EMG 81 With 24 Volt Mod VS. Fishman Fluence Modern. Fight!!

[@toblessedtobestressed9107]

I was reading a article from the 24 volt mod people. You can use the 24 volt mod on the Fishmans. I just tried it's not as drastic as with the EMGs but it definitely cleans up some of that bright high end on the Fishmans. And enriches the harmonics and clarity. Great video as always 🤘🏻

[@jordansguitarchannel3809]

Thanks brother! Yeah I’ve started using it on the Fishmans and actually love them now. 🤘

[@jackbootshamangaming4541]

You sure it won't fry it? I read on a few places that 24v is too much for Fishmans, and they are marked 9-18v on the back. I would really love to try my 24v mod in my Fishman's, especially if it cleans the bright highs up.

[@alexreid2441]

Where did you buy it I keep seeing eBay but I’d rather get it from Amazon

[@alexreid2441]

Where did you buy it I keep seeing eBay but I’d rather get it from Amazon

[@alexreid2441]

Where did you buy it I keep seeing eBay but I’d rather get it from Amazon

[@rosskrause3926]

Damn..sounds huge ! Going to have to try the 24 volt mod right away !

[@jordansguitarchannel3809]

Do it bro, lemme know what you think!

[@rosskrause3926]

@@jordansguitarchannel3809 I will..

[@jordansguitarchannel3809]

Awesome. Thanks brother!

[@METALMISFIT6]

Sounds ABSOFUKINLUTLY perfect

[@jordansguitarchannel3809]

Thanks Brother! 🤘

[@rbrtrecord]

Both sound good to me. The EMG 81 definitely shines with the mod. Maybe try the mod on the modern's as well. Love your channel man!

[@jordansguitarchannel3809]

Thanks Bro that means a lot. I'll definitely try that maybe a new vid. 🤘

[@jeffreyquinonez8964]

@@jordansguitarchannel3809 bro i tried the fishman modern with the mod. it sounds amazing. only one thing though. i had to combine it with the hf tilt mod and low gain mod to make it sound good lol. and another thing. the fishman depletes my 24volt mod batteries in about 3 days of hard use. -_- other than that its great.

[@gunznguitarz79]

@@jeffreyquinonez8964 dang man. Idk if I wanna mod it, or do anything else to it. I think dropping it down to B or even A will compensate for high end and I can just continue to EQ it. I appreciate the feedback and suggestions, maybe if I get paid soon I'll try it. Lol

[@jeffreyquinonez8964]

@@gunznguitarz79 lol yea that sounds like a plan. Maybe u could buy a bunch of 12 volt batteries in bulk online 🤷‍♂️ still annoying to switch batteries that often but give it a shot anyway if u want

[@Gornflyin]

Hey Jordan. Once again, great info in your vid. I think I might try this 24v mod in my Jackson V. For the price, why not give it a crack huh :D

[@jordansguitarchannel3809]

Do it bro, let me know what you think. I appreciate the comment. 🤘

[@nafis6668]

great for lower tunings, because those lower notes eats up more headroom 😊👍

[@zachrussell3309]

I just ordered a 24mod for the same EII M1 (my favorite guitar in my collection) bc of this video 🤘 You think the mod would sound good for 8 string fishman pickups? Also, is the battery life about the same as a 9V? Thanks man.

[@jordansguitarchannel3809]

I'm betting the mod sounds good on the 8 string. The battery life is much shorter than the 9v, but batteries are cheap on Amazon.

[@zachohara]

I’ve used Modern’s in my ec-1000 for a couple years now and have always felt like they lack the high end I rly like... need to try an 81 w that mod

[@jordansguitarchannel3809]

I recommend it, I got similar results with the Fishman using an EQ. Not as nasty though.

[@mandopalma1078]

As always nothing but RAW Ballistic Grinding!!!!

[@jordansguitarchannel3809]

Hell yeah brother 🤘

[@CatInTheHat.]

