FGN Mighty Power - GODZILLA IS HERE! The BEST P bass to come out of Japan! - LowEndLobster Review
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Hey everyone! Today we're finally reviewing my FGN Mighty Power! This thing is one of THE best and most versatile P basses out there. Featuring two Seymour Duncan Quarter Pounder pickups and a passive V/V/T control setup, this thing has a HUGE tonal footprint. Godzilla awakens!
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This bass has my favorite sound out of all the ones you've reviewed
Thank you :)
@@LowEndLobster Hey.
What do you think about the fretwork?
@@streamerlx4927 I have one. Phenomenal. Whole bass is very high quality.
@@longdongbongchong
Yeah, i got mine 2 days ago.
The neck is absolutely gorgeous!
First i thought the PU's are crap.
But after i figured out how to use and mix them together i'm very happy with the result. The bridge PU has the tone i wanted.
Also i really like the Gotoh- tuners. They're better than my Schaller's!
Is it weird that I kinda prefer a P-bass pickup in the bridge position instead of a J-bass pickup? Don’t get me wrong, I appreciate the whole “best of both worlds” concept, but the P-bass pickup gives that position a little extra “mmph” that works so well.
I'm right there with you. Double P is the way to be! I did an unboxing video of the Reverend Fatfish 32 as well that has a MM humbucker at the neck and a P in the 'stingray' spot, similar to this bass. Killer tone!
It sounds excellent and no single coil noise either 👌😀
I have never, but never seen a bass with a P bridge and J neck.
Love to see these FGN basses being reviewed in such detail. Big thank you Lobster for showcasing these awesome FGN basses. Though not my taste when it comes to the pick-up configuration, I must say the sound is very punchy and warm at that same time. Would love to see a 5 string FGN just to kinda get a sense of the neck and the B string. Thanks again Lobster, love the reviews!!!
Thank you! I'm hoping to snag a 5'er of the Mighty Jazz DE soon. Really want to see what their B strings are like. They do 5 or 6 bolts at the neck, so the stability should definitely be there vs a 4 bolt standard fender config.
@@LowEndLobster What I love is I never hear anyone describe any of the FGN basses as "Ibanez-like". I keep wondering how close their 7 string shredders are to the 5227 that got released last year and NONE of them have Bare Knuckle pickups OEM and I think there was only one small group in one small tier that got em. But man, when you see an instrument that is pretty close to an ideal design - that's when your ordinary GASers fade out and the hardcores start to appear. I don't even know how I got some of the stuff I got - there are a few more heartfield basses floating around for cheap (5 and 6 string both) and my 5 fretless is AMAZING as well as different than any other bass I've ever played. I think they were only made a few years and each model probably available for less than a year. Usually you can get a year or so trickle sales out of shelf stock but there either weren't many made or, like the Starfield, got shut down because too good for the price you were paying.
You want to go deep and wide on FGN bass/Fender history?
support.fender.com/hc/en-us/articles/115002379663-The-Who-What-and-Why-of-Heartfield-
Fender was also very great about giving me schematics for my Bassman (Sunn) 1200S amps, which are still in need of finishing repair... :-) projects, projects, projects! Since my particular Heartfield has had its electronics hacked up, it's always comforting to know that some day I'll be able to set it up like it originally was to see what that was like - I don't always agree with people's upgrade choices. :-)
support.fender.com/hc/en-us/articles/115002379383-Heartfield-Parts-Lists-And-Wiring-Diagrams
Yes, that's literally factory service docs for FGN built fender basses. :-)
@@russellzauner Dude thank you so much for those! I actually got a 7 string guitar of theirs for my GF's brother. He has a MIJ 7 string RG that was his fave, now he's rockin this thing.
There's a really magical quality about how the neck pickup brings out the sound of the fingers plucking the string
Fantastic bass. It sounds like what a lot of PJ basses WANT to sound like. I am planning to add a Sterling by MM Sting Ray 34, to my P’s and J’s, now you’ve got me thinking about one of these.
They're most excellent :)
I like the Roundabout riff with Ged’s right hand technique. Killer bass.
Thanks Chris!
I really love all your FGN reviews my friend. Your enthusiasm shows when it's time to review dem basses HAHA!
Thanks Raymond! The enthusiasm is genuine, these are really amazingly well crafted instruments.
