Musicman20

The aesthetics of the Dingwall, and the concept of fanned frets, may unfortunately be something that would not be in the running for a player....obviously not all.

Andertons review https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m5tRIaOgMiU

The Genzler site has had a nice update: http://www.genzleramplification.com/home.jhtm http://www.genzleramplification.com/product/MG350-BA10-Combo/Magellan-350-Combo.html?cid=18 http://www.genzleramplification.com/product/MG-350/Magellan-350.html?cid=18 http://www.genzleramplification.com/product/BA10-2/Bass-Array10-2.html?cid=17 The little 1x10 cab + 4 x 2.5.....!

[quote name='Woodinblack' timestamp='1483984435' post='3211709'] not any more! [/quote] In terms of Fender Jazz basses, it is still rare.

It's far far FAR away from a normal MIM. Reasons: - Paintwork/colour/worn look/nitro, - American-made Pure Vintage ’64 Jazz Bass single-coil pickups, - V/V/T/T, - I presume some sort of vintage spec neck profile, - Tort guard, - Feel and weight. Mine, as I've noted above, is such great bass. I like my MIA American Standard Jazz, but I think the more growly/vintage spec pickups and different feel of the bass makes a huge difference. It is a very rare colour....

[quote name='vikunja' timestamp='1483661651' post='3209193'] A very good choice My first 5-string I had was a SR5, weak sound from the pickup and floppy B-string. Many years later I treated myself to a MTD 535. Better B-string, but too many dead spots on the fretboard. After that, my first Lakland, a 55-01. Cheap as hell, firm and articulate B-string and no dead spots! The pickups are OK, but for the price its a great bass!. Never looked back. Next 5-string I had was a Lakland USA 5-string JO and the last few years a Skyline 55-64 which actually has a even better fretjob than the JO, the bass basically plays itself. I'm never changing 5-string brand again! [/quote] I would imagine there was an issue with the pickup, battery and setup on the Ray 5. I've tried many many Laklands, and whilst they make a fairly cool 35" 5 string bass, the Musicman 5 strings I've played always sounded MUCH tighter with more of a kick on the B string.

Worth checking if the UK distributor has stock....often they have some available.

I've emailed them for information on a product or two over the years and always been put off with what seems to be an attitude of 'just buy it and find out'.

[quote name='Low End Bee' timestamp='1483539924' post='3208039'] The smell came back. Bloody hippies. [/quote] I can be of no assistance but I thought this was funny.

Nice - I think those Shuttle combos were really good. Glad they have kept the idea and expanded on it.

Amps: TC RH750 Genz Steamliner 900 Genz Shuttlemax 9.2 Cabs: Genz NX2 212T Aguilar DB212 TC RS210 x 2 All fantastic. Out of everything I owned, tried, gigged, these are my ideal setups. 2x10 for small gigs, if I want a tall 4x10, then the 2 RS cabs. Genz 2x12 for lightweight one cab solution, Aguilar DB 212 because it sounds bloomin' beautiful. Plenty of basses and pedals.

http://www.guitarguitar.co.uk/bass_guitars_detail.asp?stock=161215305109008 I have absolutely NO idea how Ibanez manage to make instruments such as this with high specs and pretty low prices, especially as it comes with a custom hardcase, but I must admit, I am a Fender/Musicman only player, and this bass is a very cool idea. It seems the EADG is fretted, then you get A D and G fretless?! Very niche, but super cool. I doubt I'd ever need one but I thought it was interesting. No doubt a boutique manufacturer would charge £3k for something like this. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Specs: Ibanez is the pioneer of modern fretted/fretless hybrid bass development. In 2010 the “Ashula”, SR2010ASC was a rare and innovative limited range bass released, that answered many of the news in the market at that time. Now Ibanez is pleased to introduce the "New Ashula", SRAS7. As the name "Ashula" indicates the SRAS7 is a fretted and fretless bass hybrid. While SR2010ASC had two strings on the fretless area, we have added an A-string on SRAS7 so as to enhance octave playing. Additionally, by located the fretted part on a higher note string side, players can perform aggressive styles such as Slapbass with more ease. The iconic fingerboard consists of Rosewood (fretted) and Purpleheart (fretless). Different radiuses are applied to each section -950mmR (fretted) and 0mmR (fretless). These parameters facilitate chord playing on fretted parts and smooth soloing on the fretless parts. The fretboards are designed to be multi-level which allows an overall smooth and seamless transition between the two sections. Rigidly fixed with 5 bolts, the 7pc Maple/Purpleheart/Rosewood neck is extremely stable. It transmits the string vibration to the body well and stays in tune when played with firm intonation. The gorgeous body top of SRAS7 consists of a beautiful Poplar Burl and Ash wood enhanced by a Dragon Eye Burst finish. Deeper cutaway design provides easier access to the upper frets. The detachable finger rest offers two options; placing your thumb near the fretboard outline or in an upper location. The fretted part is generated by SRAS Super J pickups specially designed for this model. It provides a clear, bright and rich dynamic tone. The fretless part is generated by Aerosilk Piezo system. It enhances an acoustic and wooden sound of similar to an upright bass. With various tonal possibilities provided by the three-way selection of pickup options magnetic, piezo or a mix of both, the SRAS7 will inspire your musical creativity and curiosity. The Mono-rail V is the ultimate bridge for bass string isolation. Each bridge is independently and securely locked down to the body for maximum vibration transfer without interference. The "Ashula" expands the possibilities of bass guitar in ways you have never experienced. Neck type 7pc Maple/Purpleheart/Rosewood neck Body Poplar Burl/Ash/Walnut top/Rosewood/ Mahogany back body Fretboard Rosewood(Fretted part)/Purpleheart(Fretless part) w/Ashula special inlay Fret Fretless for 7th to 5th strings/Medium frets for 4th to 1st strings Bridge Monorail V Bridge(fretted), Custom Monorail V Bridge for AeroSilk Piezo System(Fretless) (16㎜ String Spacing /17mm Spacing between 4th and 5th strings) Neck pickup SRAS Super J neck pickup(Fretted) Bridge pickup SRAS Super J bridge pickup(Fretted) Equalizer Ibanez 2band eq(fretted), Active Tone control(fretless) with Piezo/Mix/Magnetic 3way pickup selector Hardware color Black matte String gauge .045,.065,.085,.105 (+ .045,.065,.080 Flat wound) Factory tuning 1G, 2D, 3A, 4E (+ 5G, 6D, 7A) Case/bag Special hardshell case for SRAS7 included