Well, actually I like both. They both sound interesting, emg sound brilliant when you play harmonics, but how fishman will do with 24 volt mod, that tears me apart because of simple curiosity. Very nice video, very nice, thank you very much. ❤❤❤❤❤

[@jordansguitarchannel3809]

Thanks again bro. I've got a video in the works with the 24 volt Mod with the Fishmans. Stay tuned.

[@GoFindAsafeSpace]

Ive been rockin a 24v modded 81 for about 3 years now and its my fav pickup setup. For whatev reason i never really liked fishman fluence' puckups. They always sound tin canny to me. Its funny because i litterly use the same rig as you only i play a 2009 esp m2 instead of the m1. Sounds great though brother🤙👊

[@jordansguitarchannel3809]

Thanks for the input brother and the high praise. I’m starting to dig the fishmans for certain applications because they cut, won’t ever beat the 81 tho! 🤘

[@GoFindAsafeSpace]

@jordansguitarchannel3809 I know, I probably should give em another shot. It's weird because when I hear them played by other people they sound good but when I play them irl, not so much lol. Tastes change though. 🤙👊

[@jordansguitarchannel3809]

That they do my brother, keep rocking and stay tuned 🤘

[@steveo4253]

I preferred the EMG here. I have used EMG's in the past but all passives now.

[@jordansguitarchannel3809]

Thanks for the input

[@enacku]

How can you be sure the 24 volt mod doesn't damage the EMG 81? Tripling the voltage makes me think something could overheat and cause damage. What about if you had an E-II with the 80/61 emg combo?

[@jordansguitarchannel3809]

The 24 volt mod has been around for awhile now, to my knowledge it’s not harmful. I’d definitely put the 24 volt mod in my personal E-II with that combo, and have used it in my other E-II with no issues personally.

[@enacku]

@@jordansguitarchannel3809 Do you have a recommended 24 volt mod or link that you know is good quality? Seems like there are different types. The one that seems the most simple is the 2 double A batteries in a pack shaped like the 9v and just plugs in to the same round connectors as to not cut/solder anything? Appreciate the advice bro.

[@jordansguitarchannel3809]

Yeah brother, here’s the link for the adapter I’m using right now and the batteries. reverb.com/item/51041426-24-volt-mod-with-insulator-no-batteries? a.co/d/6pmalIN

[@eugenechek7288]

ESP & EMG 81 win 😈🤘🤘

[@jordansguitarchannel3809]

🤘

[@73twall]

I just bought this mod. Hasn't arrived yet. I'm hoping it does what I want, which is making pinch harmonics easier, and decompresses things just a touch. I've heard that the 24 volt mod only changes the sound slightly, but it changes playing dynamics quite a bit, whereas a regular 9v, you are having to dig in to get a certain effect or sound. As you are playing, you know yourself its easier to play, and thusly sounds different, because you are playing the same or less aggressive. So, when you are watching a video, you don't realize how different it is. Is this the case?

[@jordansguitarchannel3809]

In a nutshell yeah. It definitely opens up the pickup, and makes pinch harmonics jump out easier. Slight decompression, and it is more noticeable in person and in recording. It’s not a massive difference but enough that it makes playing easier ie. not digging in as much. Hope that helps, btw I still use it in my E-II.

[@73twall]

@@jordansguitarchannel3809 Just got it in the mail this morning, and it works exactly how I thought. Watching videos doesn't really show what you need to know, no offense. You have to get your hands on it. For the price of lunch at McDonald's, you really need to try it out. It does air things out just a little, and lets you get those screaming pinch harmonics without being EXACTLY in position, and without having to dig so hard. All I can say is: just try it already! If it's not for you, return it - or gift it to someone. Chances are, you'll like it, and it's an easier mod than changing string gauge!

[@jordansguitarchannel3809]

Awesome bro. No offense taken, it is hard to capture on video. Glad you like it man!

