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Are Jaguars Worth It?

#21
As a guy who has owned a Stingray and a Les Paul bass and now is playing a Jaguar, I say Yes. Great look, great tone, excellent easy-playing neck. great versatility. And more affordable than any of those on your list. Those are all nice basses, but they all have cons as well.

I started to change out my tuners to balance it better - they are nose heavy - and the old tuners will leave a lot of holes, dings and mars that no other tuner will cover. So I say: live with 'em.
 
#24
I played one in the GTC & loved it. I was able to get the dub tone right away & the active pups were kickin'. If I were a 4 banger, I'd have one because I like the sound & they're easy to play. Cute too (all those knobs & wheels), if it matters to ya.
 
#28
I got a Stingray 5 in 2007, and a Jaguar bass just about a month ago. I love the Stingray, but I must say the Jaguar has a bit more midrange growl to cut through the band. That said, it does have the hum issues, especially if there is a fluorescent light on anywhere nearby. The Stingray is dead quiet under all conditions, so I'd say its shielding is much better. I do plan to try the copper foil fix on the Jag, though. They're two different animals, and I wouldn't say I'm 100% satisfied with either. I'm still looking for that perfect bass. I picked up the Jag in red because GC had it on clearance for $594. and I couldn't pass it up at that price - especially since they're going for over $900. now. I would have preferred the vintage sunburst, though. Still haven't fallen in love with the hot rod red, though I know some love it.

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#30
76JazzRay said:
I'd consider the MusicMan Bongo for all those sounds. It's very versatile in the HH version. People love 'em or hate 'em, I love 'em. My other bass is a 76 Jazz.
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I actually don't know anyone who hates them. A small percentage of children here make toilet jokes but I don't know of a single naysayer who actually ever owned or gigged with one.

As for the Jaguar, because of the looks, supposed versatility, and jazz bass vibe I was gassing for one for quite a while. First time I played it gas was instantly gone. It did nothing for me. Didn't like the feel of the neck at all, and all the switches and knobs wound up seeming like just a bunch of confusing ways to NOT get all that much versatility. Still think it looks wicked cool though. The red one above kicks butt. :)
 
#31
Bass_masta16 said:
Nothing really rank up against a Ric :smug:
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Except for Precisions, Jazz Basses, Thunderbirds, MusicMans...

The Jag has a retro look and cheap looking switches that give you some great options and some not so great options. I personally don' like the look nor do I find the switches to be a benefit. If I wanted the old school tone I'd go with the P bass; it'll do everything well.
 
#32
Webtroll said:
Except for Precisions, Jazz Basses, Thunderbirds, MusicMans...

The Jag has a retro look and cheap looking switches that give you some great options and some not so great options. I personally don' like the look nor do I find the switches to be a benefit. If I wanted the old school tone I'd go with the P bass; it'll do everything well.
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I'm gonna have to disagree with you on the Precisions and Thunderbirds part. I've played both, and although I haven't played a Ric, I have a feeling it will be a lot better. The scale on the Thunderbirds were all off, and although I got a nice tone out of the precision, it seemed WAY too limited, especially that expensive of a bass.
 

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