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Description
Flea’s current No. 1 is this Fender Custom Shop Jazz bass built by Jason Smith. It has an active Modulus Lane Poor pickup that was out of production, but due to demand from Flea and other bassists, is now available again. The current models on the market are called Legacy Lane Poor. It’s also outfitted with an Aguilar OBP-1 preamp. He keeps his knobs taped at his preferred settings (bass almost full up, treble rolled off) and only uses his volume knob live. It has a graphite neck that allows Robar to set Flea's action very low—4/64" on the bass side down to a 3/64" on the treble side—and Flea uses his signature set of GHS Boomers (.045–.105).
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Features and functionality
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The bass features a maple neck and fingerboard with a 12-16" radius, offering a smooth playing experience with medium-sized frets.
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Flea's custom model may have returned to using Lane Poor pickups, as indicated by a lack of exposed poles, akin to his Modulus basses.
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Flea's custom shop Fender bass includes a Music Man style pickup, differing from standard Fender models which typically don't feature this pickup configuration.
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Equipped with a Seymour Duncan active humbucker and Aguilar OBP-1 preamp, the bass offers a versatile tonal palette with a master volume and 2-band EQ for precise control.
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The body is made from alder, finished in a satin polyurethane for a distinct Bourbon Metallic color, contrasting the previous silver finish.
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The Custom Shop Jazz Bass features a Seymour Duncan Basslines humbucker and Aguilar OBP-1 preamp, offering a distinct tonal profile similar to Flea's Modulus basses.
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Flea's custom model uses active pickups, a feature derived from his preference for active electronics in past live performances.
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Other
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It's noted that Flea switches between various basses, indicating his preference for custom and diverse setups tailored to specific performances.
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Comparisons
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The purple LA Lakers bass was used specifically for drop D tuned songs, showcasing versatility in Flea's custom bass lineup.
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Some players prefer the Modulus Flea Bass with Lane Poor pickups and carbon fiber neck for a more powerful, hi-fi sound compared to the newer Fender models.
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The Fender Custom Shop Jazz Bass is seen as more traditional compared to the sleek, modern design of the Modulus Flea Bass, which featured a full carbon fiber neck.
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Flea's signature bass is compared to Music Man Stingrays and Modulus Fleabasses, with differing opinions on visual appeal and tonal performance.
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Build quality
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The bass's Fender HiMass fixed bridge and vintage-style tuners provide reliable tuning stability and sustain, with a nickel/chrome finish for durability.
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User experience
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Some users miss the Lane Poor pickups, which were initially used but are no longer featured in Flea's main bass due to supply depletion.
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Owners have noted a significant difference in live sound quality, with some preferring the sound of Flea's older Modulus basses over the current Fender models.
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Use cases and applications
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This bass is noted for its excellent sound quality at live shows, although opinions vary on its in-person vs. recorded sound.
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Flea’s current No. 1 is this Fender Custom Shop Jazz bass built by Jason Smith. It has an active Modulus Lane Poor pickup that was out of production, but due to demand from Flea and other bassists, is now available again. The current models on the market are called Legacy Lane Poor. It’s also outfitted with an Aguilar OBP-1 preamp. He keeps his knobs taped at his preferred settings (bass almost full up, treble rolled off) and only uses his volume knob live. It has a graphite neck that allows Robar to set Flea's action very low—4/64" on the bass side down to a 3/64" on the treble side—and Flea uses his signature set of GHS Boomers (.045–.105).
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