Dazed Posted October 23, 2014 Share Posted October 23, 2014 I've recently been looking at warwick 6 strings again. It's probably gas but I think I'm on a slippery slope! I haven't tried a 6 string for years, one was a Larrivee which I couldn't get on with but didnt persevere with and a friends ken smith, then went back to 4s only for a long while. Last year I got a couple of 5 strings which I didn't feel was much of a struggle to feel comfortable playing, however I find a string spacing of 16-17 mm just too narrow. From what I've read, standard warwick 6 spacings are 16-17mm and broadneck versions are 20? Warwick fans seem keen on broadneck models. Is there any advantage ? I know a broadneck must be quite a heavy lump given the size and Warwicks aren't generally the lightest of instruments! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CamdenRob Posted October 23, 2014 Share Posted October 23, 2014 I've just aquired a 2010 Thumb sixer and the spacing is 17mm... it's comfortable but if I was ordering a new one I'd prefer a broadneck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dazed Posted October 23, 2014 Author Share Posted October 23, 2014 Thanks Rob. I've seen your NBD thread and it isn't helping my gas issue! Great write up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
molan Posted October 23, 2014 Share Posted October 23, 2014 I've tried a broadneck and found it almost unplayable Huge neck width was just way too much for me I'm afraid. Definitely a try before you buy option I think. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CamdenRob Posted October 24, 2014 Share Posted October 24, 2014 (edited) [quote name='Dazed' timestamp='1414081059' post='2585650'] Thanks Rob. I've seen your NBD thread and it isn't helping my gas issue! [/quote] That's an inherent issue with BC unfortunately.... for example, I am happy with my cabs, they look and sound as I want them to and the handels haven't fallen off, but... I've been reading the TKS thread and now I keep thinking I'd like a pair of those! [quote name='molan' timestamp='1414098583' post='2585957'] Definitely a try before you buy option I think. [/quote] Always sound advice that... Edited October 24, 2014 by CamdenRob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Telebass Posted October 25, 2014 Share Posted October 25, 2014 A Fender 5, which has standard 19mm spacing, is quite wide enough... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bassmayhem Posted October 25, 2014 Share Posted October 25, 2014 (edited) [quote name='Dazed' timestamp='1414077081' post='2585593'] I've recently been looking at warwick 6 strings again. It's probably gas but I think I'm on a slippery slope! I haven't tried a 6 string for years, one was a Larrivee which I couldn't get on with but didnt persevere with and a friends ken smith, then went back to 4s only for a long while. Last year I got a couple of 5 strings which I didn't feel was much of a struggle to feel comfortable playing, however I find a string spacing of 16-17 mm just too narrow. From what I've read, standard warwick 6 spacings are 16-17mm and broadneck versions are 20? Warwick fans seem keen on broadneck models. Is there any advantage ? I know a broadneck must be quite a heavy lump given the size and Warwicks aren't generally the lightest of instruments! [/quote] If you are used to play Fender type basses then all five strings with narrow spacing will feel "not at home" if you got my point. I got some five string Laklands as well as a Yamaha JPII with 19 mm (3/4") spacing at the bridge; they feel the same in the fingerboard and in the right hand, even if the neck is wider. There is space for occasional slap playing etc. NEVER again a bass with narrow spacing! "The neck feels comfortable." Kiss my *ss!! I don't play on the neck - I play on the strings on the fingerboard and "over the pups"... Edited October 25, 2014 by bassmayhem Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bassmayhem Posted October 25, 2014 Share Posted October 25, 2014 (edited) [quote name='Telebass' timestamp='1414224351' post='2587180'] A Fender 5, which has standard 19mm spacing, is quite wide enough... [/quote] Which Fender five string has 19 mm spacing? None I've played anyhow... Edited October 25, 2014 by bassmayhem Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Telebass Posted October 26, 2014 Share Posted October 26, 2014 Or 20mm, whatever it is... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goblin Posted October 26, 2014 Share Posted October 26, 2014 I've recently got a 5 string Streamer Stage 1 Broad Neck, it's erm, heavy! The neck is definitely a try before you buy thing, it's mostly a case of getting used to it for me. It's amazing how only a few mm can make a huge difference! I treat it as a regular 4, with an additional B string. I've found it's massively cleaned up my technique though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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