Should I trade my Ray?

**Mound of Sound** · #1 06-11-2010, 08:31 PM

I've had a Stingray 5 for about 8 years now. It's an awesome bass, and like many, have uttered the immortal "I'll never get rid of this bass" line numerous times.

I'm getting kind of bored with it, and I'm thinking more along the lines of a jazz (DJ5, Beck V) or possibly a 55-02.

I've been trolling the threads for a while, and GAS is getting to me.

Should I keep the Ray and be happy, or should I venture into new waters?

THIS IS NOT A TRADE REQUEST THREAD. I'll do that in the proper forums. I'm just looking for opinions, and possible 'trader's remorse' stories.

fu22ba55 · #2 06-11-2010, 08:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Mound of Sound

It's an awesome bass, and like many, have uttered the immortal "I'll never get rid of this bass" line numerous times.

Don't get rid of it.

Start thinking about what you want, and save up for it.

I have a couple basses I don't think I could ever sell, even if I don't play them all the time. They come back around.

Sure you probably need a break from you Ray, but rest assured you'll wake up one day and all you'll want to do is play that old Ray.

nastyn8c · #3 06-11-2010, 08:47 PM

I traded my Ray a few years ago, but only because I knew I really wanted to get into fanned frets. I still love that tone, and my Z3 lets me get a little bit of it.

Be aware that the Stingray tone and feel is unique. You're not going to find it elsewhere, so only trade if you know what you're getting and you find a good deal.

**jmattbassplaya** · #4 06-11-2010, 08:47 PM

^+1

try putting some stainless steals or flats on your Ray to change it up some.

JoshuaTSP · #5 06-11-2010, 08:49 PM

Just make sure your next bass has bridge MM and you'll be okay.

ubnomnar · #6 06-11-2010, 08:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Mound of Sound

Should I keep the Ray and be happy, or should I venture into new waters?

Why does it have to be a "one or the other" scenario?

Why not keep the one you love and buy the one you're gassin' for, then play them both for a while to see whether they're both keepers.

Love lasts... GAS DISSIPATES...

Infidelity · #7 06-11-2010, 09:04 PM

If your really into jazz.. Maybe you should get a 55-02.. It can get close to a stingray tone and it's really a good jazz bass.. That is just my opinion..

I recently bought a 55-02D and in a matter of days I put my sterling in classifieds..

Good Luck.!

But if I were you, I think I will keep the stingray.. Sentimental value doesn't compare to anything..

bobalu · #8 06-11-2010, 09:06 PM

Keep it and find a way to purchase the other one you want. I have made this mistake before and I'll never do it again. I've even been so bored and sure that I wouldn't miss a bass by selling it, left it in its case for a month or so, and than felt so glad when I wanted to play it again and it was there to take out.

onlyclave · #9 06-11-2010, 09:07 PM

Totally get rid of it.

If you need to ask the internet what to do then you have no problem making decisions.

You don't need that bass. Seriously. Dump it.

**Staccato** · #10 06-11-2010, 09:24 PM

You're bored with it, let it go...

danomite64 · #11 06-11-2010, 09:29 PM

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Originally Posted by nastyn8c

Be aware that the Stingray tone and feel is unique. You're not going to find it elsewhere, so only trade if you know what you're getting and you find a good deal.

When I sold my last Ray (actually my Sabre was the last MM I sold), I bought a used ATK and it's kept that itch scratched for 5 years now......

**Mound of Sound** · #12 06-11-2010, 09:58 PM

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Originally Posted by onlyclave

Totally get rid of it.

If you need to ask the internet what to do then you have no problem making decisions.

You don't need that bass. Seriously. Dump it.

Exactly what I thought before starting this thread.

Just a feeble attempt to avoid kicking myself later.

JoshuaTSP · #13 06-11-2010, 10:09 PM

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Originally Posted by onlyclave

Totally get rid of it.

If you need to ask the internet what to do then you have no problem making decisions.

You don't need that bass. Seriously. Dump it.

Nothing wrong with creating meaningful discussion about an important decision.

Maybe he just needs reminding of why Stingrays are awesome?
or why they aren't....for that matter?

nastyn8c · #14 06-12-2010, 06:22 AM

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Originally Posted by danomite64

When I sold my last Ray (actually my Sabre was the last MM I sold), I bought a used ATK and it's kept that itch scratched for 5 years now......

Just saying I haven't found anything *exactly* like my ray 5. Not that it's a bad thing either - my Ray was a hair too bright for my tastes, and it was hard to tame. Now my Dingwall Z3 hits the spot perfectly - I'd never go back.

Modulator · #15 06-12-2010, 06:39 AM

Honestly, I would keep the Ray and save up for something different.

I've owned my Ray 5 since 1999, I sometimes get bored with the sound and switch over to one of my other basses, but I always end up back over to the Stingray. Nothing else gives me the perfect blend of fingerstyle and slap tone and is as comfortable to play.

You'll most likely eventually get bored with the sound of the new bass as well.

Jurso · #16 06-15-2010, 02:55 PM

hey so im new to this but i was just wondering if you still had the gibson chet atkins sst you wanted to sell.....
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TuckLM · #17 06-15-2010, 06:53 PM

I've had my Ray since '77. Over the years I've had some dalliances with a few other girls but I always come back. She knows what I like and how I like it.