Best PJ Bass Ever? Charvel Pro Mod San Dimas IV
Hey bass players, check out this Charvel Pro Mod San Dimas IV in platinum pearl. This bass is more than just a pretty face! I honestly think this is one of the best playing basses I’ve ever owned. It’s also has great tones thanks to a pair of DiMarzio Model P J pickups and active preamp. Let me know what you think in the comments!
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Link to bass:
https://www.charvel.com/gear/shape/san-dimas-bass/pro-mod-san-dimas-bass-pj-iv/2963068527
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Timecodes
0:00 Intro & Specs
2:27 Passive Tones
3:01 Active Tones
6:46 Slapping
7:15 Chords
8:53 Final Thoughts
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Originally posted by UCHwa0ixBPmyiZUsgRHh1dXg at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UBrhBSyNA9I
Open the back cavity cover, then use the Philips screw driver fully turn down the preamp gain trim pot . YOu will get equal output within passive/active mode.
Why Luminlay sidedots aren't standard in 1000$ basses is beyond me.
Is this a paid review?
(Sorry if this is stated someplace; I don't see it)
Several guys say the preamp is trash. Is this bass balanced and Not neck heavy?
What was that you were playing at 8:15??? Great sound
Great video, these basses look really nice! They are loaded with great features and specs. How would you compare this against the Fender PJ you have behind you?
I wish Charvel would make this in a jazz body shape with all the specs here. I would buy it in a heartbeat.
I am just not a fan of the precision body shape.
Something looks weird to me about the shape.
What an excellent review — great production, great playing. Nice!
Mine came with a RIDICULOUSLY low action and was buzzy as hell. After adjusting the truss rod, it’s clicky as hell. There’s definitely big string on fret clicking going on…
almost picked a used one up but ended up getting a reverend mercalli 4 instead and i think its more my style. that being said its so fun
you have passive switch, but no Tone knob por using when passive
LUV that P bass slap❤
I hope newer versions of this bass have the noise issue resolved! Anyone care to comment on if there are any noise issues (if they've recently purchased this bass)?
Beautiful playing Dave. I owned a Charvel GG and previously a Mexican Pro Mod. The necks on them are insane. They feel perfect. I play an Ibanez roasted maple with stainless frets and it feels just weird. Great review great playing but you should say where this one is made. Mexico right? Who makes the preamp?
I love mine. I backed that gain from pot down, and mine is fine.
It reminds me of a Fender Precision, but with super powers!
I think you sir, just sold me on this bass.
Liked and subscribed.
Did they fix the grounding issues on these? I had one but had to return due to this issue a few years ago
It is a nice sounding bass. I think perhaps there was a QC issue with previous models shown in other videos.
The pickups are an acquired taste, i have model Js and they took time to figure out. I think I would prefer to use them with a preamp, that is what I'm considering for that bass.
Great demo!
Instantly following your channel. Great work. I would love to see a Charvel PJ Bass vs. Fender PJ Bass Video, searching forever on youtube to see such a video. Cant decide between the 2 and never played a Fender PJ. If you dont do it i will do it in the future ???????? Keep on grinding
Thanks for this review!
I've gone through about 17 electric guitars in the last 2 years, mostly American and Japanese, what blew my away was how good the Mexican Charvel's were.
Now I'm in the market for a bass guitar and I think I have to go with Charvel, knowing how good their products are for the price.
I bought one of these in natural mahogany two weeks ago – I have never played a bass with such a nice neck!! It really is an awesome bass with a lovely growl to it.
great playing! loved the chord section especially. i've been really interested in getting into bass; have a charvel dk24, love it and was wondering if their basses are as good as their 6-strings, and i think your fantastic review really makes this model shine!