Sire Basses

[Frenchy-Lefty]

Hi guys & gals,

- action is low so the G string is very close to the body. Hence, not much space to put your finger to pop, takes a bit a getting used to.

You can fix that by installing a shim in the neck pocket.

[Yolly111]

Thanks, but got used to it already!

[Carmine]

I received mine yesterday. I'll hold off on posting a full review until I've fully gotten my feet wet on it, but so far I have to say there are a few troubling things about mine that I hope to resolve with some tweaking, most noticeably excessive fret buzz.


...to be continued...

Hey PJ- can you give us any update on your observations thusfar?

[pjmuck]

I've been super busy of late, and I realize I owe everyone a thorough review. I'll be doing my 2nd gig with the bass tomorrow night, so I can better run it through the test and report back. But so far, so good...very good.

[darkkent]

Any more feedback on these new Sire joints?

[Yolly111]

I am still in honeymoon mode. I really think I got my money's worth and more.

The only negative still remaining is the bit of buzzing I get when I move the pickup pot away from its middle position.

Otherwise, I find it quite versatile due to the array of sounds it can produce. And it is gorgeous and well made.

Any other owner has the buzzing issue?

[Matt R.]

Are you talking electronic buzz or fret buzz?

[Stingray5]

I'd love to see some pictures if you guys get a chance

[pjmuck]

My review posted in reviews section. http://www.leftybassist.com/viewtopic.php?f=16&t=6390

[Yolly111]

Electronic buzz!

I did put copper foil all over the inside but it did not change much...

[pjmuck]

You're talking about 60 cycle hum, I assume? The only time the PUPs will not hum is when they're in the middle position/hum canceling position (both Pups on). That's typical of a Jazz bass/single coils. Keep your fingers on the bass and your body will act as a ground.

I actually found mine to be quieter than my Fender Js, however, so maybe there is something else going on with yours. I'd start by making sure you're grounding the instrument.

[Yolly111]

Yes, tried that but still humming. I have contacted Sire, let's see what they say... Thx