need help with m1a sound please!

[thetearoomorchestra]

i had an m1a installed in my martin 000-15m and i dislike what i am hearing. it sounds weak, tinny, and unimpressive. i thought i'd post here just to see if i could get any help before i remove it as it's causing me to avoid that guitar now, which is a shame. help please!

[Caleb_Elling]

i had an m1a installed in my martin 000-15m and i dislike what i am hearing. it sounds weak, tinny, and unimpressive. i thought i'd post here just to see if i could get any help before i remove it as it's causing me to avoid that guitar now, which is a shame. help please!

Can you tell me what you're playing through? (i.e. pedals, amp, PA, etc.)

[thetearoomorchestra]

Can you tell me what you're playing through? (i.e. pedals, amp, PA, etc.)

sounds the same whether through my yamaha stagepass 400 pa or my fishman loudbox artist.

[Caleb_Elling]

OK,
Without using any EQ, the M1A, like most magnetic pickups, is going to sound pretty mid-heavy (even honky sometimes). Using some precise EQ is usually the best way to smooth out the sound and get a more natural tone.

Apart from EQ or other tone shaping, the M1A just has a very unique sound. For my own preference, it is a little too unnatural. However, the M1A is highly regarded by a lot of players for it's unique tonal quality. I have hear it sound really good, it's just not my cup of tea.

I hope that helps.

[Caleb_Elling]

If you were going to use some EQ, I would recommend a cut around 300-400 Hz, and maybe another at around 1.5k to 2.5k Hz.

[thetearoomorchestra]

If you were going to use some EQ, I would recommend a cut around 300-400 Hz, and maybe another at around 1.5k to 2.5k Hz.

ok. thanks.