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Best midrange fretless to buy?

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May 5, 2008
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I'm thinking of buying a fretless in the mid level range off of zZounds. Particularly this one: Invalid Link Removed

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What do you think? Good buy?
 
#4
Agreed, it's an entry-level price point but the bass has a good reputation for the money. However the "best mid price range fretless to buy" IMO is without a doubt one of the excellent deals to be had in the TB classifieds.
 
#5
It's a great bass for the money. Make sure you save a little time and money (you'll need both) for tweakage. These basses don't play perfectly out of the box. The tuners are one step above "they completely suck".

FWIW I'm using GHS pressurewound strings and they're great. I've been using them on my fretless basses for years.
 
#6
This isn't really a thread about: "Which is the best midrange fretless?". It's about: "Should I get this Squier Jazz Bass?". But I digress...

Agreed. A midrange price point would be closer to something in the $800 - $1,500 range, give or take a hundred bucks or two.

If you were shopping for something in that range, I would say Carvin - all the way. Their precision manufacturing process results in very close tolerances, thus allowing for very precise set-ups: Ideal for fretless... :cool:

MM
 
#8
Find a used Pedulla buzz, In my opinion has the best fingerboard for producing the "wah" sound OR a fretless Musicman stingray but you will have to look at $800-1200 used. You may find one cheaper if someone is really desperate for cash.
 

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