Help me find my short scale dream bass...

[bigcardinal]

I'm trying to find the bass I see in my head. Here are the requirements:
1) Short scale (30")
2) Humbucker (one or two is fine)
3) Chrome hardware (I HATE gold!)
4) Body style: Semi-hollow or chambered if preferred over solid, but without excessive neck-dive.
5) Price: I'm willing to pay for quality, but would never overlook well-made inexpensive ones, regardless of the make
6) Preferably a new instrument...I realize this might be a tall order

I have found a number of new basses that come close to this, such as the Epi Allen Woody and the two Ibanez semi-hollow short-scales, but they all have gold hardware, and I'd rather avoid that if possible. Thanks!

 

[SixString]

Try out the Gibson SG Bass Reissue? [Invalid or Expired Link Removed] fun bass right there

 

[EddieG]

Dunno about semi-hollow or chambered, but you might want to look at Birdsong.

http://www.birdsongguitars.com

 

[bigcardinal]

Here are a couple that caught my eye: An Eastwood Classic 4 and a Waterstone Indra I. Anyone try/own one?

 

[mike1762]

These guys will make your dream come true... don't forget your wallet.

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[bigcardinal]

Here's another one, a Waterstone Indra.

 

[bigcardinal]

mike1762....nice bass but yikes! I'd have to sell everything I own to get one of those.

 

[DeanT]

Not hollow, or semi-hollow, but Birdsong has everything else you want. They're pricey though. Upwards of $1,800 depending on what you want. You can get black, chrome or gold hardware. Absolutely no neck dive and plays like a dream.

 

[guylewis]

Have a look at the Shortscale Club thread - you might find something you like there.

 

[thobbinghotrod]

Brice AL. It's a Les Paul shape that looks pretty interesting

You'll find it at rondomusic.com

 

[banditcosmo]

You can get a Landing L1 or L2 bass with 2 EMG humbuckers, chrome hardware. Great basses no neck dive at all.

Birdsongs are also great.

 

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