touched my Thunderbird since.
Those are rad! Nice taste
I just picked up a Mustang PJ. I love it! I am so much better on it than I am a Jazz. The only complaint is neck dive. Installing a high-mass bridge and ultralight tuners this week, which should do it.
My first bass at 13 was a 1966 Gibson EB-0. I had just switched to bass after playing guitar for about a year and a half when I decided I loved the way bass sounded on recordings. I was a big Cream fan and of course Jack Bruce was my favorite bass player. So my dad took me bass shopping and I saw the EB-0 and realized that it looked like Jack Bruce's bass, so o got it. About 6 months later went to a friend's house and his brother was a few years older had a bass and I picked it up and realized there was something different from this Fender Percision. His brother came home and said I was playing a short scale bass. I played that bass for almost 3 years and at 16 I bought a 75 Fender Jazz bass. Still have both and plenty more, but the Gibson is kind of retired but I pull it out and play a Beatle or Stones song, in fact that was kinda the bass sound of the 60's. A lot of the bands from the British invasion used short scale basses, sound a bit like an upright bass.
I have an Fender American Performer Mustang Bass. It's a traditional Mustang with an added Jazz Bass pickup at the bridge. I'm a smaller guy with smaller hands. For me this is the best. Sounds, looks, plays like a beast and very versatile.
Awesome! Thanks for sharing ⚡️
I would add, from my experience - these days I spend more time just sitting on my sofa noodling on my bass, and with a short scale it’s a heck of a lot easier!
Great point!
Luv the vids! Pls do one on bass ergonomics…e.g. I bought this beautiful MIJ jazz bass that I ultimately had to sell because the bridge pick up got in the way when I played with a pick, ditto HH basses…thx!
Tight, informative. thx
I have the black one and love it. I love the tone, feel, and size. I'm also a very short guy, so its easier for me to play.
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I live a long way from anything, wanted a Mustang but couldn't find one and was apprehensive about pulling the online trigger on one without testing it out. Wound up stumbling upon a Sire U5 for $500 brand new. Seemed less of a financial risk and a good way to find out if I liked the 30 inch scale. I love this thing. One day would like to feel the neck of a Mustang to see what the difference is, but the Sire ss has been a great entry point into ss basses for me. Great build, great sound.
My JMJ mustang has been my fav for the last year. Secret weapon!
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Hey Phil I think you might have sold me lol. Im looking durring the video at thirty in scale basses right now. I caught the show with Rhett and checking out the channel. Subscribed of course, Keep up the good work
Thank you! So glad to have you here ⚡️
I started playing a full length bass but, since I am 5 foot 6, it eventually caused a pain in my back, so I switched to a short scale one. I do not notice a big difference in sound, but it is much more comfortable and, being really a guitarist, not a bassist, it also seems the most reasonable option for me.
I think so the Mustang bass is very infalible, in the studio recording, i liked it's a great sound, Nice video :)
Great video, very informative on the sonic and tangible differences between short scale and full scale bass guitars. The JMJ mustang looks and sounds incredible. I prefer the 60s era mustangs as opposed to the more contemporary ones fender has put out with the p/j pickup configuration. Fender also makes a 60s spec mustang in the Vintera range which is identical to the JMJ except there is no road worn finish. I came across them when I was buying my Vintera 50s precision bass. Your 60s precision is an amazing guitar as well.
The thing about the pj's, they have the potential for some real tonal versatility if you upgrade to the right set of pickups, but I do agree that right out the box the pickups are weaksauce
I have small, kid size hands and love my Gretsch short scale.
I've been playing guitar for many years, and due to an injured right thumb, playing chords on the guitar resulted in quit a bit of pain, so I decided to give the bass a try. Only one regret, I wish I started playing one earlier. Great fun. I recommend a short scale bass for anyone transitioning from guitar.
welcome to the family!
I have a late '70s Travis Bean bass and I never realized it was slightly less than 34" scale until I bought a full sized instrument. It seems to be 33.5", but that is enough to make a difference in 1st position.
