From my experience you could probably have a genuine custom bass built by one of the many fine luthiers here for less than you'd pay for a CS from most "name" builders.
Check the Build Diaries thread for inspiration.
New bass arrived earlier. In the gig bag there was a set of used strings - round would with red silks. They look alright but no guarantees.
Free to whoever....
GONE!!
I have two....stupidly priced for what you get. Amazing tonal range, great necks, really nice balance - like many Yamahas, a lot of bass for nut many pennies.
I think the only signature bass I've owned was a Marcus Miller sire - because he actually uses them.
Whenever I watch a Scott Devine video I'm disappointed when he doesn't use his sig Overwater.