Ibanez MiKro VS. Jackson Minion Bass Quick Physical Comparison... (Part 1)

[@peehandshihtzu]

To check out the subjective sound comparison of these two short scale basses click link below. Ibanez MiKro VS. Jackson Minion Bass Subjective Sound Comparison... (Part 2) kzbin.info/www/bejne/ap6pYp-PeplkirM

[@oldfriend327]

Thank you for this comparison. Great narration too. I just bought that Jackson model. If money was not so tight, I would buy that Ibanez model too. They are both great designs with positive and negatives to both. There is something about 22 frets on a bass that has a comfort to it and happy medium between the typical 20 and the full two octave 24 and I don't know why. Thank God some of these companies are making not just budget models, but short scale models.

[@peehandshihtzu]

Thank you so much. I agree 100% about the fret thing. I have even noticed it on guitars too. I think it is more relaxed and lines up with the natural intonation points on the strings. While I love the 3 octave stretch of some of my instruments the fingerboard has a more intuitive feel on the ones with only 2 octaves. Not sure why either but you hit the nail on the head. I'm glad you got into the Jackson, you can't go wrong with either choice. Happy playing! :)

[@guitarmeetsscience]

Both of those basses look sweet - and I agree, if you have to do adjustments...it looks like the Jackson is the clear winner. You really broke them down nicely - I've never heard Dimarzios on a bass (that I know of)...so it'll be cool to hear you put it through its paces. I hope the best for your health man, enough to worry about with playing etc to have to worry about that too. Nevertheless - you put up some great content, I've gotten tons of inspiration from your channel. Keep on rockin brotherman - and a big high five to the pups!!!

[@peehandshihtzu]

Thanks so much, I'm honored to inspire someone so inspirational. I really like them both, the pick ups on these are pretty cheap and don't fit in the pocket without a lot of boosts and cuts. I will put it through some stuff as I get the chance. I like the Dimarzo P&J set a lot, they fit my style well and seem to be plug n play on my music. Yeah the health thing always becomes harder at season changes for some reason, been taking evasive actions and had some good results, thanks for your comment, it helps a lot. The pups give you the loud bark of approval , LOL :)

[@jaysjams1517]

I have the Jackson. I like it. It was my first bass and made converting from guitar easier.

[@peehandshihtzu]

These shorter scale basses really shine for that conversion. Great to hear, thanks! :)

[@1234drums]

Both look amazing... would be cool to hear them.

[@peehandshihtzu]

Thanks, yeah they are keepers for certain. :) Part 2 has some audio. kzbin.info/www/bejne/ap6pYp-PeplkirM

[@CappyLarou]

So sounds like if you updated the nut on the Jackson and filed it down a bit that it would be the much better one with better pickups. Thank you

[@peehandshihtzu]

It's much better with a nicer nut. Cheerz! :)

[@davidcastro3897]

Did the tiny bit you mentioned at 1:49 really break? I am looking for a short scale bass (this or the squier mini), I like the jackson but i am thinking about that risk of that part breaking...

[@peehandshihtzu]

Not on this one it is very in tact. I only mentioned it because I have seen it on older guitars with this head stock design. Who knows what they were put through to end up that way. I take reasonable cation with mine and haven't had a problem at all. I think you'll enjoy either of the basses you mentioned. :)

[@davidcastro3897]

@@peehandshihtzu Thanks a lot for your reply. Very informative video, keep up the great content.

[@peehandshihtzu]

@@davidcastro3897 Thank you! :)

[@michaeltaveras23]

Hello, Thank you for the video. I just bought Ibanez Mikro bass, same as the video. What set of strings you suggest? Thank you.

