I am a guitar player, and have been wanting a 5 string bass. I played a little in college, and recently decided to get a bass for my home studio. After playing an older, beat up MIA Jazz 5 I found on Craigslist, I decided to do some research...and I found this site.
The reviews and depth of info here on TalkBass have been very helpful in my search for a bass/gear. So thanks to all!
Earlier this month, I bought a Cort Elrick 5 string that was on closeout and well priced. The bass, nice gigbag, and shipping were $525. I almost bought a Skyline 55-01, but the Cort was a good deal for a new bass. The Cort Elrick sounds great unpluged, but it requires a good setup. The thin neck scares me. I am still searching for the right preamp, as I will mainly go direct. I still have my eye on a fretless 55-01, but have to pace my GAS.
Thanks again to all,
ProgLuv
The reviews and depth of info here on TalkBass have been very helpful in my search for a bass/gear. So thanks to all!
Earlier this month, I bought a Cort Elrick 5 string that was on closeout and well priced. The bass, nice gigbag, and shipping were $525. I almost bought a Skyline 55-01, but the Cort was a good deal for a new bass. The Cort Elrick sounds great unpluged, but it requires a good setup. The thin neck scares me. I am still searching for the right preamp, as I will mainly go direct. I still have my eye on a fretless 55-01, but have to pace my GAS.
Thanks again to all,
ProgLuv
