neptunehealer

I am just interested to hear what you all prefer, as i am actively seeking a new bass at the moment and i can't decide which i prefer. This older more experienced bassist told me in a shop to purchase a thru-neck as it prevents the neck moving which made me think he had a valid point. All my favourite Jazz basses seem to be bolt-ons so i am assuming that as long as you have a hard case and take good care of the bass the neck should always be fine.

Yes well i must admit admit i have never considered Lakland before, and i have heard mixed reviews about the Warwick. But the reviews i have read about the Fender Jazz have been pretty positive and consistent. Another thing as our set is verstile for e.g. beatles, chili's, james brown and killers, so would a Warwick be suitable for this type of music as i get the impression a fender Jazz would cater more for the required tone i would need for all these genre's. Also some of my fav bassists i.e. Damon Minchella, Flea and Chris Wolstenholme use Fender Jazzes so if it's good enough for them it will be for me. (makes me think of the Dodgy tune now lol).

Well thanks all for your responses and i never thought to check the for sale part of this website so thanks for that. Oh i forgot to mention i am seeking a passive workhorse, so i take it the Fender Highway is lightweight then?

Hey everyone, this is only my second post so i thought i would tell you all what i am currently using. I currently play a Vintage bass which is the only one i have ever owned for roughly 9 years which cost me £120. It has served me well but now i am playing regular in a cover band and am seeking a better bass. I do intend on nipping to Birmingham to try a few as i know thats the important thing to do. Just interested what basses you think i should try out first, we cover all genres from pop, rock and soul and a little funk and i am after a nicer tone, lighter bass as mine is pretty heavy and better pickups. I am aware of the Aerodyne but the jack input location has put me off. Just any advice would be cool and i wonder if there are any basses out there which will tick all boxes that i have, oh and my budget will be up to £800 tops. Oh and hello to you all.

Hello all, i have been reading this forum for a while now and have finally made small effort of becoming a member. I have been playing bass for roughly 9 years and i play regularly in a cover band around the West Midlands and Shropshire. I have joined on here to ask advice on new basses and equipment as the beauty of this hobby is i find i never stop learning. Well once again hello everyone.