The Sandberg Florence bass is a cool 'boutique' short scale bass, also with that deep strong fundamental. Kinda tempted, maybe next year, once I've got to grips with my Squier Mustang Bass. I really found using flatwounds on my Mustang Bass was the key to getting the sound I wanted. With rounds, that aggressive high end was making the string sound, fretting noise and clicking/clacking a bit obtrusive. With flats it's a much purer sound, a bit like a P-bass but less growly and more subby.
Fully admittedly not a pbass guy, i ususally play some kind of hofner or hofner copy, but i do love a mustang bass. Such a cool sound with flats, i like tapewounds specifically.
I bought a short scale because I have smaller hands, getting older and was starting to get wrist/hand pain. I ended buying with a Fender modern player short scale Jazz which Fender only made for a really short period, If you can find one used I highly recommend checking it out. It is a fantastic bass sounds great and so easy to play, only downside is the lack of frets up at the dusty end (18, but how often do we go up there when we are actually doing our job as bassists) I love it and would not part with it. Of course there is also stuff in between, Rickenbacker anybody? (33.25)
I have moded Squier Bronco with Mustang style pickup and Labella deeptalkin flats (for shorty). Sounds and plays sooooo gooood! The overal sound depends on strings big time.
Awesome!
Just got a short scale Hofner ignition bass
Really love it
Rad! Have fun ⚡️
Love my Mustang. Most of the Fender and Squier Mustangs are string through the body, except, I think, the PJ Player series. LaBella makes strings specifically for the string through design, which are closer to 32” medium scale strings. I could be wrong, but I think pure short scale strings might be too short for these. I’m using the same 34” scale Fender flats that come with the JMJ. The felt at the end doesn’t show as much, but they work perfectly on the Mustang if you don’t mind some of the thicker part of the string wrapped up.
Great video. I had no idea you could use full length strings with a string thru shorty. I like your white pups but to try something different maybe a black Pkgrd with white pup. I also wanted to mention I’ve had a Fender Mustang PJ, Squire Jaguar SS and an SX Ursa 1 Jr but I never clicked with those. Then the Sterling by Music Man came out with a Stingray SS bass and decided to try that. Wow, was I amazed. For only having a single passive humbucker the tonal options are impressive due to it’s 3 position rotary knob. You can choose to run the humbucker in parallel, single coil or series modes. It also has a push/push volume boost which is a nice touch when you want a bit more. Also love the satin neck and the thumbwheel to adjust the truss rod. I can also confirm it fits in my Gator Pro Go Electric guitar bag.
Hi AJ! Really appreciate your thoughtful comments. Sounds like you have really good taste, and you know more than me about those basses. This info may be helpful for someone, so thanks for sharing!
I own three Short scale basses, A MIM PJ Mustang, a MIJ Ampeg (Armstrong style) and the biggest surprise of them all, a MIC Gretsch Jr. Jet. I am completely baffled by the quality of the Gretsch Jr. Jet. What was surprising right out of the box is that the nut was cut perfectly (action at the nut was optimal which never happens normally at this price), impeccable fretwork and once the action was set to my taste, no buzzing whatsoever. The Gretsch balances well when playing sitting. The neck is slim (I love it but that's a matter of taste). It sounds the best of the three to my ears and it's pretty to boot. The Walnut fretboard is gorgeous. The more expensive MIM PJ Mustang feels (looks) a little more high end, maybe, but from an utility standpoint, the Gretsch actually wins for me.
I've been seriously exploring trying to get my hands on a short scale bass. I have dealt with tendonitis since I was in high school, and bass is my best and favorite instrument. For me, I adore my 51 p bass reissue, but I just don't have it in me to play it for long periods of time. I think a good short scale could really help me get that longevity back and allow me to play bass up to my level
I had to laugh at the one comment “I’m so burned out with which is best.” The best as far as I can say is it’s the one you’re playing. I started with a Squire short scale, the rest of them are what I call rescue basses. Pawnshops, garage sales, Craigslist etc. The short scale, plays well, stays in tune, connects to a sound board with no problem. Your comment about easier to play because of the shorter strings is correct. I never thought about it like that I just assumed it was because of the smaller size all around. Thanks for the video.
