The stock preamp was so bad it felt like an afterthought. It's hard to believe something this low-quality could be included in a mid-range bass. It was noisy, had weird frequency response, and a useless slap switch. Worst of all, it made the bass feel stiff and unresponsive due to its low headroom.
Get the tone you are seeking by adding a preamp to your bass or replacing your current preamp. This guide digs into the ins and outs of on-board bass preamps.
There is a bit of confusion in bass circles regarding active and passive pickups. By in large, the vast majority of pickups in basses are passive. Probably over 95% of basses have passive pickups.
