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First post. Is this a good bass or should I keep looking?

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jeleopard

Aug 5, 2012
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#1
I do apologize if this breaks any rules or something. I read the stickies and didn't see anything against this...:hiding:

Anywho, whilst perusing the internet for a budget 5 string bass ($500 max)(while not being like... some $200 Schecter Omen), I found this: Link Removed

I have played Agile guitars in the past, and really enjoyed them. There's no way of trying this bass unless I buy it, which is the downside of Agile's stuff, so I'm wondering if someone has experience with this and enjoys them, please, speak up. Or if someone has another suggestion in my budget, please feel free to give suggestions and WHY it's good.

Likewise, if this is no good, please say why it's no good.
 
#2
Look up "essex bass" or "rondo music" - there are many, many, many opinions.

Most of them will be very, very positive, especially for the price.

If you are looking to spend $500, my first suggestion would be to scan the TalkBass classifieds. THERE you will find the best deals. $500 should be able to buy you a 5-string bass suitable for every gig that you will never need to outgrow.
 
#3
$500 is a stretch. $300 is easily comfortable. I just say 500 cause it's possible, and easier to go off of than 400. >.>

I have been scanning the classifieds, too, but haven't found any that just yells my name. Yet.
 
#4
Essex, Brice and Agile basses are good instruments, really good deals. You may wanna try some Squiers the VM and the Deluxe Active, really cool instruments. If you are going for more of a Hard Rock/Metal Vibe, try Jacksons CBX and JS3 models, or even some Ibanez and ESP/LTD.
 
#6
I bought a peavey grind 5 string used, probably wouldn't break your budget. The tone is only ok compared to others I've played but it's extremely balanced all over the neck, never any fret buzz coming through the amp. It's become my main bass over my more expensive MIA fender jazz!
 
#7
My best advice is don't forget to budget out an amp. If you have $500 to spend, I would spend at least $200 on a nice amp. If you skimp and play a $500 bass through a terrible 5 watt starter pack combo you got for free because you didn't have any extra money, you'll quit in a week because you no matter what you try. The best bass in the world will never sound good played through a $50 POS combo. I lived it.
 
#8
MUSHROOMSeAcOw said:
My best advice is don't forget to budget out an amp. If you have $500 to spend, I would spend at least $200 on a nice amp. If you skimp and play a $500 bass through a terrible 5 watt starter pack combo you got for free because you didn't have any extra money, you'll quit in a week because you no matter what you try. The best bass in the world will never sound good played through a $50 POS combo. I lived it.
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True that, I'd go into the used market, you can start at TB classifieds, ebay or the in the GC used department.
 
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MUSHROOMSeAcOw said:
My best advice is don't forget to budget out an amp. If you have $500 to spend, I would spend at least $200 on a nice amp. If you skimp and play a $500 bass through a terrible 5 watt starter pack combo you got for free because you didn't have any extra money, you'll quit in a week because you no matter what you try. The best bass in the world will never sound good played through a $50 POS combo. I lived it.
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I haves me a Roland Bass Cube (40 I think) and it's pretty good, if I say so myself.
 

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