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    New Guy, thoughts on a solid 5 String?

    Gang, Thank you BIG time for the suggestions. :hyper: I've researched quite a few and am thinking either the Warwick Pro Series Corvette/Steamer Stage 1 5 string or an Ibanez BTB/SR 1405/SR 1205 model at this point. That said, I'm truly impressed with the HUGE selection of really damn good...
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    "Official" Carvin Club - Part 2

    I am considering the XB75 with Dual MM style HBs with coil switches. My question is the same, are the big MM HBs the way to go for versatility as well as thick, snarl? i want to be able to jam the spectrum: with my jazz guitar playing brother, our church band and some heavier metal guys i know...
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    Carvin Pickups and Electronics

    I'm considering building a Carvin XB 75, but during my research i'm running across concerns/negative opinions regarding the in house produced pickups and electronics. Having listened to Brian Bromberg on his B25's, it sounds (to my relatively novice ear) that the fine wood craftsmanship is...
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    New Guy, thoughts on a solid 5 String?

    Greetings TB, new to the community. First off, hats off for such an engaged robust community. So much to learn and opinions to consider.:eyebrow: I'm getting back into playing again and looking for thoughts on a 5 string, possibly longer scale bass? for around $1500? So far, from reading...