The Official Agile Intrepid 8-string Thread - Darren Rules!

Metal Ken · 10-18-2006, 02:33 PM

i like Nik's idea, except i'd use single coils and have 2 sets of 2 SC pickups.

bostjan · 10-18-2006, 02:40 PM

I'm tempted to start making my own pickups, since the actual construction is easy on a smal-scale level. The trick is getting them voiced right.

Once you get down to low F#, you have a string that a) is bigger and makes more EMF and b) is really deep. I wouldn't think that using two six string pickups would get a balanced sound, but it would be cheap.

Most smaller manufacturers will be able to make eight string pickups in small quantities. The big companies don't seem to want to bother. But if you want to make like 48 of these guitars, maybe a smaller company would be able to do it. It's better to have things done right.

Nik · 10-18-2006, 03:47 PM

Does Rondo qualify as a small company, and if they made a run of 8s, is 48 a realistic production number?

Cause if it does happen, that's pretty cool--I mean, talk about exclusivity

In any case, I would personally prefer two, big 8-string pick-ups, I was just tossing the 6-string pick-ups idea out there as a last resort, if nothing else seems to work.

The issue is that making good 8-string pick-ups is tricky, so I dunno...

Jeff · 10-18-2006, 05:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by darren

You mean since my post from about 24 hours ago? No. I haven't contacted Kurt to get a status update. I would imagine that when he's got something to tell us, he'll tell us here. I don't want to pester him... he's a busy guy.

Well? Did you hear anything yet, Darren?

*ducks flying crap being thrown at him across N. America*

metalfiend666 · 10-19-2006, 06:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nik

Yeah, I know that, but how do bass pick-ups sound in a distorted-guitar context?

EMG 45DC's sound amazing for a distorted 8 string.

Another posibillity is that Bare Knuckle will wind 8 string versions of all their pickups if you supply the bobbins. Unfortunately they're rather pricey for anyone not in the UK.

darren · 10-19-2006, 09:18 AM

Seymour Duncan wound 8-string versions of their Screamin' Demon pickup for LGM to use in the Leviiiathan 8-string. $200 a pop, though.

Digital Black · 10-23-2006, 07:01 PM

News?

(yeah, I'm interested-and I'm not even a fan of Rondo-but I might be if this is everything it's cracked up to be!)

darren · 10-23-2006, 07:21 PM

I've just emailed Kurt to inquire about the 8-string project... i'll keep you posted.

Nik · 10-23-2006, 08:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by darren

I've just emailed Kurt to inquire about the 8-string project... i'll keep you posted.

I've got my hopes up (probably not a good idea, though)... That blueburst

nyck · 10-23-2006, 08:02 PM

Man, if it's a maple fretboard, and a white finish, I would be instantly sold. I think a single pickup is a good way to cut costs down aswell.

10-18-2006, 02:33 PM	#181
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10-18-2006, 02:40 PM	#182
bostjan Spastic Kitchen! Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 6,076 Main Seven: Oni Custom 7 Main ERG: Oni Custom 8 Rig: Mesa Dual Recto Thanked: 6	I'm tempted to start making my own pickups, since the actual construction is easy on a smal-scale level. The trick is getting them voiced right. Once you get down to low F#, you have a string that a) is bigger and makes more EMF and b) is really deep. I wouldn't think that using two six string pickups would get a balanced sound, but it would be cheap. Most smaller manufacturers will be able to make eight string pickups in small quantities. The big companies don't seem to want to bother. But if you want to make like 48 of these guitars, maybe a smaller company would be able to do it. It's better to have things done right. Khereb's myspace

10-18-2006, 03:47 PM	#183
Nik Arrogant asshole Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: My house Posts: 3,039 Real Name: Nik Main Seven: 2005 Ibanez RG1527 w/Dima Rig: PodXTLive Thanked: 3	Does Rondo qualify as a small company, and if they made a run of 8s, is 48 a realistic production number? Cause if it does happen, that's pretty cool--I mean, talk about exclusivity In any case, I would personally prefer two, big 8-string pick-ups, I was just tossing the 6-string pick-ups idea out there as a last resort, if nothing else seems to work. The issue is that making good 8-string pick-ups is tricky, so I dunno... ---------------------- Visit my band, 'Emulsifier.' Unless you suck. You don't suck... do you? http://www.myspace.com/demx

10-23-2006, 07:01 PM	#187
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10-19-2006, 09:18 AM	#186
darren Mr. Negative Pants™ Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Greater Toronto Area, Canada Posts: 8,085 Main Seven: modded Dean EVO Special 7 Main ERG: Agile Intrepid Standard Rig: Mesa F-30 -> Thiele Thanked: 42	Seymour Duncan wound 8-string versions of their Screamin' Demon pickup for LGM to use in the Leviiiathan 8-string. $200 a pop, though.

10-23-2006, 07:21 PM	#188
darren Mr. Negative Pants™ Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Greater Toronto Area, Canada Posts: 8,085 Main Seven: modded Dean EVO Special 7 Main ERG: Agile Intrepid Standard Rig: Mesa F-30 -> Thiele Thanked: 42	I've just emailed Kurt to inquire about the 8-string project... i'll keep you posted.

10-23-2006, 08:02 PM	#190
nyck blah! Join Date: May 2005 Location: Tallahassee, FL Posts: 2,976 Real Name: Nick Main Seven: no 7 Rig: Mesa .50 Caliber Thanked: 2	Man, if it's a maple fretboard, and a white finish, I would be instantly sold. I think a single pickup is a good way to cut costs down aswell.

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