Thanks for sharing. Well said ⚡️
Cream pickup covers! I that's what I put on my Curtis Novak p'ups on my modded '66 Reissue MIJ Fender Mustang.
How do you like the Curtis Novak pickups on your mustang?
@@philipconradmusic Very much. They are the "fat" version so, they are hotter and fuller sounding. The originals were pretty quiet.
Found out about your channel from Rhett Shull. Rock on brother
Thanks Jason! Glad to have you here.
I remember learning on a kay starter series p bass style thing. Short scale !
I have a Fender Mustang P-J and a Sterling short scale. I've had carpal tunnel surgery on both hands, and I have small hands so the switch to short scale basses helps a lot. Mainly I like the sound, it just seems "thicker.' I use a SansAmp bass driver with both basses, and I get a lot of compliments on my bass sound from other bass players. Most of them don't even know short scale basses exist.
I have a JMJ Mustang, when I saw it advertised I had to get one my first bass was a 67 Mustang in the same color. I play it often.
Awesome! ⚡️
I love my mustang. It’s comfortable, light, and so easy to play. It also looks cool being a big dude playing a little bass
Me too! ⚡️
Off-white or cream colored pickup covers would be sweet
Yeah dude!! That would be killer… having a really hard time finding some though! All I could find were stark white unfortunately.
I’m neither a beginner nor a guitarist, and I don’t have small hands or an injury. I play a short scale bass because I think it is superior to a 34”, and I’ll never go back.
For 18 years I played a Fender Precision. Occasionally, a guitar shop employee would try to talk me into getting a short scale (I’m short, but I have big hands), but I dismissed their advice, considering a short scale for children or beginners. Now, I regret sticking with the big, clumsy P-Bass all those years and not getting a Mustang from the beginning.
Only with CZcams did I finally seriously pay attention to short scales. Subsequently, I tried one in a local shop and immediately loved it. After thorough research, I bought a 30" scale Squier Jaguar SS, and I absolutely adore it. I sold my P-Bass (for a $500 profit, by the way), and the Jaguar is now my only bass.
Back when I began, There were no Jaguar SSs, but I look back, thinking how stupid I was to be so stubborn and how much I would have enjoyed playing a Mustang with flatwounds.
An RSI in my left hand which led to me takinga break from playing for a few years, really influenced me into picking up a short scale when I decided to make the jump back into playing. So far the feel and comfort are hard to beat! That being said, I'm a 5 string guy through and through, and while I've been seriously impressed by the actual tone on my Ibanez tmb35, the lack of choices in steing gauges, combined with my bad habit of playing with a very strong LH, which will sometimes shift the pitch of the notes im fretting, is making it garder to really get gignready with a shortie.
I play guitar mostly, but I am retiring soon and plan on having a small media/studio co. So I bought 2 basses, both short scale. I got a Sterling Stingray short scale and a Spector Bantam short scale. Between those 2, you can get pretty much any thing you need. Both are killer basses.
Awesome!
My main bass is a Guild Starfire I reissue with flats. 30” scale 1 humbucker, semi hollow. I like it for 2 things. 1) mimicking an upright tone. Something about the less tension makes it easy to get those low down and fat woody tones. 2) Notey improvisation, my fingers can fly on
the thing. Roll up the tone, pluck near the bridge or use a pick and you are in 70s Deadhead Land, lol.
I always wanted a starfire. Sounds awesome!
I love your tone. I would love to listen to more about how you get that awesome p bass tone.
Thank you so much!
I've tried both short and long scale basses, and, as a small guy in a wheelchair, I tend to prefer short scales, I bought a new one on Tuesday, the Gretsch G2220 Junior Jet, and I love it