Improper realist pick up installation
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Hi,
I recently bought a bass fitted with a realist pickup. The pickup has got 2 protruding dots which I believe is a characteristic of early realist pickups - see photo The pickup seems to have a low output compared to the realist pickup I have installed on my other bass. Whoever installed the pickup made some tiny grooves in the bridge foot to cover the holes - see photo. Am I right into thinking that is not a good idea? Instructions for the pickup say that "it is important that the bridge foot come into full contact with the raised dots". If that was a bad idea, would filling in the grooves an option? Should I use a wood filler? Copper foil? Any suggestion/idea welcome! Thanks, Valere |
I had one of these on a bass some years ago. I don't remember it sticking up so high. These can also damage the top as well. Again, consult a bass luthier.
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