Been waiting for this review! I'm surprised at just how versatile this instrument is honestly! Great review :)
Thank you! :)
That bass is so versatile and sounds sweet with great clarity in all styles! Love it! 😎👍
Thanks Boomer! Me too :)
If I ever buy a FGN bass one day that's probably the one I would get... Thanks again LowEndLobster!!!
Thanks for watching, Guy! Glad you like it :)
That Geezer Butler tone
Thanks! :)
Some seriously killer tones from that bass. I’m always impressed when a passive bass has a tone of great tones!!
Thanks man! Yeah this thing is packed full of fat and usable tones!
LowEndLobster thinking a double p mod to one of my basses would be sweet. I have like three p pickups sitting in a drawer. Lol!
@@RumblinMan Go full crazy, use em all. :-) But in that case I'd use three tone knobs and one volume lol or just hardwire them on all full blast and mess with the rubes because you have no knobs, only a kill switch. I'd call that the deadman's bass, because the only thing between your audience and the fury of triple quarter pounder hell is a deadman's switch and my finger would be gitting tired right about now and the audience looks like they need a haircut BADUDUDAAAAA BADOOOOOOM where'd all the people go
russell zauner lol
@@RumblinMan But in all seriousness, I have went back and looked at a few double p bass set ups and they are all sounding killer even if the bassist has TERRIBLE finger tone and SLOPPY fretting. Every day I realize a new truth and today after yet again staring another one in the face for decades it's clear that there is something intrinsically amazing about the double p config. I blame all of this new insight on stupid billy sheehan and his dumb pickup configuration, and that HE EXPLAINED it and IT MADE SENSE. Instruments with stereo outputs only tell me that they have something inside them that really needs more than one jack to communicate properly, but if one amp is all you have it will be happy to melt that one to slag for you. It's just an amp thumper. You can lay it on a table and it would melt an amp eventually with nobody touching on sheer force of existence alone. That. Thing.
these double P bass config basses really get my juices flowing!
Right? Such an underrated config!
The 5 claws out of 5 seals the deal... definitely making one of these my next bass purchase! (Once there’s somebody who has one in stock... man, these bad boys are hard to find!)
I wish the double P configuration was more accessible by other brands because if anybody had anything of even half the quality of the FGN they’d have my money yesterday!
Thanks Gino :)
@@LowEndLobster 7 claws is more accurate. My first made FGN, a Ibanez 1986, (Roadstar 850 de luxe, double reversed p (soupbars, first owner, still in possession) is killer. But this bass is way above! Even better than my warwick bleached blonde 2003!
@@geertmeeme Nice! I have an old Roadstar from '81 coming soon, Fujigen made :)
Awesome video love it, that things mighty!!
Great review lobster 🦞👍
Thanks Hudson!
Man this sounds so good. The back pickup almost sounds like a music man. Together, it has a John Entwistle vibe. AND it has the classic P bass tone. SOLD
I did it all for the nookie, c’mon ;P. Thanks dude!
@@LowEndLobster So you can stick that neckie! ;-)
Very nice. I love to get my hands on one of those. I would like to mod it however. Turn the neck volume pot into a master volume, the bridge volume and tone pot would be two concentric volume and tone pots. A little more complicated but I think that would add something to it whilst keeping it passive. At first glance I didn’t like the horn on this bass, but during your review I realized something. It reminds me of the great wave off Kanagawa print by Hokusai. I felt better about it then. Lol. Maybe that could be a cool decal to put on it. As always great video. Keep up the good work. 👍🏼
Thanks Dean! That would be a killer mod project! That's an interesting connection you made with the great wave picture and the horns, I see it and I dig it!
Thanks to this review i've bought one of this instruments! They are pretty hard to find so I contacted FGN in Japan, They told me that they sell them only on the Japanese market, but also that they shipped some to my neighbour country Germany, not long ago. And indeed I found one there! It was delivered today.
I doubted long about the Mighty jazz with the active EMG's, but I already own a Squier Japan jazzbass from the mideighties, which is actualy a FGN, which has a built in Audere preamp in it. And it sounds pretty simular. So I chose this one for its unique character and cool looks.
It costed more than that 850 dollar, but I think it's still worth it.
