I need Cirrus help

[dogbass]

I thought the Cirrus was Peavey's "custom shop" only offering ? I played a MII and liked the sound, but not the build quality. However, $2000+ versus $589 is a big difference. Just looking for opinions on how you like your Cirrus'...onshore or offshore.

 

[embellisher]

I own a USA Cirrus. I love it. I have played the offshore version. It is a very decent bass for the price. Not near the build quality of the USA version, but good for the price.

I prefer the neck on the USA version, it is a little wider, and shallower. More comfortable for me.

 

[dogbass]

Thanks Jeff. I need to find a local shop that stocks the MIA and check it out I guess. I'm into the look, sound, and feel of this instrument and wanna make sure I get the one that I'll be happy with 10 years from now....when I have paying gigs.

 

[embellisher]

Maybe this will help you decide?

 

[dogbass]

Mmmmmm ! Yeah, its beautiful....OK....any recommendations on retailers ?

 

[embellisher]

Where are you located?

Your best bet, pricewise, on a USA Cirrus, is to find one in a shop that has had it for a while.

Due to the higher price point on these, and the fact that Peavey is not a respected name in gear, you can often get one for 40% off of list if it has been sitting for a while.

 

[dogbass]

Northern CA. I'm willing to go from Sacramento to Bakersfield, from the Bay to the NV border,.....if someones got the goods. Ebay has some, but you can't play'em first;

 

[Ryan L.]

I rejoined the Cirrus club a couple weeks ago, after not owning one for a couple of years. I have been looking for a maple topped Cirrus 5 for some time now to replace the one I stupidly traded off on a Warwick, and my wife actually found one in the paper, about 40 miles from me.

An older guy owned it, and it had spent most of its life in the case. SO, for $600, I got an almost brand new Cirrus in my hands. I had forgotten just how much I love these basses--especially after stringing it with DR High Beams and getting it set up (he had the action too high for my liking).

IMHO, look around for a USA model. They are wonderful basses.

 

[Moving Pictures]

I own a USA Cirrus. I love it. I have played the offshore version. It is a very decent bass for the price. Not near the build quality of the USA version, but good for the price.

I prefer the neck on the USA version, it is a little wider, and shallower. More comfortable for me.

Ditto for me. This is mine:

 

[dogbass]

Hey Christle, beauty bass and I'm a 4-stringer also. How do you like the electronics ? I plan on doing alot of recording, so quiet is a plus....

 

[Moving Pictures]

The electronics are dead quiet. I have recorded with it and it sounds very sweet. I can go from blending with the band to cutting through with just a touch of boost on the mids.

The one thing you don't see in that pic that I use a lot is the HipShot Xtender. Some of our songs work better in Drop D and it has been a blessing.

 

[Ryan L.]

+1 on the electronics. I get no buzz whatsoever from mine.

 

[Aj*]

Yeah, the electronics are great. I have a 6 string USA model and I'm very, very happy indeed. Very comprehensive shielding. For best value, look for a used one, they're an absolute steal. I paid $1050 + shipping/import duty for mine from TBer Vic and mine was in as new condition pretty much (though of course I'm slowly ruining that ). Depends how many strings you want, 6ers can go for as low as $800, 4/5s about $600. Depends on condition and options too mind you. Because Peavey are not a name asosciated with botique gear, they depreciate pretty hard, buying them used makes a lot more sense.

Oh and just to make your decision a little easier :

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[dogbass]

This, as always with TB, has been very helpful. I'm officially in the market for a used, USA, Cirrus, 4 string. Thanks all....

John

 

[Papersen]

This, as always with TB, has been very helpful. I'm officially in the market for a used, USA, Cirrus, 4 string. Thanks all....

John

Do it, you won´t regret.
BTW, here´s mine (good chance to show it, uhh )

 

[oddio]

In the Peavey tradition, the offshore Cirrus basses are a good value but nothing like the USA-made ones. I have to agree with the comment on the wider and thinner (depth through) neck which is ideal for a 35" scale. I picked up this older USA model for $900 CDN at a local consignment shop. Keep your eyes open for a used one...

 

[73jbass]

What is the neck width at the nut on the 6 strings? I'm gassing for another 6'er and starting to lean towards these.

 

[perfektspace6]

I agree with all the rave reviews on the Cirrus and hope to own another in the future.

My only complaint with my bubinga 6 was the pickups/electronics. I thought the B sounded muddy so I put EMG's in.

 

[bassclef112]

I recently got my first Cirrus after reading all those glowing reviews. I picked up a used 4 with a redwood top in 9.8 condition for less than $700. I have to say I am impressed with it. Very well made, tight focused tone and the neck is very easy to play. I wouldn't get a new one only because they take such a huge hit on resale, but for the going rate used they cannot be beat. Nice basses indeed!

 

[CYoung]

I got my Bubinga Cirrus of the 'bay for about $800. IT quickly became my main bass. I swapped out the factory strings for DR Hi Beams which really helped the slap sound.

Seriously, a solid used Cirrus from a shop or off the 'bay is a good option!