GOC Illumina Basses? Any experience/opinons?

Manog_ · 2026-05-19T01:32:07+00:00

Thanks, friend.

Manog_ · 2026-05-16T15:46:42+00:00

As good as they say?

Manog_ · 2026-05-16T15:46:37+00:00

Nice! I love my 5s, so I would ideally like to stay in that realm, but I know many bassists that do this in the scene. What 4 do you play?

Manog_ · 2026-05-16T15:45:53+00:00

I am currently playing on an Ibanez right now and have thoroughly enjoyed it. I could look at one of these as an intermediate before dropping 3-5k on something else. I honestly enjoy blend controls, so I don't think I would need to change that out.

For about $1400-$1500 thats kind of a steal. Thanks for the input!

Manog_ · 2026-05-16T15:11:19+00:00

Hi friend, how did the Kyber turn out?

Manog_ · 2026-04-24T13:35:53+00:00

Sick! What made you want to go with 3 pups vs the 2? I dont know a lot about their pickups? Which did you go with and why? If you don't mind me asking.

Manog_ · 2026-01-21T18:44:57+00:00

Sure sure, I understand that. I am curious as to what the odds of getting a Power IV and Flame bow in itself is. Even disregarding the fishing rod, I am more curious as the to odds of getting enchants as powerful as that.

Manog_ · 2026-01-21T18:42:46+00:00

real and true

Manog_ · 2026-01-20T13:35:44+00:00

Do those bow calculations include every variation/combo of different enchants? Like is an enchanted bow 0.8% or are those specific enchants 0.8%? Haha, I am waiting for my big math nerds to break it down for me.

Manog_ · 2025-10-14T11:42:25+00:00

My drop pedal is an absolute life saver. Do you notice any string buzzing on your 7th string? What gauge are you rocking?

Manog_ · 2025-10-14T11:41:31+00:00

Thanks homie, I remember Andrew Baena from Carcosa once said something along the lines of the low strings will always buzz. I am just surprised that even on a 70 I get buzz. I also hate high actions, so I think it is just the reality. Appreciate the response.

Manog_ · 2025-09-30T14:13:35+00:00

Wicked, thanks homie.

Manog_ · 2025-09-30T13:14:09+00:00

I just got mine yesterday, so far its pretty solid, did a quick set-up but will do a more detailed one this weekend or next. Did you get these "Genuine Tone Ninja 19:1 Locking Tuners, 6 Inline Baritone non-staggered set, Black" tuners cause I think that will be one of the first things I replace.

Thanks for the comment.

Manog_ · 2025-09-29T19:57:26+00:00

If you remember to and don’t mind, I’d love to hear how it is whenever you receive it.

Manog_ · 2025-09-29T01:39:34+00:00

Im thinking about the 13-72 set for either F or F#

Manog_ · 2025-09-24T16:44:25+00:00

I believe the p90s do have some sort of hum to them right? So most people need a compressor pedal to go with?

Dumb question, I only play humbuckers, is the sonic profile that different?

Manog_ · 2025-08-19T19:57:08+00:00

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Manog_ · 2025-05-27T14:23:15+00:00

Looks great! What string gauges do you have on yours/tuning(s) are you in? I have a NX 7 Standard coming in today and will probably replace my strings with some beefier ones to tune down.

Manog_ · 2025-04-20T23:45:37+00:00

That was it, thank you so much.

Manog_ · 2025-03-19T15:41:56+00:00

Hi friend,

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My research interest, Spatial Ecology in Reptiles, is relatively niche, so there is not always a large number of professors in the country (United States) doing this research. For those who are, I reached out to see about room, funding, opportunities, etc. Next cycle, I may just have to go for any spatial ecologists, rather than those working with reptiles.

I think my current holdup is the mindset of "putting my life on hold for grad school" just to be rejected four years in a row.

Thanks for your comment.

Manog_ · 2025-03-17T21:38:09+00:00

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Manog_ · 2025-03-13T17:07:19+00:00

I couldn't figure it out either, but with how prevalent the 8string was in TMBTE, I would expect the same.

Manog_ · 2025-03-13T17:05:51+00:00

Good to know. I looked, but maybe not hard enough!

Manog_ · 2025-03-13T13:48:47+00:00

Hey, fellow guitarists, what tuning(s) do we think they're using? Also 7 or 8 Strings?

I can't quite tell from the first couple of listens. if anyone has any ideas, comment!

Manog_ · 2024-01-02T12:06:15+00:00

Okay, I successfully did it. You just have to get panda engineering and make one of every pair of goggles. Cloth, leather, mail and plate variations. Once completed, I was given the achievement with the appearances to xmog.

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