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Steinberger Megathread
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The extender move the strap pin from the neck heel, up to about the 14th fret. Gives better balance and positions the bass more sensibly on your body. Stock, and standing, it's too far to the left.
Ahhh....gotcha..
Now, the tough choice...I don't know which steiny i want..
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I've heard Steinbergers played and they sound pretty nice and they're supposedly uber-light, but i would never, ever buy one. Sorry, but those things look U-G-L-Y, lol. A headstock is like a bass makers signature, just by looking at it you can tell the company or individual who made and sometimes even the bass itself.so, yea...
/rant off
/rant off
I prefer the XT's.
If you want a full bodied headless, look at the Washburn Status 1000 basses. Excellent hardware (much better than the Spirits) and pickups and very solidly made. I've got one of these too.
http://statii.com/status_cats/flyers/washburn_status/cat_1990washburn_page10.jpg
The lower one.
You'll need to hunt ebay or the classified. Should be a similar-ish price
to a Spirit.
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Ignore the scale comment; it's definitely 34".
If you want a full bodied headless, look at the Washburn Status 1000 basses. Excellent hardware (much better than the Spirits) and pickups and very solidly made. I've got one of these too.
http://statii.com/status_cats/flyers/washburn_status/cat_1990washburn_page10.jpg
The lower one.
You'll need to hunt ebay or the classified. Should be a similar-ish price
to a Spirit.
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Ignore the scale comment; it's definitely 34".
Nope. My XL is near 10lbs with boomerang, and the Hohners are near that too. Very, very solid.
I feel exactly the opposite way about headstocks and if I see a headless bass there's only a couple of manufacturers it might be.
Perhaps the newer wooden ones are, but the original L- and XL-series basses are pretty heavy -- mine weighs over 9lbs, more than all of my other basses except for one. The extreme density and rigidity of the one-piece composite construction gives it a tone unlike any other bass (including Modulus). The newer wooden Steinbergers may be light, but the original body design was adopted for manufacturing and weight reasons, as well as symbolizing the revolutionary design (first all-composite bass). The wooden ones came later, as a result of demand for a cheaper version with the same looks (the composite ones were pretty expensive due to the manufacturing process).
Then don't. Why should we care?
This isn't a thread asking for people's opinions about the looks. Coming here and posting that makes you a troll. Insulting other people's gear or taste in gear doesn't really accomplish anything.
I'd have to say that the headless look of the Steinberger, whether you like it or not, is obviously one of the most unique and recognizable aspects of the bass. Sure, many makers started imitating the looks later on, but you know what they say about imitation and flattery.
I have no personal experience to comment, but a search here on Synapse should bring up some useful info, as would joining the Yahoo Steinberger group.
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Best of luck and if you get one, pics, clips and impressions are mandatory.
In this case I'd go with the XT-2, which is great because if you decide to or have to go in another direction, this could back you up as a travel bass.
I'd have to say that the headless look of the Steinberger, whether you like it or not, is obviously one of the most unique and recognizable aspects of the bass. Sure, many makers started imitating the looks later on, but you know what they say about imitation and flattery.[/QUOTE]
touche, indeed
. As far as the other stuff thats just my personal preference, is all, didn't mean to offend anyone if i did.
touche, indeed
. As far as the other stuff thats just my personal preference, is all, didn't mean to offend anyone if i did.My first "good" bass was a Steinberger, since then I have always had a soft spot in my heart for them.
Here is one of mine:
That looks awesome
touche, indeed
No problem. I'm used to all the '80s jokes, etc..
I've owned my XL-2 since I bought it new nearly 20 years ago, and it was my main bass for 15 of those years. As a result, I've bonded pretty closely with it -- more so than any of my other basses, though it's no longer my #1.I've seen a lot of basses here on TB that I personally thought look pretty fugly, but I try to avoid posting my true feelings on those ones as I don't want to insult someone else's pride and joy.
Different strokes for different folks, I guess. It's a good thing there are so many types of basses out there -- something for everyone.And a big +1 to lowrez's red 'berger being awesome. WOW.
Back in the 80's there was an interesting story on PBS about Ned and the struggles he faced trying to bring the Steinberger to market. It has made it's way to youtube and can be found here (in six parts). I thought you guys might like to check it out, it may give you a lot more appreciation for what it took to bring his design to reality...
Steinberger - PBS On Key , Part 1
Steinberger - PBS On Key , Part 2
Steinberger - PBS On Key , Part 3
Steinberger - PBS On Key , Part 4
Steinberger - PBS On Key , Part 5
Steinberger - PBS On Key , Part 6
- Ugly.
Steinberger - PBS On Key , Part 1
Steinberger - PBS On Key , Part 2
Steinberger - PBS On Key , Part 3
Steinberger - PBS On Key , Part 4
Steinberger - PBS On Key , Part 5
Steinberger - PBS On Key , Part 6
- Ugly.
Just for fun (and 'cos this thread could use another picture 
), can anyone guess which celebrity this tasty XL2 currently belongs to (it's not me, BTW 
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Thanks so much for that. It really gives you a sense of the uphill battle Ned faced in getting his instrument produced, and makes me appreciate my XL-2 all the more.
The only downside is that now I'm GAS-ing for a bass Trans-trem. I've never been interested in bass tremolos, but it's really cool being able to lock the whole instrument into a different key with a flick of the wrist, and not needing a capo.
IMO, Ned is right up there with the best names in luthiers in terms of the genius of his designs.
Absolutely. There have been three real bass guitar innovators: Leo Fender, Ron Wickersham / Rick Turner and Ned Steinberger.
It looks like there is one up on ebay right now: Link Removed
something about this bass doesn't scream "stock". but the trem probably is worth snagging.
There's a flamed blue XS-15FPA on eBay right now with a little over 7 hours left on the bidding... Right now there's only one bid of $560.
http://cgi.ebay.com/Steinberger-Syn...oryZ4713QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
I purchased a flamed red Synapse from TB'er RG last week. I'll post my comments on it after I've had a chance to play it on a gig or two. I also have a Hohner B2AV on the way.
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