Help me choose a DB.

[RRunner]

Given a choice between a Palatino, Billy and a Englehardt, Maestro ES1; what is a better instrument? Looking at life span, resale value, & durability? I'm looking for a good all-round bass.

[jweiss]

I would ask for more choices.

Do a search for these basses in the forum, you will find out that neither is very well regarded.

Check out a Lemur laminated bass, or an Upton laminated bass, or a Shen laminated bass for better options at reasonable prices.

[wdnewman]

Or try this one too:

http://www.stringemporium.com/cheap-upright-basses.htm

Highly regarded. Try all you can. Don't get stuck on one brand.

[Greg Clinkingbeard]

Why don't you fill out your profile, tell us where you live, etc.

[BassLove_]

Originally Posted by wdnewman

Or try this one too:

http://www.stringemporium.com/cheap-upright-basses.htm

Highly regarded. Try all you can. Don't get stuck on one brand.

Try here. Even more highly regarded and for a bunch o good reasons imo

[Bass]

Originally Posted by RRunner

Given a choice between a Palatino, Billy and a Englehardt, Maestro ES1; what is a better instrument?...

Englehardt - hands down.

As others in this thread said, I would be thinking about an Upton Laminate over the Englehardt.

[denlaf]

I've bought a laminated one from upton Bass at $1,800 and I really like the sound. Not expensive and worth every penny. I've installed a Realist pick-up and the K&K Golden Bullet microphone. The amplified sound is full and natural.

[Bass]

Originally Posted by denlaf

I've bought a laminated one from upton Bass at $1,800 and I really like the sound. Not expensive and worth every penny. I've installed a Realist pick-up and the K&K Golden Bullet microphone. The amplified sound is full and natural.

Awesome, congratulations! Please post some pics.