JTUK Posted September 13, 2015 Share Posted September 13, 2015 There is a Fender P bass 5 on Bass Direct. looks interesting altho I'd like a j pickup on the bridge as well. http://www.bassdirect.co.uk/bass_guitar_specialists/Fender_USA_P_5_standard.html As an alternative to Fodera..??? but you do use a P-bass a lot, you say..? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sibob Posted September 13, 2015 Share Posted September 13, 2015 If I wasn't already Fodera'd up, I think I'd be looking to try a Maruszczyk Sputnik, they look great! [IMG]http://i59.tinypic.com/21bocuu.jpg[/IMG] Often, woods are woods, some places will let them sit for longer, so will perhaps be more resonant etc, but only Foderas have their proprietary preamp, which is going to he a lot of the sound! A Maru with an Aguilar pre would be great I think. Si Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
three Posted September 13, 2015 Share Posted September 13, 2015 Had a lovely very high spec MG5 for a while - excellent build and timbers with a focused and tight, but rich core tone and good flexibility via the pre. I'm not sure there's a 'characteristic' Fodera sound (there are so many variables), however, I'd say that Overwater provide a good alternative and cover most of the bases (similar core tone and flexibility). I find Overwaters a little large and chunky, but no more than most Foderas (that's why I had the relatively petite MG). Good build and lots of options with Overwater too. Second hand prices with Overwater tend to be weak so easy to pick-up a good neck-through at reasonable cost. The more I think of it, aesthetic aside, Overwaters get pretty close to some core Fodera characteristics Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Musashimonkey Posted September 13, 2015 Share Posted September 13, 2015 Yep, I'd agree with the Overwater comments, I had a progress 3 neck thru that fitted that description. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesBass Posted September 14, 2015 Author Share Posted September 14, 2015 Having looked at a number of different luthiers and basses, I think I've narrowed it all down some more. On the list to contact are; Marleaux, Maruszczyck, Overwater, and Fodera. A single cut is definitely the style I'm after, or a Jazz shape, more like the Fodera Emperor. Tone wise I want versatility, I'm doing a lot of different style gigs now where a P bass just isn't shining, I mean there's not too much wrong with the P, but I just don't feel it's the best choice for some of the gigs and stuff I do. Cheers for the advice everyone! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nuf Posted September 14, 2015 Share Posted September 14, 2015 After thinking about it, I realized that some other luthiers can make good fodera-looking basses... And I should know about it :lollarge: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CamdenRob Posted September 14, 2015 Share Posted September 14, 2015 I haven't played an F bass but they look pretty good and are fodera esq looking to my eyes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiwi Posted September 14, 2015 Share Posted September 14, 2015 Noone's mentioned WoodnTronics yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sibob Posted September 14, 2015 Share Posted September 14, 2015 [quote name='Kiwi' timestamp='1442223625' post='2865204'] Noone's mentioned WoodnTronics yet. [/quote] Yup, very nice sounding basses, that have a Fodera vibe. Not quite keen on their single cut shapes though. Definitly worth a look though. Si Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paulhauser Posted September 14, 2015 Share Posted September 14, 2015 James, there is a Hungarian luthier MLP who makes excellent basses that are customizable to a large extent and I think you could get a lot of bass even within your budget. While I think that Fodera is not only a body shape or some marketing hype or such MLP does a a good job that is based on Fodera amongst others but has its own take as well. Fodera Artist Tamas Barabas helped a lot launching some of the models so there is an other Fodera inspiration/connection. Check out their YT channel for sounds: https://www.youtube.com/user/MLPCustomBass/videos http://mlpguitars.com/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sibob Posted September 14, 2015 Share Posted September 14, 2015 Probably also worth mentioning that there's a very nice looking Warwick Thumb single cut for sale on the board here, in your budget. Never tried one, but could be an idea. Si Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Musashimonkey Posted September 14, 2015 Share Posted September 14, 2015 [quote name='JamesBass' timestamp='1442215281' post='2865111'] On the list to contact are; Marleaux, Maruszczyck, Overwater, and Fodera. A single cut is definitely the style I'm after, or a Jazz shape, more like the Fodera Emperor. [/quote] Well, you can't go wrong with that selection! 😀 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eevespete Posted September 14, 2015 Share Posted September 14, 2015 For that kind of budget you should get a beaut regardless.. I play a Fodera Imperial and I hands down hold it as the best bass I've played - thats probably an even mixture of my soul telling me it is and my wallet telling me it IT WANTS TO BE!.. Are Fodera the best? I don't really care about that.. Owning one hasn't stopped me gassing for a Pedulla fretless, a Mattisson or one of the new Ken Smith Singlecuts .. I think your purchase whatever the case just needs to gel with how and what you play - the shape and the fancy bits aren't too important if its singing and you're digging playing it.. If it's an instrument to play over a lifetime then whats a daft £6000-£12,000 among friends Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roland Rock Posted September 14, 2015 Share Posted September 14, 2015 (edited) Never tried a Fodera, but on the subject of Wood & Tronics, I know that Enrico spent a lot of time at the Fodera workshop, and used this experience as inspiration when he went back to Italy to make W&T instruments. It is certainly evident in the exquisite laminated 's' shaped neck joints on the thru-necks. Edited September 14, 2015 by Roland Rock Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sibob Posted September 14, 2015 Share Posted September 14, 2015 Very true about the neck joints, Wood & Tronics and Maruszczyk are the most like Fodera in that regard I think. Si Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesBass Posted September 14, 2015 Author Share Posted September 14, 2015 Having looked and listened more, Maruszczky seem to be fast becoming my first choice, all be it modified a touch... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eevespete Posted September 14, 2015 Share Posted September 14, 2015 Check 'Zakrzewski' too .. I had one and sold it and I shouldn't have. They'll come in pretty much on budget I would have thought. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skej21 Posted September 14, 2015 Share Posted September 14, 2015 (edited) One of the nicest/similar I've seen in terms of looks is a company called 'Kudritsky'... Never tried one but here's an example! Edited September 14, 2015 by skej21 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiwi Posted September 14, 2015 Share Posted September 14, 2015 I've played a few Foderas and a few WoodnTronics. The Foderas are definitely more consistent in their tone but W+T are pretty close when you get a bright sounding instrument. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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