The Official Variax Bass Club - Page 2

**mjac28** · #21 11-15-2012, 09:20 PM

Variax owners show your basses show your pride

Flatwound · #22 11-15-2012, 10:38 PM

I have a Variax 705. Looks just like yours, mjac, except for the extra string.

I've only had it for a few months, but I really like it. I use the P-bass model more than anything, but I like having the other models available. I have a Thumb BO 6, and I can tell you that the Thumb model is very good. I would also say that some of the models can sound a little "processed" when you play the bass by itself, but that disappears in a band situation.

In terms of strings, I'm currently using Dean Markley SR2000's, and I'll probably keep using them. I've used them in the past on some other basses, and I really like them.

**mjac28** · #23 11-15-2012, 11:05 PM

Cool looks like you are # 5 sir congrats on your beautiful bass I love the P models also but my favorite is that eight string and the modern is also one I use often. I finally got a chance to run it thru my effects and man oh man I love it.

**mjac28** · #24 11-16-2012, 06:51 PM

Come on come all don't be shy don't be afraid show those Variax basses

Szybas · #25 11-23-2012, 03:45 PM

I've got 5 string version. I got it used (damaged low B tuning peg - tunes quite right for B but can't tune up from low B...) anyway i simply LOVE the sounds! The Rick and Thunderbird emulation are PERFECT, though I'm not amazed by j and p bass. But they've managed to mimic upright and acoustic nicely - when played correctly (try playing upright emulation above 12th fret with thumb and a *touch* of palm muting - you'll know).
All in all it's definetly worth the money for all the sounds, and it's constantly inspire to play more and more (thru PodX3 and set of headphones for me).
BTW can I have a #?

**millertx** · #26 11-23-2012, 03:58 PM

I have had the 5-string model since they first came out, it has been my main bass for many years.

I've tried a few others but keep coming back to this one. I have it strung with DR Black Beauties.

**mjac28** · #27 11-23-2012, 07:17 PM

Yes sir you both are in thanks for the posts

**mjac28** · #28 11-23-2012, 07:24 PM

Millertx she sure is pretty looks nice with the black beauties

**Stephent28** · #29 11-24-2012, 10:22 AM

might be time for an initial listing of members and their numbers.......

**mjac28** · #30 11-24-2012, 04:05 PM

Hey Stephent what's up? I listed each member and number in my original post I'm going to change the color so it sticks out more I'm glad you mentioned that kind sir.

**millertx** · #31 11-25-2012, 07:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mjac28

Millertx she sure is pretty looks nice with the black beauties

Thanks! The DR Black Beauties are my favorite round wound string.

Rich

**mjac28** · #32 11-25-2012, 08:28 PM

Did it make a difference in the sound ?

**millertx** · #33 11-25-2012, 11:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mjac28

Did it make a difference in the sound ?

Not so much on the Variax, I think I have to agree at this point with others that the majority of the sound of the Variax comes out of the electronics and the strings don't influence it much, if any.

I do like the tone of the DR Black Beauties on my Squier Deluxe Active Jazz V and Fender Precision basses, plus I like the longevity of the coated strings and just the general feel and tension of the DR BBs. They are not that expensive and last a long time for me, so I am fine with having them on the Variax also because they give me that consistent feel and tension from bass to bass.

Rich

**mjac28** · #34 11-26-2012, 04:25 AM

Thanks Rich

**mjac28** · #35 11-26-2012, 10:18 AM

Our Club is growing all you variax current or former owners are welcome.

yodedude2 · #36 11-26-2012, 10:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mjac28

...the best way to evaluate the bass is to throw out the notion that it's trying to duplicate and enjoy the sounds you will be amazed

this is what i keep telling folks! forget about replicating or modeling different basses and approach the variax as a bass that has 24 different onboard effects.

i'll post a pic of mine. someday. maybe.

**mjac28** · #37 11-27-2012, 03:11 PM

Thanks yodedude2 for the post and you are #8 if you would like to join be glad to have you.

flyingwalrus · #38 11-28-2012, 08:27 PM

Hello all,

Another Variax 705 user in sunburst (I gather about 3 were sold in the UK so it's special...) I use it in parallel with an Ibanez throughneck 5 string which seems to cover all the basses. It seems to respond well to extreme smiley-face EQ which, on a good day, can find the resonant frequency of the room.

All the best,

Ian

**mjac28** · #39 12-02-2012, 07:07 PM

You are #9 sir thanks for posting

**mjac28** · #40 12-02-2012, 07:16 PM

Updated List:

Official Variax Bass Club Members List

#1 F-Clef-Jef
#2 Mjac28
#3 Stephent28
#4 Cutty
#5 Flatwound
#6 Szybas
#7 Millertx
#8 Yodedude2
#9 Flyingwalrus