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To Elrick or not to Elrick

BassoNova74

BassoNova74

Mar 15, 2005
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Santa Cruz , CA
#1
Hey everyone
I’m really intrigued by Elrick Basses but have never had a chance to play them. Would some of you who have owned one be so kind and share your experience in terms of playability, tone, versatility etc. I’ve been scouting shops in the SF Bay Area for them so I could try one , but no such luck.
My main bass is 74 Jazz and a Pedulla ET 5 Thunderbass. I don’t really have any experience with other high end basses. I play funk, fusion and jazz with a little Monday night Blues to keep it groovy. I’m looking to add a 4 String that can cover the spectrum.
Thanks in advance for sharing your bassabilities.
 
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BassoNova74 said:
Hey everyone
I’m really intrigued by Elrick Basses but have never had a chance to play them. Would some of you who have owned one be so kind and share your experience in terms of playability, tone, versatility etc. I’ve been scouting shops in the SF Bay Area for them so I could try one , but no such luck.
My main bass is 74 Jazz and a Pedulla ET 5 Thunderbass. I don’t really have any experience with other high end basses. I play funk, fusion and jazz with a little Monday night Blues to keep it groovy. I’m looking to add a 4 String that can cover the spectrum.
Thanks in advance for sharing your bassabilities.
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Just bought a second hand Expat Evo 4 ... fit and finish are great, super light-weight, very thick slab of good wenge as fretboard, made in USA Bartolini electronics .. I like this bass ... much better spent money than, for example, those one may throw into the purchase of a Fender American Elite jazz bass ... one thing however I still have to understand is how to maximise the volume output based on how the preamp tone controls are set ..
 
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I have owned two, a four and a five string, both made in Chicago.
They both had superior playability and superb craftsmanship. It’s pretty cool to know that at least for the US models there is one guy building your bass from start to finish. The tone from the Bartolinis and pre-amp is super organic and rich. Also, the Basses generally come in at a very light weight. If there is only one downside, it’s if you decide to sell. They don’t seem to hold their value like a Fodera or Sadowsky. Great basses tho.
 
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thanks for the input
Well I pulled the trigger and bought a 2018 4 string Gold Series. It's used, but basically like new for almost half the price of a new one. Yes, it seems they don't seem to hold their resale value like MTDs or Fodera but, the bass sure plays as good as one of them as far as I can tell. Who knows maybe that will change in the future. I'm glad I took a chance. I'm really happy, now I'm probably going start looking for a 5er to complete the family .....
 
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BassoNova74 said:
thanks for the input
Well I pulled the trigger and bought a 2018 4 string Gold Series. It's used, but basically like new for almost half the price of a new one. Yes, it seems they don't seem to hold their resale value like MTDs or Fodera but, the bass sure plays as good as one of them as far as I can tell. Who knows maybe that will change in the future. I'm glad I took a chance. I'm really happy, now I'm probably going start looking for a 5er to complete the family .....
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Do you still have it? Do you still love it?
 

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