Been playing both and can't decide...
Warwick Corvette Standard 6 String
Tobias killer B 6 string
Warwick Corvette Standard 6 String
Tobias killer B 6 string
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Tobias(gibson) killer B 6 vs Warwick Corvette 6
- Thread starter funkadelickbass
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Definitely warwick corvette. I heard tobias had a lot of QC problems since they were bought by Gibson. Also, Tobias resale value is even lower than warwick, which is almost impossible. I also think the Corvette will cut through much easier than the Tobias and has a more unique sound. Really killer tone, as all warwicks. Tobias should lighter, have a more traditional neck and generally more comfy to play. But at the end of the day, it's up to you
I'd choose a nice Tobias over the Corvette any day. Now, if we were talking about a Thumb there we might have a different asnwer...
I own(ed) '90 Tobias Renegade, '06 Tobias Killer B 5-string, '07 Tobias Growler, '08 Tobias Classic and none are crappy or have bad builds. There was a time period they were built messed up but not as of late. Warwicks are nicely built to. I have a 2007 LTD Thumb Flamming Blonde.
Ditto. But these produce very different sounds. The B might be slightly more versatile, but it depends what you are intending to play, or else just an addition to a diverse playing field of basses.
I've played both...I love both...
The tobias is one of the best ones I've seen...no OC issues that I have seen on other ones, but part of that could be is the store this one is at takes really good care of all there instruments compared to other in town.
I've played warwicks and love them...I have a 6 string $$ Fretless
I am mostly looking for a bass to replace my sr506 because I want a Fretted 6 that is one the same level of playability as my fretless...the corvette is obvious choice because it would be a similar feel to my current main bass, but at the same time the tobias is just an awesome bass with a great feel and sound.
The tobias is one of the best ones I've seen...no OC issues that I have seen on other ones, but part of that could be is the store this one is at takes really good care of all there instruments compared to other in town.
I've played warwicks and love them...I have a 6 string $$ Fretless
I am mostly looking for a bass to replace my sr506 because I want a Fretted 6 that is one the same level of playability as my fretless...the corvette is obvious choice because it would be a similar feel to my current main bass, but at the same time the tobias is just an awesome bass with a great feel and sound.
I tried a Corvette 6 in 2000 and was able to compare it to a Streamer Stage I 6 I owned at the time. I was impressed by how much bass it was for the money.
I'd rather be burned alive and buried wearing a pink sequined tutu in an open casket than be seen playing a Warwick bass, especially a sixer.
That was helpful. Remind me to seek your opinions on several other subjects.
For the OP, the neck on the tobias is an assymetrical cut, whereas the Warwick sports the much rounder, thicker style that tends to polarize people in terms of feel. I am somewhat suprised that you cannot choose between the two; to me, they are vastly different. I agree that the Warwick will likely cut through a mix with more authority, but the Tobias is very comfortable to play and hardly a one trick pony. Both are solid choices, in my view, so pick the one that ya likes best. Good luck.
If you can't decide, you can't go wrong. I've played both, I like both a great deal, and the Tobias (also a 2006) is the one I actually bought. A close call - I thought the Warwick had a slightly better sound, but the Killer B had a much more comfortable neck and overall balance and played easier. And to my eye, it looked better (solid block of bubinga), and that's important in my weighting of things.
Both are great and you probably can't go wrong with either. If it were me I would go with the Tobias for sure. Better balanced and much nicer neck IMHO.
i have a todias and they arent the best in the world but the one i got i would not trade for any thing in the world the have the biggest bang for the buck unless you ar talking about a $$ buck vette then i would go for that
In that case, I'd go with a tobias, to get something different. And hey! I'm a real wickhead
Unfortunately, I've never had the occasion to play a Tobias, but I had a Warwick for a while and they're without any doubt quality instruments, also really solid...so I voted the Corvette!! 
never liked the warwicks... to chunky of necks for me...
tobias has probably the slimist and most angled neck out there,,, totally different feel...
depending on your budget... id try for a ken smith bolt on 6 string... but they have a larger body than a tobias...
tobias has probably the slimist and most angled neck out there,,, totally different feel...
depending on your budget... id try for a ken smith bolt on 6 string... but they have a larger body than a tobias...
hmmm...didn't think of a smith...how much could I find a used smith bolt on 6 for?
I've played one, amazing, but assumed it was way out reach...
I've played one, amazing, but assumed it was way out reach...
depends on the model and where...
a few always are popping up in the for sale section on this board! even some nice neckthroughs for under 3K!
