In my personal opinion the 5 string is the workhorse of the industry. Whether your playing Country, R&B, or whatever the 5 is versatile and good for all occasions as long as it's kept in good taste.
I think I've decided on the dreamscape as my chorus, and the pigtronix fat bass as my distortion and going with an envelope filter instead of a wah.
Thank you for all your input. It's been very useful.
I'm looking at building a new pedalboard. I've been using a Boss GT-10b but I think it's time to actually spend the money and get a pedalboard together. So far this is what I've decided on getting.
Aguilar Tonehammer Preamp
Tech 21 Boost Chorus
MXR Bass Compressor
Electro-Harmonix Bass Deluxe...