Which new 5 string to go for

[jassbass]

I will have up to £900 in a few weeks time to spend in a 5er,but which one lol
I've had sire v7 and liked them but maybe fancy something different,I currently use a pbass 5ernbut looking for something active and more modern
5ers I'm interested in are-ibanez Btb 1605,g&l m2500 tribute,sire v7,overwater fusion 5
Really looking to spend up to £750 but up to £900 if something really catches my eye
Any thought on other 5ers I've missed used or new
Thanks jay

[Fisheth]

Lakland/Maruszczyk I think.

Ibanez also have some great value fivers, especially used.

Edited April 2, 2017 by Fisheth

[chris_b]

If I might suggest a Fender American Standard Jazz V

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[Len_derby]

Lucky you!

My two gigging 5 stringers are a Warwick Corvette and a Yamaha TRB. Both good, in their different ways and together cost less than £900 (both being 'pre-loved').

I've never tried a Fender 5 stringer that wasn't underwhelming, although I've never tried one of the high priced ones.

[stingrayPete1977]

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If I might suggest a Fender American Standard Jazz V

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Not active though, but a preamp makes them stonking, I use my 2013 alongside a £2300 Musicman happily at most gigs

[chris_b]

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Not active though,
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True, but the best sounding bass I have is my passive PJ5 so pre amps aren't the only way to get a great sound.

On the other hand a great bass and a pre amp upgrade could be a winning combination.

[stingrayPete1977]

I just can't get on with passive basses, I don't think they suit my amps tbh. I was happy with everything else on the bass, it's great now.

[Rich]

If you can track down a pre-enjoyed Yamaha TRB-5P, grab it with both hands. Fantastic instruments.

[CameronJ]

There's a lovely looking Ibanez BTB1605 for sale on a Facebook that I'm a member of. Selling for less than your budget too!

[Sibob]

My vote goes to a Lakland 55-01 or 55-02, depending what pickups you want.

Si

[Conan]

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[Paulhauser]

Although it is at the top end (or maybe over) of your budget, I'd buy a used Spector Euro5. One of the best value modern sounding 5 strings out there. Also quite easy to flip if it turns out it is not your thing.

[geoffbyrne]

If you liked the Sire V7, what about an M7?

G.

[ba55i5t]

Ever consider a G&L L2500?

[jassbass]

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Ever consider a G&L L2500?
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Yeah I've had a tribute l2500 in past,good bass

[jassbass]

[quote name='geoffbyrne' timestamp='1491211922' post='3271180']
If you liked the Sire V7, what about an M7?

G.
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Thanks yeah it's another to consider

[jassbass]

Well up to now I'm trying a bongo hs and a overwater fusion which are local

[jassbass]

[quote name='Paulhauser' timestamp='1491209615' post='3271151']
Although it is at the top end (or maybe over) of your budget, I'd buy a used Spector Euro5. One of the best value modern sounding 5 strings out there. Also quite easy to flip if it turns out it is not your thing.
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I've had one in past,another good bass but maybe over my budget

[jassbass]

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Very nice but is it much better than the tribute version,sound wise?thanks

[jassbass]

[quote name='Sibob' timestamp='1491197307' post='3271069']
My vote goes to a Lakland 55-01 or 55-02, depending what pickups you want.

Si
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I had a 55-01 in past,was ok but wasn't for me
A 55-02 might be worth considering if a used one come up for sale,thanks

[jassbass]

[quote name='CameronJ' timestamp='1491179518' post='3271058']
There's a lovely looking Ibanez BTB1605 for sale on a Facebook that I'm a member of. Selling for less than your budget too!
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That's one I'm deffo considering

[dyerseve]

Status Series 1 = lightweight, lovely thin fast neck, superbly balanced, very low action, versatile, sounds great, comfortable. Used around £6-700. Out of all my basses, this is my go-to bass

[jassbass]

[quote name='dyerseve' timestamp='1491249575' post='3271618']
Status Series 1 = lightweight, lovely thin fast neck, superbly balanced, very low action, versatile, sounds great, comfortable. Used around £6-700. Out of all my basses, this is my go-to bass
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Pretty rare used though

[Conan]

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Very nice but is it much better than the tribute version,sound wise?thanks
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No idea - but it is a very good price for a US made L2500. I've not played one, but everything I've read suggests that the US versions are better all round than the Tributes. Whether those differences are worth around £600 depends on your own views I suppose.

It's a nice colour though...

[dannybuoy]

The soon-to-be-released updated Yamaha BB lineup features an active model in their mid-range price tier, I'd expect it to be under £800:

http://youtu.be/eDslUlL_j7Y