Ibanez basses have always felt really solid to me I would definitely check a few out, especially if you like thin necks. Im picking up a BTB 405QM next week actually, I can't wait!
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need help picking a new bass
- Thread starter M*A*S*H
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Don't bring your cash, check, debit/credit/ any other form of money until you've tried a handful of different styles of basses, and felt one that really stands out to you, IME when i've bought gear before really trying everything out it leads to buyer's remorse, eventually leading to new GAS
Look for a used Lakland 55-02 or 44-02....VERY versatile basses and well worth the money!
the quality and customer service are some of the best in the business!
If you like a particular type of bass (i.e. Jazz Style or P style) I can give you some ideas as well....
the quality and customer service are some of the best in the business!
If you like a particular type of bass (i.e. Jazz Style or P style) I can give you some ideas as well....
I agree with the amp. Find a used eden, swr, genzbenz, or anything else that floats your boat, combo and buy an okay used bass. I played a warwick with a cheap nemesis combo, and then when I got my swr...WOW. Big difference, sounded soo much better.
Just my .02
Just my .02
If you like EBMM products then the Ibanez ATK is a good choice, with the caveat that it feels good in your hands, since it sounds like an even punchier Stingray.
I am personally a big Yamaha and G&L fan and highly recommend entry level Yamaha's and G&L Tributes which are very versatile and well made but you need to find out what feels good to you which may or may not feel good to anyone else on this board.
I am personally a big Yamaha and G&L fan and highly recommend entry level Yamaha's and G&L Tributes which are very versatile and well made but you need to find out what feels good to you which may or may not feel good to anyone else on this board.
Have you played one? Do you like how it feels and sounds?
Don't be one of those guys who sees a cool picture on line and pulls out his credit card... You REALLY need to feel and hear a musical instrument to see if you'll like it. You may tell me that you aren't experienced enough to know the difference - well then, bring a buddy who DOES know - or a music teacher. If you're a newer player, then you are taking lessons (right?!?!), so if you offer your teacher a free lunch, I'll bet he'll come to a store and help you find what you need. Do NOT Trust a sales man - the reasons should be obvious... But don't be that guy who just gets on the MF web site and throws down based on a cool picture!
Another thought: Does where a bass is made matter to you? If it does, then you have that to consider. For $1000 you can get a dandy used US made bass - - not so much for new (unless you go Carvin)...
Id try the Deluxe Active Fender Jazzes: Invalid Link Removed
They're quite amazing in my mind, but ive always been a Fender guy
They're quite amazing in my mind, but ive always been a Fender guy
My favorites
Lakland 4402
Musicman Sterling
Fender Jazz
U can find all of these for decent prices used
Lakland 4402
Musicman Sterling
Fender Jazz
U can find all of these for decent prices used
Standard Jazzes are, well, standard Is the best I can say.
Deluxe Active Jazzes have active pick-ups, they are $100 more, and basicly, the Active Jazzes are like Stingrays or ATK's, running through a 9-volt
