Hi everybody! I'm a new user here. I come from Slovenia and I like funk and jazz (among the other styles). My favourite bassists are Marcus Miller and Lincoln Goines. My bass is Washbrn XB400, but I'm thinkink of getting Carvin Claro Walnut 6-string. What do you think about that bass? I'm looking for a sound that is very much Fodera-like. Possible with that bass?
Hi and welcome to Talkbass! Sorry I can't help you with those basses, But I am sure you will find someone here in no time that WOULD know.
Welcome to Talkbass. If you do not get a response to your question on this thread start another with a more specific title. That should get you some answers I have found all of my questions have been answered, from the most basic upwards. Sorry I can't help you about your question. Matthew
Hi! Welcome to TB! I have owned both Fodera and Carvin. Personally, I see them as two completely different animals. IMO, while the construction of a Carvin is good, the electronics have room to improve. Which Fodera are you interested in? In my experience, different models sound very different. I would say that if you are heart-set on Fodera tone/quality you might want to consider saving up for a used Fodera. Another option might be to have one of the newer great luthiers (JP Basses, Nordstrand, Brubaker, etc) that are building instrments that rival Fodera (or any other high-end builder) in quality build you something that has the attributes you desire for a price that is much less than Fodera. Good luck! Jeff
Hi, Just curious, what kind (brands) of basses can you get over there in Slovenia? I have had problems getting gear at decent prices in this side of Europe (opposite to yours) . Most brands get prices about 1.5 times what they cost in, say, the US (except Warwicks, which I find extremely expensive in the US). Even Peaveys can be expensive!
moog_pt: gear here in Slovenia is expensive as hell; EBS used to be really cheap, but I think that's because amps were smuggled. Also, you won't be able to find a lot of different gear; Ibanez, Fender, Washburn, Boss, EBS, Peavey, EHX, Ampeg, Dunlop... I don't know about Warwicks since there are none here; rhough, I know a guy who "imports" them for very good price. Price ratio is very simillar in our country; 1:1,5. Some basses are even pricier though... Jeff Rader: I'm into Linclon Goines sound; that would be Imperial series, if I'm not wrong.
Lenko, you can try and do as I did: Most of my gear came from the US - a VISA card sometimes is very useful After the sellers price, I still have to add 19% VAT (value added tax) and all the customs fees. Guess what? It's still worth it. By the way, do you have any idea of how much a Fodera costs? ANY Fodera?
Yes, I do...5000$ +, I guess... Well, it's not much for a bass like that but it's a lot for a 17 years old bassist, who still lives with his parents (that would be me).
Xaros and Lenko: Let alone the fact that the minimum wage in our Countries (a good measure of realtive wealth) is a fraction of what it is in the US, Germany or the UK ... Then people wonder why there's not more music coming from other countries.
It's really annoying when you see the ads in Bass Player and you see the prices...i am only 17 years old and i take 10 euros a week for all the week, how it is possible to buy gear? I was saving for 3 years to take that Usa Hamer 2-tek.
Well I stopped music for a while, until I graduated from college and started working. Only got decent gear AFTER I moved out of my parent's house. Goes to show ya ...
I probably the only one hear that haves a 10 watt amp. But i can still practise using my pedal and my earphones
