rasher80 Posted July 17, 2020 Share Posted July 17, 2020 So here's the state of play... I'm a strictly "at home" player since I left my covers band and the kids came along. My lefty herd was thinned down to the bare bones, but since the start of the year it's grown a bit! 1. Maruszczyk Jake P/JJ 32" 2. Hofner Ignition w/ flats 3. Harley Benton B550 I'd always thought the first 2 would cover me in any scenario. I got the 5er to expand my playing as it's my first but I'd never be in a band where it would get much use. I've never had a Stingray but I really really want one. There are lefty SUB 4s kicking around for not too much Am I just being greedy having a load of instruments sat around only getting minimal play or should I scratch that itch??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lozz196 Posted July 17, 2020 Share Posted July 17, 2020 If you can afford it, do it. I’m similar, I have some nice basses and only a non-gigging band, but playing bass is my hobby so why not have the instruments I want, providing I have the funds of course. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnR Posted July 17, 2020 Share Posted July 17, 2020 If it makes you happy then do it. There's nothing wrong with indulging yourself if you have the spare funds. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rasher80 Posted July 17, 2020 Author Share Posted July 17, 2020 Well that's how I've been feeling about it to be honest. I know that I want to give one a go and being a big fan of Bernard Edwards I'll definitely enjoy playing it! I love the black/black/maple combo and honestly don't know why I've not tried one before now. Plus if I ever rejoined an indie covers band it would fit the sound and look. Win win! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al Krow Posted July 17, 2020 Share Posted July 17, 2020 If you really want to be talked out of getting another bass, then spend some time on this thread: However, if you actually don't want to be persuaded to make do and mend, this is the thread for you 😉 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rasher80 Posted July 17, 2020 Author Share Posted July 17, 2020 Anyone know why these are differently priced? They look like the same bass to me... https://www.guitarguitar.co.uk/product/170208307497008--music-man-sterling-ray4-black-lh-mn https://www.guitarguitar.co.uk/product/190610344764008--music-man-sterling-sub-series-ray4-left-handed-black Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rasher80 Posted July 17, 2020 Author Share Posted July 17, 2020 Just now, Al Krow said: If you really want to be talked out of getting another bass, then spend some time on this thread: However, if you actually don't want to be persuaded to make do and mend, this is the thread for you 😉 I've been on the second thread a few times the last couple of days... I think that tells its own story! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reggaebass Posted July 17, 2020 Share Posted July 17, 2020 I don’t think you’re being greedy at all, if it’s something you enjoy doing then why not get what you want. For years I couldn’t afford nice basses and now I can so I buy buy buy 🙂 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rasher80 Posted July 17, 2020 Author Share Posted July 17, 2020 3 minutes ago, Reggaebass said: I don’t think you’re being greedy at all, if it’s something you enjoy doing then why not get what you want. For years I couldn’t afford nice basses and now I can so I buy buy buy 🙂 I could definitely get on board with that mindset! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bassfan Posted July 17, 2020 Share Posted July 17, 2020 1 hour ago, rasher80 said: Am I just being greedy having a load of instruments sat around only getting minimal play or should I scratch that itch??? Is that a trick question??? scratch...... 😂 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ezbass Posted July 17, 2020 Share Posted July 17, 2020 1 hour ago, rasher80 said: I've never had a Stingray but I really really want one. There are lefty SUB 4s kicking around for not too much 1 hour ago, rasher80 said: I love the black/black/maple combo and honestly don't know why I've not tried one before now. Plus if I ever rejoined an indie covers band it would fit the sound and look. Win win! I think the only talking you out of this would involve a hard backed chair, some gaffa tape and a rubber hose. You’ve made a good case and it’s not like you’re going for a full one, US made expense fest. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rasher80 Posted July 17, 2020 Author Share Posted July 17, 2020 (edited) Think it's settled then. I had an inkling I was going to end this thread with a new bass 🤣 Edited July 17, 2020 by rasher80 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ezbass Posted July 17, 2020 Share Posted July 17, 2020 19 minutes ago, rasher80 said: Think it's settled then. I had an inkling I was going to end this thread with a new bass 🤣 Well it is Basschat, it’s what we do. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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