New Four Banger...

[Funkize you]

Well, at first I was looking into Fodera, and Sadowsky, but now I just want opinions. I am looking into a Four string bass (for now) with 24 fret's. Customs arent out of the picture, I have a Limit of $2,000... What would you guys recomend?

EDIT: Fender is Not an option, but Sadowsky's are...
Custom Shop Fenders arent an option either.

 

[James Hart]

www.benaventeguitars.com



UPS is out for delivery with my fretless 6 and it's about his normal time to stop by

too bad I'm stuck at work for another 5 hours

 

[Funkize you]

They look great, but I cant get the price list for some reason...

 

[vene-nemesis]

mmm $2000 Will new sadowsky metros be an option, never played one. You cand find a used fodera for a little more around $2600, havent seen any on E-bay but I saw one in basscentral.com.

If i were you i'll save my bucks and save a little more to buy some american Lakland or a carvin the bunny brunell model that comes with the MM P'up has a good preamp and its playability its great the only prob with this bass it is shape its kind of HO|2ny (horn talking)

 

[Funkize you]

I'd Rather Not have another Lakland, I like them, but Really do need something with 24 Fret's... Sadowsky is Going to come out with a 24 fret 4 string soon I hear...

 

[netvampire]

Have you considered a BASSLAB, Gerald reese signature , 4 string headless ,24 fret, black in colour $1999(us) .
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[robb.]

Have you considered a BASSLAB, Gerald reese signature , 4 string headless ,24 fret, black in colour $1999(us) .
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uh, that would be €1,999, which is about $2,400.

robb.

 

[netvampire]

oops sorry thought that was a dollar sign..half a sleep here

 

[kobass]

How about a used Pedulla? All of the neck-through models are 24 frets. The "Thunderbass" is an incredible instrument and a lot of good examples can be found on Ebay.

 

[Funkize you]

Nah to the Bongo, Im not really a fan of them...

Thanks for all the suggestions though, I think I am leaning towards a Sadowsky right now, Maybe a 24 fret 5 string...

 

[James Hart]

They look great, but I cant get the price list for some reason...

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they selling price is much lower then what's listed. $2k would tame a nice 4 string

(I'm the webmaster so take my post with that grain of salt)

 

[AMJBASS]

If you are looking for a Jazz bass, Sadowsky is the ultimate. They play great, and just sit perfectly in the mix. I wouldn't rule out Benavente though. They play absolutely amazing. The neck is one of the most comfortable out there. If you are looking for more of a custom bass, you would do well to check them out.

 

[FCM3]

Might want to consider a Dingwall Afterburner I (well under your limit) or maybe even a Afterburner II (close to your limit).
Great sounding, well made basses w/ a 37" B string. Amazing tone
Very playable

www.dingwallguitars.com

Bass central carrys them and has photos
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[Funkize you]

I do like the Dingwall Basses, I was also looking into them as well.

 

[mark beem]

Get Nino here to build one for you!! I'm sure he could pop some Sad pups and pre in there..

 

[count_funkula]

What about Spector? I believe they have 24 frets.

 

[alembicbones]

How's about a used Alembic. If you're lucky, you might even be able to find a Series I in your price range.

Bones

 

[Funkize you]

Yup, I was looking into Alembics also, I found a Few Epic's but no series I...

EDIT: hey, what Alembic did Stanley Clarke play on the "Return to Forever" "Romantic Warriror CD"? you know? Did he even Play an alembic then?

 

[Lackey]

www.nordstrandguitars.com/new.htm

You could probably swing one of these for juust under 2k.

 

[freshmeat1989]

If you are looking for a Jazz bass, Sadowsky is the ultimate. They play great, and just sit perfectly in the mix. I wouldn't rule out Benavente though. They play absolutely amazing. The neck is one of the most comfortable out there. If you are looking for more of a custom bass, you would do well to check them out.

+1 for Sadowsky

Or you could probably get Nino-Brown to make you a 24 fret Valenti Jazz.