I played a m-2000 at a guitar shop a few months ago and thought it might have been the best over all feel/sounding bass I've ever played. I've played (not owned) rics and p bass as awesome as those are I felt this is right there. I play in a down tuned heavy rock band and active pups are looked down on but this guitar has a nice warm low end. Was just wondering if the other tribute models are just as amazing. Don't see these around a lot and it's different which is cool