would you trade a brand new modulus q5 and a geddy lee jazz bass for a sadowsky uv70?

What's the list on the Sadowsky? Is the Modulus really brand new (a Q5 lists over $4k)? Do you have any particular attachment to the Sadowsky? Is the Fender USA or Mexican?

It sounds like a pretty good trade to me, but I'm a Modulus guy to begin with.

 

HI

NO. Just save and get the other bass to compliment the one u have

Rob

 

I would. I personally dont think sadowskys are the 'end all' of basses. They are nice but they are no holy grail; happiness can be found elsewhere. If you want a 5 get it, and the fact that he is throwing in a geddy will keep you happy with a 4 string jazz, and its a great bass too. i really like the modulus bass concept. The necks are nice and the bodies are usually nice looking too. The tone can be nice for my style of music, maybe a little harsh if you're into something calmer.

 

By reading the title I first thought you were trading for the Sadowsky.....Dude...I don't see any reason why not to do that trade...it looks like a perfect deal for you in my eyes. I mean, yeah, it is a Sadowsky, but you are trading for two wonderful instruments, the five string you wanted AND a nice jazz bass to replace your current one....
My vote: Do it

 

Make the trade and spend a little scratch to get the Geddy Lee set up - do it quick before they change their mind.

 

sounds pretty fair.

 

Sounds like a fair deal to me- I'd do it. As said, you'll still have a nice jazz and you get a high end 5'er.

 

Well it seems to me that this is the deal for you.

 

Man, I'd make that trade in a split second ......

 

In one word


YES!

 

Considering I've been having a reacurring dream about myself in a pro band playing a blue Q5 almost every other night, I'd say go for it. Sadowsky's are great basses apparently, but IMO, Modulus dominates, no competetion.

~Ryan

 

I'll drink with ya!

 

I think you just answered your question there. I think there's a difference between having a great bass you like and a bass you really love. It just kinda does something for you, you know? I've thought about selling or trading my jazz bass before, but every time I pick it up I realize that I just love the thing. The Quantum and Geddy sound like they're great basses and even if the money was worth it, there's always that "something more" you have to consider. I totally agree you should keep your UV70 and just save up for a 5er, if it's really something you want to get.

 

Please, for all our sakes, if you think you'll regret it, DO NOT, i repeat, DO NOT trade it. You might never find another one that has quite the same mojo.

 

i wouldnt do it. although i dont have one, i'm a big sadowsky fan. I've been really looking into getting one. I think the look nicer then the q5 and the geddy as well. i really think i'm the only person that hates the geddy bass.. i would take a nice p bass of it anyday

but honestly i would keep the sadowsky, especially since you love it so much are attacted to it.

but hey who am i to tell you what to do.

 

Same here. IMO the Modulus Q-5 has one of the best sounding B-strings available. The Geddy Lee would be icing on the cake.

 

I would make the trade. You are getting a great bass for a great bass and you are getting a very nice bass that can serve the same function as your one great bass. I can understand really loving your bass, but I have traded many basses over the years, and I think I'm at the point where I love what I have while I have it, but I'll make myself at home with whatever comes next.