G&L/Music Man

[bdgotoh]

I was assuming that was who you meant, Jack. I was trying to say that you might be surprised if you tried the G&Ls Chuck currently has.

I've had two HH4 Bongos and knowing Craig like I do, there's no way he'd be happy with that neck. Plenty comfy but a full 1-5/8" wide on both of mine.

Did you have a Sterling once upon a time Craig? I sorta recall that you did...

 

[bovinehost]

I think once the dual pickup basses are actually in full swing, I just might have to get myself another Sterling.

Or....long term, a Sterling 5. Might be a long wait on those, but I hope to still be around, heh.

And I just got a "new" Stingray 4. I've missed having one of those around.

Brad, I wish I were still close enough to Chuck to drive over and try those G&Ls. I miss that guy.

 

[Iridescentone]

# 12" (304.8mm) neck radius
# 1-3/4" (44.5mm) nut width

That one.

Ya, that's the #7 neck....bears a resemblance to the old P bass "pancake" necks of yore. They're not for everyone, but I like 'em.

And you're right, that neck has been the standard L2K neck for a long time. That may change. I've noticed a lot more L2K's with the #8 jazz neck lately. They used to be sorta rare.

 

[Phyrexian]

Bump

 

[Scottie Johnson]

I'll chime in here....

Music Man basses have been around longer. More famous bassists use them, and when I first started playing, I liked basses my favorite players used. They are easier to recognize to "Joe Public" and beginner players. Plus Joe Nerve plays one. G&L can't claim that.

I prefer G&L, but love Music Man basses. They just have their own unique sound. G&L also has it's own sound, and that should not be forgotten.

G&L has choices on neck sizes, and they don't discontinue all of their cool finishes like sparkle black. Also, I like the bongo's looks and really want to play one, but it is the SR5 pickguard that I find most offensive.

So, Music Man costs more because.........drumroll..........they are more popular.

 

[craigb]

You do realize that the Bongo neck, while not as slim as the Sterling, is less hefty than the Stingray?

I did not know that. I saw it speced at 1-5/8" at the nut and I know I haven't found any basses with that nut width that work for me any more. But I'll have to try one out next time I get the chance. I think I'm scheduled for a GC visit sometime in 06 or 07 . . . (I almost never visit music stores)