I've sold my big rig, which began to see less and less use. I just don't play as often as I'd like due to work/other commitments and coming home after a long day to then load a heavy amp head into a car down 3 flights of stairs (old school large building built into modern apartments) is just NOPE. It was a great piece of gear as a whole, more so the amp itself, but I don't need it. I have also gained more space in my house! I'm settled with bass gear. Even the latest models aren't really tempting me. The only one I'd consider now is the latest Mesa D800+ mainly because it has engineers from Genz working on it. But, over £1k? I just don't need it. I have no cabs larger than a 2x12 now. I'd never go back to a normal 4x10...if I suddenly joined a touring successful band I'd opt for a big 4x12 from Bergantino or Aguilar but I can't see it happening. Whatever works for you is good.

[quote name='scalpy' timestamp='1483428981' post='3206978'] You'll need a heavy wallet! [/quote] Yeah...£1350...NOPE.

I still own mine (not a surprise - I tend to hold onto things for a long time if they work well) and I'm 100% satisfied with it. I have zero intention of buying any more basses now, mainly because I don't need any but also because I'd be paying about 1/3+ more nowadays for a new one compared to 1-2 years back. When I compare this to the new 'Professional' Series, I see absolutely no reason why there is such an insane price jump for such dull specs.

GIN.

That the world contains a LOT of dreamers and time wasters.

[quote name='HazBeen' timestamp='1482224621' post='3198522'] Makes you wonder why we have to pay so much for the original.... don't get me wrong I absolutely love my B7K (and B3K before it) and Fuzz, but have always felt they were a tad on the expensive side. [/quote] I often wonder this in the pedal world, obviously more so with the boutique effects. I imagine a lot of the costs involved are R&D and setup. But yeah, they are pricey.

Wow, are they really that much?! I was going to recommend a 5 string Musicman of some sort, probably a 5 HS or HH. I would save that £900+ and get a second hand Stingray 5.

Current price is WAY too high...

[quote name='mr zed' timestamp='1481712326' post='3194415'] The 25th Anniversary/Reflex HSS has the rear humbucker closer to the bridge than the sweet-spot. [/quote] Correct - I forgot about that bass.

[quote name='HazBeen' timestamp='1481713021' post='3194420'] The HH/HS versions do not have the rear pickup in the same "sweet spot" location and whilst they sound good, to me they don't sound quite like a Stingray. Same with Fender PJ models, P pickup is lightly moved forward making them a little darker. The HS I had sounded a little more tinny on back pickup, it never sounded as good as my good old 4 string H. [/quote] Sorry, this is incorrect. The Sterling/Stingray/Reflex HH and HS in 4 and 5 string have the traditional H in exactly the same spot. It is only the Bongo HH and HS that is different, (and as noted about, the 25th Anniversary HSS/Reflex HSS).

As far as I know, apart from the double pickup Bongo and 25th/Reflex HSS (not the H or HH), ALL Musicman basses in 4 and 5 string (and 6 if you include the Bongo H) that have a humbucker at the rear near the bridge have the classic Musicman humbucker in the Musicman sweetspot. That includes the single pickup Bongo. The only one I cannot be 100% certain on is the Sabre but I'm sure it has the same position. Obviously anything like the Big Al SSS 4 and 5 string don't have the usual humbucker, so it does not apply.

If I had to start again, I honestly don't know what I'd do as the market has a bewildering amount of options. I know others may disagree, but personally if I was playing fairly aggressive / fast music (especially like I was back when I played more punk a few years back) I'd want a cabinet that does have an adjustable tweeter of some sort. Purely because I personally like the ability to dial in clean grind and treble sheen....and I turn it right down or off for more fuzzy/driven tones. You could 'probably' replace that cabinet setup with a high end lightweight 2x12 and be done. Then power it with a decent amp. There are cabs from Barefaced, Bergantino and Genzler. E.g. http://www.genzleramplification.com/product/MG-212T/MAGELLAN-212T.html?cid=17 The new Peavey Lightweight bass amps are meant to be great. Lot's of options for lightweight amps, like Aguilar, TC, Markbass, Darkglass, Genzler (and second hand Genz Benz amps)....the list goes on. I would probably not recommend the LM3...because for the money they charge for a fairly 'old' design, you may as well opt for a new design with greater headroom (you might need it if you play fairly loud and get a very high end cabinet).