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6 string Fender jazz

I got a chance to mess around on a Fender Custom Shop 6 string similiar to the one owned by the bassist of Animal Ant Farm. I was at the 2003 Summer NAMM. I wasn't all that impressed. The bass felt okay but was sort of bulky. Definitly not worth the $8500.00 dollar price tag IMO.

$8500?! :eek: My Conklin 6 isn't even gonna cost that much and it's absolutely loaded with options, as well as plenty of 6+ string experience and reputation.
 
I got a chance to mess around on a Fender Custom Shop 6 string similiar to the one owned by the bassist of Animal Ant Farm. I was at the 2003 Summer NAMM. I wasn't all that impressed. The bass felt okay but was sort of bulky. Definitly not worth the $8500.00 dollar price tag IMO.
Yep, like I said; I'll take a Low End Jazz 6 over the Fender.. ;)
 
WOW....now that is hot. Have you played on before? Is this a reputable brand? I am going to be in Europe in a few weeks and I may need to pick one up!
Played a used one at a Music Store in Barcelona, Spain. It was very kewl. Reminded me of a Lakland. I wanted to buy it, but my wife would have killed me since we were on holiday and didnt want to haul back to cruise ship and plane etc. Maybe next time!!