uk_lefty Posted April 1, 2015 Share Posted April 1, 2015 Hi there... I'm in a quandry!! Long story short - I want to buy a new bass but have other financial commitments. I can stretch a little but there's a nagging sensibility that says some of my options are too much. Buying a cheaper bass to tide me over is an option however, and there's some interesting stuff about... Opinions please! Cheaper Basses: Bach 51 style P - love the style of these basses, would maybe need a pickup upgrade Bach Fenderbird - unique for sure and maple fretboard Sire Jazz - when they're out in lefty G&L Tribute - never played one but think I'd like it More Expensive: New Fender MIJ Jazz 75 - looks amazing, but I already have a jazz and am scared of it needing new pickups New Ibanez SR-1205 - looks amazing, great reviews but no idea if its for me Countless New Sandbergs, really got GAS for these after playing one at at the LBGS 2012 2nd hand Fender P 1977 Fender P - not the greatest bass I've ever played but affordable if they accept a low but realistic offer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lozz196 Posted April 1, 2015 Share Posted April 1, 2015 For me, given the comments that the 77 isn`t the greatest bass ever played, I`d look at the 2012 Precision. These are fantastic basses, amazing quality/players. Though I have to admit, I far prefer the sound of my 78 to the modern Fenders, so I suppose it depends a lot on that as well. If the 77 has the sound you want, well after a while I`m sure the playability will suit. I find my 2010 easier to play, the 78 I have to play hard to get the tones I want, but find this more rewarding, the 2010 just gives so easily, but still the 78 has the better sound for me. Some may prefer the easier way however, it`s all up to the individual. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris_b Posted April 1, 2015 Share Posted April 1, 2015 Try a Squier. If you can find one that plays well you can always upgrade the pickups. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul S Posted April 2, 2015 Share Posted April 2, 2015 I would add a Yamaha BB 414 to your cheapo bass list - you might be surprised. I was. Looks, sounds and feels like a bass way above its price point. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ras52 Posted April 2, 2015 Share Posted April 2, 2015 [quote name='Paul S' timestamp='1427969081' post='2736380'] I would add a Yamaha BB 414 to your cheapo bass list - you might be surprised. I was. Looks, sounds and feels like a bass way above its price point. [/quote] +1! I'm just getting into fives and picked up a s/h BB425 for peanuts, and it's blown my socks off. It seriously competes with my late-70s P. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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