[@peehandshihtzu]

If you are playing in standard E tuning a set of regular gage will be nice. You may want to get the next set thicker to compensate for the shorter scale but that is a preference you'll have to decide on after getting some experience with the instrument. Keep in mind that the shorter the scale length and/or the lower the tuning the thicker the strings you may need to get a proper tension. There is a sweet spot for sure. I personally use a Stringjoy short scale set because the taper at the winding portion of the string fits the tuning head better than a long scale string that doesn't have the taper in the appropriate spot along the length of the string. Honestly this only becomes a real issue if you are putting really thick strings on. There is a point that they are so thick you would have to widen the slot on the tuning post thing a file or something, but for standard tuning in E it shouldn't matter as a standard scale set of bass strings should not only give you the tension you need, not need any alteration to the tuning post and therefore not matter if there is a string taper or not. Other companies make short scale bass strings too but like I explained you shouldn't need them and could save a bit of money as well as have a way bigger variety of brands and price ranges by just going with regular bass strings provided you are in E standard tuning. If you are using a lower tuning or a dropped tuning let me know and I will try to help clarify the limitations of a short scale because there are some. Hopefully this helped more than it confuses, LOL. Also the gauges that came on the bass from the manufacturer is often the optimum size but not very quality, you can't go wrong with replacing them with the same gauges from a reputable brand of your choice. Thanks for asking and subscribing and have a great day. :)

[@michaeltaveras23]

@@peehandshihtzu Thank you very much!!!!! Very well explained.

[@peehandshihtzu]

@@michaeltaveras23 Happy Jamming! :)

[@RockerProf]

Be sure you get short scale strings. The taper needs to start after the nut so that the string that wraps around the post is thinner. Every major string producer makes short scales. They come in rounds, flats, tapes, and pressure wounds. Cutting long scales is a no-no.

[@weedhunter6681]

How u rate Jackson quality? , I have seen some bad reviews about thier qc not up to standards after fender acquired the company

[@peehandshihtzu]

This particular instrument has a couple small flaws that are inconsequential but my white Jackson 6 string had a lot of flaws that did impact the intonation. Meanwhile back in the day a had a custom soloist that was flawless and exquisite! So there might be something to that. :)

[@jorg5492]

Which would be the winner with the original pickups without modifications, ibanez mikro or jackson minion?

[@peehandshihtzu]

Ibanez! :)

[@jemrock1441]

Beautiful eléctric Basses friend Peehand ¡!🎸💥✌️🤘

[@peehandshihtzu]

Thank You Jem Rock, Glad you like them. :)

[@A.1Catran]

The review that I unsuccessfully searched for 2 weeks ago lol. Unfortunately, Jackson does not allow its products to be exported to my country, so my choice is obvious. But it's still very interesting!

[@peehandshihtzu]

Thank You, hey you really can't go wrong with either, I like them both. Where you are, I mean what company doesn't like money? It's Jacksons loss. I'm glad I could almost help, LOL Happy Jamming. :)

[@A.1Catran]

@@peehandshihtzu I was surprised that so far no one has compared them, i mean, they are the closest to each other, in terms of price, size and quality. I'm from Russia, and we, simple folks here don't understand all the intricacies and sales policy of Jackson and etc (I hope the translator will translate normally). In general, as it turned out, I like Jackson more by design, but I think Ibanez is also great. Soon he will come to me and I will finally be able to start studying.

[@peehandshihtzu]

@@A.1Catran I'm just as surprised, Your right they are really close. The translator worked good. They change their policies all the time to keep us all guessing, your not any simpler than the rest of us, LOL I think you'll like it, the Jacksons do have a cool look to them, I agree. That's great you'll be getting one and playing, I hope it all goes well for you. Music is a universal language that brings us all close, happy Playing. :)

[@GuyBraget]

I can't seem to find where you state which brand/model pick-ups you installed in the Mikro.

[@peehandshihtzu]

The neck is a DiMarzio Model P and the bridge is a Seymour Duncan SJB-2. I eventually put a set of DiMarzio P & J's in the Jackson also. :)

[@GuyBraget]

@@peehandshihtzu Thanks, dude. I bought a Seymour Quarter Pound P-J set new right from Seymour over a year ago and haven't put them in yet. They could go in another bass or two I have, and I have been examining whether I really want to drop in pups that cost half as much as the bass did, but it is a kick ass little bass, ain't it.

