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OK, I'll testify.
I'm a semi-rare breed, a P-bass guy who switched to five string (back in Y2K). I didn't care for the original Fender Deluxe P5. I bought a Mike Lull PJ5 back around 2003, and while it was a beautiful, high quality bass, it was 35" scale (has a "modern" timbre IMO), and string spacing at the bridge was 18mm rather than 19mm (slightly awkward for my right hand). Neither was a huge deal, but if I'm paying boutique money I'd like to have a better fit!A friend of mine had a Sadowsky J-style PJ4, and I was extremely impressed with its quality, tone, and playability. In 2004 I got a tip via TalkBass that Sadowsky was going to offer a five string vintage P-bass. It had the specs I liked, so I ordered one and it arrived in April 2005. In short, I was completely hooked: it was the coolest bass I'd ever played. The 34" B string was as good as or better than any 35" I've played. The exception would be the Modulus Quantum 5, but after having owned a couple I realized it's an entirely different beast, too modern for my taste.
Anyway, it's been Sadowsky ever since. I played the heck out of my first P5, and in 2010 acquired two more to share the load.
And of course with Sadowsky you not only get A1 quality, but also A1 customer service!
- Feb 3, 2005
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My shortened story...
KJung brought an NYC RV5 to my house on a small GTG. I thought it was a nice bass, but didn't think it brought anything to the table I didn't already have in other genuine J's and J-type basses, so I didn't give it much mind share.
Fast forward a little later, after being "entertained" by a lot of the early Sadowsky hyper-advocacy here on TB (which caused more problems than anything else, and drew a lot of criticism to Sadowsky fans, really), I decided to "try again", only this time, I paid more attention to the "you gotta' check it out on a gig" part.
Started looking around, and totally stumbled on 4098, got a ridiculous deal on it, and gigged it. Had the classic "I get it now" experience.
Game over. I've been a Sadowsky fan ever since.
KJung brought an NYC RV5 to my house on a small GTG. I thought it was a nice bass, but didn't think it brought anything to the table I didn't already have in other genuine J's and J-type basses, so I didn't give it much mind share.
Fast forward a little later, after being "entertained" by a lot of the early Sadowsky hyper-advocacy here on TB (which caused more problems than anything else, and drew a lot of criticism to Sadowsky fans, really), I decided to "try again", only this time, I paid more attention to the "you gotta' check it out on a gig" part.
Started looking around, and totally stumbled on 4098, got a ridiculous deal on it, and gigged it. Had the classic "I get it now" experience.
Game over. I've been a Sadowsky fan ever since.
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For me, it was wondering what bass it was on so many of the Broadway Cast recordings that I have been listening to. I learned that one of the main basses is a Sadowsky, typically a 5-24. So, when I had some money, I tried one in person...and decided that I had to have one. I tried a Metro M5-24.
About 10 months after getting mine, I still enjoy it. The sound is a different variation on the flavor that I gravitate towards, on the more aggressive/bright end of the spectrum. I like the versatility, feel, and sound. I've used it on pop gigs, free jazz/poetry Slam gigs (including the 25th Celebration Show), musical theatre shows, and in the studio for rock gigs.
Eventually, I'd like to try the other basses that they make, but beyond a fretless, I don't need beyond what I have. I have two killer fretted electric fives, a nice double bass, and once I get a nice fretless-I'll be good...until the gear cravings kick in again.
About 10 months after getting mine, I still enjoy it. The sound is a different variation on the flavor that I gravitate towards, on the more aggressive/bright end of the spectrum. I like the versatility, feel, and sound. I've used it on pop gigs, free jazz/poetry Slam gigs (including the 25th Celebration Show), musical theatre shows, and in the studio for rock gigs.
Eventually, I'd like to try the other basses that they make, but beyond a fretless, I don't need beyond what I have. I have two killer fretted electric fives, a nice double bass, and once I get a nice fretless-I'll be good...until the gear cravings kick in again.
Ooo my turn...
