Alright, so I already have 3 basses: A 92 Fender MIJ P-Lyte, a 95 Fender MIA Jazz Deluxe, and a Tobias Killer-B. All 4 string, all fretted, all completely unmodded. I want to get a new one! I've considered 5s and fretless, but I really don't think I'll be using the fretless to its full potential. I play mostly funk, rock, and some jazz. Any suggestions?
Look around used. You can find some really nice high end instruments in your budget. You can find some nice Lulls, Warwicks and more.
+1, but with a budget of $1500, I say check out a Spector Euro. Neck through and very fun to play. The P/J is really versatile as well and will sound different from your other basses.
Ahh! I enjoy the sound of bongos.. but the look really pushes me away. Stingray 5... I'll look into it.
fill a need man, you have the jazz bass, a p-lyte (p sound), and the killer b for your active soap bar sound. An EBMM 5er or a warwick corvette $$5 may be something good since it would give you different options from your other basses. Personally, i think the fender P5 would be too thumpy for funk.
Warwick or a Spector dude. Expecially Warwick. I love mine to death. ...Vintage Gibson Grabbers and modern Thunderbirds are nice as well. AND all in that price range +1 to the buy used though. it's amazing the things that you can find! like my 2000$ Wick for