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Should I buy while the iron is hot?

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Mister Frisbee

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I was at the local music shop the other day, and I saw an interesting looking bass on the wall. Asked to see it, fell in love with it within 5 minutes. Given the features and the amazing tone, I couldn't believe its price of only $500 U.S. It's the Cort C4 Plus ZBMH (not OTAB)

Here's the thing, I want to buy it, I have the funds, and I've been searching for a good j-bass for a while, but my mother does not want me to buy it because she thinks it is a rash/reckless purchase. My current bass came as part of a learning kit with combo amp, cord, the whole deal, but it just doesn't cut it after 7 years experience. Also it's a p-bass, which some people do like, I just don't - not as well as j-basses at least. To some degree, I see her point of view, but at the same time, I know that I'll never find another bass just like it. Anyone want to give opinions?
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Well, I don't know about the market in your place, but here in Europe, you can have that bass for that price any day of the week and If you're looking for a used one in good condition you'll find one for 30% less.
So it looks to me that the deal is not THAT hot. Give your temper a bit of time to calm down and if possible, check out some other basses in the meantime. If the Cort's the one, it's the one. But I read between the lines that you have not had a lot of basses in your fingers and there are a lot of different models out there. Go and try a few and see how the Cort compares to them.
 
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el murdoque said:
Well, I don't know about the market in your place, but here in Europe, you can have that bass for that price any day of the week and If you're looking for a used one in good condition you'll find one for 30% less.
So it looks to me that the deal is not THAT hot. Give your temper a bit of time to calm down and if possible, check out some other basses in the meantime. If the Cort's the one, it's the one. But I read between the lines that you have not had a lot of basses in your fingers and there are a lot of different models out there. Go and try a few and see how the Cort compares to them.
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You are correct in saying that I have not played a ton of basses. I do feel that I've played enough of them to know when one suits me, however. I do want to shop around a bit though; again you speak wisely. However, I asked the store to hold it for me, and the can only do so until the 11th. After that, it's in God's hands. Also, I know that the bass already has very good value even at MSRP because two reviewers, (at least one of whom is a good bass reviewer, I know) have said so, and even I, before looking at those videos, sensed that I was holding something of a decent deal, at worst.
 
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I can tell you that I fell in love with an old Dingwall once but I just had used up all my liquid funds prior to that.
I started building a fund for that bass and looked at it whenever I came by. When I finally had enough to make a serious offer, I called in to learn that they sold it three weeks ago to an offer which was slightly less than mine.
I was so fixed on that bass and had serious bass money burning a hole in my pocket, I did not know what to do.
Long story short, about four weeks later I was torn between two basses I found in the most unlikely circumstances.
I loved both just as much as I loved the Dingwall but could afford only one of them.
 
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el murdoque said:
I can tell you that I fell in love with an old Dingwall once but I just had used up all my liquid funds prior to that.
I started building a fund for that bass and looked at it whenever I came by. When I finally had enough to make a serious offer, I called in to learn that they sold it three weeks ago to an offer which was slightly less than mine.
I was so fixed on that bass and had serious bass money burning a hole in my pocket, I did not know what to do.
Long story short, about four weeks later I was torn between two basses I found in the most unlikely circumstances.
I loved both just as much as I loved the Dingwall but could afford only one of them.
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I feel that money is not exactly my issue in this case... and neither is that lust for a new bass or just something exciting. It's more like I've needed a j bass for a while, to suit my purposes, this one is a good one for seemingly a relatively good price given it's tone and features, and it really feels at home in my hands. Anyways thanks so much for the advice; I really appreciate it! I can't wait to hear more from others!
 
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Mister Frisbee said:
I feel that money is not exactly my issue in this case... and neither is that lust for a new bass or just something exciting. It's more like I've needed a j bass for a while, to suit my purposes, this one is a good one for seemingly a relatively good price given it's tone and features, and it really feels at home in my hands. Anyways thanks so much for the advice; I really appreciate it! I can't wait to hear more from others!
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Btw all, I do see this as a lifelong investment, so if there have been problems with the durability/survivability of Corts, please do tell me!
 
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craigie said:
Are you buying the bass in Morocco? ;)

Just kidding. That’s what the vendors would say to try and make a sale (with their proposed price 3x too high):

We must strike while the iron is hot!

I give you special first sale of the day price!

I give you special last sale of the day price!
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Oh no kidding that's funny! What do you think about all this?
 
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Mister Frisbee said:
I was at the local music shop the other day, and I saw an interesting looking bass on the wall. Asked to see it, fell in love with it within 5 minutes. Given the features and the amazing tone, I couldn't believe its price of only $500 U.S. It's the Cort C4 Plus ZBMH (not OTAB)

Here's the thing, I want to buy it, I have the funds, and I've been searching for a good j-bass for a while, but my mother does not want me to buy it because she thinks it is a rash/reckless purchase. My current bass came as part of a learning kit with combo amp, cord, the whole deal, but it just doesn't cut it after 7 years experience. Also it's a p-bass, which some people do like, I just don't - not as well as j-basses at least. To some degree, I see her point of view, but at the same time, I know that I'll never find another bass just like it. Anyone want to give opinions?View attachment 2978448
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You answered your own question you said it feels good in your hands and you like the tone, that would be a winner in my book. I never played one myself, but I seen many favorable you tube reviews :)
 
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rtslinger said:
You answered your own question you said it feels good in your hands and you like the tone, that would be a winner in my book. I never played one myself, but I seen many favorable you tube reviews :)
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Hey I appreciate the insight! Honestly I'm already close to 90% certain that I'm getting it. It's really just a matter of making my case to la madre at this point, tbh. And it's not like it's her money, either. Plus there's the 2-week trial period, and it's not like this is going to ruin my finances either sooooooo I say why not?
 
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The only time you should buy while the iron is hot is if you want hot iron.
Otherwise allow the iron to cool before buying. :D

Seriously though, if you have it bad for that bass, go for it. You will either be really glad you got it, or you will receive a good lesson in the (sometimes) deceptive nature of GAS. Either way it’s all part of your continuing education as a keeper of the low end. Your journey may not always be fun but it will always be educational as it applies to your bass experience.
 
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