Well, it is almost anniversary time again and the Mrs. has asked what it is to be this year. I borrowed a cheap Chinese made acoustic electric bass from a student a while back and really liked playing around with it. Since I don't have one yet in the arsenal, I have decided on that for my present this year. This will only be a part time/beach bass, I don't want to spend a bunch of money on it. So I have narrowed it down to the Ibanez AEB 10 listed n Musician's Friend for $339.00 and the Carlo Robelli SBC200SB listed in the Sam Ash catalog for $279.00. Since no one here stocks these here in Hawaii, I will have to choose without playing either one... which kinda sucks. Has anyone played either (or both) of these? Any input would be greatly appreciated! Thanks and Aloha for now- Gonzo http://www.GonzoBass.com