Peavey G Bass... anyone?

[ahbass2500]

I have two. I love ‘em. They are highly versatile instruments, relatively light, and well balanced. If it is super clean, $800 isn’t out of the question. Also, bear in mind that they were nearly $2K basses when they were new, and they didn’t catch on. I once saw one on my local CL for $400 and missed it by an hour. It’s a great, relatively unknown instrument. I also think they really sharp looking.

When were the four string ones nearly $2k? 1999 Guitar Blue Book says the suggested retail was $918. Since it was printed when they were still making them, I tend to believe that price point.

The GV was going for around $1400 (Blue Book, my memory, and a 25 year old TB post all line up on that number). I got mine for around $500 on a new old stock deal from Brighton Music Center in PA.

 

[tindrum]

Another bass the g bass sounds like is the aria like John Taylor’s

I bought one thinking it might but I didn’t think it did at all. When I had the G I also has multiple vintage Aria SB basses identical to what John Taylor used and the difference was dramatic. The G bass sounds good but different. I ultimately couldn’t jive with the pencil thin neck. Nice basses though. I’m definitely a big Peavey fan!

 

[MegaSwing]

When were the four string ones nearly $2k? 1999 Guitar Blue Book says the suggested retail was $918. Since it was printed when they were still making them, I tend to believe that price point.

The GV was going for around $1400 (Blue Book, my memory, and a 25 year old TB post all line up on that number). I got mine for around $500 on a new old stock deal from Brighton Music Center in PA.

These had carbon-fiber necks and were every bit as good as the competition such as Modulus and Zon, also high-end instruments. I could be mistaken, but I recall them being $1900 instruments, which was high but not ridiculous for their time. I’ll do more research. But there’s always been some stigma to Peavey that factors in. I love the stuff. It’s always well designed.

 

[ahbass2500]

These had carbon-fiber necks and were every bit as good as the competition such as Modulus and Zon, also high-end instruments. I could be mistaken, but I recall them being $1900 instruments, which was high but not ridiculous for their time. I’ll do more research. But there’s always been some stigma to Peavey that factors in. I love the stuff. It’s always well designed.

I know what they are. I have had a Peavey GV since new. The 4 string one was just under $1000. The 5 string was over $1000, but it has a second pickup, an ABM bridge, and the added price of a fifth string.

You could find solid deals on them when new like I did because the sparkle finishes were not popular back then. Funny that other brands have had popular versions of similar finishes in recent years.

 

[Nuisance]

I picked one up a few months ago at our local Music-Go-Round, mint in case for $450. They are nice basses.....nothing special TBH. I ended up returning it because, while it was light, once I put it on a strap it had significant neck dive.

I wouldn't pay $800 for one.

 

[ahbass2500]

I picked one up a few months ago at our local Music-Go-Round, mint in case for $450. They are nice basses.....nothing special TBH. I ended up returning it because, while it was light, once I put it on a strap it had significant neck dive.

I wouldn't pay $800 for one.

The junky stock tuners were heavy. I was annoyed when one of mine broke. Ended up really happy it broke after replacing them with US Hipshot Ultralites. Lighter, better feel, better look.

 

[MegaSwing]

I know what they are. I have had a Peavey GV since new. The 4 string one was just under $1000. The 5 string was over $1000, but it has a second pickup, an ABM bridge, and the added price of a fifth string.

You could find solid deals on them when new like I did because the sparkle finishes were not popular back then. Funny that other brands have had popular versions of similar finishes in recent years.

I know that they are greatly undervalued for what they do. They definitely never caught on. I learned about them in retrospect and just took an interest. Still wish I’d snagged that one on CL for $400. Still have hopes of having a GV cross my path.

 

[MegaSwing]

These are mine:

 

[CamJazzBass]

Always been curious about the G bass. Almost bought one about 10 years ago but some one snagged it right before me.

 

[Relsom]

They are nice sounding and playing basses, but I found the necks on the smallish side. I don't know if I'd pay $800 for one in today's market. I sold both of mine to the same TBer in 2017 for $850 shipped. Check if the back of the neck has the visible weave like the one pictured, or if it's opaque. They play the same, but the visible weave is nice to see and generally adds a little value. My one and only 5 string is a GV that I have no plans to sell. Its a very nice bass.

 

[Root 5]

These had carbon-fiber necks and were every bit as good as the competition such as Modulus and Zon, also high-end instruments. I could be mistaken, but I recall them being $1900 instruments, which was high but not ridiculous for their time. I’ll do more research. But there’s always been some stigma to Peavey that factors in. I love the stuff. It’s always well designed.

The G Bass was around $800-$900 new.

 

[PeaveyPlayer]

I bought one thinking it might but I didn’t think it did at all. When I had the G I also has multiple vintage Aria SB basses identical to what John Taylor used and the difference was dramatic. The G bass sounds good but different. I ultimately couldn’t jive with the pencil thin neck. Nice basses though. I’m definitely a big Peavey fan!

Really eh?
Idk personally I feel like I cop a close tone
Especially when i play along to planet earth

 

[PeaveyPlayer]

They are nice sounding and playing basses, but I found the necks on the smallish side. I don't know if I'd pay $800 for one in today's market. I sold both of mine to the same TBer in 2017 for $850 shipped. Check if the back of the neck has the visible weave like the one pictured, or if it's opaque. They play the same, but the visible weave is nice to see and generally adds a little value. My one and only 5 string is a GV that I have no plans to sell. It’s ma very nice bass.
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Lol! That’s my old bass and my dog ! l

 

[PeaveyPlayer]

These had carbon-fiber necks and were every bit as good as the competition such as Modulus and Zon, also high-end instruments. I could be mistaken, but I recall them being $1900 instruments, which was high but not ridiculous for their time. I’ll do more research. But there’s always been some stigma to Peavey that factors in. I love the stuff. It’s always well designed.