[@peehandshihtzu]

@@GuyBraget That's awesome! Yeah it's a cool bass and for me it was the one thing that I had to change, I think you'll be even happier with it if you do because those are some sic pups. I try not to think about the prices or I'll go OCD, LOL. :)

[@lootbaglarry8.2]

Great live Peehand Cool bass guitars also

[@peehandshihtzu]

Thanks Larry, I have no idea how it went live like that I must have hit the wrong button. hell I wasn't even in my own chat, LOL

[@iplayloud2]

I thought the J pickup in the Dimarzio P+J set was not hum cancelling but I just looked it up and it actually is.. (4 wires)

[@peehandshihtzu]

Yeah it was an education for me too, I had no Idea they even did that. :)

[@weedhunter6681]

Good morning America, waiting for the streaming

[@peehandshihtzu]

Good morning Awad, how are you friend? :)

[@weedhunter6681]

I'm doing great bro, this Jackson is sure sick looking, don't know much about basses, interesting to see

[@peehandshihtzu]

@@weedhunter6681 Great to hear, Yeah it's super small and compact, I loaded it with Dimarzios and fixed the string wraps. It will be my standard tuning guitar. Spring seems to be here in Washington, been super busy of late, got like 3 songs started but between health and lifestyle changes and sunshine I haven't gotten them totally worked out yet. How about you, what's new and improved? :)

[@peehandshihtzu]

I didn't mean to premier it live it was just a normal video, I guess I hit the wrong button. :)

[@boimesa8190]

SUCH a shame you don't do a sound demo...

[@peehandshihtzu]

Yeah that one kinda went to the back burner in a hurry. Sorry about that, in all fairness though I haven't even recorded a song with the Jackson yet... I got involved in a different project that involves the Ibanez that I'm neck deep in as we speak. :)

[@boimesa8190]

@@peehandshihtzu ah ok so haven't been able to fix the but issue on the Jackson yet then?

[@peehandshihtzu]

@@boimesa8190 No it's fine but I do need to get some new strings on it, put new pick up's inn it and everything then got side tracked. :)

[@boimesa8190]

@@peehandshihtzu ah okok so what were u thinking would be a good fix for the nut?

[@peehandshihtzu]

@@boimesa8190 It actually is pretty decent as long as it doesn't get altered or over weathered but also a nice strong material would do wonders for a design like this if one were to be have problems. Bone or even a synthetic like Graphtec would really toughen this up so long as it has the right grain orientation/density it would be good. In this particular case it is in great condition and does not need altered so it is just fine even with heavier strings up to tension it remains stable. :)

[@riandikahp8127]

jacksonnnn

[@peehandshihtzu]

Can't go wrong with either one. :)

[@namkaban1204]

⁠​⁠@@peehandshihtzuhi! So finally what guitar between these two items would you recommend to buy for someone who needs more of quality of guitar itself (Its ability of a precise intonation with smaller distance beetwen strings and the neck) rather than of how it sounds in terms of picks?

[@peehandshihtzu]

I think in those terms the Jackson may have a smaller feeling form factor but not by much. I do think they have identical specs in those terms on paper but I still feel like the Jackson sits tighter on my person. Hope that helps.@@namkaban1204

[@namkaban1204]

⁠​⁠​⁠​⁠@@peehandshihtzuit does really help! Thanks a lot! And If you were buy just one of this two items which of them would you recommend ? If I understand it the right way Jackson is more precise and has the better bridge and tune quality? For me it is a really big deal to choose between the two

[@peehandshihtzu]

I like the way the Ibanez feels in my hands but it's just my preference. I think a person will find an equal amount of pros and cons either way you go so with that said you can't really go wrong (or right ) with either of them. :)@@namkaban1204