I think the Fender Mexican Deluxe series from around 2016 are well worth a look. I’ve had a few of them (!) and they are very nice. Satin necks, contoured heel, PJ pickups and active/passive at the flick of a switch. Should be in your price range too.
If I was looking for a new combo, I would buy this.
All the great Markbass controls, PLUS mute, aux in and headphones!
Why don’t MB include these on all their amps / heads?
GLWTS.
I used to have a set of TIs on my Jazz but changed them for a set of La Bella Low Tension Flats, a very nice combination imho and one I will stick with.
I was able to loosen the truss rod a smidge with the LFTs too.......
This bass looks amazing, GLWTS.