Tryxx
05-09-2005, 09:42 PM
Specs-
Velvet Quilt Blue
Bartolini pick-ups
Active Bartolini NTMB pre-amp
Volume, Balance, Mids, Treble, Bass
Overall 10/10
This is THE best bass I've ever played, and I've had quite an array of basses in my hand, rangeing from Alembic, to Ken Smith, Warwick, Pedulla, and the like. I do believe it must suit your tastes though, as the Graphite Neck and Phelonic fretboard do lead a different sound than wood. I'd also like to mention that I've called the Modulus factory several times, and the customer service is unsurpassed.
Playability 10/10
This bass is a speed demon, I found myself moving faster than I ever had, and my slapping style evolved greatly. There is so much you can do with this bass that I can't list the things. Tapping, slapping, GREAT fingerstyle, the like. It's all there, this bass can do it all, and coupled with the electronics you can get any tone you like. 35" scale leads for a nice tight B and great fingerstyle tension for any player that likes to reach 180 BPMs or so for fingerstyle and funk.
Electronics 9/10
Great, they suit my tastes perfectly, these, like the bass, are extremely versatile. But I do believe you should probably try messing with maybe the OBP-3 pre-amp and the like to way your options. In the end that is just what you like.
Tone 9/10
It's not all wood, so it's definitly not the same, but I love it. Once again, it's just something you have to try. I'll try and post recordings soon, but the best I can do to describe (and it may not be completely accurate) but, industrial. I find that it leads that kind of sound. Though you can get much more out of it. I suggest you listen to the Modulus Song by Toast Machine. http://www.toastmachine.net
Hardware/Build 10/10
It's built to last, the 5A quilted maple top is beautifull, the harware is strong and true. I've had no trouble with the bridge and the tuners have never slipped, even being in my gig bag and what not.
This is just a great bass, one that if you have your eyes on, or even have an idea that you want is a must. I can't stress that enough. It's different, in a good way for me. Get out there and try to find one. You won't be sorry.
Now-here's a recording of me just doing a few simple things on the bass so get a taste as to how it sounds. http://www.soundclick.com/bands/4/tryxxmusic.htm
"Modulus Take"
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v36/game101/modulus2.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v36/game101/modulus5.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v36/game101/modulus6.jpg
Velvet Quilt Blue
Bartolini pick-ups
Active Bartolini NTMB pre-amp
Volume, Balance, Mids, Treble, Bass
Overall 10/10
This is THE best bass I've ever played, and I've had quite an array of basses in my hand, rangeing from Alembic, to Ken Smith, Warwick, Pedulla, and the like. I do believe it must suit your tastes though, as the Graphite Neck and Phelonic fretboard do lead a different sound than wood. I'd also like to mention that I've called the Modulus factory several times, and the customer service is unsurpassed.
Playability 10/10
This bass is a speed demon, I found myself moving faster than I ever had, and my slapping style evolved greatly. There is so much you can do with this bass that I can't list the things. Tapping, slapping, GREAT fingerstyle, the like. It's all there, this bass can do it all, and coupled with the electronics you can get any tone you like. 35" scale leads for a nice tight B and great fingerstyle tension for any player that likes to reach 180 BPMs or so for fingerstyle and funk.
Electronics 9/10
Great, they suit my tastes perfectly, these, like the bass, are extremely versatile. But I do believe you should probably try messing with maybe the OBP-3 pre-amp and the like to way your options. In the end that is just what you like.
Tone 9/10
It's not all wood, so it's definitly not the same, but I love it. Once again, it's just something you have to try. I'll try and post recordings soon, but the best I can do to describe (and it may not be completely accurate) but, industrial. I find that it leads that kind of sound. Though you can get much more out of it. I suggest you listen to the Modulus Song by Toast Machine. http://www.toastmachine.net
Hardware/Build 10/10
It's built to last, the 5A quilted maple top is beautifull, the harware is strong and true. I've had no trouble with the bridge and the tuners have never slipped, even being in my gig bag and what not.
This is just a great bass, one that if you have your eyes on, or even have an idea that you want is a must. I can't stress that enough. It's different, in a good way for me. Get out there and try to find one. You won't be sorry.
Now-here's a recording of me just doing a few simple things on the bass so get a taste as to how it sounds. http://www.soundclick.com/bands/4/tryxxmusic.htm
"Modulus Take"
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v36/game101/modulus2.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v36/game101/modulus5.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v36/game101/modulus6.jpg