No they didnt
It was made by bell and Carlson a gun stock company
It’s been debunked

Take your tuners off

Also the only legitimate graphite bass neck that’s hollow and made in a mold was the b quad
I own one

 

[MegaSwing]

Fortunately, my life didn’t depend on this.

 

[MNAirHead]

These had carbon-fiber necks and were every bit as good as the competition such as Modulus and Zon, also high-end instruments. I could be mistaken, but I recall them being $1900 instruments, which was high but not ridiculous for their time. I’ll do more research. But there’s always been some stigma to Peavey that factors in. I love the stuff. It’s always well designed.

No they didnt
It was made by bell and Carlson a gun stock company
It’s been debunked

Take your tuners off

Also the only legitimate graphite bass neck that’s hollow and made in a mold was the b quad
I own one

About the Carbon Fiber Lie - This is My Fault
Arrgh... I'm the idiot that initially made this comment that's been taken out of context. I swear... it will be cast in stone somewhere some day.

The "poor man's modulus" was a kid asking me to compare my Gbass to my Modulus Flea. I told him the vibe was similar. I termed it "poor man's modulus." I started this silliness that can not be erased from the internet.

The person had a music crush on the chili peppers (when flea had a modulus endorsement). The high school kid wanted a vibe bass that he could afford (back when we could buy them for a $150.

I own a BQuad, Modulus, Composite Acoustics, Bogart and Emerald Flow. Those are carbon fiber - not dressed up to look like carbon

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Neck Rigidity
I've owned a few G and GV. The carbon wrap isn't what it was envisioned. I've had the necks unstable. I do not keep instruments that ever need any tweeks of any kind. I do not currently own a G - I do own a BQuad.

OPINION - The USA multi laminate with carbon fiber rods are more stable.

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Vibe
Overall, I'd say they're in the vibe of a bolt on neck cirrus for feel and theme.

They sound more like a pbass than some of the more articulate active peaveys. I probably have a deck recordings somewhere of one.


Not a bad instrument... just has a silly history.

 

[MNAirHead]

I'll add a GV and GBass comment about the glitter finish

You'll see them that kind of look like a 90s bass boat glitter. Up close, they look silly. Put them under stage lights and they make more sense (from a distance)

Example... green glitter looks like a St. Patrick's day souveneir up close. From audience view and stage lights, it looks like a black guitar with green highlights.

I had the rainbow black.. was able to gig it in large churches with multi-point HD video.

 

[PeaveyPlayer]

Fortunately, my life didn’t depend on this.

lol
Not as much as

About the Carbon Fiber Lie - This is My Fault
Arrgh... I'm the idiot that initially made this comment that's been taken out of context. I swear... it will be cast in stone somewhere some day.

The "poor man's modulus" was a kid asking me to compare my Gbass to my Modulus Flea. I told him the vibe was similar. I termed it "poor man's modulus." I started this silliness that can not be erased from the internet.

The person had a music crush on the chili peppers (when flea had a modulus endorsement). The high school kid wanted a vibe bass that he could afford (back when we could buy them for a $150.

I own a BQuad, Modulus, Composite Acoustics, Bogart and Emerald Flow. Those are carbon fiber - not dressed up to look like carbon

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Neck Rigidity
I've owned a few G and GV. The carbon wrap isn't what it was envisioned. I've had the necks unstable. I do not keep instruments that ever need any tweeks of any kind. I do not currently own a G - I do own a BQuad.

OPINION - The USA multi laminate with carbon fiber rods are more stable.

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Vibe
Overall, I'd say they're in the vibe of a bolt on neck cirrus for feel and theme.

They sound more like a pbass than some of the more articulate active peaveys. I probably have a deck recordings somewhere of one.


Not a bad instrument... just has a silly history.

i was also that kid I think lmfao
I was 16-17?
I’m 25 now so rings a bell

 

[MNAirHead]

lol
Not as much as

i was also that kid I think lmfao
I was 16-17?
I’m 25 now so rings a bell

wow... it does sound familiar.

Ironically, I'm from MB.... my mom attended St. Boniface... I know "Murray's in Neepawa" still stream CJOB.. visit Salsbury House when in St. Vitale.

Crazy small world.


Your reply made my day.

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so ... did you buy a modulus?

 

[ahbass2500]

I'll add a GV and GBass comment about the glitter finish

You'll see them that kind of look like a 90s bass boat glitter. Up close, they look silly. Put them under stage lights and they make more sense (from a distance)

Example... green glitter looks like a St. Patrick's day souveneir up close. From audience view and stage lights, it looks like a black guitar with green highlights.

I had the rainbow black.. was able to gig it in large churches with multi-point HD video.

I have always been happy with my black glitter GV under stage lights (Holoflake Black). I was surprised when G&L introduced their Andromeda finish a few years ago and it ended up being popular. The eBay listing I bought my GV from called the finish ugly in the description. After winning, I called the store to see about having buying a case before they shipped it. That is when I found out it was NOS and they would include original paperwork and case (apparently they were worried they would violate some dealer agreement if they listed it as new on their eBay listing). Also mentioned that it had not gotten much attention due to the finish. Looked brand new when it hit my doorstep and still looks great today.