So if you find one, don't hesitate! Don't know if they will be on the market again..
Thank you Martin! Great comment. I just got one of the 'limited' finish models with the Gunmetal Grey matched with a maple baord/neck. I swapped out the pickups for DiMarzio relentless... and needless to say, it's an absolute rock BEAST now! I will have content on that bass coming soon (I got it last week haha)
@@LowEndLobster The Seymour Duncans are not so bad, they get nothing but good reviews. Yes, they can be a bit snappy, but it's also the ash body and maybe D'Adario stainless steels aren't the right choice fur this instrument? I don't know.. So first of all i'm gonna try some strings: DR deep blues? Flatwounds maybe: Sadowsky's, TI's ..Tips anyone?! I can't remember ever played a bass This new..
I'm looking forward for your Mighty Power with DiMarzios review!!
@@maresch47 According to the German website of FGN the white version has an Alder body and the 2-tone sunburst is Ash
Well worth the money. Double P’s are super versatile. Wow 5 claws outa 5! You should be an endorser. Love the channel.
Thanks Rick!
It wasn't a rock, it was a Rock Lobster. 5 claws! And only $850. That's impressive.
This thing is the complete package!
This bass, a Music Man Stingray, a Danelectro 64, and a Spector are my favorite sounding basses ever made.
if only i had at least one of them
You have good taste!
@@LowEndLobster thank you
Seriously beautiful bass! It sounds SO good. Well played too 🙂
Thank you Andy!
I have an Aria Pro II RSB Standard, which was their entry-level P-style bass in the 80s. It also has its pickup quite a bit closer to the bridge, similar to the bridge pickup on this one (but non-reversed). That's a very versatile position. It's punchier than a traditional P, in its mids structure a little towards Rick 4003 bridge or StingRay without the treble sizzle, but with a P bass voice. You can change the character a lot with the way you play the instrument: It can sound like a traditional P bass, but when played near the bridge, it gets a very different character, just like this FGN. But the added neck pickup here is really nice and makes it even more versatile! Awesome rock bass, and imho a perfect alternative to the Jackson CBXNT!
this things amazing. i love seymour duncan pickups, and have used them in 2 jazz basses. gotta make a p now
Glad you liked it :)
My earphones actually crackled with that massive low end boom
She kicks :)
dynamic range has nothing to do with volume lol if your earphones don't have the fidelity for that sweetness, you just learned what sweetness makes your earphones do he he he
Lobby brother …. This awesome review on this awesome bass sold it to me …. I just had to have it so it’s now on its way …. In that awesome tobacco burst finish…. I own a 2005 Ltd edition stingray which is awesome ….. going on your love of the stinga and the praise of the FGN …. Well that was good enough for me to pull the trigger without actually playing one first ….which is not something I would normally do…. Plus you won’t see those here in Aus …. I’ve never seen or heard of the mighty power until I saw your excellent review …. I recon this one will be a goodie that’s for sure ….Keep up the good work mate! Cheers again from down under 💪
Suhweet! Congrats Neil! Let me know what you think when you get it :)
Sadly Lobby I had to retract my last statement on how good this bass is. RX’d late afternoon, unwrapped and played that night briefly. Sounded, felt and looked incredible. I concur mate that neck is one of the best I’ve certainly ever played! Next morning on closer inspection it just didn’t look right. The centre of the G string is 2.5mm closer to the edge of the fretboard than the E string. Doesn’t sound like much but it’s super obvious. Can’t believe I missed it initially?? All of my basses are perfect in this regard. Showed my Luthier. He said this is a common issue with cheaper bolt on neck guitars and basses and a certain well known manufacturer is the worst for it. He said the nut has been cut incorrectly, the G string cut too close to the edge and the neck is poorly aligned in the pocket. 150 sheets to rectify the issue. Contacted the retailer with a pile of photos hoping they’d come to the party in picking up the tab in rectifying the issue. They contacted the factory. Result: there’s nothing wrong with it …. It’s passed all QC checks at both the factory and before being shipped from the retailer. Great looking sounding and feeling bass….a further 150 out of the sky rocket to get it where it should be is disappointing to say the least. I’m certain your excitement and praise for this bass is well justified …. And other super positive reviews I saw and read before purchasing …. My other 3 basses that have come out of the same factory from 1977 to 1989 are flawless in every way …. I just must of got a Friday afternoon version this time haha Keep up the good work mate !! Cheers again from down under 💪
@@neiloooio6494 damn sorry to hear about your issue with the nut.
