graphite neck vs. graphite reinforced

IMHO, yes, there is a difference in the stability of a well made, graphite reinforced neck and an all graphite neck.

You could check into the Peavey G Bass. Graphite neck for about 1/2 of what a Modulus costs.

 

im actually not sure what the difference is between the graphite reinforced and the graphite neck...could someone please explane. peace
Chad

 

There's also a hybrid neck made by Modulus which is on the Genesis line. It's a 3 piece neck, the middle piece being graphite.

 

Here's another opinion:

I'm also a graphite proponent. I own 2 Zon 5-strings and I love 'em. Here are some choices for graphite:

1. If you get a Status neck or a Moses neck, your resale value will immediately go DOWN. They may be great necks, but there is more demand for original equipment. At least save the original neck, and make sure the neck pocket is not modified.

2. Used Modulus and Zons go for around $1,300. That would be a wise choice.

3. On the graphite re-inforced necks, find out HOW MUCH graphite is in there. Is it a symbolic twig of graphite, or is it a rod that's going to really add functional stability to the neck?

And this may not be a popular comment, but I've never been impressed with Peaveys, Cirrus or otherwise.

Hope this helps.

 

Longhorn,

I guess that would be something you would have to stress to whoever puts on the replacement neck..."Don't screw it up! I may sell it all original later." I would take it to a luthier who is comfortable working with graphite. Don't take it to your brother-in-law who just got the Sears Craftsman shop drill.

I can appreciate the cash crunch situation. Look at www.harmonycentral.com and www.bassgear.com for classified ads. Talkbass also has a classified section. You could post a "Want ad" on Talkbass stating you want a Modulus for not more than $_______. I've seen Q5's for as little as $1,000. A Q4 or M-92 could go for about that price too.

 

More be for me then! What was it that was unimpressive about the Peavey basses or the Cirrus? What other Peavey basses did you try?

 

If you like the feel of a graphite neck but are otherwise satified with your Stingray maybe you could try selling the Ray and buying an anniversary Stingray that has a graphite neck. The difference in cost would probably be less than the cost of a Moses or a Status replacement neck. Also the Peavey G bass is a very good bass, I played one in the store and thought it sounded better than my Modulus. If you decide to go in the direction of replacing the neck don't have anything done that can't be reversed. You should also try a graphite necked Stingray and see if you like the tone, it will still sound like a Ray but the graphite definitely has its own sound.