OLP upgrading

Tru_Slice

Tru_Slice

New member
I don't know if you guys remember this or not, but a while back I was talking about upgrading my OLP Benji Madden with a new pickup and a toggle switch coil-split.

Well, I can now say that it was a success!

I don't have pics to show (yet), but I (me & friend), wired in a DPDT 3-way toggle switch that enables humbucker/single coil mode.

It works, and it works pretty well!

Just wanted to express my joy.:D
 
Re: OLP upgrading

That is cool! :)

What pickup did you use for the task?
 
Re: OLP upgrading

I used an SD Full Shred.

I was really suprised when I heard the tone of the single-coil mode.

It's very bright, but it still has plenty of tone.



...It's a shame that its such a cheap guitar though.

I would love to have its' sound on a higher-end model.
 
Re: OLP upgrading

Oh Yeah.

The Full Shred is definately one of the better pickups out there.

It picks up everything you do.:kabong:

It works especially well with the palm-mutes.
 
Re: OLP upgrading

It's funny you mention OLP, because my last purchase was an OLP 5 string bass that was totally upgraded by the original owner.

I got so lucky....I bought an early OLP 5 string MM copy that had a Duncan Basslines MM w/active circuit. Plus, the costly installation/routing. On top of that, it's a solid ash version, not photoflame/basswood. The neck also had a slight fret dress. I saw it hanging in GC for $200, so I swiped it for 200 even. I'm not kidding when I tell you it plays and sounds better than all the stock MM's on the wall. I'll probably keep this bass and use it for years.
 
You must log in or register to reply here.
Back
Top