[quote name='SteveK' timestamp='1428428516' post='2741198']
Maybe we need to debate what constitutes a debate
The 4 versus 5 string is a perfectly legitimate debate/discussion that will understandably come around every year or two, with contributions from newer members that bring their own views and experiences.
As I said in an earlier post, I'd never given fanned fret basses any thought, but thanks to this thread and Iain's mention of the extra (37") scale length of the B string, it's got me thinking that maybe I should check one out.
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You should definitely check out fanned frets, it gives that B string a whole new feel.