Fernandes or Gibson

[I am Soma]

Hey all,
So I'm looking at getting a new backup bass. I've played nothing but Modulus for years and am just looking for something different and fun.

I'm currently looking at the Fernandes Triturador as Carcass is a top three band for me and I like the features/looks. I've also heard Fernandes makes very underrated gear.
The other option I'm interested in is the new Gibson EB. Love the look and I've always loved the Gibson bass tone.

Anyone have any experience with either of these basses/brands? Unfortunately I won't be able to try either of these basses prior, but as it's a backup to a backup I'm not uber worried

http://www.fernandesguitars.com/trit...or-deluxe.html

http://www2.gibson.com/Products/Elec...A/EB-Bass.aspx

[mpdd]

fernandes makes some hi quality stuff for sure

[I am Soma]

do you have first hand experience?

[RCCollins]

I'd go with the Gibson, which is made in the US rather than China. It also has a nice feature set, and doesn't look like a Dean Cadillac!

[I am Soma]

Originally Posted by RCCollins

I'd go with the Gibson, which is made in the US rather than China. It also has a nice feature set, and doesn't look like a Dean Cadillac!

Ha it does look like a Cadillac lol It just looks fun and is the artist model for one of my favorite bassists of all time!

[pghjeeper]

No comparison USA made gibson or china made Fernandez, Gibson all day for me. Did Fernandez change hands? When I was young they where cheap Fender knock offs

[mp40smg]

unless it is one of the old Fernandes Alembics.. which are friggin awesome...

I'd probably opt for a Thunderbird.

[socialleper]

I've never been a fan of Gibson basses. They are usually kind of awkward weight wise and I'm not really impressed by the body styles.
I tried out some mid-level Fernandes basses about a decade ago and they were ok. Nice big tone but nothing really spectacular. The Walker bass is kinda cool, but based on the live tone I've heard Carcass get its not for me. It sounds a little too clanky with the OD kicked in.

[I am Soma]

Originally Posted by socialleper

I've never been a fan of Gibson basses. They are usually kind of awkward weight wise and I'm not really impressed by the body styles.
I tried out some mid-level Fernandes basses about a decade ago and they were ok. Nice big tone but nothing really spectacular. The Walker bass is kinda cool, but based on the live tone I've heard Carcass get its not for me. It sounds a little too clanky with the OD kicked in.

Hmmm haven't found any good vids of his live tone with that bass. maybe i'll have to do some more digging but i like clank

[mpdd]

only played fernandes telecaster guitars, but they were sweet

[Barkless Dog]

if you're buying new get the Gibson. it's going to give you a unique tone from your other basses. Buy either bass used if you can.

[I am Soma]

Originally Posted by Barkless Dog

if you're buying new get the Gibson. it's going to give you a unique tone from your other basses. Buy either bass used if you can.

I'm sure both would give unique tones - the large Gibson neck sounds a little scary to me

[socialleper]

Originally Posted by I am Soma

Hmmm haven't found any good vids of his live tone with that bass. maybe i'll have to do some more digging but i like clank

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hb9GX0aj4Q8

Then it might be for you. The design is unique but I've never seen one up close so I can't speak to its playability.

[I am Soma]

Originally Posted by socialleper

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hb9GX0aj4Q8

Then it might be for you. The design is unique but I've never seen one up close so I can't speak to its playability.

that is what sucks about not too many dealers carrying them on a good note that video rocks.... "our great pleasure to be back in Belgium - the land of chocolate and peeeeedophiles"