Black Coffee Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 I have tried to get away from owning half a dozen mid price and cheap basses and relax and get to know one very well. (Also because every room in my house was stuffed with bass stuff and was just ridiculous) I am on a good thing at the minute with my Mike Lull TC5; but is there anything obvious Im missing that simply has all the tools in one bass that isn't gonna cost me £5,000 ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krysh Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 I'd choose my seibass jazz 5, would be half of it if new. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fat Rich Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 The next one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spongebob Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 I've come around to thinking one way....a way that I used to think was 'too obvious'...... Fender J or P. For what I used to spend on one R**********r, I paid for a used P, and a new (old stock, pre-2012) J. I could make do with one, but after having a main bass fail on me, I think a back-up is essential - but either could easily be 'the one' if needs be. Also, having dealt with Fender Customer Services, I can't rate them highly enough. Especially after multiple problems (and no solutions....'they're supposed to be like that....!' with the 'R' brand. [size=4] [/size] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fretmeister Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Generally I prefer 4 strings, but if it was for a 1 bass fits all - then my Marleaux Consat Custom 5. It's just brilliant. Does the back pickup burp really well, and super deep and clear from the neck. Great low B too - and I like light strings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BassTractor Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 (edited) My personal answer to the topic title: Bongo 6-HHp - with two humbuckers, and a piezo in the bridge. Not that I own one. Reading the OP though, the answer becomes a different one. I don't know that anwer. Edited September 2, 2013 by BassTractor Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodinblack Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 My Ibanez SR1000 prestige, but only if I work out where to get replacement pots for it to stop it crackling! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LukeFRC Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 the one that fits in your hand the best- really how it fits in your hand and effects your playing style will make more difference than who made it or what fancy preamp it has in it. If you left me with one bass I would be happy with my ACGed up Warwick SS1 - simply it's my bass, it sounds like I want a bass too, it weighs little and it's fun to play. But I like having a passive fender style kicking around too. BUT - at the end of the day it's not about the price. It's about the bass- does it sound good, play good and you enjoy playing it. I honestly believe that a £200 bass can fit the bill just as well as a £5000 one - (and custom built basses from UK luthiers seem to start at less than the price of a MIA fender too) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigRedX Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 This one: [IMG]http://i114.photobucket.com/albums/n249/BigRedX/DSC02144.jpg[/IMG] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freddy Le Cragg Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 My Jazz is a 300 quid MIM but has never let me down. The neck is perfect and it sounds immense, I have never (and hopefully will never) need another one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RAY AGAINST THE MACHINE Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 My washburn status Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Savage Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Probably a five-string Stingray-type; very happy with the Vintage V96 I'm rocking at the minute but always kinda fancied a SUB. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pinball Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 (edited) Well I guess it should be quite complicated like the Carvin LB70p I used to have or maybe my Esh. I find them a bit tricky to dial in but if I only had one I would suss it out. I would much rather have a couple of complementary basses that I could just pick up and play without thinking too hard. Edited September 2, 2013 by Pinball Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KiOgon Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Fender American Vintage '60 s Jazz, stacked knob 3TS/tort/rosewood, just great - for me - does it all (nearly) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ead Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Defo my ACG Custom fretless. [attachment=142928:ACG final 221212 04.jpg] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlapbassSteve Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 For me it'd be a bareknuckle fight between a decent Fender P and J depending on what I'd be using it for. One of those is all you need, the really important thing is a decent(read: 'blinkin' expensive') amp and a few pedals to shape the tone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blablas Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 This one. The best bass I've got it almost plays itself, and up to now it's one of the best basses I've build. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dad3353 Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 [quote name='bassman344' timestamp='1378136093' post='2196130']If you had to make do with one bass - which would it be?[/quote] My Hofner Verithin [attachment=142932:Front Verithin_Smal.jpg]. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geek99 Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 My p bass - if is comfortable and seems to do everything Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clashcityrocker Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Mm sterling,plays amazing and has such tonal control. Looks good too,and everyone says 'ahhh a stringray' - I like telling then it's actually a sterling Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Horizontalste Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 I had the same thought just after christmas, so I sold a couple, gave one away and now I have a Stingray & a Yamaha Bb. When the basses start to sell again the Stingray will be going. I've he'd plenty but there's something about romancing one bass that I kinda like. Growing old together sort of thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chiliwailer Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 (edited) It's got to be a Fender Precision for me. An amazing solid sound, just plug in and play. Edited September 2, 2013 by Chiliwailer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chiliwailer Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 [quote name='Woodinblack' timestamp='1378141508' post='2196224'] My Ibanez SR1000 prestige, but only if I work out where to get replacement pots for it to stop it crackling! [/quote] ' Just buy some 'Servisol Super 10' spray, open the back spray ont he pot and turn the pots until the crackle goes. Easy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
12stringbassist Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Active: Warwick Steamer Chrome Tone. Passive: Possibly my Ric 4003 FG... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Musicman20 Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Stingray. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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