The trademark Bartolini sound is preserved in the MK-1 while providing superb sound quality and value. The Flame Maple top on the body adds a high-class upgraded look and a touch of tonal definition. Mahogany's warm and emphasised low-midrange is complemented by the high-midrange and treble of 5-piece Maple & Wenge neck for a perfectly balanced and coherent sound. Featuring neck-thru-body construction, premium tone woods, and Bartolini pickups and electronics, the A4 Plus FMMH delivers the sound and playability a working pro needs. So if they were available in 3/8' I would seriously think about replacing my 55-94s tuners for LICs.The A4 Plus FMMH is the reference Cort bass designed and built for the working musician who requires excellent performance and rock-steady reliability gig after gig. I also liked the satin look and feel of the LICs better. The tapered post, in my experience, allows for an easier string changing and a tighter string settlement. So if you measure on the bottom, it is closer to 3/8'. What fools people sometimes (and it is actually my favorite feature of the LICs) is that the post is tapered, being larger at the top and narrower at the bottom. All of the many ones I have seen are 1/2'. I have never seen an Ultralite LIC that has a 3/8' post. Or as Riis suggested, just enlarge the holes. If you are ordering US Ultralites for your bass that had LICs, you might need to call Hipshot and ask for the appropriate ferrules. I can't confirm if the dimensions of the whole machine are different, but I can confirm that the diameter of the ferrule is different (metric vs US). Your experience with Sadowsky confirms this. You cannot buy LICs by themselves, unless you buy them from a manufacturer or used. They can be used on either the bass or treble side with the aforementioned mod. Appears to be a US Ultralite, either 3/8 or 1/2 (don't have my glasses on). PM me if you're having difficulties.ĮDIT: Just saw the picture and you're good to go. I wouldn't hesitate to use them on any project.Ħ) Reversal is easy on the US models and requires a single hex key to remove the cap screw tensioner.that's it. The US models are much easier.ĥ) I have one in front of me and there is no logo other than 'Hipshot Lic.' It's a very nice product for those working within a price-point. The Lic'd cap screw tensioners are larger.Ĥ) Yes, you can punch out the washer with a piece of dowel or whatnot should you chose to reverse the configuration. The male / female thread orientation is reversed (tuner body / mounting ferrule). Seems like any great company now has a seperate 'line' that is basically the same thing with a different name and a better price - just made in China (who I think is doing amazing work these days)ġ) I can't really feel much of a difference.Ģ) Don't know why he balked.may be he had his doubts about the Lic'd, as well.ģ) The US units (Ultralite GB-7 equivalents) are slightly larger and may require a couple swipes of sandpaper in the mounting holes before installation. I just bought a set of 4 without knowing there were 2 different Hipshots. #6) There is no video and no FAQ regarding how to reverse the Hipshot USA tuner on the Hipshot website - that I can find. (now I get and respect that stance, but my question is: do they say Sadowsky on them or something? are they Special Hipshot LIC other than a different logo - or are they just Regular Hipshot LIC with a different logo?) But he won't sell them to you - 'only for repairs' #4) You can reverse the USA tuners for 2X2, but you can't reverse the LIC. standard measuring bias? Or anecdotal evidence from people replacing LIC with new USA and noticing the peghead holes are tight or loose?) (I assume that if it is true then it is a metric vs. #3) Some folks say the dimensions are slightly different - I have read the the USA are a very teeny bit smaller dimension wise - and I have read the the USA are a very teeny bit larger dimension wise #2) One thread I saw a guy said he liked Licensed better than USA - but when offered a brand new set of LIC for his used USA - he balked That you can't really tell the difference #1) Most people say that they feel very much the same. Ok, I have searched and I'm not satisfied - I can't find a thorough discussion on this topic:

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