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Discussion in 'Basses [BG]' started by FeTiS, Oct 21, 2001.

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  1. Oct 21, 2001 #1
    FeTiS

    FeTiS

    Feb 23, 2001
    your backyard spying on you
    im thinking of buying a six string(or a 5, if my carpol tunnel will just 6 near impossible), and want to know a good brand/model that i can afford(im a 16 year old workin at A&W, i aint that rich), so, around 1000 canadian, so around 7-800 american. any help would be appreciated
     
  2. Oct 21, 2001 #2
    Oysterman

    Oysterman

    Mar 30, 2000
    Sweden
  3. Oct 21, 2001 #3
    embellisher

    embellisher Holy Ghost filled Bass Player Supporting Member

    Apr 18, 2000
    Heber Springs, Arkansas
    Listen to Oysterman, he knows what he is talking about.
     
  4. Oct 21, 2001 #4
    Oysterman

    Oysterman

    Mar 30, 2000
    Sweden
    Actually, I don't. :D I haven't played a 400 series, only the twice as expensive 1000 series, which are great basses. If the 400 comes close at half the price, it MUST be a super steal!
     
  5. Oct 21, 2001 #5
    embellisher

    embellisher Holy Ghost filled Bass Player Supporting Member

    Apr 18, 2000
    Heber Springs, Arkansas
    Well, I have played the BTB406, and while the 1005/1006 are indeed better, the 400 series comes pretty close.

    I was going to get a BTB406 until that Cirrus tiger eye grabbed hold of me and wouldn't let go.:)
     
  6. Oct 21, 2001 #6
    reedith

    reedith

    Jan 31, 2000
    Edmonton, AB, Canada
    Hey Fetis, I was just at Long and McQuade in Edmonton two days ago and they have 1 or 2 Ibanez BTB 6ers. I beleive they're the BTB, I think they play pretty nice, but I didn't check out the price on them.

    I'm also selling my six string Peavey Cirrus that I just bought in February. I live in Edmonton so if you're interested give me a shout. I bought it for $2400 Cdn. at Axe music but I'd let it go for $1500 Cdn. That's a little out of the range you noted, but just thought I'd mention it. Check out some pics in the for sale section, the thread is Peavey Cirrus 6 and the pics are on the first page.

    Ciao
     
  7. Oct 23, 2001 #7
    FeTiS

    FeTiS

    Feb 23, 2001
    your backyard spying on you
    the BTB looks damned nice, but i just wanna verify this rumour i heard: active basses require batteries. is this true or false?
     
  8. Oct 23, 2001 #8
    FeTiS

    FeTiS

    Feb 23, 2001
    your backyard spying on you
    thats actually where i'd go if i bought a new bass...
     
  9. Oct 23, 2001 #9
    John Davis

    John Davis Guest

    Mar 27, 2001
    Houston, Texas
    NOT TRUE! But if you want sound to come out, then yes, it is true. :D
     
  10. Oct 23, 2001 #10
    VoodooChile

    VoodooChile

    Jun 2, 2001
    Pod 6, under the water
    and it's usually a 9 volt or two to power up the active electronics. so if you ever have a gig make sure you got some fresh batteries in them (this happened to me not too long ago and i was completely and unterly skrewed.)
     
  11. Oct 23, 2001 #11
    FeTiS

    FeTiS

    Feb 23, 2001
    your backyard spying on you
    all right. now i wont feel like an idiot and buy me an active bass and take it back saying its broken or somethin. and, on average, how long do the batteries last?
     
  12. Oct 23, 2001 #12
    tufnuts

    tufnuts

    Sep 14, 2000
    Wichita Kansas - Smell the Whe
    I play my actives (Meaning they are plugged in) probably 20-30 hours a week. I change my batteries around every 6 months. Just cause it's the right thing to do...and the tasty way to do it.

    And unless you have a passive/active switch, active electronics ususally won't play without a battery. However, active pickups always require a battery. But I wouldn't know 100%, I don't have any with active pickups.
     
  13. Oct 24, 2001 #13
    Freaky Fender

    Freaky Fender

    May 27, 2001
    Saunderstown, RI
    BTB! BTB! BTB! BTB! BTB!
     
  14. Oct 24, 2001 #14
    Mike

    Mike

    Sep 7, 2000
    Cali
    Fetis,

    Don't neglect the used market before you buy. Check any and all music stores in your area and on the 'net. You may find a deal on a 6'er and, ultimately, a better bass than the Ibanez. Don't be afraid to buy pre-owned. Brand new isn't always necessary.
     
  15. Oct 24, 2001 #15
    allan grossman

    allan grossman

    Sep 8, 2001
    surreal city, usa
    <b>paleale said...</b>

    Don't be afraid to buy pre-owned. Brand new isn't always necessary.

    <hr>
    Yep. Today's the day - the maple/alder Cirrus 6 I bought on eBay for $1100 arrives today - at least that's what UPS says.

    Gee, I can't wait to get home ;)

    allan
     
  16. Oct 24, 2001 #16
    seamus

    seamus

    Feb 8, 2001
    Jersey
    Please let us know how you like the Cirrus.

    The alder/maple combo would be my choice for a six as well.
     
  17. Oct 24, 2001 #17
    Jeffrey Taylor

    Jeffrey Taylor Guest

    Oct 20, 2001
    Franklin, Tennessee; USA
    Fetis: For what another opinion is worth (yeah, I know, we all have one of those too....), I just got an Alvarez AEB-6 and it's even better than I imagined. Action is very close with no buzz & it seems to be balanced very well. Hope you find what you're looking for...........
     
  18. Nov 11, 2001 #18
    FeTiS

    FeTiS

    Feb 23, 2001
    your backyard spying on you
    i got it. i finally got it. i picked it up today, an Ibanez BTB 406, and i love it. and, it was only $850(can) which is 400 less than what i thought i was gonna pay.
     
  19. Nov 11, 2001 #19
    embellisher

    embellisher Holy Ghost filled Bass Player Supporting Member

    Apr 18, 2000
    Heber Springs, Arkansas
    Congratulations, man!:) Nice bass. How is your hand doing with that big neck?
     
  20. Nov 11, 2001 #20
    FeTiS

    FeTiS

    Feb 23, 2001
    your backyard spying on you
    my frettin hand isnt having much trouble adapting, the hard part is in the pickin hand. when jumping string to string, i dont quite yet know which string is the right one, and have to be constantly watching my plucking instead of my fretting. but, all in time, it will be awesome. im having no trouble reaching all the way up the neck, either, cept for those REALLY high B's and E's, there somewhat a challenge...
     
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