Ibanez Artcore jazzbox getting lost in the mix - pickup recommendations

[Openvoice]

I tried a Sparkle Drive with the gain down and it made a noticeable difference so I think that's an easy solution going forward.

[garybaldy]

Got myself a Rodenberg GAS-707B
Booster pedal. It works woderfully well on guitar too. You should try!

The band director will be even more annoyed with the OP!

[Zigracer]

Got myself a Rodenberg GAS-707B
Booster pedal. It works woderfully well on guitar too. You should try!

Last thing I need is a GAS Booster Pedal

[Cunamara]

Eldon Shamblin used a Strat for decades in the Texas Playboys. It's legit amd I'd probably do that. Maybe have a discussion with the bandleader about the problem, which might alleviate some of his reaction to the Strat. Like many people, he may listen with his eyes.

[Zack]

Can hear you on the first one. Nice play!
But not on the second one.

[Woody Sound]

It's more about hearing myself.

Ah, I see, I misunderstood. Where does your amp sit and where is it pointing?

[Zack]

Could try switching to Air guitar at times

[Zack]

[Woody Sound]

Could try switching to Air guitar at times

I've actually resorted to that at times throughout my life. Usually because I didn't quite know the part yet. Nobody knew.

[Christian Miller]

Boost at around 800hz

(Or buy a Gibson. That’s the selling point of Gibsons as opposed to Ibanezes and other laminate jazz box builders for me - the natural midrange peak is great in the mix.)

EQ pedal is cheaper.

I think it has more to do with guitar construction than the electronics.


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[Bob_Ross]

The other guitar player uses an SG and he cuts through no problem ...

Good lord, your group has twice the normal compliment of saxophones and a 2nd guitarist?!?!
That's not a big band, that's an enormous band!!!

[Openvoice]

Boost at around 800hz

(Or buy a Gibson. That’s the selling point of Gibsons as opposed to Ibanezes and other laminate jazz box builders for me - the natural midrange peak is great in the mix.)

EQ pedal is cheaper.

I think it has more to do with guitar construction than the electronics.


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Yes I have been eyeing a 175, especially with the mahogany back and sides....midrange for days I assume. But also yes, the Sparkle Drive I'm assuming is around 725Hz and does a fairly good job of making the guitar sit a bit better.

[Openvoice]

Ah, I see, I misunderstood. Where does your amp sit and where is it pointing?

Just behind me and to the side. For performances it is usually on the drum riser so easier to hear.

[Openvoice]

Might this help?

All things I will try. Havent tried the zero bass and treble yet, not on the BJ at least. Just the twin.