I also have the problem of a West Coast of Scotland accent which doesn't lend itself well to talking through a mic. Especially as I also have a deep voice. I used to have to slightly put on a voice to try and be understood.
We’re certainly on the same page when it comes to nut widths. I have very ‘Goldilocks’ tastes when it comes to nut widths, especially with the 4 string beast, J bass widths are just too narrow for me, but some fivers feel like the deck of an aircraft carrier.