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I want to get an Explorer style bass...

Discussion in 'Basses [BG]' started by redhawk, Nov 20, 2005.

  1. Nov 20, 2005 #1
    redhawk

    redhawk Guest

    Oct 8, 2005
    Where is the best place to get one? And, what are some brands that make them? I really am looking for a white one, and I would like to play one before I buy, but I dont' think any music stores anywhere near me carry them. Any information is appreciated.
     
  2. Nov 21, 2005 #2
    Tash

    Tash Guest

    Feb 13, 2005
    Bel Air Maryland
    I don't know of any Explorer style basses still in production. There used to be one from Ibanez and the ever famous Hammer, but neither is still made. Your best bet would be watching EBay, local stores and classified sections looking for a used one. If you want new you would probably have to build a Warmoth or other parts bin bass, or go custom shop.
     
  3. Nov 21, 2005 #3
    BassGyver

    BassGyver

    Jun 29, 2004
    Belgioum
    Warmoth?
     
  4. Nov 21, 2005 #4
    Havoc

    Havoc Guest

    Jun 2, 2005
    Norway, Rogaland, Helleland
  5. Nov 21, 2005 #5
    cdef

    cdef

    Jul 18, 2003
  6. Nov 21, 2005 #6
    DDXdesign

    DDXdesign formerly 'jammadave' Supporting Member Commercial User

    Oct 15, 2003
    Vegas
    Warwick's Cruiser is probably the closest, but not cheap. Alembic's Spyder.... Dean probably makes a Z bass still, but if not the older Dean Z basses rocked.

    Warwick's Buzzard, Spector's Rex, Ibanez's Iceman, and of course the classic T-bird are all Explorer-"ish"...

    And, Epiphone was still making Explorer basses as redcently as a couple years ago I think.
     
  7. Nov 21, 2005 #7
    hasadari

    hasadari

    Jun 23, 2005
    Alembic will make the Explorer-style "Exploter" as a special order. They are often available used either on the Alembic website under "Alembic Club" or on eBay. Awesomely built instruments.
     
  8. Nov 21, 2005 #8
    James Hart

    James Hart

    Feb 1, 2002
    Beemerville.nj.us
  9. Nov 21, 2005 #9
    Bg Man

    Bg Man Guest

    May 25, 2005
    Utah, America's Armpit
    Well, you're a sick twisted individual who needs some kind of drastic therapy. :D

    Just kidding. Dean still manufactures the Z bass. and from the looks of it, are still doing a damn fine job of it. here's the link to the Z Tour:

    http://www.deanguitars.com/z_tour_bass.htm

    They also have a more budged oriented model with a basswood body and a PJ pickup configuration, for those who like passive pups, or style on the cheap. Your call.

    Personally, I'd think about the Dean Cadillac too, but that's just me.
     
  10. Nov 21, 2005 #10
    Philbiker

    Philbiker Pat's the best!

    Dec 28, 2000
    Northern Virginia, USA
    If this bass is as good as my Dean Edge was (it is, I'm sure) then it's a hell of a good bass. I'd go there if I were looking for an Explorer style bass.
     
  11. Nov 21, 2005 #11
    L-1329

    L-1329

    Aug 8, 2004
    This man is wise. ;)
     
  12. Nov 21, 2005 #12
    Eisenmann

    Eisenmann Guest

    May 12, 2004
    played the epiphone explorer bass a month or 2 ago.
    that thing was really cool. ok, it was not like w00t-totally-kickas*, but pretty nice for the money.
    solid rock-tone.the build quality seemed to be ok.action and handling was good, too.

    i suggest you check out the natural finish.über-sweet :)