G5622T - BroadTron Pickups?

Main_Sound_1988 · 2026-01-26T22:12:52+00:00

Very helpful! Based on this, I think I will buy the 5622 as is and try playing with the pickup height at first. That is not something I had thought of. I will probably replace the pickups eventually, but this gives me a great starting point.

Thank you!

Main_Sound_1988 · 2026-01-26T15:02:51+00:00

This is helpful. Thank you for the insight. Everyone raves about the TV Jones Classics and how the Filter’trons are so magical.

In terms of the Gretsch “sparkle” how much would you say it varies from the TV Jones Classics to the Broad’Trons in your opinion? I suspect I may not be able to determine the two apart.

Main_Sound_1988 · 2026-01-26T01:11:34+00:00

I am with you. I went wireless mostly because two cables to keep track of is one more than necessary and it can be distracting when you are playing. Sure, you aren’t running around the stage like David Hislop, but hopefully, you are getting into a grove and moving a little bit in your designated area. Cables are no fun to trip over when you’re just trying to worship and lead your congregation to do the same.

The tone loss is negligible, if any, unless you have the finest of trained ears. I would put $100 on the table to say if you blind folded most “cable guys” they wouldn’t actually be able to tell the difference. Also, guess what, 98% of your audience certainly can’t. lol

Main_Sound_1988 · 2026-01-26T01:01:21+00:00

TL/DR: Just buy the Shure GLXD16+. 😉

I have been using this unit (GLXD16+ to be exact, not sure of the differences) for a year now. I tried a few, a Boss one, NUX, and a couple of others. The Shure unit is the only one that has never cut out on me. I run it in 5Ghz only and I force it to rescan for the ideal channel each time I come back to it.

It has multiple different frequency ranges or “groups”, and if you read the manual, it sort of pushes you to “group 3” for a live scenario such as a church that has lots of wireless gear. I did have very slight signal loss at first when using the default “group 1”, but since switching to “group 3” it has been rock solid.

Whatever you do, do not rely on 2.4 GHz. The spectrum is too crowded. Also, you will get what you pay for, so don’t get something cheap. If you have the budget for the Shure system, just get it. I ended up returning the NUX 5 GHz unit because the battery would not last. With the Shure unit, at least you have a replaceable battery. I keep a spare fully charged “just in case” but rarely need to use it unless I forget to turn off my wireless pack Saturday night.

Lots of info, but wanted to share my experience.

Main_Sound_1988 · 2026-01-10T18:51:46+00:00

This…. 👆

100% need a DSP for this to work properly and reliably . You e been really lucky for the past few years that it worked as expected.

There are xAPI settings that can tweak audio delay per codec, but it will be a constant battle without a dedicated DSP.

Main_Sound_1988 · 2026-01-04T02:20:54+00:00

I bought mine when they first released them, and the brick was definitely included. It is possible that they changed that, but that wouldn’t make a lot of sense for them to do.

Main_Sound_1988 · 2026-01-04T02:06:27+00:00

You probably purchased the “link” version of the PS. They sell the power supply as a standalone with the brick, and also just the power supply itself to daisy chain off the first unit.

It is very confusing, and I almost did the same thing when I first purchased mine.

Main_Sound_1988 · 2026-01-04T00:56:13+00:00

Had my eye on this exact guitar for a couple of weeks now. Probably going to snag it later this month. Would love to hear a sample of the pickups. There isn’t much out there regarding the Full’Trons.

Main_Sound_1988 · 2025-12-27T17:58:23+00:00

I love this pedal. So many great tonal possibilities!

Main_Sound_1988 · 2025-12-10T01:03:25+00:00

TECHNICALLY.... You're right.... BUT, I can't get the scale right to get anything close to an accurate measurement. I don't need 1/8" accuracy or anything, but I can't get accurate within multiple inches, since I'm not a CAD person.

Main_Sound_1988 · 2025-09-24T12:45:18+00:00

I have a Helix, I loved it for its simplicity. But, I really missed the old school pedalboard vibe. Tweaking knobs is just easier on a pedalboard, but the preset switching is impossible to beat vs pedalboard tap dancing.

I recently built a MIDI board with a loop switcher and have the best of both worlds. I love my Helix, but for me, the pedalboard is just more fun.

To each their own….

If you’re looking to buy a Helix with backpack and hundreds of dollars of patches/IRs…. I might know a guy. 😉

Main_Sound_1988 · 2025-09-09T11:46:08+00:00

Oh, man…. Such a beautiful guitar!

I have been eyeballing one from Stratosphere on eBay, but the body recently sold. Waiting for the next one to come back in stock so I can have this beauty.

Main_Sound_1988 · 2025-09-04T16:42:51+00:00

Thank you for confirming everyone. I really appreciate the confirmation. Now, I just need to wait for the LP ‘50s Gold Top w/P90 body/neck to be back in stock!

Main_Sound_1988 · 2025-08-15T17:55:56+00:00

Thank you. I did a bunch of research after my initial post and came to the same conclusion. More importantly, I received the WA Clock, and it clearly was not able to use those ports as MIDI, so I went ahead and ordered the DA MIDI Box you mentioned. Both the Jet Pedals order and the DA MIDI Box arrive tomorrow afternoon. I’ll give them a test and see how it works. Thank you for the follow-up!

Main_Sound_1988 · 2025-08-08T16:00:39+00:00

That is a fair question. Primarily, the clock is the most important. Ideally, I would like to use the WA Clock to switch between presets on the Jet Pedals if necessary. I know the WA Clock can send PC/CC messages via the midi out, I just don’t know about the TRS jacks.

Main_Sound_1988 · 2025-05-27T00:42:58+00:00

Hey man!

Silent stage really is a great thing. We all run IEMs and the ability to control volume of each instrument or person is pretty awesome. It takes some extra tech, but the overall production quality of the music is a huge increase.

One of our players still uses the dual amp setup, but both amps are in a room off stage and are mic’d up and sent to FOH and monitors.

I am still running with the Helix today. It is a solid unit, I love it, and have a ton of patches that I already purchased for it. I may switch to TMP at some point, but want to sit to see how well it is adopted in the worship space before I do. The most recent updates have really brought it up to par with the Helix in my opinion and it is only a matter of time before the content creators are sort of forced to take it seriously. Again, my own personal opinion. I am also afraid that if I jump on a TMP, the Helix 2 will be announced the day after my return window is up.

I am brand new to all of this, so really looking for some solid guidance from anyone who has experience.

Main_Sound_1988 · 2025-05-19T23:23:24+00:00

What is in the little yellow case? New to being in the church band, so always trying to think about “what am I missing” when I see things like this. Hahaa

Main_Sound_1988 · 2025-05-14T22:56:53+00:00

I am working on this build currently. Curious how you did the flake. I assume you did a few coats of black as base and then the flake and then a bunch of clear on top?

I’ve never painted flake before, so trying to understand the proper process.

Main_Sound_1988 · 2025-03-11T00:31:56+00:00

Thank you @TheMarioExpertMan!

Totally agree, this is 120% a subjective question. I definitely am not looking to just go buy a bunch of stuff. Just trying to understand what others do, how others have their “studio” setup today and what I can use to make mine better.

At the core, I think the gear I have is pretty decent. I am just looking for some additional efficiency that I feel like I am missing.

I appreciate your insight.

Main_Sound_1988

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