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Understanding why

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Canaanmp

Jan 3, 2019
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I have not played in 20 years and am looking to start again. Unfortunately I sold all my gear. I picked up a Ibanez SR 300e. But I don’t not like the way it plays. I played a cheap Cory bass a few years back and it was the smoothest easiest bass I have ever played. I used to play a tic 4001 and Heartfield Prophecy3. Nothing I have played matched the easy of the cheap Cort. What’s the deal?
I am looking at getting a short scale due to wrist issues but I found something as easy to play I could stay standard scale.
 
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...or you could play short scale. The stigma of short scale basses from 20 years ago is nearly dead. They sound great and none of us are getting any younger.

But don't let that prevent you from playing full scale, if that's more comfortable.

Try out some basses and see what you like.
 
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Under 5 right now. That’s the catch you can get good full scales used for that. Not as much on the SS. I think I’m just going to get a talman or a jag. And play it for now until I get my chops back. My main concern is ease of fingering. My left hand and wrist are a bit messed up. I don’t have full strength or range of motion.
 
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I used to have a Squier Jag SS. I gave it to my nephew. Super thin neck. Mine was really light. It was pretty well made and played great. Bridge pup was basically useless.

I haven't played the Ibanez.

Mustang PJ is a sweet bass too.
 
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If it's good to ya, it's got to be good for ya!


These are fun-

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Do you have any preference for nut width? Pick-up configuration? Is weight a factor? Or do you just want a decent bass that looks cool?

If you're buying new then anything from any of the major "good" brands will be ok. Basses are made with CNC machines these days, and the consumer gets a high dollar/quality ratio. Musicians Friend and Sweetwater have a no-hassle return policy if you get a dud.
 
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I’m not too concerned how it looks as long as it’s not goofy 80 metal or Something too odd. As far as pickup config. They all have there place or they wouldn’t make them. I do prefer more classic tones opposed to modern. I like the active capabilities but some of the modern tone is a bit too sterile sometimes.
 
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neo 7 said:
I used to have a Squier Jag SS. I gave it to my nephew. Super thin neck. Mine was really light. It was pretty well made and played great.
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My Jag Short Scale is easily the best value instrument I've owned in 30 years of guitar and bass. I won't ever sell it as i'd get very little for it and, even though I've got two very nice full scales these days that get nearly all of the playing time, it blows me away how good it is every time I pick it up. Yes, the bridge J pickup is a bit weak but the neck P pickup is excellent. If a thin narrow neck appeals to you you'll probably like it.

Grab one second hand and if it doesn't suit you you'll lose very little if anything on resale.

I also agree that the Cort's are excellent value for money too.
 
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