4 or 5

[seansbrew]

I don't know if you're trying to be funny or not. So I'll ignore it.

My point is that we often get hung up on the equipment. We need to have the latest and greatest, the biggest name, the most expensive. And this is not just bass players, it happens in other professions too. I know many musicians who have never used a 5 string and see no need for one. Sure they're useful. They sound great too. But are they absolutely necessary. For a lot of types of music they aren't. A lot of great music was made before they were invented. I suspect that since they exist now, a lot of great music will result because of them too.

Just a little light hearted sarcasm my friend.

Here is another thing that I considered when I purchased my Modulus Q5 ( my first fiver). The difference in price between a four and five string Modulus at the time was about $450.00. It was almost like, well...I might as well get the fiver. I'll get a little more for my money if I do. It was a hard transition for me when I purchased this bass. The string spacing on Modulus Q5's is pretty tight. Having played four string basses exclusively for 7 years, It is no suprise.

In the end I am glad I went with the five. I love my Modlulus bass and have owned it longer than I have any other bass. I don't see myself parting with it anytime soon.