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Fretless basses

Any suggestions on the purchase of an entry level fretless bass ? under 500$ !
Thanks
Ken

lots of great choices out there... at that price range for a new bass you might want to check out the Ibanez SR375F or the Ibanez SR370F. yamaha's rbx fretless is also a great bass for the money. i used to have one and it was fantastic. for a used bass you could probably find a nice fender jazz fretless or something similar... hope that helps. i'm sure others will chime in with some great suggestions, as well.
 
If you can't find a fretless Cort Curbow? Try a Squier fretless jazz @ under $400; even less used.

Squier " Jaco JR" comes strung with flats, ebanol finger board.

I tried one at G C. It played as though it was sprayed with WD-40 or Slilicone Spray. Action was too high for my taste as well; another easy fix.

I prefer rounds, easy enough to replace.

Good luck; keep us posted..hoping you find your affordable dream bass.