Cort Gene Simmons Punisher Bass??

The Gene Simmons Cort Basses are becoming rare nowadays and for this reason I have bought the Punisher and the Axe, last year, in my country. I like very much these Basses and in my opinion the Might Mites Pick ups do a decent job. The Punisher is more rare than the Axe, but if you find an Axe, don't hesitate: pull the trigger! Both Basses suffer the neck dive problem, which is very easy to solve. And believe me, the Axe is more balanced than the Punisher, the Neck dive is less severe. The Gene Simmons Cort Basses are the cheapest option.

 

We (Italy) used to come across many punishers over here, 'cause BackLine (our local Cort distributor) is really of the fast and smart operatin' ones, yet, stickin' to the point, I really think a mid '90s (or even contemporary Arch Enemy/Spiritual Beggars Sharlee D'Angelo signature) Ibanez Iceman would easily get the trick done for ya!

Cheers,
Wallace

 

I tend to identify the 70's era Kiss more with the Gibson "Ripper" bass. I haven't searched but it seems I see them available here and other places semi-regularly. Good luck with the gig. Sounds like great fun.

 

Never played any of them, but for looks, especially if I was in your situation, I would also prefer the Punisher. And that sounds like an awesome opportunity. Good Luck!

 

going with the Ripper might get you more cred from musicians and KISS diehards...plus, it's a hell of a step up from the Corts


...AND you can play it in situations that don't involve spitting up blood. For example, that Faith No More tribute band you've also been contemplating (don't tell me you haven't)

 

Gene played the Gibson grabber in the early days......easiest way to tell right away is the ..Flying Vee headstock....Rippers have the Lespaul looking headstock..

 

your right! it is a grabber! (anyway...I'd still go with one of those)

 

Congratulations @pudgychef! That'll be a fun series of shows.

Finding anything in Communist China that isn't a counterfeit has got to be daunting. I'd go with the Axe as that is the most visually striking and well known KIZZ icon to fans as much as the Hofner is to Paul McCartney. Good Hunting!

 

Got a GS-2 Punisher myself. It's a decent bass- bolt-on neck, etc.
People definitely connect it with Gene Simmons when they see it.

 

I've also seen photos of Gene playing a Thunderbird, though I don't know what years/era. Just a thought.

 

Didn't notice the location. What about a Matsumoku Grabber? there's an Aria on sale on eBay in your price range that says "worldwide shipping"...I'd stack one of those up against the real deal any day.

 

Oh cool!!! I just saw that you are in China!! Rock & Roll truly knows no boundaries. That will be a fun show and I will look forward to updates from the "tour".

 

Nice find. That would do the job if he can get it.

 

Not that I'm recommending it, but there is this site:
Gene Simmons Punisher 4 String 24 Fret Electric Bass Guitar with Mahogany Body and Diamond inlay - Bass Guitar

Of course you risk the wrath of Gene Simmons by purchasing that counterfeit Cort!

 

He'd have to paint it black, though. Can't do KISS without it being black.

 

Any black PJ bass with gene's face on it will do. lol. active J neck emg. no P bass dialed in. play with a pick. put a bridge guard cover on it to complete the look