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HELP!!! So many choices

Discussion in 'Basses [BG]' started by raging_storm, Oct 10, 2001.

  1. Oct 10, 2001 #1
    raging_storm

    raging_storm

    Oct 10, 2001
    Well since my band has three guitarist and no bassist I am switching to bass. I have been doing a lot of reviews. I have made up my mind on an ampeg classic svt head, running a 4 x 10 cab. I think this will keep up with the twin mesa boogie dual rectifiers. My problem is: I need to know a good 5 string bass. We play heavy metal like godsmack tool stuff like that, but we are also talking about melodic stuff like staind. I need a good versatile guitar to handle both heavy and a nice warm sustain. I am selling off all my guitar stuff to buy my bass rig. I am trying to keep it around the 5 or 6 hundred dollar mark.
     
  2. Oct 10, 2001 #2
    John Davis

    John Davis Guest

    Mar 27, 2001
    Houston, Texas
    You're selling off you guitar stuff just to be in a band?? :eek: Well, welcome to the wonderful world of bass! :D

    IMO, Ampeg heads are a bit sterile sounding, but that's just me..... I don't have too much experiance with five-ers, I don't play them. But Ibanez seems to be the choice around here. :D :rolleyes:
     
  3. Oct 10, 2001 #3
    Aaron

    Aaron

    Jun 2, 2001
    Seattle, WA
    especially the tube ones, right? :rolleyes:
     
  4. Oct 10, 2001 #4
    Metal123

    Metal123

    Jul 31, 2001
    Boise, Idaho.....well not really, i Just like sayi
    You might want to look into Carvins, My LB75 (5 string) is super growly if thats what you want.
     
  5. Oct 10, 2001 #5
    Brendan

    Brendan

    Jun 18, 2000
    Portland, OR
    I would recomend the MTD Kingston, Cort Curbow, Tobias Toby Pro, Ibanez BTBs and EDCs. All are great rock basses.
     
  6. Oct 10, 2001 #6
    Oysterman

    Oysterman

    Mar 30, 2000
    Sweden
    Yes, just you. Only you. All alone. You and nobody else. ;)

    raging_storm: I believe the Ibanez BTB405 would suit your needs and wallet.
     
  7. Oct 10, 2001 #7
    joel the bass player

    joel the bass player Supporting Member

    Nov 27, 2000
    Omaha, NE
    I will second the BTB405. Nice feel and sound for cheap. Also the MTD Kingston or Heir, really good build. Just go out and try all of the basses you can find through amps and unplugged and buy the one that fits you the best.
     
  8. Oct 10, 2001 #8
    embellisher

    embellisher Holy Ghost filled Bass Player Supporting Member

    Apr 18, 2000
    Heber Springs, Arkansas
    raging_storm, welcome to Talkbass.:)

    I agree with the guys who said MTD Kingston 5, and Ibanez BTB405.

    The Kingston would be my first choice, it is easily the best 5 under $1000, and has a better B string than some $2000 5's.

    The BTB is great too, and has more versatile electronics, but it's a notch below the MTD in construction IMHO.

    Bottom line, you can't go wrong with either of them.
     
  9. Oct 14, 2001 #9
    raging_storm

    raging_storm

    Oct 10, 2001
    Thanks for evryones input, I have some choices now to check out:D
     
  10. Oct 14, 2001 #10
    Ryan L.

    Ryan L. Moderator Staff Member Supporting Member

    Aug 7, 2000
    West Fargo, ND
    I agree with the BTB405--lotta bass for a decent price.

    And by the way, Ampegs are NOT sterile sounding. You want sterile, get SWR. You want serious balls, go Ampeg.;)