Blondino Posted April 4, 2012 Author Posted April 4, 2012 I used to have a Yamaha TRB 6 string. Best looking and sounding bass I've owned, but I suffered from all manner of neck and shoulder problems from playing with a tree around my neck. Are the 5 strings not relatively heavy too? Quote
markstuk Posted April 4, 2012 Posted April 4, 2012 You could always take a look at a s/h Dingwall ABZ :-) Light, has a 35 inch string somewhere as well :-) Quote
Blondino Posted April 4, 2012 Author Posted April 4, 2012 [quote name='markstuk' timestamp='1333531365' post='1602848'] You could always take a look at a s/h Dingwall ABZ :-) Light, has a 35 inch string somewhere as well :-) [/quote] Have been toying with that idea for a while. Great looks and amazing tone. I just wonder if my girly hands can cope really with all that stretching on the bottom strings Quote
markstuk Posted April 4, 2012 Posted April 4, 2012 I presume the Bass Gallery is not a million miles from you? [quote name='Blondino' timestamp='1333531738' post='1602856'] Have been toying with that idea for a while. Great looks and amazing tone. I just wonder if my girly hands can cope really with all that stretching on the bottom strings [/quote] Quote
Truckstop Posted April 4, 2012 Posted April 4, 2012 God, how long's a piece of string? Personally, I'd go for a 5 string P with a P-Retro. If I were you, I'd go out and try as many as possible. Seems you're restricting yourself with a 35" scale length, when really the reach depends on how long the top horn is and where the strap buttons are. If you're after a 35" because of the tone, you'd be amazed at how different luthiers are creating spectacular 5ers with great B's on even 32" scale! I'd put an ad out asking for BCers in your area if you could come round and try their basses. Then you might get a better idea of what you'd like! Or rather, what you don't like. Personally, I'd try and grab a Roscoe with that sort of budget. Not traditional looking, but certainly not too over the top. Great tone, tend to be fairly lightweight and they are just so comfy! I prefer the looks of the SKB's, but the Century stds are pretty special too! Maybe email Mark @ Bassdirect and ask if you can go to Leamington and try some shizzle out? He's a very helpful guy and will be able to point you in the right direction. Truckstop Quote
Blondino Posted April 4, 2012 Author Posted April 4, 2012 [quote name='markstuk' timestamp='1333532020' post='1602863'] I presume the Bass Gallery is not a million miles from you? [/quote] They're not, but I get a weird vibe from that shop. I think it stems from the time when I walked in with a normal guitar. Ever since they've looked at me like some kind of charlatan. [quote name='Truckstop' timestamp='1333532153' post='1602866'] Personally, I'd try and grab a Roscoe with that sort of budget. Not traditional looking, but certainly not too over the top. Great tone, tend to be fairly lightweight and they are just so comfy! I prefer the looks of the SKB's, but the Century stds are pretty special too! Maybe email Mark @ Bassdirect and ask if you can go to Leamington and try some shizzle out? He's a very helpful guy and will be able to point you in the right direction. [/quote] I've heard a lot of good things about Roscoes. Seems like my options are gradually being whittled down. i.e. Arrange a trip to Bass Direct. Thanks for all the info. Quote
markstuk Posted April 4, 2012 Posted April 4, 2012 Yup, if you come up this way Mark is a good guy.. I only live 15 mins drive from BD :-) I suspect you won't find a wider range of fivers in the UK.. Quote
tauzero Posted April 4, 2012 Posted April 4, 2012 If you're about to head off to Bass Direct, make sure Mark is back off his hols first (think he's away till the 10th). Quote
discreet Posted April 4, 2012 Posted April 4, 2012 (edited) [quote name='markstuk' timestamp='1333531365' post='1602848'] You could always take a look at a s/h Dingwall ABZ :-) Light, has a 35 inch string somewhere as well :-) [/quote] This. Best 5er I've played recently is the Dingwall Super J. Loads of tones, fanned frets make it easy to play and it's very light. Build quality second to none, too. May stretch your budget a little, but very worth it! Edited April 4, 2012 by discreet Quote
Mog Posted April 4, 2012 Posted April 4, 2012 I think the European Spectors are within your budget. They'll give you exactly what you're looking for. Quote
Houtoe Posted April 5, 2012 Posted April 5, 2012 Id give another shoutout to Sandberg TM5, the sandbergs are awsome basses, I got a TT (Jazz Bass) and the TM is the Jazz / MM combo Well worth the money and you can get a brand new one for less than your top end! Quote
kjb Posted April 5, 2012 Posted April 5, 2012 (edited) Definitely go for a used bass, you'll get far more bass for your money. I got my Sei for just about your budget, and I doubt you'll get a better 5 string jazz for the money. The Gallery would be my first port of call. And you really can't find a better selection than the used section on here. There's a nice sadowsky for sale at the moment. Edited April 9, 2012 by kjb Quote
51m0n Posted April 5, 2012 Posted April 5, 2012 Another +1 for a Roscoe here. Mine is one of the lightest basses I've ever picked up, looks fabulous, but not daft, has gorgeous tones, and plays like a dream. Whats not to like? Quote
leftybassman392 Posted April 5, 2012 Posted April 5, 2012 [quote name='tauzero' timestamp='1333547857' post='1603328'] If you're about to head off to Bass Direct, make sure Mark is back off his hols first (think he's away till the 10th). [/quote] Yup. Opens again on Wed 11th. Quote
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