Im Looking for a new bass

[Stallion Duck]

Hello
Im getting a new bass for birthday/christmas. Im wondering what you guys recommend. Currently I'm using a 76' Ricknbacker through a orange 250watt (or something).
I love my ricky but I'm looking for something new. I was looking at the Epiphone thunderbird IV 5 string in sunburst. (opinions)
I play everything from Beatles to Lamb of God (I'm a school of rock student) so I'm looking for a classic looking versatile 5 string.


Any other ideas.





P.S. I'm looking for a five string

 

[ArvindJayaram]

Lot of options, Stallion_Duck. Try out all the models you can. Figure out what kind of string spacing you want in a fiver. Decide whether you want something active or passive. Do a little online comparison of your short-listed models. Best of luck kid!
- Jimmy Rage

 

[Wallace320]

I own the IV sunburst version, I play it a full step downtuned and put a Hipshot GB7 bass extender, so that I can nearly reach the lows of a regularly tuned Thunderbird V...
Finishings are outstanding for its price, especially in the sunburst version. Soapbars are powerful and versatile even with a two only band equalizer. I beat the hell out of it, but still can manage a proper slap tone with sufficient highs. But as you certainly know, neckthru body with mahogany wings best offering is midrange: you cut each and every bandmix with ease.

Cheers,
Wallace

 

[benthughes]

I'd recommend something with a P/J setup, take your pick. Another good bet would be a Musicman Stingray/Sterling in your flavor. You've already got a rock machine that should cover all of your bases, look for something that'll offer something different tonally... Musicman would fit that bill while still retaining a classic look.

That being said , thunderbirds are badass so get a Spector!