Author Topic: Modified Epic 6 string on ebay (Read 270 times)

David Houck · « **on:** May 10, 2004, 08:17:35 AM »

This is kind of interesting. Apparently someone swapped out the bass and treble controls for a filter and Q switch from a Signature bass. I'm under the impression that such a change is not a direct replacement; so this is a bit intriguing. A picture of the control cavity might be interesting. Included are the original bass and treble controls and the second filter and Q switch from the Signature. Also comes with a non-factory repair of a cracked headstock and six screw holes in the back; but no hardshell case.

bassman10096 · « **Reply #1 on:** May 10, 2004, 12:47:39 PM »

It is interesting. But wouldn't you have/need a different preamp set up to run the filter/Q arrangement?

David Houck · « **Reply #2 on:** May 10, 2004, 05:02:29 PM »

I don't know the answer. It was my impression that just swapping out the pots wouldn't work; but I don't know that to be true.

mica · « **Reply #3 on:** May 10, 2004, 05:56:33 PM »

The preamp for the Epic is on the bass/treble module. When you swap for the filter/Q, it's no problem, since there's a preamp on the filter/Q board. The filter/Q in the Signature is totally compatable in this situation.

David Houck · « **Reply #4 on:** May 10, 2004, 06:07:27 PM »

Thanks Mica! I have learned something new today!

bassman10096 · « **Reply #5 on:** May 11, 2004, 12:43:38 AM »

Interesting (and nice) to think there's that much headroom for upgrades in the basic instrument design!! Thanks indeed, Mica.

Bill

mint_bass · « **Reply #6 on:** May 11, 2004, 05:12:57 AM »

that is cool i will have to bear that in mind for future upgrades but i see no reason to upgrade just now jazzmine is perfect the way she is