Heavy on the mids

[Joe Spina]

Originally Posted by Tim Bishop

The DIP Switch set-up you describe is the "New" setting. The "New" setting will give you a bit more Mid bite.

The "Original" DIP Switch set-up is as follows:

1 off ; 2 on
3 on ; 4 on
5 off ; 6 on

I run the Trim on my Smith Basses at about 75%. I also use Smith Medium Taper Cores and set the bass up to my playing style. Tried other quality strings but came back to the TCRM's.

Tried the settings you suggested. Subtle changes in tone were noticed. Tried some new strings and there was a more noticable difference. Put the trim at 60%, seemed to work out good there. This bass used to be yours? Why did you give it up? For its age it looks unplayed even though I'm probably the 3rd owner or so.

[Tim Bishop]

Originally Posted by Joe Spina

....This bass used to be yours? Why did you give it up?.....

Yes, that bass use to be mine. Why did I "give it up"? Good question, should've kept that one. I was approached with interest in that particular bass, so, I let it go. I have a back-up .

[Joe Spina]

Originally Posted by Tim Bishop

Yes, that bass use to be mine. Why did I "give it up"? Good question, should've kept that one. I was approached with interest in that particular bass, so, I let it go. I have a back-up .

Looks like whoever took it from you didnt play it much. Cant find a mark on it anywhere. At least you know where it is now and in good hands.

[Tim Bishop]

Originally Posted by Joe Spina

Looks like whoever took it from you didnt play it much....

Sounds like it. I played it a few times and loved it, but again, I am VERY careful with my gear and where and how I store it.

[Tim Bishop]

Originally Posted by Joe Spina

Dr hi-beams then Lo-beams, both worked pretty well.

Yeah, I've tried those strings as well; not a good fit for Smith Basses (IMO and to my ear). You really do need to try the Smith Medium Taper Cores (TCRM's). Once you do, you can then decide for yourself what works best for you.

[Tim Bishop]

Originally Posted by Tim Bishop

Yeah, I've tried those strings as well; not a good fit for Smith Basses (IMO and to my ear). You really do need to try the Smith Medium Taper Cores (TCRM's). Once you do, you can then decide for yourself what works best for you.

Oh, and BTW, if you do try the Smith TCRM's, because of the Taper Core design, you will need to re-set the action accordingly at the bridge. If you've played Taper Core strings, you know what I'm talking about. If not, you will.

[Paul Phillips]

Joe,
Im the second owner of the Bass,Got it from Tim back in Dec,String spacing was just not comfortable for me.Like Tim, I learned at an early age to take care of all of my Bass no matter High end or not!,Take care of the instrument the instrument will take care of you.I played the Bass daily!,The Bass I have now has 19mm spacing,It is the right feel for me,Enjoy

[Tim Bishop]

Originally Posted by Paul Phillips

....String spacing was just not comfortable for me.....The Bass I have now has 19mm spacing, it is the right feel for me, Enjoy

I can appreciate the difference in feel between the 19mm and 18mm. I love both for different reasons.

[Tim Bishop]

Originally Posted by Paul Phillips

....Im the second owner of the Bass, Got it from Tim back in Dec....

I should've bought it back from you, Paul. Came close to doing just that. Oh well, live and learn.

[Paul Phillips]

Tim,
Wished you would have contacted me,She would have been with you!,She is a Beautiful Bass,Love the feel of the 19mm,If the Smith was 19 i would never parted with her..

[Tim Bishop]

Originally Posted by Paul Phillips

Tim,
Wished you would have contacted me,She would have been with you!,She is a Beautiful Bass,Love the feel of the 19mm,If the Smith was 19 i would never parted with her..

I know, I can only blame myself. I came close to doing it; just waited too long.