@@LowEndLobster never mind mate …. Once the issues are addressed it’ll be perfect …. Still happy with the purchase overall mate, just a little disappointed in some basic QC stuff…. But at this price point I guess that’s to be expected …. Take it easy lobby and keep up the good work mate …. Cheers man 👍
Hey, did you play the ash version of this bass?
Im currently about to buy one of those, not sure which to pick
They're all ash, the sunburst and gunmetal ones just have the maple board. I have only played this one, but I'd go for my finish or the gunmetal.
Awesome review! I actually found a couple of these and was about to pull the trigger. Quick question, which quarter pounder pickups does your bass have? The listings I saw say they have the JB3's not the PB3's.
Thank you! I believe they're the SPB3 pickups
@@LowEndLobster Thanks for responding. I found out today that they were incorrectly labelled in both listings. Bought it!
Love the double p configuration! I don't think i've ever seen that in any other bass.
It's not a very popular config, and I don't know why!
Fender made the blacktop jazz bass a couple of years ago, and it had a double p configuration
@@Facu_Roldan thanks for the information!
@@Facu_Roldan I saw that as well! They come up every now and then on Reverb. Would be an interesting comparison!
@@LowEndLobster I agree! Both are cool looking and somewhat unusual basses
Wow, I never heard of this brand until now. Sounds nice and looks gorgeous.
Thanks Steve!
Always loved the P-P combination, first time I ever saw a bass with it was a 5-string BC Rich from a live Trivium performance in Download festival, fell in love with it since I first heard that punch.
Nice! I'm curious how the BC Rich's (specifically the eagle, not a fan of the warlocks) sound compared to this :)
@@LowEndLobster Check Johnny Long's channel, he's run through a few and he's got a Wave bass as well and that thing is COOL AS FUCK. ua-cam.com/video/ri3zj4xt4dU/v-deo.html HNGGGGGH GRUNT THUMP GRUNT.
(NJ - I learned from Johnny that NJ wasn't new jersey - and I even had an NJ series guitar back in the day - and with what I had learned in between owning one and this above video, I immediately became convinced it means Nagano Japan series, IKR??)
@@LowEndLobster I went back and watched that video - and I just coined the term "B Hole" which is like a "K Hole" except it happens when you really like playing the bass you're holding...Johnny b-holed HARD and he is usually pretty good about restraint. I'm not a cross promoter of anything besides information and if it's entertaining it helps a lot with my focus.
I'd forgotten just how perfect that thing sounded and he made the same comment about his as I made about yours - the sound is built in. Good construction, good set of double p's, passive, minimalist controls, and the tone is just *there*
ua-cam.com/video/ri3zj4xt4dU/v-deo.html
Want to see bass joy? I want to feel like that ALL the time.
ua-cam.com/video/ri3zj4xt4dU/v-deo.html
@@russellzauner Johnny is the master of the cackle ahahaha. That laugh is contagious!
@@LowEndLobster The one I saw was the Eagle NJ 5 :3
That bass. Is Fecken amazing. You have me completely sold on FGN, most of all the neck, you say they are 2nd to.none, and even tho I think your math is a little wonky......I took the P bass formula and multiplied it by 2 and every time it comes up "3 pickles and a duck". One time it came up "Dave" but.....that couldn't be right, punched it in one last time, "3 pickles and a duck".......you wearing the claw?
Wow 5 claws? I really need to put FGN higher on next bass purchase list. Thank you for sharing, you are exploding with videos, and that's awesome. Cheers
Thanks Tommy! I'd take the duck and leave the pickles for my girlfriend (she loves them, I hate pickles with a passion ahahaha) ;P. "Dave's not here, maaaaaan". So glad you enjoyed this one my friend!
LowEndLobster I loved it. And me too “fuck pickles I say” and dave not here man IM DAVE GOD DAMNT NOW OPEN THE GOD DAMN DOOR MAN THE COPS ARE COMING
1:53 both
3:25 neck pickup
5:43 Bridge pickup
7:21 both
Been waiting a long time for this one!
Thanks James :). It's here!
