I'm ordering a new bass and need some advice.

Get that green Ernie Ball Music Man Sterling "Ball Family Reserve" (HH or HS) it looks nice I bet it sounds nice to.

 

NEVER having played a Sadowsky OR a Lakland.......I (personally) would go with the MusicMan. I've wanted one of those for a LONG time now---Left-Handed of course!!!!


LeftyRickBass

 

I dislike quilted tops, and that Sadowsky looks wicked sweet.

So...


Sadowsky!

 

The Sadowsky. Classic look. Killer tone.

 

I voted the MM, but after I saw the Sadowsky I changed my mind.
Sadowsky all the way!

 

lakland!!!

 

lakland!!! you can get a Jazz, P, and MM tones out of it!

 

A+
Sadowsky Rules! JMO!

 

3 things - i voted sterling but i'd go with the regular model.

lakland usa costs a grand too much.

sadowsky's cost alot less than i thought so now i need to try one out!

 

the sadowsky...just cuz the p/j combo can be played with to fit almost any style of music, while the MM is more limited in tone.

i have a p/j combo by fender and i love it, great tones outta that bad boy

 

Lakland!

 

sadowsky.

 

If I ever get the opportunity to buy a bass where funds are not an issue it will be a Sadowsky MS5 ... '59 Burst ... $2285.

 

You really can't loose here.
Buy what you like.

 

Well, I have owned Laklands and Loved them. but I was looking for more balls and "grit" and then I tried a sadowsky.
I own 2. both 5's. UV 70 and a V5. Love those too and Roger and gang are great to deal with.
It all depends on what you're after for sound, feel and fit and most importantly, what your budget will afford.
They are all good basses.

 

I would go with the Sadowsky. Of course I'm a bit biased towards them. All three are excellent choices. Good luck with your decision.

Cheers,
Jim

 

Same here. I love having the P/J options, so the Sadowsky got my vote.

 

Lakland all the way!!!!

 

Sadowsky hands down. I like the body style, the neck width and the pickups. What's not to love? I wouldn't want the Lakland unless I could get one with a 1.5 in. nut width. I've owned a Sterling, nice feeling bass but didn't do a lot for me sound wise.