[@73twall]

That ESP is quite the guitar, bro. I'd never heard of it. I thought it was a Jackson by the headstock! I put the mod in my Schecter C-1 Platinum. It's an awesome guitar. I've had Squiers and Ibanez since the mid 80s. I've never had anything so nice as the Schecter. That E-11 is a pricey instrument. Sounds killer, though!

[@jordansguitarchannel3809]

Thanks brother. Honestly they’re worth every penny. It plays itself, and it’s always ready for battle.

[@diazzsama]

Ooh 24 volt. Nice

[@jordansguitarchannel3809]

It's a game changer

[@Justin_black_leviathan]

I need to order one of these now

[@jordansguitarchannel3809]

Need a link to the mod?

[@Justin_black_leviathan]

@@jordansguitarchannel3809 I'm checking them out on reverb now.

[@jordansguitarchannel3809]

Awesome man, good luck. Hope it works for you too!

[@Justin_black_leviathan]

@@jordansguitarchannel3809 I ordered one to throw in my Charvel. Definitely sounded killer in your video.

[@jordansguitarchannel3809]

Thanks Brother!

[@virtuosomaximoso1]

It's real. I have one. It's like always having a fresh pair of strings.

[@jordansguitarchannel3809]

I’m still using it too

[@Matthew-px9nu]

What tuning do you use 🤘

[@jordansguitarchannel3809]

Drop C. 11-52 D’Addario NYXL 🤘

[@torreyintahoe]

Great playing. 81 takes it.

[@jordansguitarchannel3809]

Thanks brother! 🤘

[@WholeLottaBulldog]

Do you like blackouts?

[@jordansguitarchannel3809]

Not my preferred pickup

[@WholeLottaBulldog]

@Jordan's Guitar Channel yeah I've finally gotten to try the ahb 1 blackouts. Not sure what to make of them just yet.

[@jordansguitarchannel3809]

I haven't spent a ton of time with them. They sound fine, I just prefer EMG. Hope you can tweak them to make them Chug bro.

[@WholeLottaBulldog]

@Jordan's Guitar Channel oh yeah chug alright- I just think I prefer emgs so far

[@jordansguitarchannel3809]

You have good ears my friend.

[@WholeLottaBulldog]

Fishmans are just way too expensive for what they are, in my opinion.

[@WholeLottaBulldog]

Emgs all the way brother.

[@jordansguitarchannel3809]

🤘

[@guitaristgod666]

I think the emg took that one

[@jordansguitarchannel3809]

I agree bro.

[@andwill1509]

First let me say I've played EMG'S since 1987 and recently switched to Bare Knuckle Pig 90's a Warpig in P-90 form. Let's just say I'm never going back to active....and yep I play high gain stuff.. Just my take....the EMG'S clearly won the shootout. Great info.

[@jordansguitarchannel3809]

I get it bro, BKP are where it's at. I have a set of Miracle Man's in my Les Paul. Thanks for the comment and the love bro.

[@deskducker]

@@jordansguitarchannel3809video of miracle man? Thinking about putting set in wylde barbarian

[@stanky9875]

Try the 85 in the bridge position. You're welcome. 😊

[@jordansguitarchannel3809]

Bro you’re like the 100th person to tell me this, I’m grabbing one asap. Thank you.

[@stanky9875]

@jordansguitarchannel3809 I've had both the 81 and 85 in the bridge position in my 1993 Soloist. The 85 has alot more natural mid range and body than the 81. Just my experience.

[@jordansguitarchannel3809]

I’ve actually been looking for a deal on one. I love the 81, but it would be nice to change to something else as well. I’ve been doing some work on my E-II to make it the ultimate metal machine.

[@fuckyouallanddiehorribly]

If u ever wanna try passive, I recommend the Jupiter rails by Seymour Duncan

[@jordansguitarchannel3809]

Thanks man, Wes is a beast. I’ve been wanting to try them for awhile, what makes you like them so much?