Trussart Steelcaster

[VarlotTheHarlot]

Discuss!

I've checked, there hasn't been a thread in a while.

So, what's the opinion on these basses? Like the look/idea?

Anyone played one or even own one?

What's the tone like from a metal bass? (Get your best bass for metal jokes in here)

I think they are stunning looking bass'. I'd love to own one, but for 5-6k I'd definitely be in trouble!

Maybe one day

 

[eloann]

I have a Loïc Le Pape, which is incidentally for sale

The tone is solid with singing non-harsh overtones - I should make samples some day. No noise at all from single coils since the whole body is shielding. Not the lightest nor the heaviest bass around at ~4.4kg.

 

[nukes_da_bass]

Weight will be an issue. Metal can produce decent tone just ask regal and dobro- but those are hollow and still weigh a ton!

 

[VarlotTheHarlot]

But I bet we aren't in the same country eloan.

Also I'm not allowed to buy a new bass this month

She's nice though.

 

[TheAnalogKid]

I'm glad I didn't start a new thread on this particular bass. I found one whilst browsing this store's used inventory:

http://www.bassnw.com/Kebos Bass Works/kb_james_trussart_2005_steelcaster_bass_05016.htm

3 large and it's yours!

 

[bottomend!]

I tried out a few of these basses at the recent NAMM show. Very impressive feel overall ( on the heavy side of course!)and great sounding as well (what I could hear in the mayhem that is NAMM, that is). The shop is located about 1/2 mile from my house so I've got to get over there and give 'em a real audition...

 

[faivy]

I own and play a Rusty Steelcaster. It is the only Active bass I own. P/J config. The weight isn't bad and the sound and playability is excellent. Mine has a bound neck. I'm not sure why he does not do that too often. Well worth 3K compared to other custom builds.