Spector 5 string

[Woody1957]

I have a budget of around £1500, so which model, new or used would you recommend please.

I've never played a Spector before so I don't know a lot about them.

My search for a Warwick Streamer LX 5 that I missed out on a couple of years ago on here are very hard to find unfortunately.

Thanks in advance, Woody.

[binky_bass]

A used Spector Euro 5LX would be a good shout... 

 

Unless you're exceptionally lucky to find a US one for that price! (Did once buy a US 5 for £500...)

 

I've owed a fair few Euro and US Spectors and as utterly lovely the US ones are, there really is not a huge amount of difference between them and a Euro ones. 

 

@cetera is your man for all things Spector! 

 

Would definitely recommend used... New Euros are crazy money these days (US ones require a mortgage). 

[cetera]

A used Euro 5LX would be your best shout for proper classic Spector looks and tone. Necks can be a little chunky though so be sure it's your thing... new ones are £2.5k+ but used should be between £1400-£1800. This is a beauty that deserves a good offer: 

The best value for money though would probably be a Pulse II 5-string. You can get a new one for approx £1200 (e.g. https://www.bassdirect.co.uk/product/spector-ns-pulse-ii-5-ultra-violet-matte/ or https://www.bassdirect.co.uk/product/spector-ns-pulse-ii-5-black-cherry-matte/) and a used one for under £900. The neck on this is a beautiful satin smooth roasted maple with an ebony board. If you don't like the preamp just upgrade to an LHZ preamp (https://lhzpreampshop.com/products/lhz04preamp) and use the code 'GARYPB' at checkout for 10% off!

[MichaelDean]

For £869, I'm really enjoying my new NS Icon 5. It's a lovely bass at that price and definitley has the Spector DNA in it even if it isn't totally traditional electronics wise. I feel like a used Euro would be a safe bet too. I played some 4 string Euros at a bass bash and they were very well put together. 

[Sean]

I know someone selling this...

It’ll need an offer. Gary is spot on with that price range.

[Woody1957]

17 minutes ago, Sean said:

I know someone selling this...

It’ll need an offer. Gary is spot on with that price range.

Could you put him in touch with me please. Cheers, Woody

[Woody1957]

Many thanks to all for your advice and recommendations.....what a great place the Basschat forum is..

 

Please keep your comments coming. Cheers, Woody

[Sean]

2 hours ago, Woody1957 said:

Could you put him in touch with me please. Cheers, Woody

PM sent

[Woody1957]

Just now, Sean said:

PM sent

😊👍

[Sean]

@Woody1957 any progress? 

[attackbass]

I have a very nice Euro LT5 for sale in the for sale section, if you're still looking!

 

 

[Woody1957]

14 hours ago, Sean said:

@Woody1957 any progress? 

Not yet mate thanks...still on holiday at the mo. My preference is still at Streamer LX 5 tho.👍

[Woody1957]

8 hours ago, attackbass said:

I have a very nice Euro LT5 for sale in the for sale section, if you're still looking!

 

 

Im still looking but lm on holiday at the mo. Im really trying to hold out for a Streamer lx5 if lm honest mate. Yours is a very nice bass though👍

[binky_bass]

Keep your eye on eBay... I picked up a proper German LX6 for £500 earlier this year. 

[Cornwall Steve]

On 19/12/2025 at 11:36, Sean said:

I know someone selling this...

It’ll need an offer. Gary is spot on with that price range.

That's a very nice example of a fine looking Spector. Has it sold yet?

[Cornwall Steve]

On 28/12/2025 at 07:12, binky_bass said:

Keep your eye on eBay... I picked up a proper German LX6 for £500 earlier this year. 

Did you really ?😯 Whoa, kicking myself for missing that one 😣

Not that I'm jealous or anything 😥

[binky_bass]

8 minutes ago, Cornwall Steve said:

Did you really ?😯 Whoa, kicking myself for missing that one 😣

Not that I'm jealous or anything 😥

Just to rub it in... 😆 It's quite glorious.

 

[Sean]

25 minutes ago, Cornwall Steve said:

That's a very nice example of a fine looking Spector. Has it sold yet?

I'm not sure. I put @Woody1957 in touch with the seller and that was the last I heard. 

 

I can send you the seller's details if you want. 

[Cornwall Steve]

2 hours ago, binky_bass said:

Just to rub it in... 😆 It's quite glorious.

 

That's some bass, Man. Enjoy 🤓 👍And thanks for posting the photo.

[Cornwall Steve]

2 hours ago, Sean said:

I'm not sure. I put @Woody1957 in touch with the seller and that was the last I heard. 

 

I can send you the seller's details if you want. 

I'd love to. But suffering Post - Christmas  bank account 💰 plus I need to settle up with the Tax Man before the end of this month before I can fork out on any more 🎸

I'm certainly in the market for a 5 string Spector (I already have a 4) and just curious to know how much the seller was looking for 🤔

Many thanks for the offer though.