Well, you sold me on this one!
It'll arrive next week.
I hope it matches my expectations.
HUGE CONGRATS! What finish did you get? You won't be disappointed... and if you are I'll buy it off you ;)
@@LowEndLobster Exactly the same you've got!
I've been a P player all my life.
But was always searching for a more versatile P.
Didn't like the P/ J's.
Maybe this one is exactly what i was searching for.
Btw, really enjoy your channel.
Great content.
@@streamerlx4927 Congrats! It's a great bass. I'm looking for one in white....if you ever sell yours, let me know.
Daaaammnnnnn Lobster that bass sounds incredible ooooof I know you told me get the Jazz one from FGN but this one is stealing my loyalties. You shouldn't be allowed to play so nice and review stuff so well man you make me wanna spend the money I don't even have :( .... FGN Should sponsor you tho LOL. Btw big love for you my guy
Thank you so much my friend! All the FGNs are tasty propositions, too many choices ahaha
@@LowEndLobster I wish FGN would find their way to India and I could get to trying some :) also I forgot to mention but I LOVE the groove you had in this video!
@@hetul784 Thanks! I came up with it recently and have been digging it :). I am gonna experiment with some drum tracks and stuff for it.
Do you know if the pickups are wound differently? Or is it just the position in the body that changes the sound? Im building a p bass with this pickup and was wondering.
I think it's just the placement, I believe these are regular SD Quarter Pounds.
I really dig that bass, and wonder why more bass makers don't use that pickup configuration. Must resist temptation. Like I really need another bass. Under a grand you say... What have you done!?
I'm only the messenger! :P
I think that sounds great!
Thank you!
It's what I imagine the result would be if a MusicMan Stingray had relations with a Fender P bass and Japanese scientists injected some Godzilla DNA into the embryo, then the new bass comes out with all the awesome traits being dominant and all the not so great traits being recessive. It just sounds like straight up awesomeness in bass form.
Thank you Tony!
I can see and hear why you are a big fan of this manufacturers basses
Thanks Keith! My praise does not go unwarranted :). If you ever get the opportunity, try one out!
@@LowEndLobster They are on my ever growing short list of basses that I want to buy
Is C.F.S a killer that change everything about bass action? I paid for my Ray4 mods recently so I missed the chance to meet those great FGN basses. Thanks for sharing!
Great sounding bass. Got my attention!
Thanks! Glad you liked it :)
Two sets of quarter pounders,so it's got a half pound of boom! Lobster got bass face as soon as he started playing,I know I gotta get one now.... Hey have you done anything with GLARRY basses? I'd really like to hear your opinion bon them, especially the jazz 5 string ,I personally can't believe how well built they are for so cheap,I got one that I missed the hell out of it,it's a killer bass
Thanks Aaron! Yes! So I reviewed the Glarry P and am giving away two Glarry J's (4 strings). I haven't checked out any 5's yet but I think they'll be on deck for the next giveaway :).
Hey, mine arrived 2 days ago.
I totally felt in love with the neck.
In comparison to my Fender P neck, the FGN is thicker but has a smaller nut with.
I really like it.
The fretwork is perfect.
What i don't like are the Seymour Duncan's.
Too punchy in my opinion.
Maybe i'll change them.
But i'll keep it because of the great neck, it's passiv and because of the reversed P the D & G sounds awesome.
Congrats! I am going to do a fun pickup swap with mine in the near future
@@LowEndLobster Great!
I'd like to put some EMG GZR's in it but don't know if it'll work since the EMG's are solderless.
Or some Dimarzio Relentless 🤔
Great review! I actually was thinking about starting a video review series on Japanese made effects pedals. Have you heard about albit? Japanese made tube preamps for reasonable prices. There are zero reviews in English. That also might an interesting route to go. No one is reviewing these amazing effects in English. Thank again!
Thank you! I haven't heard of those at all, honestly my knowledge is lacking in the pedal and amp/preamp scene. You should definitely do it! This is the video I used to get started that outlined the equipment and stuff to make HQ video- ua-cam.com/video/aB0TlsnkY6E/v-deo.html
Oh man that thing looks beautiful
Thanks Dez!
Is the neck pickup around the same distance as a traditional p bass? Or was it moved up?
