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[quote name='Stu-khag' post='930680' date='Aug 20 2010, 10:38 AM']hey peeps, what's peoples thoughts on this? I've always wanted a bass vi but alas they are way out of my budget. I'm quite tempted by it [url="http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Danelectro-Custom-6-String-Bass-Guitar-Fender-VI-Jaguar-/150479800075?pt=UK_Musical_Instruments_Guitars_CV"]http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Danelectro-Custom-6-...ents_Guitars_CV[/url][/quote] Would rather have this [url="http://www.rondomusic.com/argustoaskbk.html"]http://www.rondomusic.com/argustoaskbk.html[/url] Much more like a VI with the whammy bar. Plus they seem to get a lot of great reviews.

Although it cant be added to the pole, here's my recently acquired bargain Status Washburn S-1000. The pics are crappy 'cus I took them on my mac's icam in the living room (i'm lazy and couldn't be bothered getting out my proper camera). Anyways, its a pretty good example and once my new set of double-ball ends arrive from Rob i'll be putting it in for a much needed setup. Glad to hear you're enjoying the Status too Jez. [attachment=57037:Photo_5.jpg] [attachment=57035:Photo_3.jpg] [attachment=57036:Photo_4.jpg]

As per my profile pic.... I've got a 2008 Midnight Blue 4003. Q/C is not an issue on mine, the finish, setup and construction was all top notch. The bass is absolutely stunning but just to echo other people's opinions it ain't for everyone. I think some said earlier that they were marmite basses - that's a pretty accurate description IMHO. Mine has all the ususal design quirks. The neck is huge - like a baseball bat, the body binding digs into my wrist after a while of playing and mine weighs a fecking tonne. Then there's the sound....oooh the sound. It's incredible and much more versatile than people think! In many respects there is a bit left to be desired with the design quirks but I love mine in spite of those things. It really is a bass that makes you work for its love but once you get there it'll be all over you like a sexy beast!

No space on the poll for my Washburn Status Series 1000? Great bass. Great looks...and after a setup, great playability. All for a bargain basement price. Doesnt half weigh a tonne though.

[quote name='Fat Rich' post='928596' date='Aug 18 2010, 01:20 PM']New Hiscox case from Status is £68 and available from their on line shop if you can't find one anywhere else.[/quote] Yeah I know they do one but it fits headed and headless Statii. I'd prefer in the first place to get one for a headless (more portable) but its good to know that failing that there is another option. Cheers CP

Having sold my Eclipse 4 string to Jez over the weekend I managed to pick up a bargain 84 Washburn/Status S1000 in transparent red. Needs a little bit of a setup and the pots cleaned but it's great! I'm a big fan of the S-2 shape and to get the aesthetic for not a lot of cash was fantastic. I really need to find a Washburn or Status H/C for it now...easier said than done I reckon. Pics to follow...

[quote name='1976fenderhead' post='925019' date='Aug 14 2010, 05:17 PM']Meaning, something that could replicate the bass micro synth fairly well? And how's the tracking?[/quote] I have one. The answer is no. To my ears the filters/synths are the weakest part of the pedal for bass.

[quote name='Bassassin' post='924711' date='Aug 14 2010, 10:22 AM']This one? A bit better but it still looks like a 3rd year woodwork project. J.[/quote] Oh god. Thats hideous.

Jez is a top guy. Popped round and took my Status bass off my hands. Great guy to chat to and have a laugh with. Totally genuine, I couldn't recommend him higher.

What about a Sterling by Musicman SB14? It has a great range of tones via the active eq and phantom coil plus its got a thinner profile neck which is more like a Jazz bass. Another great alternative would be the Fender Marcus Miller Jazz.

[quote name='Mykesbass' post='919016' date='Aug 8 2010, 08:20 PM']Just in case anyone's interested - not mine BTW [url="http://brighton.gumtree.com/brighton/42/63567642.html"]http://brighton.gumtree.com/brighton/42/63567642.html[/url][/quote] Nice but too expensive. If it has an original HC (BTW the purple lined hard case is less desirable than the red lined one - this will be a later model i'd think) and is in pretty mint condition go £600 or so for a G-3.

+1 on that Spector, looks lovely and a lot of bass for the money. Also the T-40 idea is a good one, a fantastic bass with a twist on classic design. What about a second hand Warwick Corvette Standard. Maybe that would be a bit out price range though? FWIW The CVs are very nice too. With the current market you'll currently have a lot of choice in the sub £300 price range. Best advice, scout around, play everything you can and try and get a good used deal (on BC of course). Happy hunting. Chris