Alembic Jazz Pickups - need input

[gtrguy]

Alembic Jazz Pickups - need input
I expect this has been already covered, but I wonder if the knowledgeable folks here can tell me what possible modifications you can do the the Alembic Jazz pickup setup?

[adriaan]

If it has the proper preamp, it's probably VVF, you might change it to VBF, possibly adding a second preamp (the Pan Preamp kit). And you might want to add a Q switch (as it is, it's most likely to have the Q boost on all the time) and those come in a 2- or 3-way format.


If there's enough room in the cavity, you might change it for Signature or Anniversary.


Choices, choices ...

[gtrguy]

It has plenty of room and only one preamp.

[adriaan]

So what's keeping you? 

[hieronymous]

I definitely consider the Q-switch to be a required mod (for myself) - otherwise it has a baked in +8 (I believe) - being able to have zero Q makes it much more versatile for me. (I have a PJ set & a P - the P doesn't have the mod but I want to get it done soon!)

[lbpesq]

I've built two basses with Alembic P-Bass PUs.   I added the 3-way Q switch on both.  It makes a HUGE difference!

Bill, tgo

[gtrguy]

Q switch sounds good. Anyone have a schematic?

[lbpesq]

Contact Mica.  She can answer any questions and provide instructions.  It's not too difficult. 

Bill, tgo