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what do i do? new pups
just got my invader and jazz pups in the mail. i dont know how to solder...should i take them to the local music place and have them do it for me? if so..how much am i looking at spending to have them install em?
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Agile 2800 DLX (jazz n / invader b)
Yamaha ERG 121 (my first axe..we will never part)
Yamaha F-335b acoustic
Korg AX1500g
Rocktron RT122c
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Re: what do i do? new pups
I think the opportunities for major screwups are somewhat limited, so why not try it yourself? That's what I did a long time ago.
Soldering isn't that hard, IMHO. (Well at least on the level you need for a guitar)
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Re: what do i do? new pups
what kinda stuff do i need to buy for soldering?
Agile 2800 DLX (jazz n / invader b)
Yamaha ERG 121 (my first axe..we will never part)
Yamaha F-335b acoustic
Korg AX1500g
Rocktron RT122c
Pics
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Re: what do i do? new pups
1. a decent soldering iron (Weller, for example ~$25)
2. solder
that's enough to get started.Comment
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thanks. anyone know any good places online to learn how to solder pickups?
Agile 2800 DLX (jazz n / invader b)
Yamaha ERG 121 (my first axe..we will never part)
Yamaha F-335b acoustic
Korg AX1500g
Rocktron RT122c
Pics
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Re: what do i do? new pups
also get some extra wire just in case.Originally posted by ArkitktComment
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Re: what do i do? new pups
Just do a google search for "soldering" there a some decent tutorials that come right up... Though what i would like to add is...
Get a soldering iron thats between 25-40 watts... dont go bigger than that...
Make sure and get rosin core solder... stay away from acid core for electrical work... I also like to have some solder wick on hand its not necessary but if you make a mistake it can help remove the solder...
Then find a broken appliance around the house that you can sacrifice to the solder gods and make some practices runs with..."It keeps you fit - the alcohol, nasty women, sweat on stage, bad food - it's all very good for you." -Bon Scott
"Let me put it this way: the 5150 will treat
you better than any girlfriend, because it screams louder, it's easier to pick up, and it shuts up when you take your plug out." -Rip GlitterComment
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Re: what do i do? new pups
Radioshack makes some pretty nice irons for like $10. I would also get some desoldering braid so if you mess up you can easily fix it. I found this site helpful:
Current Gear: USA Custom Dinky S: Mahogany Body, Pau Ferro Neck & board, DD, Jazz. Schecter C1 E/A: C5, Jazz. Wolfgang Special USA: Air Zone, Air Norton. Ibanez RG7621 7 string. Schecter Stiletto Studio 5 string Bass. Line 6 Vetta 2 with Mesa Recto Cab
Past Gear : Schecter C1 Blackjack. ESP LTD KH602. Ibanez S 7 string. Ibanez RG7420 7 string. Mesa Rect-o-verb Head. Peavey Classic 50 4x10. Line 6 POD 2.0Comment
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Re: what do i do? new pups
Thanks, that last site helps alot! Wish there wasnt a foot of snow on the ground..or I'd be on my way to RadioShack.
Agile 2800 DLX (jazz n / invader b)
Yamaha ERG 121 (my first axe..we will never part)
Yamaha F-335b acoustic
Korg AX1500g
Rocktron RT122c
Pics
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