Jaykingfunk Posted July 17, 2017 Share Posted July 17, 2017 So I've been fortunate enough to come into some money I wasn't expecting. I need to fix the car, put some money away for holiday and the kids bedrooms could do with redecorating. So I've decided I need another bass instead. Years ago I played a Sandberg, not sure of the model but I liked it. Tempted by a California VM5 or similar. Anybody got one and can tell my what it's like? Or anyone selling one? Basses I've got already: Musicman SUB (USA), Warwick Thumb BO 5 and a MIM Fender jazz Deluxe 5. I like the idea of having something with a P pickup on it to get a different sound to what I've already got. Faveourite style to play is funk/soul but currently doing most of my gigging in a Mod band so something with a bit more 'bite' would probably be good. Any recommendations? Cheers, J. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BassApprentice Posted July 17, 2017 Share Posted July 17, 2017 (edited) In b4 Maruszczyk is recommended. Custom bass made to your spec in a wide variety of shapes and sizes, see the thread here http://basschat.co.uk/topic/254344-the-official-maruszczyk-club/page__pid__3336039__st__2040#entry3336039 . Or P pickup ready to go, you could look at Yamaha BB series. New ones on the way so the higher end older models 1024/2024 are on offer and apparently incredible passive basses. Best of luck on your search! Edited July 17, 2017 by BassApprentice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigwan Posted July 17, 2017 Share Posted July 17, 2017 (edited) If it were me, I'd be looking at Yamaha BB1024X or 5 string version, Fender 50's RW P or a used Dingwall Combustion (or NG2) for around that money. A used Spector Euro LX 5 could sneak on to that list too.... Edited July 17, 2017 by Bigwan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cuzzie Posted July 17, 2017 Share Posted July 17, 2017 Sandberg are great and a VM will suit you nicely, P presence but the M adds more cut. The Sandberg in house pups are more vintage and the Delano's they use more hi-fi. Can't argue with what other people have said either, just got to get out and play them! On another note how about an Olinto P bass made by Mas Hino, they look the beans Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sibob Posted July 17, 2017 Share Posted July 17, 2017 [quote name='Cuzzie' timestamp='1500301668' post='3336767'] On another note how about an Olinto P bass made by Mas Hino, they look the beans [/quote] Add another $1000 onto the price and you're just about there I think Si Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cuzzie Posted July 17, 2017 Share Posted July 17, 2017 I realised that after writing it (doh!) but when you are so close by chance he may be able to take the last jump. Personally I would get a Hamer 12 string bass, that is completely different to what he has! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markstuk Posted July 17, 2017 Share Posted July 17, 2017 I've got a black Sandberg VM5 (35") that although I like, it's not getting much playing so might be tempted to let go... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaykingfunk Posted July 17, 2017 Author Share Posted July 17, 2017 Thanks for the replies people! The frets on Dingwall basses look a bit weird to me, I'd definitely have to try that first! Markstuk: send me some pics via private message if you're serious about selling your Sandberg. Cheers, J. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bubinga5 Posted July 17, 2017 Share Posted July 17, 2017 What i would do, is enjoy the basses you have and spend the money on the other priorities apart from your need for a Pbass pickup in a bass. But thats just me. Any of your current basses will do Funk and Soul and Bite, and anything else in between. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnnylager Posted July 17, 2017 Share Posted July 17, 2017 Spector innit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wateroftyne Posted July 17, 2017 Share Posted July 17, 2017 Only one choice for my money... build your own. [url="https://public-peace.de/configurator/jake-c/"]Go nuts.[/url] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigwan Posted July 18, 2017 Share Posted July 18, 2017 [quote name='wateroftyne' timestamp='1500326746' post='3337014'] Only one choice for my money... build your own. [url="https://public-peace.de/configurator/jake-c/"]Go nuts.[/url] [/quote] Hard to keep below budget nowadays though! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lozz196 Posted July 18, 2017 Share Posted July 18, 2017 Classic & Cool Guitars have a few Sandbergs up for grabs at present, why not see if you can visit them and try them out? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaykingfunk Posted July 18, 2017 Author Share Posted July 18, 2017 Thanks for that Lozz, any idea where they are based?! Can't seem to find them online... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lozz196 Posted July 18, 2017 Share Posted July 18, 2017 No idea where they are, but I`ve spoken online with Mark, the owner a few times, decent guy, and knows his stuff: [url="http://classicandcoolguitars.co.uk/"]http://classicandcoolguitars.co.uk/[/url] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cuzzie Posted July 18, 2017 Share Posted July 18, 2017 They are based down in Devon. Mark is a great guy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cuzzie Posted July 18, 2017 Share Posted July 18, 2017 Also Mark is an official supplier for Sandberg, so you could look at a custom if you are prepared to wait Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul S Posted July 18, 2017 Share Posted July 18, 2017 [quote name='wateroftyne' timestamp='1500326746' post='3337014'] Only one choice for my money... build your own. [url="https://public-peace.de/configurator/jake-c/"]Go nuts.[/url] [/quote] Wow, wish I had seen this 12 months ago! Just made my perfect bass for Euro1300. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drlargepants Posted July 28, 2017 Share Posted July 28, 2017 Id go secondhand, much more bang for the buck, you need to be patient though. Having said that Anderton's have USA Dimensions for under a grand currently. That's a lot of bass for the money. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ricksterphil Posted July 28, 2017 Share Posted July 28, 2017 Can't go far wrong with a Sandberg I reckon, I have a Classic TM4 and it's uber. Fender Road Worn Jazz's get good reviews and can be had for £700 if you wait for one to come up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drlargepants Posted July 28, 2017 Share Posted July 28, 2017 [quote name='Paul S' timestamp='1500398835' post='3337486'] Wow, wish I had seen this 12 months ago! Just made my perfect bass for Euro1300. [/quote] There's a chap on here from Newcastle who had one of these built. I don't know what it plays like but the videos he's posted on YouTube sound fantastic. I was in the process of ordering one of these, but I got sideswiped by an AVRI P that came up for sale on here. I'm still not entirely sure that was the right decision, but you pays your money ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skybone Posted July 29, 2017 Share Posted July 29, 2017 Try out as many as you can, and buy the one you like the most. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fftc Posted July 29, 2017 Share Posted July 29, 2017 If I had £1100 for a new bass right now I'd be having one of these. https://www.guitar.co.uk/reverend-mike-watt-signature-wattplower-satin-emerald-green Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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