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slipslappa

Dec 2, 2009
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hey fellas, this is my first post. I did a search and checked out the newbie thread, but i didnt find much that helped.

so anyways, i've been playing some no-name four-string i got for cheap for a couple of years, and it's time to move on. i find that the instruments sound is horrible, and i can't make the slap noise on it, which is something i want to start doing. I've done it on my buddies bass no problem, but he was saying that his bass was made for that. anyways, what i'm wondering is what companies should I be checking out when looking for a bass? I would like a fairly versatile one, that is, one i can slap and also still play normally.
 
#2
WOW! The possibilities are ENDLESS!

So you want to start slapping but play "normally" too...

Fender Jazz Bass--- Thats what I have... I play slap, pick, and finger style depending on the song...all of these sound great on mine... especially with some cool effects pedals-Fender Jazz is very friendly

But What's your budget...There's also Rickenbacker, Ernie Ball Stingray...If you have the cash....

Ibanez basses are good for beginners though I think... The above basses are investments- Basses that you'll probably have forever. If your just exploring, explore for a while and decide what sound you like best... ALWAYS go with what YOU like. You may discover a sound you love in a lesser known companies bass.

Good Luck- Take your time and choose wisely!:bassist:
 
#3
I have the budget of a university student, so not much. I'll probably see about getting a part time job before i make the purchase, but im starting to check some out now. I wouldn't want to spend more than 1000$ on one, and even that kind of makes me cringe.
 
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slipslappa said:
I have the budget of a university student, so not much. I'll probably see about getting a part time job before i make the purchase, but im starting to check some out now. I wouldn't want to spend more than 1000$ on one, and even that kind of makes me cringe.
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$1000??? :eek:

You could get yourself a used Squier Vintage Modified Jazz Bass (nice bass/great value) for about $250, a nice practice amp (I have a Fender B-DEC) for another $250, and the $500 you have left should get you about 20 lessons. Just one guy's opinion...
 
#8
I would def get a MIM Fender...For that much money you could get something nice that you'll have for a while... not even for the whole grand...even if you spent $650-$750---That will be a quality instrument, hopefully close to new that you know won't crap out on you soon like an old squire that's been around the world and back. That will leave you some money for a nice combo amp too.
 
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Engine207 said:
$1000??? :eek:

You could get yourself a used Squier Vintage Modified Jazz Bass (nice bass/great value) for about $250, a nice practice amp (I have a Fender B-DEC) for another $250, and the $500 you have left should get you about 20 lessons. Just one guy's opinion...
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I have no idea how much these things cost, I'm a complete noob when it comes to shopping. my first one was an impulse buy, spent 300 bucks for everything pretty much. now that i know how to play and what sounds good, i can see my bass is pretty much falling apart
 
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I just opted to buy a Fender Jaguar over a few more expensive models. Some people have had problems w. shielding (easy fix), electronics, etc. -- but I haven't experienced anything like that. Also, I'm not into slap, but if you turn it on active mode, the slap tone is pretty sick. I say go test out a Jag (but hurry up, as they've been discontinued)... save the rest of the cash for upgrades. Just my opinion, though.
 
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slipslappa said:
I have no idea how much these things cost, I'm a complete noob when it comes to shopping. my first one was an impulse buy, spent 300 bucks for everything pretty much. now that i know how to play and what sounds good, i can see my bass is pretty much falling apart
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Squier VMs or CVs are much better basses than one that is falling apart after only a year. My point, is that lessons give me more bang for the buck than spendy basses do.

As a biased Fender-lover, I don't think you really can go wrong with a Jazz Bass. Those (and Precisions) were the original funk basses. There are many good basses that slap, finger, and pick well, but that goes to your personal taste. If you're determined to part with that meganote, you can get a nice used MIA J and still have lunch money...
 

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