Which GAS will you succumb to in 2013? - Page 3

Mossiebass · #41 01-10-2013, 01:39 AM

I know people are skeptical about the new pawn shop bass VI, but good God I want one...

msact · #42 01-10-2013, 03:53 AM

I turn 50 later this year, so I am going to get myself something nice. Perhaps one of the new vintage fenders, but I am also considering a Lakland or an EBMM.

AuntieBeeb · #43 01-10-2013, 03:57 AM

I spent quite a lot last year, and I need to put some aside so I can chip in to record the band's next album. Doesn't stop me lusting though. I think my Schecter has sated the P-bass lust for a while; temptation to invest in my first Fender is definitely on the wane at the moment.

But those Epi T-birds...they look great, and they're in my sort of current price range. Definitely one of the neck-through versions, but I'm not sure. I tried one a few weeks ago and wasn't that taken, but then it was really badly set up. And the sound isn't *so* different from my EB-3. I'm probably going on looks mainly...anyone think it's worth having one?

thatbassist863 · #44 01-10-2013, 04:56 AM

My GAS for 2013 will be a Roscoe Standard Plus 6 string. I'm deciding on the exact specs but I'm definitely going to get it this year. Just putting together enough money to make it mine. Can't wait!!

SquierJazz72 · #45 01-10-2013, 05:36 AM

A Precision and something fretless. Being as I normally shop used, I'll go with whichever comes first, at the right price.

Nashrakh · #46 01-10-2013, 05:44 AM

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Originally Posted by P. Aaron

Would love an upright bass with decent tone & playability.

Have no dough.

+1

Been wanting to have one ever since I started playing... My problem is the schlepp. Got no car so that would mean either to never bring it to rehearsal or never be able to practice at home. Both a bummer.

Could have it at home and only bring it to gigs but something in me dislikes the idea of gigging on something you neber tried with the band before...

ErikW · #47 01-10-2013, 05:56 AM

An IEM setup.

MakoMan · #48 01-10-2013, 05:58 AM

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Originally Posted by cfsporn

A new year means new GAS to me, and I have a hunch that it means the same to you too. So I ask you, which GAS do you think will get the better of you in 2013?

Unquestionably I am going to eventually succumb and add a 4th short scale to my stable. The only question is will be be a cheapie used Bronco to mod, or a new Jag SS.
I have absolutely zero need for another bass, as the three I already have more than fulfill all my needs, but the lure of the GAS dark side is very strong

JimB52 · #49 01-10-2013, 06:12 AM

I would love a Lakland Jerry Scheff. Or a Lakkie Hollowbody.
Probably going to sell rather than buy, though. I have way too many basses already.

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Diesel Kilgore · #50 01-10-2013, 06:29 AM

A cheap mod bass with EXPENSIVE pickups. Plus a Dano.

unclejane · #51 01-10-2013, 06:49 AM

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Originally Posted by cfsporn

A new year means new GAS to me, and I have a hunch that it means the same to you too. So I ask you, which GAS do you think will get the better of you in 2013?

Nothing, because of "austerity measures" brought about by a recent loss of job security, but if I were going to succumb....

It would probably be a Carvin B40. For the last year or so I've been wanting something that sounds like my Bunny 4 string (or close to it) but is shaped and plays like my L2K. The Bunny is still very serviceable, but my injuries come back to haunt me after playing it for an extended time. The L2K has the best ergos for me, but not quite the sound I usually need.

So if I ever need to get down to just one bass, I'd probably replace them both with a plain-jane passive B40 unlined FL with a large MM-style humbucker at the bridge.

It'll be several years, if ever, before I can spend money on a bass, though, so that plan will just stay on the whiteboard for now...

LS

mcn1979 · #52 01-10-2013, 06:52 AM

I've been GASing for another 5er. Going to start another bass fund to make that happen this year.

MrLenny1 · #53 01-10-2013, 06:56 AM

A new Micro head, maybe Genz Benz.
A roadie & a national tour, Ha!

old mark · #54 01-10-2013, 07:01 AM

Dangerous thing...looking through Ebay for basses...

Found an Epiphone EB3 "blemished" but brand new for $213, including shipping...It came yesterday. It's a great great bass...

I could NOT let it get away.

mark

dalkowski · #55 01-10-2013, 07:06 AM

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Originally Posted by msact

I turn 50 later this year, so I am going to get myself something nice. Perhaps one of the new vintage fenders, but I am also considering a Lakland or an EBMM.

Me too. Mrs. wants to take the family on a big trip (that will bankrupt us, in all likelihood), but instead I'd like some sort of really nice 5-string Jazz style. Lakland 5560 or DJ 5, perhaps, or Fender Am Dlx.

msact · #56 01-10-2013, 07:10 AM

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Originally Posted by dalkowski

Me too. Mrs. wants to take the family on a big trip (that will bankrupt us, in all likelihood), but instead I'd like some sort of really nice 5-string Jazz style. Lakland 5560 or DJ 5, perhaps, or Fender Am Dlx.

I consider this birthday the one time in my life where I can justify buying myself something expensive that I absolutely don't need. I am not passing up that opportunity.

SteveC · #57 01-10-2013, 07:35 AM

I may succumb to another/different Roscoe this year. I have a beautiful new Roscoe Century Standard Plus 5 fretless and have a Century Standard Plus 5 fretted being built as we speak.

I've been playing the fretless exclusively since I received it - a couple weeks. I like it a lot. Very different from playing fretted of course. Makes me be more precise which is a good thing. It's very expressive. I've had fretless basses before so I'm not new to it, but I don't have any gigs that specifically call for fretless right now - like when I used to play in jazz groups. I'm going to try it at church on Sunday. Many people seem to like playing their fretless basses in a church situation. If it works out, great. If it doesn't, someone will get a great deal on a spectacular fretless Roscoe.

RxFunk · #58 01-10-2013, 07:54 AM

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Originally Posted by mcn1979

I've been GASing for another 5er. Going to start another bass fund to make that happen this year.

+1 I'm saving until the end of the school year and I'm going to combine that with my graduation money and then go on an instrument shopping spree for a fiver, a fretless, and an electric guitar

leste · #59 01-10-2013, 07:58 AM

mxr octave deluxe.

ggvicviper · #60 01-10-2013, 07:58 AM

~~I have informed my girlfriend that I will buy either the Fender Pawn Shop Bass VI or the Reverse Jag Bass at the end of the year.~~

EDIT: Due to Fender's price hikes on the AVRI line, I'm not sure I will be supporting the company. Maybe I'll get something else I would like.