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Thanks for all the advice guys. Looks like I really need to check out a Stingray HH to get closest to what i'm looking for.

[quote name='Grand Wazoo' timestamp='1320302808' post='1424950'] The 25th HSS is a very nice and versatile bass, I loved mine. To be honest with all the pickup combinations at your disposal you'd find it hard to get a bad sound out f it, both in passive or active mode.Try every pickup solo and it's like having lots of basses in one instrument. My only negative point on the 25th was its weight, mine was 10.8lbs which you'd feel it when you'd be playing a long set standing up, which is a shame because playing it in a sitting position was a real pleasure. [/quote] Thanks for this. My existing 4 string basses (jazz deluxe & stingray 4H) are very light and well balanced and are a real pleasure to play on a long set (especially the Jazz). My main bass for a few years before I got hold of these 2 was a Yamaha TRB5PII which is heavy by comparison. Beautiful bass though with a tone to die for and the build quality is rock solid. This bass by necessity should only be used with a good quality wide strap and that really helps the weight to disappear - in fact you feel the weight more when taking it off and putting it on its stand. I suppose what i'm trying to say is that it's all about compromise and making the bass work for you. If weight is the only negative factor then it's something I can put up with. That said - none of us are getting any younger....

[quote name='swanbrook' timestamp='1320272836' post='1424797'] Have to say they are a pretty amazing bass. If you get the chance try the HH too before you buy. I never spent much time on the neck PU. However others love it, just worth checking them both out if you can [/quote] Hi Swanbrook - thanks for the advice - much appreciated I must admit i've not had a chance to try an HH but i've always fancied the flexibility that either the HSS or an HH seem to offer. I currently own a Stingray 4H and a Fender Jazz American Deluxe. I'm always torn between which one to take with me on a gig as I love the sounds that both give. One bass to do both would be my ideal.

Arrrrrrrrgggggggg!!!!!!! Want one sooooooo bad! [url="http://bassemporium.com/blog/?cat=7"]http://bassemporium.com/blog/?cat=7[/url]

Hi all, i've just sold a Fender Precision to Hutton and I have no hesitation in stating that I could not have hoped for a more pleasant transaction. I have found him to be 100% honest and he delivers on his promises. The communication has been everything that you could hope for with timely, clear messages being received both through basschat and over the phone He is also a really nice genuine guy. If any of you find yourself dealing with Hutton in the future, please be assured that you are dealing with a true gent. Thanks Hutton and good luck for the future. Andy.

Thanks for all the suggestions so far. Lots here that i'd never really considered. I feel some in-depth research is on order.

Folks, sorry about the topic title looking for some help. I currently own 3 basses (jazz, precision and stingray - JPS). I play in a covers band and each of these basses sits in nicely with the band. Each one has its own individual tone (the jazz has a great all round sound, the Stingray adds some bite and has a great slap tone and the precision adds depth. Which bass I take to each rehersal/gig however depends upon my mood at the time. It would be nice to be able to get all three tones throughout the couse of a gig with just one bass. I'm not taking all three basses out with me as: [list=1] [*]I can't be arsed lugging 3 basses around and [*]i'd look a bit of a tw@ changing basses through a set to get the 'right' tone [/list] So I was thinking, is there a bass out there that can give me all three tones that I can tweak to suit i.e. a JPS bass? The material the band plays ranges from Vampire Weekend to Red Hot Chilli Peppers along with all sorts inbetween (Green Day, Stereophonics, Muse, Killers, Jam). I would like a 'traditional' looking bass - nothing pointy. Doing a bit of research, a stingray 4HH seems to fit the bill, but i've not yet had the opportunity to try one. Are there any 4HH players out there that can tell me if one of these basses would provide the solution? I've tried a couple of Sandbergs which have really nice necks but don't quite hit the spot (for me) as far as the tone is concerned. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks, Andy

[quote name='Grand Wazoo' post='1372490' date='Sep 13 2011, 08:40 PM']Good choice and I agree wholeheartedly, these new American Standard Precision and Jazz basses are superb instruments, the tone, the playability and the feel of the neck is awesome, I was so impressed by them I've had to get both of them. [/quote] Stunning! Some basses just look right. Nuff said!

I never really got precisions. I've been playing for 32 years and had never really felt the need to pick one up let alone play one. I grew up in the era where everybody played them. I guess I just wanted to be different. I currently own a Jazz Deluxe, a Stingray and a Yamaha TRB5PII. Then it happened. 3-4 months ago I got a real GAS for a Precision. Don't know why, it may be an age thing. Anyway, tried a few out and was completly blown away with the new American Standards. The tone, the looks and yes, even the build quality of the new ones is right up there. Maybe that was the reason why everyone was using them, they just work. So, can't justify buying one (i've enough with my current collection) but I really do 'NEED' one. It arrives tomorrow - sunburst with a maple board

Just replaced the pickguard on my American Jazz Deluxe from the original off white to tort. Now (IMO) it looks as good as it plays Thoughts? [attachment=89264:jazz_002.jpg] [attachment=89265:jazz_005.jpg]