Old Horse Murphy Posted August 21, 2007 Share Posted August 21, 2007 Due to a number of the songs we're adding to our repetoire, I am seriously thinking baout investing in a 5 string (it will probably be at the expense of my Bongo, but I'm not sure yet). The basses I'm considering are either a Fender Jazz V or the Stingray 5 string. I had a DJ4 and didn't find that too comfortable, so I'd be interested to hear what people's recommendations are. Also, if anyone has a 5 stringer that they would considering swapping, P/Xing (whatever) for my Bongo, please let me know. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OutToPlayJazz Posted August 21, 2007 Share Posted August 21, 2007 Fender MIM Jazz - Thinner neck than the USA and often better finished as well. The Deluxe in candy apple red looks nice with the active circuit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wil Posted August 21, 2007 Share Posted August 21, 2007 I'd consider the Status 5 string in the for sale section as a great first 5er if I were you. My Status 5s are more comfortable than P bass necks to me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OutToPlayJazz Posted August 21, 2007 Share Posted August 21, 2007 Yes, I was looking at that Energy artist this morning... Looks lovely for the money, especially as it has a new Graphite neck on it, too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OutToPlayJazz Posted August 21, 2007 Share Posted August 21, 2007 Yes, I was looking at that Energy artist this morning... Looks lovely for the money, especially as it has a new Graphite neck on it, too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris_b Posted August 21, 2007 Share Posted August 21, 2007 [quote name='Old Horse Murphy' post='48156' date='Aug 21 2007, 08:55 AM']..... if anyone has a 5 stringer that they would considering swapping, P/Xing (whatever) for my Bongo, please let me know.[/quote] Hi, I have a Musicman Stingray 5, maple neck, tobacco burst, in very good condition, which I would like to sell. I'm not looking for px as I have too much gear already. Cheers. Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silverfoxnik Posted August 21, 2007 Share Posted August 21, 2007 [quote name='Old Horse Murphy' post='48156' date='Aug 21 2007, 08:55 AM']Due to a number of the songs we're adding to our repetoire, I am seriously thinking baout investing in a 5 string (it will probably be at the expense of my Bongo, but I'm not sure yet). The basses I'm considering are either a Fender Jazz V or the Stingray 5 string. I had a DJ4 and didn't find that too comfortable, so I'd be interested to hear what people's recommendations are. Also, if anyone has a 5 stringer that they would considering swapping, P/Xing (whatever) for my Bongo, please let me know. Thanks[/quote] Hi OHM, Here's a link to my Musicman Sub 5 that is in the For sale forum: [url="http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=4471"]Musicman Sub 5 For Sale[/url] It's a great bass which is surplus to my requirements now as I have just acquired a Lakland DJ5 to go for a more passive, vintage jazz bass sound. But if you like the MM Bongo sound, then this might be for you as it has a specially designed John East active circuit that emulates the classic Stingray 4 sound but also has also has a sweepable mid e.q. control for further tonal flexibility! Nik Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hit&Run Posted August 21, 2007 Share Posted August 21, 2007 [quote name='silverfoxnik' post='48289' date='Aug 21 2007, 01:21 PM']Hi OHM, Here's a link to my Musicman Sub 5 that is in the For sale forum: [url="http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=4471"]Musicman Sub 5 For Sale[/url] It's a great bass which is surplus to my requirements now as I have just acquired a Lakland DJ5 to go for a more passive, vintage jazz bass sound. But if you like the MM Bongo sound, then this might be for you as it has a specially designed John East active circuit that emulates the classic Stingray 4 sound but also has also has a sweepable mid e.q. control for further tonal flexibility! Nik[/quote] That Sub 5 looks flipping sweet! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Horse Murphy Posted August 21, 2007 Author Share Posted August 21, 2007 Funnily enough, I've just ordered the East Eq to fit to one of my Stingrays. I suppose the only issue I have with the Sub (and no offence meant) is that I've played a few in the past and found that they vary considerably in quality. Same as most basses I guess and if I had the time at the moment, I'd certainly try it out. I'm very glad to hear that I made the right choice in Eq though!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silverfoxnik Posted August 21, 2007 Share Posted August 21, 2007 [quote name='Old Horse Murphy' post='48457' date='Aug 21 2007, 05:55 PM']Funnily enough, I've just ordered the East Eq to fit to one of my Stingrays. I suppose the only issue I have with the Sub (and no offence meant) is that I've played a few in the past and found that they vary considerably in quality. Same as most basses I guess and if I had the time at the moment, I'd certainly try it out. I'm very glad to hear that I made the right choice in Eq though!![/quote] The Eq is good, definitely. And yes, same make/model basses can vary so much it's incredible. At the Bash on Saturday, there were two USA G&L 5 strings and they sounded very different and felt very different to play. Can't comment on Subs as I've only ever owned this one, which is good! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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