So, I have a 2000 MIM Fender Jazz Bass. But I'm thinking of selling it and getting an Epiphone Thunderbird. Whadaya think? Should I buy the T-Bird or keep the Jazz Bass?
The epi thunderbirds have a painted neck, and I am just not a fan. I would probably own a few of them if it weren't for that. I do however have 3 of the MIM Jazz basses and love them. Just depends on what you like and the tone that you find usable
Keep the jazz. T-birds are notorious for terrible neck dive. Or sell the jazz and don't buy a T-bird.
Whats wrong with the jazz? Is there a sound you can't get from it or something like that? If so, ditch it and get the Tbird. I for one would never consider it, but there are certainly enough of both around to switch back and forth from now until eternity.
Having owned both in the last two years, I'd keep the jazz bass. But why do you care what WE think? YOU are going be playing it.
when you have a dilemma.... make de lemonade! Keep both - keep everything you ever get; unless you don't like something. I think this is a bass law.
This is not a dilemma. Honest. Is there something you don't like about the Jazz? Something that makes the T-bird a better bass for you? Remember, the grass is always greener...
+ 1 to keeping the J (to avoid seller's regret). Save your $ a little longer to buy the T-bird and then you'll have two basses, one for 'rounds, the other for flats. This will supply you with tonal versatility to play different styles of music in different bands as well as provide you with a backup bass.