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Originally posted by MisterProg2112 MisterProg2112 wrote:

Originally posted by Dr.No.7134 Dr.No.7134 wrote:

I was thinking about a schecter stiletto studio 6 string
 
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What the hell is wrong with Schecter?
Any Schecter is going to be better value for money than any EBMM guitar/bass, and Schecter instruments have a reputation for being able to crap all over stuff 2-4 times the price.
Any anyway, the John Myung Model isn't even a production line instrument, check the website first you nongTongue
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Points: 3737 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: July 13 2008 at 01:07
Originally posted by HughesJB4 HughesJB4 wrote:

Originally posted by MisterProg2112 MisterProg2112 wrote:

Originally posted by Dr.No.7134 Dr.No.7134 wrote:

I was thinking about a schecter stiletto studio 6 string
 
Schecter Cry..Get a John Myung Ernie Ball sig Thumbs%20Up


What the hell is wrong with Schecter?
Any Schecter is going to be better value for money than any EBMM guitar/bass, and Schecter instruments have a reputation for being able to crap all over stuff 2-4 times the price.
Any anyway, the John Myung Model isn't even a production line instrument, check the website first you nongTongue
 
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I've heard a lot of good things about the Ibanez ATK 305...
Sounds almost liske a Stingray for a quarter of the price...You should take a look!
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The beautiful WAL bass from the UK , very nice , very costly.... dream on, guv....
I never post anything anywhere without doing more than basic research, often in depth.
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Schecter basses are really good value for money. Warwick's Rockbass series are good, but I'd rather save up for a proper Warwick instead. Ibanez make some very nice instruments at good prices, you should be able to find a really nice Ibanez if your budget is at $700.

Also look at used instruments. You can get great deals on great gear, especially if you buy directly from the seller or through smaller, independent stores.

The problem with both Schecter and Ibanezes, Schecters in particular, is that they feel soulless and boring. But I guess that's just a personal thing. At their price, Schecters in particular are really good instruments.
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Like Phileas said, I'd recommend searching used gear. Since my first bass, I have yet to buy a single brand new bass. I really don't plan on buying a new bass any time in the future unless it's a custom shop bass made specifically for me.    
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Has anyone else used a spector bass? I would enjoy to try one before I complete my decition/
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Absolutely amazing basses! I'd definitely say to stick with the Czech models and US models. A ton of low end and growl. One of the few mass produced basses I'd love owning.   
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^Indeed!
Spector make easily some of the best bass guitars right now, no question.
Exceptional quality with the Czech and US made models for sure.
Basically, if you're looking for something that will give you great tone , versatility and has extremely easy playability, Spector is a name to look to.
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It is done. I have ordered in a 6 string Spector legend classic
http://www.spectorbass.com/bass_perf_leg6class1.html
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Thumbs%20Up I'll see it at practice!
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Originally posted by Dr.No.7134 Dr.No.7134 wrote:

It is done. I have ordered in a 6 string Spector legend classic
http://www.spectorbass.com/bass_perf_leg6class1.html


Nice score man!

Upload some pics when it arrives dude.
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The Spector Legend Classic 6 string

Edited by Dr.No.7134 - August 30 2008 at 14:50
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A former co-worker has a custom made bass by the guy who designs Les Claypool's. Beautiful piece of art it is.

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Originally posted by E-Dub E-Dub wrote:

A former co-worker has a custom made bass by the guy who designs Les Claypool's. Beautiful piece of art it is.E
Nice, It must look incredible
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Shane, that bass is awesome bro! Congrats on the purchase, you'll love it manClap
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I played it at practice, the neck is humoungous. Really sweet bass.
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Five- and Six-string basses all have really humongous necks.  

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Not necessarily. Six strings tend to be really wide, but there are five strings with pretty slim necks, almost like wide fours.
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