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Old 12-08-2011, 03:33 PM
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I'm stuck between 2 basses
I have a warwick 6 string thumb bo that I like, but I have a 4 string thumb that I use way more...so the 6 string just sits there..i have a buddy that offered me a Pedulla Thunderbolt ETB-5 Cocobola....I've never played pedulla before, but I they're pretty good at what they do...
Is it a good offer or should I just hang on to what.i.have? Please help with pros and cons
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Old 12-08-2011, 03:39 PM
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I just got a used Thunderbolt ET5,and I would take it over a Warwick anyday. Warwicks don't hold their value very well for some reason.
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Old 12-08-2011, 04:35 PM
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Both are great basses, but yeah, If you like the neck and sound of the pedulla, it'd be good trade imo.
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I wouldn't even have to think about it. That Pedulla would be hanging around my neck by now.
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Old 12-08-2011, 05:23 PM
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cool, 2 opinions are better than none...well, we are going to meet up on saturday morning...i'll let you guys know how everything goes!

but if you feel like you can still help me out let me know!
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Old 12-08-2011, 08:58 PM
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No brainier. Can we say Pedulla?
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Old 12-08-2011, 09:31 PM
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I would pick a warwick anytime but since you already have a thumb, this is easy to answer.
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Old 12-09-2011, 04:39 AM
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. . . I have a warwick 6 string thumb bo that I like, but I have a 4 string thumb that I use way more . . . so the 6 string just sits there . . .
I'd explore the reason for the difference in use: Is the six-string too heavy? Is the neck comfortable? Are you happy with the sound? Do you use the full range of six strings? Do you really need a low B? For me, frequency of use is a main determinant for keeping an instrument. If I don't play it, I won't keep it.

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. . . i have a buddy that offered me a Pedulla Thunderbolt ETB-5 Cocobola . . . I've never played pedulla before . . .
Play the Pedulla, and then decide. Pedullas are decent basses, as are Wicks. Having played many of both, I cannot make a blind recommendation. Ideally, one should always judge an instrument in the context of use. Is it used in the studio, for practice, or for performance? Has it been tested through consoles, amps, and DIs? Does it play well? Do you like the sound? Is it comfortable to play standing and sitting for extended periods. After playing it for many hours (in your context), are you more or less enthused for the purchase/trade? In your specific case, do you really need the sixth string? Do you need a fifth string? Is four strings adequate?

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. . . Is it a good offer or should I just hang on to what.i.have? Please help with pros and cons . . .
If you spend some time playing the Pedulla, your decision should be much easier. Best in your quest.
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Old 12-17-2011, 02:10 PM
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Thanks everybody, I made the decision and went with the Pedulla.. So far I love it..i cleaned it up real nice, changed the strings to EADGC....i really never used that low B anyways.. The neck feels nice and fast..and the bass doesn't weigh 3 tons so ghats a plus..
Thanks again you guys
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