FinnDave Posted September 15, 2017 Share Posted September 15, 2017 Well, this just turned up! [attachment=253677:IMG_1014.jpg] The result of this: http://basschat.co.uk/topic/311904-a-dangerous-combination/ And I have to say it is a real beaut, both pickups have coil taps (push-pull on the relevant volume control) and the whole thing is just quality. Light, too. Lovely growl down at the business end. I'll play some or all of the first set at tonight's gig with it, I reckon it'll sound even better through the 2x12 with the amp wound up a bit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpondonBassed Posted September 15, 2017 Share Posted September 15, 2017 Congratulations. I wish you every success with it. Set up to your liking and all? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grahambythesea Posted September 15, 2017 Share Posted September 15, 2017 Well there were a lot disparaging remarks about its design when it came out, but I think they are over-reacting. Sure it bears some similarities to other basses but how many well respected basses are based on either the P or the J? There are certain fundamentals that have to be in a design to make it usable. I have been thinking about getting the five string which is at a knock down price at the moment, presumably because it's not selling that well after all the negative criticism. People on Talkbass in the USA seem to like it. Enjoy it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T-Bay Posted September 15, 2017 Share Posted September 15, 2017 I have just managed to resist buying one of these. Just........ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FinnDave Posted September 16, 2017 Author Share Posted September 16, 2017 I took along to tonight's gig (Marlborough, Wiltshire) with the intention it using for a few numbers and then reverting to my trusty Thunderbird. In reality, the Thunderbird never left its case, I played the EB4 for the whole gig. Great sound, fast neck, versatile...I'll be using this one a lot. All I have done since I got it (less than six hours before the gig started) is tune it. I am sure a careful set up will make it even better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clivem Posted September 16, 2017 Share Posted September 16, 2017 I love mine! Got a natural IV. They've taken a little bit of stick for the Tobias body shape with a batwing headstock, but looks ain't everything. They sound huge and the neck is a treat to play, IMHO. The proof is in the pudding, as they say. The fact that you used it for the complete gig and the T'Bird stayed in the case.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FinnDave Posted September 16, 2017 Author Share Posted September 16, 2017 [quote name='clivem' timestamp='1505554874' post='3372749'] I love mine! Got a natural IV. They've taken a little bit of stick for the Tobias body shape with a batwing headstock, but looks ain't everything. They sound huge and the neck is a treat to play, IMHO. The proof is in the pudding, as they say. The fact that you used it for the complete gig and the T'Bird stayed in the case.... [/quote] Just had a message from our drummer saying this is his favourite bass in terms of loss and sound. I'm listening right now to a recording of last night's gig and the bass sound is excellent, not too loud but very clear and defined. Lovely and growly, too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FinnDave Posted September 16, 2017 Author Share Posted September 16, 2017 I've just tried and the EB 4 is a good fit in a standard Hiscox Fender case, so I don't need to buy & store another case. Result! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpondonBassed Posted September 16, 2017 Share Posted September 16, 2017 Sweet. Pretty good for an impulsive buy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skybone Posted September 16, 2017 Share Posted September 16, 2017 Nice bass FinnDave, though I must admit to liking the 2013/14 EB more than the current version. Must check one of these out sometime. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FinnDave Posted September 16, 2017 Author Share Posted September 16, 2017 If you don't like the look of the 2017 model, play one with your eyes closed. I guarantee the feel and sound will win you over! I've got 4 fenders, another Gibson and a couple of Epiphones, and nothing I have comes close to the EB4 for attack, punch and clarity. Those little passing notes and runs we all do that can't be heard come over crystal clear. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clivem Posted September 17, 2017 Share Posted September 17, 2017 [quote name='FinnDave' timestamp='1505589812' post='3373078'] I guarantee the feel and sound will win you over! [/quote] Ssshhhh!!!! It's a pretty well kept secret how good these are and the reason you can pick them up new for £599. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FinnDave Posted September 17, 2017 Author Share Posted September 17, 2017 [quote name='clivem' timestamp='1505634779' post='3373210'] Ssshhhh!!!! It's a pretty well kept secret how good these are and the reason you can pick them up new for £599. [/quote] I don't think any of the doubters will believe me! I've seen the natural finish ones selling for 599, but I preferred the sunburst for 50 quid more. Still a quality US made bass with decent hardware at Fender Mex prices. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rollin Thunder Posted September 18, 2017 Share Posted September 18, 2017 (edited) got one two, really underrated bass, plays like a T bird (a bit) but much comfier and more playable. love mine, standard stock strings on it aren't bad either. [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]i reckon these are keepers and may prove to be a vintage class in a few years, like the original stingrays [/font][/color] Edited September 18, 2017 by Rollin Thunder Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T-Bay Posted September 18, 2017 Share Posted September 18, 2017 Is anywhere doing them on the interest free credit at the moment? Andertons are out of stock. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clivem Posted September 18, 2017 Share Posted September 18, 2017 [quote name='Rollin Thunder' timestamp='1505749155' post='3373997'] standard stock strings on it aren't bad either. [/quote] Someone over at TalkBass suggested that Gibson are now putting [url=http://www.cleartonestrings.com/shop/product/nickel-plated-steel-nps-bass-strings/]Cleartone strings[/url] on the basses from the factory. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FinnDave Posted September 18, 2017 Author Share Posted September 18, 2017 Whatever they are, they are damn good strings. Bit rough on the fingers (compared to my usual D'addario round wound nickels) but that sound!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leroydiamond Posted September 19, 2017 Share Posted September 19, 2017 Where can these be picked up for £599? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rollin Thunder Posted September 19, 2017 Share Posted September 19, 2017 [quote name='clivem' timestamp='1505758824' post='3374121'] Someone over at TalkBass suggested that Gibson are now putting [url="http://www.cleartonestrings.com/shop/product/nickel-plated-steel-nps-bass-strings/"]Cleartone strings[/url] on the basses from the factory. [/quote] I emailed Gibson to ask, and they told me they were stock Gibson strings, but you cant buy them, there just using them up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rollin Thunder Posted September 19, 2017 Share Posted September 19, 2017 [quote name='leroydiamond' timestamp='1505818760' post='3374493'] Where can these be picked up for £599? [/quote] got mine from andertons but think they may have all gone now, think Gak and Pmt may have some at a good price. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clivem Posted September 19, 2017 Share Posted September 19, 2017 [quote name='Rollin Thunder' timestamp='1505822522' post='3374543'] I emailed Gibson to ask, and they told me they were stock Gibson strings, but you cant buy them, there just using them up. [/quote] LOL. Wouldn't be the first time, that something I read on TalkBass turned out to be complete tosh! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clivem Posted September 19, 2017 Share Posted September 19, 2017 [quote name='Rollin Thunder' timestamp='1505822576' post='3374544'] got mine from andertons but think they may have all gone now, think Gak and Pmt may have some at a good price. [/quote] I bought mine from GAK for £599 a couple of months back. They dropped their price to £599 a couple of days after Andertons did the "Epic Deal" video. Not sure how much they are now at GAK. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FinnDave Posted September 19, 2017 Author Share Posted September 19, 2017 I'm guessing the original strings are steels, can anyone conform this? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GregBass Posted September 19, 2017 Share Posted September 19, 2017 GAK have the sunburst at £699 and satin finish at £599 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clivem Posted September 19, 2017 Share Posted September 19, 2017 Best deal on the sunburst right now, appears to be Dawsons..... £629. [url=http://www.dawsons.co.uk/gibson-2017-eb-bass-4-string-t-bass-guitar?prod=110682]GIBSON 2017 EB BASS 4 STRING T BASS GUITAR - SATIN VINTAGE SUNBURST[/url] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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