I think the 'Bass' side of the pickup is the same, but the 'treble' side is a bit closer to the neck.
Hi, how much did you end up paying in custom fees/imports for your bass?
That is a very cool bass. It has a very clean sounding neck pick up. I do like mine the standard direction. A little more grumbly. Although a personal preference. It does sounds very good. It's kind of like a grumbly jazz. It's not angry yet. Just grumbly.
Thanks Rick! I really love the pickup combo. Because of the split config of the P pickup, you get a very different voice from a JJ like you mentioned.
How does it sound vs. a PJ? Dig the tone but would need one in 5 string.
I'm a big fan of P Basses and often thought about what could improve the original sound respectfully. And ladies and gentlemen: this is the answer. Put two fat P pickups in one body. Man does this thing sound great. Love mine, but love this one, too.
Man, or should I say Lobster, that is one NICE bass!
Thank you!
Apparently the 1st official production p/j was the '83 Ibanez Roadstar. Up to that point several p-combos came and went including double P's like this one. I'm not a big Q.P. fan but this sounds really great.
That's a realy cool tidbit of info! I had an 82 Roadstar PJ that was really really nice. Sold it to my buddy who had a matching fretless. Awesome basses, didn't know those were one of the first PJs!
Actually, Ibanez had one called the 2369B Bass (possibly the 1st production bass with the P/J pickup combo from what I researched online), made between 1975 and 1977 (that had the P/J pickup combo, though the P-Bass pickup was closer to the neck than on a standard P-Bass). But Alice Cooper's former bass player, Dennis Dunaway, modified his 1970 Jazz Bass (the one with the mirrors glued to it) around 1971-1972 with a split-coil P-Bass pickup replacing the stock neck pickup in his Jazz Bass. Ted Nugent's former bass player, Rob Grange, modified his 1962 P-Bass in 1973 with the addition of a Jazz Bass pickup in the bridge position (the bass he used on "Stranglehold").
Really surprised at only one other person mentioning the body on this bass. Had a good look at one of these when I was searching for a dual reverse P style bass, and it checked most of the boxes. The body/pickguard was just something I couldn't get past though. I just don't understand what they were thinking making the "horns" jut out so far yet keep the rest of the body narrow. Just looks... wrong. Like BAD wrong. The PG doesn't help in addition for me in this case. Oh well, glad you enjoyed it anyway!
Thanks! Tastes can differ and that's ok. Great comment! I have a new video coming soon showing the newer version of this bass that I got. The shape is the same but the different color palette helps the aesthetics quite a bit IMO. Thanks for the thoughtful comment!
I really want to love this bass. And literally EVERYTHING about it except for the body shape is perfect. But it looks wonky, like a cartoon bass. Maybe it's more endearing in person, who knows?
Do a lot of Precision Bass players play the instrument with the tone turned down half-way at all ?
I've been experimenting a lil with the tone on my Squier Precision Bass...
No idea, but keep in mind that the impact of the tone knob with vary from instrument to instrument depending on the pot and tone cap used. Tone half way down is a nice middle ground from the very clear and almost aggressive sound of the tone all the way up, and the muted sound of the tone all the way down. The tone knob is there to be turned! Enjoy your bass my friend!
I have a 1983 Fender elite p bass with a similar setup , 2 p pickups, but has active electronics.
I’d love to compare the sound of the 2 basses. You have an ‘83 fender elite lying around?🙂
I love this bass.i wish more companies did the reverse P Bass pickup
Same! A favorite config of one Mr. Rocco Prestia!
Hallo Lobster, are you sure that this bass body is made of ash wood? Here in Germany they specify this model with alder wood. Only the sun burst model comes with ash wood. thx for checking, bcs. I like the bass-sound in your video...and thinking about getting one...so wondering.
Bro that sounds amazing! I'll have to get one when I am older :D
Thanks man :)
The first one that I have seen you give 5 claws to, you must have really liked it...Leland Sklar has a Bass with this pup configuration, though I think they are reversed P.
Thanks! This is actually the second, but the first vid is older and wasn't as popular. First one was my Status Graphite Electro II fretless. That thing is suhweeet as well. Yeah Leland's reverse double P "frankenstein" is a sweet bass. I wonder if he influenced the FGN folks in some way. This is a strange instrument to come out of left field, but they knocked it out of the park!
