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Aggressive ROCK tone???
- Thread starter slinginsix
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Of the choices you listed, I would vote in this order:
- Spector Legend
- EBMM SUB
- G&L Tribute L2500
- Schecter Stiletto
Of course, this is based on my opinions regarding modern, aggressive tone. Spectors just sound "right" to me. They cut through walls of heavy guitars and they sound deep without sounding muddy. Lots of heavy, modern bands use Spectors for these reasons. The SUB has a great tone to it as well which will work for that situation, and don't let anyone sell you that a bass with a single-p/u isn't versatile.
As far as the G&L, it probably is more versatile than any of the other choices you listed. However, you need to make sure it has the main tone you want and lots of it. I had a Bongo HH once, which has a plethora of great tones to choose from, almost too many. One thing I did not find in the Bongo was the tone that was in my head. I later found that tone in a Spector Euro 5-string. So the G&L, like the Bongo, my be versatile. Just make sure you can find 1-2 tones that are as close as possible to the voice in your head. Because all the versatility in the world won't replace that if it isn't there. I've played a couple USA L2500s and I can see why some like them. But, they didn't float my boat at all. They definitely have their merits, just not for me.
I have yet to play a Schecter that I've liked. They sound kind of dull and lifeless to me. However, I think they could be better with a preamp upgrade. An Aguilar OBP-3 would probably do alot to improve the tone. They all feel nice to me, they just sound kind of anemic. If you are into upgrading or customizing, this might be a good option.
- Spector Legend
- EBMM SUB
- G&L Tribute L2500
- Schecter Stiletto
Of course, this is based on my opinions regarding modern, aggressive tone. Spectors just sound "right" to me. They cut through walls of heavy guitars and they sound deep without sounding muddy. Lots of heavy, modern bands use Spectors for these reasons. The SUB has a great tone to it as well which will work for that situation, and don't let anyone sell you that a bass with a single-p/u isn't versatile.
As far as the G&L, it probably is more versatile than any of the other choices you listed. However, you need to make sure it has the main tone you want and lots of it. I had a Bongo HH once, which has a plethora of great tones to choose from, almost too many. One thing I did not find in the Bongo was the tone that was in my head. I later found that tone in a Spector Euro 5-string. So the G&L, like the Bongo, my be versatile. Just make sure you can find 1-2 tones that are as close as possible to the voice in your head. Because all the versatility in the world won't replace that if it isn't there. I've played a couple USA L2500s and I can see why some like them. But, they didn't float my boat at all. They definitely have their merits, just not for me.
I have yet to play a Schecter that I've liked. They sound kind of dull and lifeless to me. However, I think they could be better with a preamp upgrade. An Aguilar OBP-3 would probably do alot to improve the tone. They all feel nice to me, they just sound kind of anemic. If you are into upgrading or customizing, this might be a good option.
NicJimBass
Flossin'? I thought your name was Munson!
thx guys...I had a Moduli quantum 6 and it just did not cut it for me. My first real bass was a MM cutlass 1 with the graphite neck and I Loved it, then sold it for $500, they go now for $2000....owch!!
I couldnt agree more. A good P with Rotosounds cranking through a slightly dirty amp. It's heaven in your ears.
Agrissive Rock tone, IMO the bass which has the ideal agressive rock sound is the Warwick Stryker. I played the ziricote one and it was stunning!
Also perhaps a Warwick Buzzard wouldn't be bad either, check out some videos on youtube. There is some guy which covers rock songs with his Buzzard out of zebrawood.
Also perhaps a Warwick Buzzard wouldn't be bad either, check out some videos on youtube. There is some guy which covers rock songs with his Buzzard out of zebrawood.
Well, I play a Spector NS-2a (pickups swapped to active EMG's), a Schecter Stiletto Custom (pickups switched to EMG DC/CS and preamp swapped for BQC system), and a Sterling.
SS on the Spector, EB nickel strings on the Sterling, nickel lo-riders on the Schecter.
ALL are plenty capable of aggressive, biting, grindy tones. The Stiletto in stock form was shy on aggression though, regardless of strings - for that reason I'd suggest the Studio model if you'd like to go with a Schecter. The preamp made the best improvement IMO.
SS on the Spector, EB nickel strings on the Sterling, nickel lo-riders on the Schecter.
ALL are plenty capable of aggressive, biting, grindy tones. The Stiletto in stock form was shy on aggression though, regardless of strings - for that reason I'd suggest the Studio model if you'd like to go with a Schecter. The preamp made the best improvement IMO.
Rickenbacker thru an Ampeg SVT. If Rick's aren't for you, a good P bass thru the same SVT will do it as well.
All IMHO, of course.
All IMHO, of course.
NicJimBass
Flossin'? I thought your name was Munson!
IMHO..... Avoid anything with Bartolini pups!!! Barts may be a lot of good things, but 'aggressive' aint 1 of em!!! 
Out of your choices Im pulling for the G&L cause its the one I have the most experience with...
Out of your choices Im pulling for the G&L cause its the one I have the most experience with...
well, well well,,,,lots of opinions, but I'm hearing p bass most often...I'm not going with it. and I can't do Ric either. I posted the basses I'm looking at. I've played the schecter and I like it. I had a MM and I liked it. I heard clips of the G&L and liked it. Soooooo, I guess I'm still stuck. The Tribute seems like a better quality than the other choices I gave. Still leaning that way, but until I can play one, the debate rages on....
it's really a matter of personal preferance. everybody will tell you something different. I do everything from metal to classic rock to slap... yadda yadda.
i've found great tones that are totally versitile with my warwicks. Can't go wrong.
Also, LTD basses with the REAL EMG's (not hz) will punish the low end. Hope it helps!
i've found great tones that are totally versitile with my warwicks. Can't go wrong.
Also, LTD basses with the REAL EMG's (not hz) will punish the low end. Hope it helps!
