Have you played any instruments with the Alumitones fitted? I have the guitar version of them in my SG build, they look cool but I'm a bit underwhelmed with how they sound.
Have you played any instruments with the Alumitones fitted? I have the guitar version of them in my SG build, they look cool but I'm a bit underwhelmed with how they sound.
Build 1 - Shoegazer MK1 JMA-1
Build 2 - The Relliecaster TL-1
Build 3 - The Black Cherry SG AG-1
Build 4 - The Sonicaster TL-1ish
Build 5 - The Steampunker Bass YB-4
Build 6 - The Howling Gowing ST-1
"What I lack in talent I make up for with enthusiasm"
I've always played Cort basses with Bartolini or Mightmite pickups. So at this point I'm going by reviews and recommendations.Originally Posted by Sonic Mountain
Sonic, can you elaborate on what was a let down with the Lace pickups you tried? I mean, was it a deal breaker if you had to make the choice later?
It’s always difficult to describe tone, there is a fair bit of personal taste involved, but for me there is no warmth or soul with the alumitones. They are very clear and bright. It almost sounds artificial, like you are playing a guitar emulator if that makes sense. I’ve taken it around to a mates place and put it through his AC30 and it still didn’t excite me. I’d actually probably rather the kit Humbuckers. So yeah I wouldn’t use them again. If I get some time today I’ll do a quick vid of it to give you an idea. The most telling aspect is that I’m just not inspired to play the guitar. It’s quite nice to hold etc, but it just underwhelms me sound wise.
Build 1 - Shoegazer MK1 JMA-1
Build 2 - The Relliecaster TL-1
Build 3 - The Black Cherry SG AG-1
Build 4 - The Sonicaster TL-1ish
Build 5 - The Steampunker Bass YB-4
Build 6 - The Howling Gowing ST-1
"What I lack in talent I make up for with enthusiasm"
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