@@LowEndLobster It seems to me that some time ago someone made a pickup setup bass like this? Maybe twenty years ago?
@@Bass.Player There were several models that had the double P. Fender made a double P precision in the early 80's, and I believe there was one from westone or something that had moveable pickups. I never understood why this config didn't get more popular.
@@LowEndLobster It doubled the cost of pickups per bass. lol THINK LIKE A CORPORATE BUREAUCRAT - it wasn't because it made things sound better without it ha ha ha
@@russellzauner Due to cost cutting, we're releasing our basses with no pickups, strings, tuners, or electronics ;P. It will be shaped like a couch and be upholstered for comfort.
That bass sounds incredible! Listening to the tone of this, I am now considering changing out the stock pups on my Tony Franklin fretless. That neck split sounds more thumping than the ones I have now. Definitely something to really think about. What about a p/p/j? Hmmmmmm
Glad you liked it! Thanks for watching :)
Do they do a Jazz version of this bass? I'd love a 32" Med-scale Jazz Bass - looks & sounds gorgeous.
Great question! They don't, and I don't think they do medium or short scales either.
The two split p pickups remind me a bit of Leland Sklar's Frankenstein bass. Has that same rich, deep sound.
Thanks! Indeed, I wish we saw more double P's. I love the placement of the pickups on this one.
If they do a 5 string version (preferably with a jazz neck) I’d be all over it
Right!? I'd love a 5'er of these... Currently talking with D. Taylor about a bass in this style, but 5 string and with a little more lobster flare ;)
Great video. I might have a chance to get one of these in the sunburst finish for under 200 dollars. Should I? I am always craving japanese instruments ❤️
How? And yes
@@LowEndLobster A guy locally is selling it. So I am really tempted even though i dont ”need” it
Do it!
P.S. your playing is so amazing… nice!
Can Fender Player Precision conquer with this one? I am fond of P-basses and can't decide what to chose
This is 1000% better than Fender Player Series
It sounds amazing, but i just don't understand why the go-to electronics for passive 2-pickup basses is always vol/vol/tone. Why on earth aren't the 60's style stacked jazz controls more standard? (Especially if they went through the trouble of a ricky-sized pickguard, doesn't vol/vol/tone/tone make the most sense?)
Similar set up as the B.C. Rich Mockingbird. I'm not as much of a fan of reversed p-bass pickups like that though. B.C. Rich had 2 versions of the Mockingbird with regular and reversed p-bass pickups
Thank you! Indeed, it'd be interesting to hear what they sound like together.
Kind of similar to my bass! Nice review
Indeed! Thank you :)
The funny thing about the bridge they have on here, it's a $20 bridge you can get off of eBay, Amazon, etc. I have the same bridge on two of my basses. Was a wonderful upgrade to the stock ones and is really smooth under my hand when I play with a pick. The 5 string version has set screws to hold down the bridge saddles and I think may be used on some of the FGN 5ers.
Thanks for the info! That's interesting, they list it as the "FGN FGBB-104". If I ever get to interview anyone over there, that's a great question to ask.
@@LowEndLobster it's the Sung-Il BB104. (404 or 405 for the fancier lock screw version). These get used on some Harley Benton's too and they have their own name for them. Like I said, love the bridge. I wouldn't doubt if the ones FGN uses have a little better quality plating on them than the ones I have.
@@fistinair1979 :) Thanks again!
That's the bass I want. now thinking of putting a reverse P on the bridge position.
If you ever fall out with your neighbours, this is the weapon of choice with a 100-watt amp and distortion pedal🔊🔊🔊🎸
Now THAT's a rock tone ! - $770.00 street. (And the look). Yeah. Finally someone got it right !
Thanks Al! They really did
Fender did it a few years back with their Blacktop Bass Jazz
You are correct, however the placement of the pickups on this vs the blacktop is very different
Sounds amazing. Would have loved to hear it with some distortion too :) Wonder how would a bass sound with a reverse p in the bridge and regular p in the neck
Fuck the bridge sounds funky!!!! 🤘
Is the neck pickup in THE p bass spot? The neck pup looks too close to the neck, the bridge pup too close to the bridge. I could be wrong.
It sounds great.
