Basswood and mahogany body basses by Ibanez, ESP Ltd, Schecter, etc are very lightweight so long as you stick to the smaller body ones.
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Need a very light bass , help
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You can get Brian at Birdsong to make you a custom shortscale using a very light wood and have him cut out sound chambers in the body. This should get pretty light...
It'll probably cost you $1500 to $2000 for this and you'll have a sweet custom bass that's easy to play and very light.
I think that the shortscale option will also make things easier on your neck since your left hand is going to be much closer to your body when you play...
It'll probably cost you $1500 to $2000 for this and you'll have a sweet custom bass that's easy to play and very light.
I think that the shortscale option will also make things easier on your neck since your left hand is going to be much closer to your body when you play...
Why not a Yamaha?!? This one, Yamaha RBX4 A2, is chambered body and is weight is just about 7 lbs. Here is a demo from Ed Freidland; Invalid Link Removed
Hofner also makes the Club Bass - single cutaway Les Paul style - mine is 5 lbs.
ALSO - The back problems are often caused by the weight pulling to one side. There are some straps available that go over BOTH shoulders - you barely feel that anything is there. Check them out.
ALSO - The back problems are often caused by the weight pulling to one side. There are some straps available that go over BOTH shoulders - you barely feel that anything is there. Check them out.
I have a Mustang Bass--7.5 pounds. Although I consider it light, if you are suffering, it is probably a good idea to go still lighter. The guys who have been suggesting the Hofner Club Bass may be on to something. If the weight of Bassamatic's instrument is "normal," it's only 2/3 of the weight of most of the "light" basses suggested so far. I have heard that the string spacing on Hofners is tight though. That may or may not be an issue.
You rarely hear Ed Friedland say anything bad about any bass he reviews. About the worst you ever hear is him saying something "works" or is "good". I wait for him to say something is "incredible" or "amazing".
Not sure if 7.8lbs is light enough for ya, but that's how much my MIA Fender P weighs. Great sound and a classic look at a great weight
Wow! Nice!
Early 90's Ibanez SB. Extremly light, hard to find (people tend to hold on to these) but when you do find one they usually go for $300-400.
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Under 7 lbs for a 4 sting is no problem but I can't beat the bass above this post. That is for sure!! 
OOPS I meant the Aria
OOPS I meant the Aria
One for sale in the classifieds now
http://www.talkbass.com/forum/f126/mtd-z5-sale-light-light-light-weight-796029/
http://www.talkbass.com/forum/f126/mtd-z5-sale-light-light-light-weight-796029/
I'd definitely say headless if you want very light. I've got an Ibanez Axstar, and it weighs almost nothing (especially compared to my old Peavey). Status also makes some beauties, if money's no object. Personally I can't stand the look of a Steinberger, but they sound great and weigh very little.
Hi pedroims,
The weight of the bass is certainly a factor. At the same time, there are several other factors you may wish to consider.
Standing or sitting; Using a foot stool to life the leg over which the bass rests when sitting down; Becoming stiff when playing.
I have been taking a few sessions with a master teacher of the Alexander Technique and the pain was gone. That was in playing piano - I was completely oblivious to some extra muscular work that I have been doing with my lower back and shoulders. All that the teacher did was put his hand where I was tensing. That made me aware of the tension I was able to let go.
Again, this guy is a master. He just knew right away where the problem was without any trying or searching.
I wish you well.
The weight of the bass is certainly a factor. At the same time, there are several other factors you may wish to consider.
Standing or sitting; Using a foot stool to life the leg over which the bass rests when sitting down; Becoming stiff when playing.
I have been taking a few sessions with a master teacher of the Alexander Technique and the pain was gone. That was in playing piano - I was completely oblivious to some extra muscular work that I have been doing with my lower back and shoulders. All that the teacher did was put his hand where I was tensing. That made me aware of the tension I was able to let go.
Again, this guy is a master. He just knew right away where the problem was without any trying or searching.
I wish you well.
Yamaha RBX4 A2 would do the trick.
Luna's basses are in the 7-8 lb range, is that light enough? Invalid Link Removed.
I don't know what your budget is, but I once tried out a bass in a shop from this guy John Toon in Kansas City. It was amazingly light and perfectly balanced. Link Removed
Luna's basses are in the 7-8 lb range, is that light enough? Invalid Link Removed.
I don't know what your budget is, but I once tried out a bass in a shop from this guy John Toon in Kansas City. It was amazingly light and perfectly balanced. Link Removed
