Fender

[tkarter]

I and all the bass players that I consider my mentors play Fender Basses and most of them don't want anything else.

I currently play a MIM Jazz and like it alot but I am wondering is Fender a good choice when I move to the 5 string?


tk

 

[Treena Foster]

I am wondering is Fender a good choice when I move to the 5 string?

Take it from me, I own and play about 15 Fender basses, 4's and 5's.

I would not purchase another Fender 5.

If you like the look and feel of Fender, go with a Sadowsky 5. They are the closest to Fender in sound, playability and you get a more modern tone too.


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[BoiNtC]

Originally posted by tkarter
I and all the bass players that I consider my mentors play Fender Basses and most of them don't want anything else.

I currently play a MIM Jazz and like it alot but I am wondering is Fender a good choice when I move to the 5 string?


tk

I'd say hands down the Roscoe Beck Artist Series V

 

[antipop]

I *heard* that the 5-string american deluxe pbass sounds great. I wouldn't be too suprised just because of the sound of the bass...it's incredible imo and it sortof would go well with a 5th string

 

[phillm47]

No personal experience - I play fours - BUT, the Fender Roscoe Beck V seems to be held in pretty high regards in these forums.

 

[tkarter]

Thanks for the info. Given the fact there is little choice in this area for a bass other than Fendor or Ibanez I will play plenty for a long time before I buy.

I do get along really well with my 4 string but want to get to the lower B.

The only 5 string I ever played was a Dean and I forget what model it was sounded good and played well just seemed to to be priced like an entry level bass. So I figure it was just that.

 

[Christopher]

The Roscoe Beck V is the only decent Fender 5 string, IMO.

 

[Philbiker]

I have a USA Standard Jazz bass V and it plays and sounds fantastic. Highly recommended.

 

[BillyB_from_LZ]

My MIM Deluxe Active J5 is a great bass. I toyed with the idea of getting a MIA J5 (GC had a brand new sunburst instrument for only $600 at a special sale) because it seemed to sustain a little better...but in the end, I decided to stay with the MIM.

Just a few months ago, the opportunity arose to buy a parts bass from luthier Karl Hoyt. The 5 string, 35 in. scale neck was made for me by Karl, the natural finished ash Jazz body came from Warmoth. It's nearly perfect...plays like a dream, sounds great, sustains for days...a joy to own...it looks good, plays well, even smells good!

I still think the MIM is a great bass, especially for the money.

 

[mrcrowUK]

Originally posted by tkarter
The only 5 string I ever played was a Dean and I forget what model it was sounded good and played well just seemed to to be priced like an entry level bass. So I figure it was just that.

i tried the dean edge in a shop..so i dont know what amp they had me through..ashdown probably
the sound was ok the neck was fine but the styling was not to my taste..


a man who kicks dogs and hates children cant be all that bad...W.C.F

keep your eye on the ball... W.C.F.

 

[hands5]

Originally posted by Philbiker
I have a USA Standard Jazz bass V and it plays and sounds fantastic. Highly recommended.

I also have this bass along with the Sadowsky outboard preamp,and it has a "hellacious" tone.I find it funny when people say if you want that good FENDER sound buy this,and buy that and blah blah blah.....Please.

 

[Circus]

If you can afford it, and you want a fender style bass, I would go for a sadowsky, or a lull. I don't know what it is, but I hate fender . If you can afford it, sadowsky, and lull blow them out of the water. Check out Lakland also if you can afford it. Its like the offspring of a j bass and a stingray. 2 wrongs do make a right! I am buying a Lakland this spring.

 

[Deano Destructo]

Since your comeing up from a MIM Fender I'd go with a used G&L L-2500. More likely in your price range than a Sadowsky and even more versitile.

 

[RicPlaya]

I like the Fender 4's I have a jazz deluxe, but I don't like the 5's at all. I play a Spector Rebop 5 string.

 

[Fo' Shizzle]

When Fender goes to a 35" scale on their 5's, I'm in. Til then, I'm out... Sadowsky.
Peace,
Fo

 

[tplyons]

I'd love to get my hands on an RB5, but I definately see myself playing Fender and Ernie Ball 4's and 5's later in life. I'd ask for one for Christmas but I'm getting an upright bass

Sorry, still a bit excited about the bass!

 

[bikeplate]

HI!

When you're ready for a 5, you can save alot of time, $, and energy. Buy a Sadowsky first!! You'll be done and can concentrate on practicing and gigging

Rob

 

[Figjam]

From my experience, fender 5 strings have crappy B strings.

 

[Brilliant Fool]

Call me a punk or whatever, but I've never cared for fenders.

They feel bulky and I can't seem to appreciate the tone. Even the active J's sound pretty bland, IMO.

With a few exceptions, of course. I mean, I can't deny that Jamerson and Jaco got wonderful tone out of their fenders... But they've never worked for me.

 

[tkarter]

Thanks all. I love my MIM Jazz and not only do I love the sound my band mates appreciates it as well. Been playing only a year transferred from Rythm guitarist to the bass. Love the bass got some acoustic guitars for sale. I sold my three Strats.

I will save up for the Sadowsky. I may play the Fender 5's some and see what I think but I am pretty sure I heard enough Sandowsky's here to convince me.

For those that think Fenders aren't the bass I don't know what to say. I have seen more of them than I have any other. Maybe that is why I don't know.

Any way I do thank all of you for your input it helped my feeble mind make a decision.

Thanks


tk