You're right, it is a little bit forward towards the neck, though I think the EA side of the pickup is in the right spot, the DG side is in front instead of the traditional position (vs just flipping it in place).
I need to save a lot of money, go to Japan, find a store that sells FGNs, and stay all day. Bet I would bring something home!
Eye on the prize! ;P
@@LowEndLobster Did you find that those curved frets made a difference ?
I love it, im going back and forth between this and the schecter model t. May just be my ignorance cuz I dont know if they're comparable, and also I've never played either. Also strangely both are very hard to find good reviews on (in english).
Thanks Fern! Model T is another great bass, though I personally haven't played one (but I know folks who have em and love them). The FGN is a lot more unique IMO and is MIJ with incredible build quality. I love Schecter as well, but the FGN Mighty Power and Mighty Jazz basses are top tier for the price. However, the Schecter does have EMGs if you're into that (I do love EMG pickups). We'll hopefully be checking out a model T layer this year :)
@@LowEndLobster thanks for the response lobsterman very helpful and I look forward to that video!
Man, I love this bass!!!!
Thanks Rev! :)
LowEndLobster - If I had $960 I’d be getting one of these from Thomann!!
Would be fun if the bass had a knob to turn a small amount of delay on one of the pickups, then it would be chorus of pbass
That's a really interesting and cool idea!
Ungodly great P sounding.Man I envy you.
Thanks Kev!
I love that bass!
My dream bass. Unfortunately these have skyrocketed in price :(
Wow, i really like the tone, more than Mighty Jazz! and i am more a J bass person.
Thanks Ruben! Yeah this one kicks!
If other fans are called slappers, maybe your followers should be called steamers. :) nice review. Would love hear u review a bass mods bass. As always, enjoyed it.
Thanks Lew! You're not the only one recommending bassmods. They look really nice. The roasted necks with abalone block inlays is my kinda bass. Perhaps we may see one in the future ;)
Finally, Totally buying one.
You won't be disappointed :)
If Yamaha is Fender (before Leo sold the company), then FGN is definitely G&L! My goodness, that's as modern a P-bass as it GETS in this day and age (O_O). If it were available as a left-handed option within the same price range, I'd be all over it like you wouldn't believe-lol! Oh well, maybe FGN will finally get around to addressing the long-neglected southpaw consumer base someday. Until then, I gotta stick with G&L for the time being...
>:-)
Thanks Peeka! This is one of my absolute favorite basses. I agree, FGN has never been to kind to the lefties which is a bummer because these should be played by everyone!
I went looking for this baby and was very sad to see it isn't made anymore. Dang it.
They are still made but you need to get them from a Japanese shop. I got a new one last week.
@@LowEndLobster good to know. Thank you.
This thing sounds like a total hammer. Massive
Still waiting for the full review of the TMB 505!
Thanks Vu! It's coming :). Going to be doing a double review with the Sire P7, stay tuned ;)
You have reviewed a lot of good sounding basses but this one is giving me a serious case of G.A.S.! The only thing that could kill it for me is the weight. So, how much does it weigh?
Thanks Michael! This one is 9.2 lbs.
LowEndLobster Thanks!
No way! A five claw
I need a raise at work and to send my wife to visit her family in Japan
It's here :). Eye on the prize my friend, eye on the prize ;P. Thank you!
Sounds like you went a little Geezer there in the beginning.
No Allen wrench included?
Mine has case candy including Allen wrenches. I have so many I never pay attention to that stuff though
As much as I love this bass, I think it's sound falls pretty close to what I can get out of my Apocalypse. Now if I could get my hands on this in a trans purple... TAKE MY MONEY!
Oooooh.... trans purple, you are a man of culture
@@LowEndLobster Rupaul taught me well
Fender produced a double P bass like this in the 80's.
Is this the first 5 clawer? I guess we know how to pick 'em!
It's actually the second. First was my Status Graphite Electro II fretless. That thing is SWEET.
Speaking of which, I ended up finding a local listing for a Fender Deluxe P Bass special (passive, made around the early '00s) for a measly $360 in red/metallic gold. It needed some brush up love, but it's my first 5 clawer for sure. Keep doing what you're doing, because I can feel the G.A.S. getting to me 😂
@@StaggaLags Wow that's a slick deal! Congrats my friend :) Enjoy!