I had always known of Sadowsky, even from my early bass playing days...but I tended to shy away from anything J bass back then...I was a rock/metal dude..I was rockin' Spectors and B.C. Rich stuff. I really thought back then, Sadowsky's were all hype...I mean it's a souped up J bass, c'mon?
Fast forward to the future...I tried out a friends Sadowsky at his house...was duly impressed with the tone and feel BUT...couldn't get it out of my head about it being a jacked up J bass.
I know...I know..live and learn
With all the postive stuff written on TB, I was curious. I saw a Metro J4 up for sale that I got at a ridiculous price on Ebay...Olympic White, tort pickguard.....the very bass Jerry J bought from me on these boards....and I was hooked. (Jerry I will STILL buy that bass back from you)
Since then it's been a mild obsession you might say
...a few Metro's, and a few NYC's
it's not too bad for a souped up J bass
.... and it's the only brand of bass I take to my gigs
I had always known of Sadowsky, even from my early bass playing days...but I tended to shy away from anything J bass back then...I was a rock/metal dude..I was rockin' Spectors and B.C. Rich stuff. I really thought back then, Sadowsky's were all hype...I mean it's a souped up J bass, c'mon?
Fast forward to the future...I tried out a friends Sadowsky at his house...was duly impressed with the tone and feel BUT...couldn't get it out of my head about it being a jacked up J bass.
I know...I know..live and learn
With all the postive stuff written on TB, I was curious. I saw a Metro J4 up for sale that I got at a ridiculous price on Ebay...Olympic White, tort pickguard.....the very bass Jerry J bought from me on these boards....and I was hooked. (Jerry I will STILL buy that bass back from you
)Since then it's been a mild obsession you might say
...a few Metro's, and a few NYC'sit's not too bad for a souped up J bass
.... and it's the only brand of bass I take to my gigs
LOL!!!Heh. As I recall, most of that came from one particular person, who at one point claimed that Sadowsky basses cured his tendinitis.
I think I know you you're referring to, and he may have been the biggest agitant, but honestly, I think there were a few people who let their zeal get away from them. Needless to say, it was interesting, but I'm glad we've moved on.
Heh. As I recall, most of that came from one particular person, who at one point claimed that Sadowsky basses cured his tendinitis.
It may not cure tendonitis, but it will make your "you know what" bigger!!
LOL!!!!!!!!!!!It may not cure tendonitis, but it will make your "you know what" bigger!!
Joeykun
pronounced ジョーイくん
- Jun 22, 2007
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Sadowsky said:It may not cure tendonitis, but it will make your "you know what" bigger!!
Hmmm.... think I'll buy another Sadowsky!!!
Kevin, get that page updated pronto!
Sadowsky said:It may not cure tendonitis, but it will make your "you know what" bigger!!
I knew it!!!!!
It may not cure tendonitis, but it will make your "you know what" bigger!!
...Your TONE!!! dirty minded people!!!
I forgot to add that Talkbass was also very influential in my decision to become a :Sadowskian"... It's funny because when I first heard of them I also thought that they were just another Fender copy...Was I wrong?!?!??!....
It may not cure tendonitis, but it will make your "you know what" bigger!!
That's true for me. Lost an inch in scale length from 35" but gained about 3 more inches.........in tone.
It may not cure tendonitis, but it will make your "you know what" bigger!!
...Your TONE!!! dirty minded people!!!
So, does that mean that lusting after a Sadowsky is 'getting a toner?'
Or am I just being rude now?
Joeykun
pronounced ジョーイくん
- Jun 22, 2007
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Vic said:So... what you're really saying is, you need that much more help?
The Irish Curse.....only a Sadowsky can cure!
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It may not cure tendonitis, but it will make your "you know what" bigger!!
That's why I got a Sadowsky!!!!
Actually, Mike Brignardello (sp) and I sent quite a few e-mails back and forth on the old alt.guitar.bass message boards.
He's the one who told me the same thing...."try it on the gig".
My first one was a Modern 24-5 and I ordered my second one in like 97 and it's been HELL ever since!! LOL!!!
