Which 5 string bass?

[PSPookie]

$1,000 will get you a lot of bass in the used market.

+1 quintillion

Hit up the TB classifieds and see what you like. I have rotated through several nice 5ers this way (see profile) and most were under $1k.

 

[FunkMetalBass]

These threads always looks the same -- everyone just posts what they like!

And it's always:

Lakland 55##
Stingray 5
Fender 5er

There's so little creativity among bassists these days. Let's move away from Leo Fender designs for a second.

For $1,000, I'd see what Tom Clement can do for you. Or a used Carvin. Or, if you're lucky, a used Spector Euro 5.

 

[yawametoo]

I think a great 5-String bass for the money is a mid-price range ibanez.

I personally own a Ibanez SR755 5-String and it is just great. The Bartolini pickups sound great with a lot of punch and the neck is thin and smooth playing.

 

[Thunderthumbs73]

These threads always looks the same -- everyone just posts what they like!

Yes, and I feel like I'm often the only one who *never* recommends a particular brand/make/model, for that exact reason. Which is why I only suggest how one individual should find the right instrument for him/herself.