Shootout, Sadowsky, Stenback, de Gier, Fodera.

[LetItGrowTone]

Stenback

Want to hear my ridiculous reason?
I like Stingray more than J (both pickups on), and while the Fodera with some bass boost might possibly sound more like a Stingray than the others, in the video as it is I think the Stenback does (if I use my imagination).

 

[kevindahl]

Sadowsky Masterbuilt was my preference. Someone else said the Stenback had a more retro sound. I don't don't disagree and it might be a better choice for this genre.

Nice chops btw, thanks for sharing.

 

[6-3-2]

First, all of the basses sound fantastic and this is some great playing!

Second, I like the Fodera the most for its tight, focused tone. I know that very modern sound doesn't perfectly suit this track, it sounds a bit abrasive in the mix, but I just love that tone.

All the others sound fantastic, but I imagine some EQing and fresh strings would make them sound very close. The Stenbeck impressed me a lot with old strings, it still has a lot of growl.

 

[gforcemusic]

Roogbass,

Your playing is always such a joy to watch, and to listen to. I have been so very inspired by you over the last few years, and this video made my morning!

With that said...for this particular track, I am going to go with the Sadowsky first, and the DiGier second. The Sadowsky had a bit more 'character'...kind of like the Stingray had on the original recording, while the DiGier was a bit smoother, and with a touch more mid. I enjoyed the sound of both basses, and have owned both.

Have a great day!

 

[akukulich]

I think the Sadowsky sounded best in that context.

 

[JRMK]

De Gier is really impressive! Very well balanced and lively in high register like a vintage jazz. I'm actually surprised how dull stenback sounded here ... Definitely cured some of the gas I have. Sadowsky has this characteristic pumped up sound which I just don't like but it's what others love so who am I to argue.

 

[Element Zero]

Listened with AirPod Pros. Right off the bat, that Sadowsky sounds fat and deep. Maybe a bit too much of a good thing. For me personally, I like more Mids. Enter the Fodera. Ah. Yes. That’s MUCH more my speed. However, it REALLY stood out in the mix which is a blessing/curse depending on the group you’re sharing a stage with. But bringing the Sadowsky back at the end? Mmmmm. That’s the tone I’d want to hear most as an audience member.

 

[L. L. Elwood]

Great Playing. Fodera.. All the way.

 

[alotabass]

Beautiful bass playing! I am from the NYC area. I remember in my teens and early 20s taking note of what all the session players in my area had. If you looked in the pit you always saw 2 things without fail. An upright, And either a Fender P or a Sadowsky. But Sadowsky more times than the Fender. I had no idea what a Sadowsky was. I checked on pricing and at the time I scoffed and looked in the other direction. Fast forward a few years and now I am the session guy and as I spoke with engineers about past sessions that sounded amazing Sadowsky kept coming up in the conversation. So I saved and saved and then went on a 4 month play every bass under the sun tour to see which bass would win my hard earned cash. In the end the Sadowsky won. There is something about the low end of a Sadowsky that tracks really well and not many other instruments have that signature. I now have been tracking for 16 years with my Sadowsky and to this day engineers still love that sound. It might not be the fanciest looking bass but it will be the one you want on your studio tracks.

 

[roogbass]

Beautiful bass playing! I am from the NYC area. I remember in my teens and early 20s taking note of what all the session players in my area had. If you looked in the pit you always saw 2 things without fail. An upright, And either a Fender P or a Sadowsky. But Sadowsky more times than the Fender. I had no idea what a Sadowsky was. I checked on pricing and at the time I scoffed and looked in the other direction. Fast forward a few years and now I am the session guy and as I spoke with engineers about past sessions that sounded amazing Sadowsky kept coming up in the conversation. So I saved and saved and then went on a 4 month play every bass under the sun tour to see which bass would win my hard earned cash. In the end the Sadowsky won. There is something about the low end of a Sadowsky that tracks really well and not many other instruments have that signature. I now have been tracking for 16 years with my Sadowsky and to this day engineers still love that sound. It might not be the fanciest looking bass but it will be the one you want on your studio tracks.

That’s great! You really did your research and ended up with a Sadowsky. They always seem to work in a mix.

 

[Gregc57]

Nice demo; great playing; I liked the Sadowsky best..... and that, I was not really expecting.

 

[scubaduba]

Very nice! Sadowsky for the win. Stenback runner up.

 

[deff]

I voted for the Fodera, because it was stronger and I like it the best, but the Sadowsky definitely was the second and one that suited the song the best. The Fodera just has such a specific tone, that honestly is pretty cool.

 

[alotabass]

I voted for the Fodera, because it was stronger and I like it the best, but the Sadowsky definitely was the second and one that suited the song the best. The Fodera just has such a specific tone, that honestly is pretty cool.

The Fodera has a very nice sound that works for Jazz. The voice of that bass lends itself well to bass soloing.

 

[Dr. Cheese]

Every bass you have sounded wonderful
In your hands. I was especially struck by the Fodera. I was surprised at how much it sounded like a Stingray.

 

[Sterling_Bass]

Each one of those basses sounded terrific in your hands. I probably preferred the Sadowsky, but honestly each bass sounded great and I don't think there was a clear winner. Your musicianship was just so good.

 

[JRMK]

Yah, one thing I forgot to mention ... I would hire you for gig anyday after seeing this

 

[WorktheWood]

I finally got to listen to the video on a better system. It's about a tie for me between the de Gier and the Sadowsky. As has been said, they all sound great in the hands of a great player.

 

[ToddB1963]

Roog, they all sound good but I preferred the black one. It sounds more like a passive fender jazz to my ear.

Your videos are always a treat, but for me the choice of bass is always secondary to your exemplary playing.

P.S. I've always thought a precision would sound great in this track

 

[roogbass]

Yah, one thing I forgot to mention ... I would hire you for gig anyday after seeing this

Thank you