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Which bass should I get?? Thread No. 5349920222332

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twdavis13

Dec 14, 2008
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#1
I'll make it real short and simple, because I feel like a moron posting these types of threads, but here goes:hiding:

For being in a 3 piece band where the bass will be very upfront, I want to have a rocking sound that is very deep and low, but kind of has some high end grit or sparkle to it.

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#6
What's funny is that I think the Iceman looks less sucky....

Both will most likely give you neck dive issues, because of the non-existent upperhorn. I had a T-bird for a few months, but eventually got sick of having to support it (had to deal with the dive even with a good grippy strap...it would just pull my shirt further off my shoulder).
 
#12
A Gene Simmons Axe.






No seriously, find one that is best for you. If you want low end grunt but with some sparkle, Spector might be your best choice. That or Schecter (if you really want to switch out the pickups; personally I find the EMG-HZs to be fine for what they are). Ibanez SRs and SRXs are also good candidates.

Or you can go with a Jazz or Precision. If you are going for a Jazz, try out the Jazz 24. I played one and I found it awesome.
 
#14
Of those two, I'd go for the Iceman, although they're both very cool basses.

My own choice for that sort of sound requirement and band environment would be a Schecter C-4 Hellraiser or Stiletto Studio 4. Or, you could go really out-there and get a Studio 8! Great for filling out the sound in a 3-piece band.
 
#15
I'd go with the Thunderbird, but only based on looks (I love Icemans too).

They both probably will neck dive. For some people that's a huge problem. For others it's not. Personally, I think it's a bit rude to offer nothing but "Ewww! Neck dive! That's a horrible bass!", 'cause that's simply not the case. It's just a downside of those shapes. (Nobody said those exact words, I know)

I've never played either of those, but based on experience with the companies, I'm going to assume I'd enjoy the feel of the Epiphone more. If the active Iceman is the same as the standard one, the neck is fairly large, and I found it to be a bit slow-feeling. I feel that way about a lot of satin neck basses until they're "broken-in", though.

Given your description, though, I think the Ibanez might be a better choice in sound. Again, just based on experience with the companies, and not those actual basses.
 
#16
I'm no expert on what to get, but the Thunderbird is a good looking guitar. In searching around, I've become an Ibanez fan. Go figure.

The Thunderbird is a decent sized bass with a 1.75" width at the nut. My Vega is a little less than that, and I'm searching for something a little thinner. Again, personal preference.

Go play both, see what they do for you and pick it up.
 
#19
if its those 2,get the t bird,the iceman is more of an aesthetic kind of bass,its just like the jtk but with different pickups,the new t bird is way better,its way more solid with bettere electronics,but modification is usually a must,im looking into an iceman myself but that just because im stubborn but dont be like me buy the better bass
 

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