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terrace
Junior
Username: terrace

Post Number: 11
Registered: 3-2008
Posted on Wednesday, May 27, 2009 - 8:21 pm:   Edit Post

Can I upgrade the 2 position Q switch to a 3 position without sending it to the mothership ?
Is the existing 0/+8 db and the other 0/+3/+6 db?Pros/Cons ? Is a phonecall the best way to order? Many thanks,Cory.
jazzyvee
Senior Member
Username: jazzyvee

Post Number: 1505
Registered: 6-2002
Posted on Thursday, May 28, 2009 - 12:53 am:   Edit Post

I'd be interested in how you get on with this as I wouldn't mind this upgrade on my SC at a later date.
jazzyvee
jacko
Senior Member
Username: jacko

Post Number: 2250
Registered: 10-2002
Posted on Thursday, May 28, 2009 - 4:40 am:   Edit Post

me too.

graeme
lmiwa
Intermediate Member
Username: lmiwa

Post Number: 182
Registered: 2-2008
Posted on Thursday, May 28, 2009 - 9:29 am:   Edit Post

me three!
mario_farufyno
Intermediate Member
Username: mario_farufyno

Post Number: 117
Registered: 9-2008
Posted on Tuesday, June 02, 2009 - 4:43 pm:   Edit Post

Great idea!

Sometimes 8dB can be too much...
adriaan
Senior Member
Username: adriaan

Post Number: 2234
Registered: 6-2002
Posted on Wednesday, June 03, 2009 - 2:20 am:   Edit Post

Like Mario, I found the standard 8 dB setting a little harsh, so I had my Spoiler package modified with a 0/3/6 dB switch. You can certainly hear the difference between those positions, even if it is fairly subtle.

To quote moder Dave:

quote:

An alternative view. How "harsh" the 8db setting sounds can depend on your rig and how you have it set up, your strings, your particular bass, your fingers, your ears, and what kind of sound you're trying to create. For instance, I typically have mine set at 15db; but then, that's just me and all of the factors I mentioned above. So while 6db works as a maximum setting for Adriaan, it might not necessarily be the best choice as a maximum for everyone. A popular choice for a three position switch is 0/6/9, which is the standard setup for Series I electronics.


jacko
Senior Member
Username: jacko

Post Number: 2265
Registered: 10-2002
Posted on Wednesday, June 03, 2009 - 2:23 am:   Edit Post

Did you you make the change yourself Adriaan? was it straightforward?

Graeme
adriaan
Senior Member
Username: adriaan

Post Number: 2235
Registered: 6-2002
Posted on Wednesday, June 03, 2009 - 2:46 am:   Edit Post

The changes to the electronics were done at the mothership.

In my case, dismounting the electronics proved to be a bit of a problem. First, I didn't have the hex drivers for the knobs. Mica very kindly sent me the proper drivers, only for me to find out that the previous owner had used superglue on the bolts. So I had a go at them with a small hacksaw, until the bolts were exposed and the superglue bond was broken.

Other than that, all you have to do is dismount the pots and the jack, and disconnect the pickup leads using the connectors that attach to the circuit board. Not sure if the Rogue/Europa has the single circuit board like on a Spoiler, or has the small boards attached to the pots like on an Epic? In any case, Mica will be happy to tell you which parts you need to send in.

When sending in the package from abroad, make sure that you clear the goods at customs - I didn't, and ended up paying import duties and VAT on return, which they won't waver.
mica
Moderator
Username: mica

Post Number: 6137
Registered: 6-2000
Posted on Wednesday, June 03, 2009 - 7:25 am:   Edit Post

It's probably best for the import duty and VAT to have us send you the parts you need and make the modification locally if all you are doing is the 3-position Q switch upgrade.

Depending on the model/year/symptoms, we might suggest sending in the electronics for an RF upgrade. We can also upgrade the switch at the same time.
terrace
Junior
Username: terrace

Post Number: 12
Registered: 3-2008
Posted on Wednesday, June 03, 2009 - 4:02 pm:   Edit Post

Mica: My Rogue is a '97 ; will it need the RF upgrade? If not how can I order the 3 position switch ? Is the telephone the best way ? Thanks,
Cory.

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