Help, looking for a neck-thru 6 string for $1000.

[stephenleejp]

So I've realized that after playing bass for 15 years, EXCLUSIVELY on neck-thru basses, I just can't connect with any bolt-on basses.

I think its the amount of sustain on a neck-thru and actually being able to feel the bass vibrating against my belly, idk.

please tell me your recommendations, "natural" stain/colors only, 6 stringer, and around 1000.

thank you tb'ers!!

 

[bongostealth]

Here's one for ya...

http://www.ebay.com/itm/ESP-LTD-Del...l-/270992445534?pt=Guitar&hash=item3f1868905e

 

[Mystic Michael]

Take a good look at Carvin. For $1,000, you'll probably have to go to the used market. Still, there should be plenty of natural wood finishes available. Search for an LB76, BB76 or an Icon 6.

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[Bassist4Eris]

Take a good look at Carvin. For $1,000, you'll probably have to go to the used market. Still, there should be plenty of natural wood finishes available. Search for an LB76, BB76 or an Icon 6.

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I'll second that. If you want a new one, you can get a barebones LB76 for about $1,000. XB (extra long scale) and BB (extended upper horn) versions are small upcharges. The Icons are a bit pricier. No upcharge for natural finish (your choice of tung oil, clear gloss, or satin matte).

Their standard body wood is alder, not the most exciting look for natural wood finish. For another $40 you can get ash, and $50 will get you mahogany. Other woods are also available, but get more costly.

In your price range, I can think of no other neck-thru 6er that comes close to competing with a Carvin.

 

[rtav]

Here's one for ya...

http://www.ebay.com/itm/ESP-LTD-Del...l-/270992445534?pt=Guitar&hash=item3f1868905e

The ESP B1006 is an AWESOME bass, great action, narrow string spacing, tone that never ends. Oddly overlooked VASTLY underrated - you can't go wrong.

 

[Inconnu]

I really like the Schecter Stilletto, which is under 1000$ for a neck through. If I were to buy a 6er, it would be on top of my list...

 

[joebar]

ibanez BTB is less than a grand.

 

[mikeswals]

Look for a used Carvin. I think my old LB76 sold for about 650 when I let it go.

 

[awilkie84]

The Ibanez BTBs go for under $900 and are great!

 

[jbybj]

If you get a chance to check out a Hohner B Bass VI, you may find it very much to your liking. The 5 string I owned had a 16 mm string spacing, which was the only thing about it I did not like.

 

[LB75]

https://www.google.com/webhp?source...058f8b1730e2a7&bpcl=35466521&biw=1600&bih=785

 

[seang15]

Carvinguitars.com

 

[flyinglakland1]

Problem solved
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