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djenseys
Published on 09/27/09 at 04:08
Other comments reflect the features of this bass.
The main concern is that indeed the battery is located in the housing electronics. This is a major concern in case of breakdown on stage!
I bought mine used 10 years ago for 2000 francs, with my first salary! It was red, with a (very) thick varnish, very robust ... Who jumped because the previous owner had had to drop.
But this defect was compensated by an electronic redone, and a change for Bartolini pickups.
For that price I turn 10. Although this basis is in the 15/20 years and at the time it was argued in the € 1200 / 1500 uros, exclusive of changes.
UTILIZATION
I completely stripped, since it is raw wood, good quality, I oiled for a natural finish.
At the handle, it is nicer than the thick varnish (one of the few instruments with a neck as thick paints and varnishes). It is now faster and more pleasant to the touch. Channel 3-piece, very rigid and it has never moved.
This is the highlight of this low, it is very thin and the action is very low.
The ergonomics are great, fairly light weight and well balanced. No worries about access to acute.
The sound is nickel, Bartolini are very detailed. They may lack a bit of roundness, which is largely offset, fortunately by electronics. That might be the weak point of my instrument.
SOUNDS
Super versatile, all styles suit him.
OVERALL OPINION
A very good instrument.
Timeless, either in style or sound.
The main concern is that indeed the battery is located in the housing electronics. This is a major concern in case of breakdown on stage!
I bought mine used 10 years ago for 2000 francs, with my first salary! It was red, with a (very) thick varnish, very robust ... Who jumped because the previous owner had had to drop.
But this defect was compensated by an electronic redone, and a change for Bartolini pickups.
For that price I turn 10. Although this basis is in the 15/20 years and at the time it was argued in the € 1200 / 1500 uros, exclusive of changes.
UTILIZATION
I completely stripped, since it is raw wood, good quality, I oiled for a natural finish.
At the handle, it is nicer than the thick varnish (one of the few instruments with a neck as thick paints and varnishes). It is now faster and more pleasant to the touch. Channel 3-piece, very rigid and it has never moved.
This is the highlight of this low, it is very thin and the action is very low.
The ergonomics are great, fairly light weight and well balanced. No worries about access to acute.
The sound is nickel, Bartolini are very detailed. They may lack a bit of roundness, which is largely offset, fortunately by electronics. That might be the weak point of my instrument.
SOUNDS
Super versatile, all styles suit him.
OVERALL OPINION
A very good instrument.
Timeless, either in style or sound.