Single-cut basses (Cliff Bordwell and others)

[AaronHuff]

What are some non-aesthetic differences between a single-cut bass and a standard double-cut body? I mean in terms of tone, playability, etc. I'm asking specifically because I'm considering getting a Cliff Bordwell SC bass, but I suppose it applies to any single-cut bass, so I'm posting outside of the Bordwell threads.

[headstrong4]

i was wondering the same thing. i have been gassing for a sc since i played a clement sc a few weeks ago.

[J. Crawford]

I dont think there are any great differences, beside the possibility it would have more sustain with the more wood being used.

[StuFordBass]

More sustain, neck stability. Also balances the bass quite nicely, much less neck dive.

[spade2you]

Minimal.

[Bryan R. Tyler]

It adds about 5% more wood to the front of the body, so you've got about 5% more protection from being stabbed. A worthy investment if you ask me.

[Danny R.]

And if you get shot?

Originally Posted by Bryan R. Tyler

It adds about 5% more wood to the front of the body, so you've got about 5% more protection from being stabbed. A worthy investment if you ask me.

[Bryan R. Tyler]

Originally Posted by Danny R.

And if you get shot?

Well then, I suppose you have more important things to worry about than if your bass is a singlecut or not.

[Danny R.]

Originally Posted by Bryan R. Tyler

Well then, I suppose you have more important things to worry about than if your bass is a singlecut or not.

Well.
Then each one of guys should get an R-Bass Single-Cut. They stop bullets!!!

http://www.boston.com/news/local/art..._day_on_the_t/

[Bryan R. Tyler]

I remember that- he's was a TBer if I'm not mistaken.