BassBeast Posted April 25, 2023 Share Posted April 25, 2023 (edited) Hello folks! I’ve been using a Bongo 4H for 2 years. Now seeking another 24 fret bass… BUT, something with a max of 9v power supply. The Bongo’s 18v is too hot for my needs. Help!! Edited April 26, 2023 by BassBeast Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doctor J Posted April 25, 2023 Share Posted April 25, 2023 Warwick Streamer Spector NS/LX Godlyke Deity/Disciple Bacchus 24 Vigier Passion IV Ibanez SR Ibanez BTB 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thodrik Posted April 25, 2023 Share Posted April 25, 2023 While you can, I would recommend trying a Vigier Excess. Massive rock beast that sits somewhere between a Rickenbacker, active Jazz bass and Precision. As of the end of the year there will also be no new Vigier basses. Also, you can't go wrong with a Spector or a Warwick Streamer. I would still like a Warwick Thumb. I don't think Fender actually do any 24 fret four strings at the moment. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebassist Posted April 26, 2023 Share Posted April 26, 2023 Got a budget in mind? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hellzero Posted April 26, 2023 Share Posted April 26, 2023 4 minutes ago, thebassist said: Got a budget in mind? Indeed, because you can spend a fortune on a Wal, Alembic, Ritter or Fodera. Vigier or Leduc are excellent different choices for a 24 frets bass. And there's still the other luthiers option. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hellzero Posted April 26, 2023 Share Posted April 26, 2023 Don't forget Le Fay... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cetera Posted April 26, 2023 Share Posted April 26, 2023 Spector..... Legend, Pulse II, EuroLX, NS2.... depends on budget. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3below Posted April 26, 2023 Share Posted April 26, 2023 At the less exotic budget range (especially used examples on BC), Chowny SWB-1 short scale. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fretmeister Posted April 26, 2023 Share Posted April 26, 2023 Marleaux Consat Custom Fender Urge 2 Sandberg Basic Sandberg Custom Sandberg Classic I am a huge fan of Sandberg, but if money was no object, I'd be getting a Marleaux again. I only sold mine when I couldn't cope with the (entirely normal) weight anymore following injury. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nilorius Posted April 26, 2023 Share Posted April 26, 2023 (edited) Fender J, but if You are on budget - Squire. In the middle - Ibanez. Edited April 26, 2023 by nilorius Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fretmeister Posted April 26, 2023 Share Posted April 26, 2023 11 minutes ago, nilorius said: Fender J, but if You are on budget - Squire. In the middle - Ibanez. He wants 24 frets. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaulThePlug Posted April 26, 2023 Share Posted April 26, 2023 (edited) Ibanez SR... On Hold, but you catch my drift.. Edited April 26, 2023 by PaulThePlug Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BassBeast Posted April 26, 2023 Author Share Posted April 26, 2023 What I’d really like (that doesn’t exist) is a Stingray with 24 frets that does NOT have an 18v (2x9v) power supply to the amp. Too hot you see! So, a Bongo neck on a Stingray Body… Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted April 26, 2023 Share Posted April 26, 2023 (edited) We have 49,525 members. Expect 49,525 different replies. Seriously though, have you considered a preamp swap? Something like a John East Uni-Pre** would do the trick. ** Other preamps are available. Edited April 26, 2023 by Rich 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snorkie635 Posted April 26, 2023 Share Posted April 26, 2023 See if you can find an Overwater Progress III if within your budget. 9 volts, 24 frets, light-weight and tone to make one sob like a child. 🥲 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Dare Posted April 26, 2023 Share Posted April 26, 2023 (edited) 10 minutes ago, Rich said: We have 49,525 members. Expect 49,525 different replies. Seriously though, have you considered a preamp swap? Something like a John East Uni-Pre** would do the trick. ** Other preamps are available. If you like the instrument but just want to tame the output a little, this is good advice. Find a pre that doesn't require alteration to the instrument and that you can remove and replace with the original should you sell and you're good to go. Edited April 26, 2023 by Rich 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Tut Posted April 26, 2023 Share Posted April 26, 2023 1 hour ago, PaulThePlug said: Ibanez SR... On Hold, but you catch my drift.. I’m on my way to pick this up! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaulThePlug Posted April 26, 2023 Share Posted April 26, 2023 Just now, King Tut said: I’m on my way to pick this up! Nice! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fretmeister Posted April 26, 2023 Share Posted April 26, 2023 1 hour ago, BassBeast said: What I’d really like (that doesn’t exist) is a Stingray with 24 frets that does NOT have an 18v (2x9v) power supply to the amp. Too hot you see! So, a Bongo neck on a Stingray Body… Sandberg Classic Booster sounds very similar to a Ray. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
itu Posted April 26, 2023 Share Posted April 26, 2023 17 hours ago, BassBeast said: BUT, something with a max of 9v power supply. The Bongo’s 18v is too hot for my needs. 2 x 9 V may be chosen for simpler electronics. Two sided power is very easy to execute. If you use only a single battery, you need to divide the 9 V to 2 x 4.5 V. The level of the output signal is dependent on the choices electronics designer has made. It can be lower than those hi-Z counterparts, i.e. those without batteries. By the way, Status has produced a preamp with 4 x 9 V batteries = 36 volt circuitry. I think it was made for Jonas Hellborg. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boodang Posted April 26, 2023 Share Posted April 26, 2023 18 hours ago, BassBeast said: Hello folks! I’ve been using a Bongo 4H for 2 years. Now seeking another 24 fret bass… BUT, something with a max of 9v power supply. The Bongo’s 18v is too hot for my needs. Help!! Change the preamp on the Bongo maybe?! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BassBeast Posted April 26, 2023 Author Share Posted April 26, 2023 I’ve already sold the bongo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boodang Posted April 26, 2023 Share Posted April 26, 2023 10 minutes ago, BassBeast said: I’ve already sold the bongo. Well, who's a silly boy then! Lots of good suggestions on the thread but have you considered a custom build to get exactly what you want? I had my local luthier make me a 24 fret jazz recently, to say I couldn't be happier is an understatement and cost wise was way cheaper than a bongo. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hellzero Posted April 26, 2023 Share Posted April 26, 2023 Something like that, real Lane Poor pickups (1998) with "neck" pickup at the "sweet spot", Aguilar OBP-2 with active/passive switch and passive tone... A really rare true versatile masterpiece. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boodang Posted April 26, 2023 Share Posted April 26, 2023 From my local luthier. Less than a standard fender or bongo. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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