itsmedunc Posted October 17, 2014 Share Posted October 17, 2014 (edited) I've been hunting down the 'right' basses for a years now but it seems the hunt is over... I'm sort of involved in two projects which I need different basses for. One is - a bunch of old mates hammering out Clash songs. I hunted for the 'right' P bass for years and eventually realised my JV is the 'one' and I cant fault it. I was using it as a back up bass! It truly is a magnificent instrument. That replaced my 79. I got a really nice Squier tele bass delivered off here today and that is more than adequate for a backup. So, that has replaced the JV. All problems solved. The other project is an originals band that I need at least 22 frets for. This project has gone on since 1987! We hardly ever play but I suppose its grown on me that much that I still keep on going back to it every couple of years! I suppose its part of me now. Anyway, after years of chopping and changing, I recently managed to get hold of a Westone Thunder 3 again (I had originally used one with them but stupidly sold it). So, first bass is now well and truly sorted and I also have an Aria SB-1200 as a backup (which is probably a bit ott to be honest). I'm more than happy with them but the question still looms - How long will it last...? I cant help but think I'm fooling myself... Edited October 17, 2014 by itsmedunc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigRedX Posted October 17, 2014 Share Posted October 17, 2014 (edited) There is no "right" bass that will last you forever unless you have a fairly limited musical outlook. The "right" bass for me 35 years ago when I first started play bass is not the same as the "right" bass for me in the 90s or the one I used 5 years ago, or the one I'll be playing tonight. I'm pretty certain that in another 5 years I'll have yet another "right" bass. Stop worrying. Edited October 17, 2014 by BigRedX Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JTUK Posted October 17, 2014 Share Posted October 17, 2014 Depends how 'wrong' your right choice is. But also, nothing is forever..?? I bought very well, IMO so I don't envisage changing ........ yet..!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stingrayPete1977 Posted October 17, 2014 Share Posted October 17, 2014 I play all sorts of styles from Reggae to country, rock to pop and I could play all of those songs on the Peavey Foundation I bought new in 1993, having a B string is probably the only thing I would really miss if I went back. I've seen everything from folk music to two handed tapping and crazy skills and chops on a Stingray so I can't see me outgrowing them, I might add a five string super Jazz to the collection at some point though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
discreet Posted October 17, 2014 Share Posted October 17, 2014 [quote name='itsmedunc' timestamp='1413568124' post='2579734'] How long will it last...? [/quote] About a week, tops. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
itsmedunc Posted October 17, 2014 Author Share Posted October 17, 2014 [quote name='discreet' timestamp='1413570834' post='2579786'] About a week, tops. [/quote] I thought as much... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
visog Posted October 17, 2014 Share Posted October 17, 2014 Until you browse BC's Bass Porn... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jellyfish Posted October 17, 2014 Share Posted October 17, 2014 That's why you can never be dissapointed with a custom build! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stingrayPete1977 Posted October 17, 2014 Share Posted October 17, 2014 [quote name='Jellyfish' timestamp='1413577077' post='2579877'] That's why you can never be dissapointed with a custom build! [/quote] Which the fs section is always full of! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lozz196 Posted October 17, 2014 Share Posted October 17, 2014 The right bass will only be right whilst it does the job you want it to. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blue Posted October 17, 2014 Share Posted October 17, 2014 (edited) Yeah,IMO there's no "right bass". I gig with several different basses and they are all fun to play and I hope to have them for a long time. Now there are things, like the right technique, skills, ability (chops) and dexterity that I'm continually trying to get right. I know some of you have had success with off brand and less expensive basses, That has not been the case for me. Blue Edited October 17, 2014 by blue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PlungerModerno Posted October 18, 2014 Share Posted October 18, 2014 [quote name='stingrayPete1977' timestamp='1413577478' post='2579881'] Which the fs section is always full of! [/quote] I just chuckled at someones dream. In any case, Those customs are often sold due to change in circumstances - musical & financial being the most common shared reason. I know I'll want custom basses at some point - but for now I'm happy with off the shelf. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karlfer Posted October 18, 2014 Share Posted October 18, 2014 Who's running the book on this? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stingrayPete1977 Posted October 18, 2014 Share Posted October 18, 2014 [quote name='blue' timestamp='1413584634' post='2579999'] Yeah,IMO there's no "right bass". I gig with several different basses and they are all fun to play and I hope to have them for a long time. Now there are things, like the right technique, skills, ability (chops) and dexterity that I'm continually trying to get right. I know some of you have had success with off brand and less expensive basses, That has not been the case for me. Blue [/quote] now I have gas for an ASAT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PlungerModerno Posted October 18, 2014 Share Posted October 18, 2014 [quote name='stingrayPete1977' timestamp='1413652110' post='2580604'] now I have gas for an ASAT [/quote] It's a gorgeous blueburst . . . and the subtly tinted maple fretboard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stingrayPete1977 Posted October 18, 2014 Share Posted October 18, 2014 I've no idea why I've never owned a G&L? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blue Posted October 18, 2014 Share Posted October 18, 2014 (edited) [quote name='PlungerModerno' timestamp='1413659022' post='2580698'] It's a gorgeous blueburst . . . and the subtly tinted maple fretboard. [/quote] Are you talking about my Blue Burst ASAT? Interesting. I have just started gigging with it again. I used it last night and it was fun to play especially with the active pre-amp on. I purchased it used a few years ago for $500.00 mint condition with hard shell case. I think the G&L used is one of the best values out there, Nice thin neck and yeah, now that you mention it, the tinted fretboard is cool. Blue Edited October 18, 2014 by blue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stingrayPete1977 Posted October 18, 2014 Share Posted October 18, 2014 I really like them blue, cool Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
discreet Posted October 18, 2014 Share Posted October 18, 2014 [quote name='stingrayPete1977' timestamp='1413660573' post='2580719'] I've no idea why I've never owned a G&L? [/quote] I acquired an SB2 recently... It's exceptional. But now I've got GAS for an M2000. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Highfox Posted October 18, 2014 Share Posted October 18, 2014 You need at least one of everything. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve-bbb Posted October 18, 2014 Share Posted October 18, 2014 [quote name='blue' timestamp='1413661339' post='2580738'] Are you talking about my Blue Burst ASAT? Interesting , I have just started gigging with it again. I used it last night and it was fun to play especially with the active pre-amp on. I purchased it used a few years ago for $500.00 mint condition Blue [/quote] are you sure you need that gold top? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stingrayPete1977 Posted October 18, 2014 Share Posted October 18, 2014 [quote name='discreet' timestamp='1413661627' post='2580744'] I acquired an SB2 recently... It's exceptional. But now I've got GAS for an M2000. [/quote] Why no tribute Asat and why no asat five strings? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
discreet Posted October 18, 2014 Share Posted October 18, 2014 [quote name='stingrayPete1977' timestamp='1413662309' post='2580752'] Why no tribute Asat and why no asat five strings? [/quote] Don't like the ASAT shape... and don't play five-bangers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stingrayPete1977 Posted October 18, 2014 Share Posted October 18, 2014 The ASAT looks ace and B strings rule Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
discreet Posted October 18, 2014 Share Posted October 18, 2014 (edited) [quote name='stingrayPete1977' timestamp='1413664132' post='2580785'] The ASAT looks ace and B strings rule [/quote] You say 'tomato' and I say 'solanum lycopersicum'. Edited October 18, 2014 by discreet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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