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[PrimalScream91]

If you're asking me, I swapped out the stock block on my Pacer Vintage for a Brass "L" sustain block from FU-Tone, as well as replaced one of the springs with a high tension model.

[MarshallJMP]

Does this do a lot to the sound?

[PrimalScream91]

This is the second guitar I’ve put the high tension springs in. I play with .11’s so I’m used to adjusting the springs when I swap out from the .10’s that usually come on them. The springs on my HM Strat were worn out when I got it, I had the claw screwed all the way in and my trem was still lifting pretty bad, so I replaced all three springs with high tension springs from FU-Tone and they fixed the issue.

I initially replaced all three of the springs on my Pacer, but decided to just use one of them.

This is the first Brass Block I’ve bought (I’ve not seen a replacement block for a Kahler Spyder or the Strat would have one too), the stock block was 32mm, but the new one is 42mm. Some will have you believe that a new block will allow your guitar to sustain until the end of time, but I wouldn't bet on it being that good! It does add some sustain, as well as warmth to the sound, especially when playing clean. It's not as noticeable as some would have you believe, but it's a decent upgrade to the guitar.

I’ll have to play on it for a few more days before I make a final verdict, but as of right now, I’m satisfied.

[MarshallJMP]

Ah ok, thanks !

[Harley Hexxe]

I'm sure that also has something to do with the pickups and the guitar composition too. The woods have an effect on tone and sustain as well.

 My 1980 STRAT already has a brass block from the factory, and the bridge and saddles are brass also. There is a big difference in tone from the other Stratocasters.

      Harley

[Dante]

I have found the cleans get warmer with a big brass block from FU as well.

Which reminds me that I have one guitar without that upgrade...

[PrimalScream91]

Which reminds me that I have one guitar without that upgrade...

I sense a purchase in your future.

[Kim]

I got my Temolo Stoppers from FU Tone.  I already have blocks that I made from O-1 Tool Steel in my guitars though, otherwise I'd get some brass ones from there.

 I tell ya, that site should have a Drool Rating.   

[PrimalScream91]

 Don't tell the missus, but I just scored an MP-2! 

The A/DA rig is growing...

[Soloist]

Don't tell the missus, but I just scored an MP-2! 

The A/DA rig is growing...

OOOHHH! you have that problem too!
Good score on the MP2! I got mine a few months ago without someone knowing either. 

Now if I could just find an MP1 Classic..........

[PrimalScream91]

OOOHHH! you have that problem too!
Good score on the MP2! I got mine a few months ago without someone knowing either. 

Now if I could just find an MP1 Classic..........

Yeah, I've done pretty well in the A/DA purchases so far. I was able to score the MP-2 for less than I paid for my MP-1 which, judging by prices elsewhere I didn't think would ever happen!

I'd love to have a classic, just to round out the fleet, but it seems like everytime they go up for sale the seller wants a decent chunk of change for it. Since I'm not necessarily "needing" an MP-1 Classic, I won't go that high.

Hell, I didn't need the MP-2, but I couldn't beat the price. 

[Soloist]

Ha! I didn't need mine either. It was a combo of I wanted it and the price was right. Been looking at Classics but the one I found the guy wants waaayyyy to much for it. So the the hunt moves on!

[PrimalScream91]

Ha! I didn't need mine either. It was a combo of I wanted it and the price was right. Been looking at Classics but the one I found the guy wants waaayyyy to much for it. So the the hunt moves on!

My best friend just sold off his guitar rig so he could go back to playing bass, I tried to get him to grab an MB-1 but he doesnt share the love for old rack gear that we do here. Oh well... 

[Peter H. Boer]

My best friend just sold off his guitar rig so he could go back to playing bass, I tried to get him to grab an MB-1 but he doesnt share the love for old rack gear that we do here. Oh well... 

His loss 

[rnolan]

Go PS91  , enjoy the MP2, a very different beast to the MP1  .  What sort of condition is it in ? and what EPROM revision ? v1.41 was the latest and has faster patch change (selectable in MIDI options).  Did you get any pedals with it ? The MP2 accepts CC commands, probably the most useful is the stereo master volume and is the only way to access this feature.