Best PJ Bass Ever? Charvel Pro Mod San Dimas IV

[@totomoyap8648]

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.

[@DavePorterBand]

Thanks for watching and good to know there's a trim on the preamp. I should have covered that in the video. 🙏

[@FullCampColby]

Been seeing other reviews , some people complaining about the preamp buzzing. Perhaps a qc / grounding issue. Wondering if this has been addressed or it’s a case by case situation.

[@perrysar5954]

LUV that P bass slap❤

[@DavePorterBand]

Thanks for watching!

[@kasomeno]

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)?

[@tonyrichengod9280]

I think you sir, just sold me on this bass. Liked and subscribed.

[@DavePorterBand]

Awesome, thanks for watching!

[@nathan_789]

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.

[@DavePorterBand]

Awesome, thanks for watching!

[@edwilson7636]

I love mine. I backed that gain from pot down, and mine is fine.

[@DavePorterBand]

Awesome, thanks for watching!

[@DanielHuman1996]

It reminds me of a Fender Precision, but with super powers!

[@iamgribs]

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!

[@gordonhuskisson8809]

Looks like the newer San Dimas Pro Mod models have a grounded metal case around the pre--amp circuit board to improve screening, etc.

[@thephotodetective8507]

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

[@DavePorterBand]

I've put the Fender vs Charvel on my list. Thanks for watching!

[@moxxxle]

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!

[@DavePorterBand]

Awesome, thank you and thanks for watching!

[@timjones9981]

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.

[@DavePorterBand]

Totally agree, thanks for watching!

[@kanga-blue]

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?

[@DavePorterBand]

Yeah, those necks are really special. The bass is made in Mexico but I'm not sure who makes the preamp. Nothing inside that would clearly indicate a specific company so I assume it's probably DiMarzio? Thanks for watching!

[@timrush1315]

Did they fix the grounding issues on these? I had one but had to return due to this issue a few years ago

[@DavePorterBand]

There were a lot of negative reviews when these first came out so maybe there were some issues Charvel fixed. I know the one I purchased is a really great sounding bass. Thanks for watching!

[@gordonhuskisson8809]

Looks like the newer San Dimas Pro Mod models have a grounded metal case around the pre-amp circuit board to improve screening etc. They may have done something to improve screening around the pick-ups as well.