Members Reta98 Posted November 2, 2009 Members Share Posted November 2, 2009 Hey guys. I'm looking to buy my first bass, and my friend mentioned SX. I really like the way their jazz bass sounds - I found these sound clips on their site. http://sxbasses.com/reviews.html Anybody ever play one of these? I'd like to get some input before I make any decisions. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Thrustin Posted November 2, 2009 Members Share Posted November 2, 2009 Welcome to the HCBF! SX gets mixed reviews around here. If you get one with a good neck, it could be a nice instrument. That is, after you switch out the electronics. Consider a Fender Squire Vintage Modified Jazz. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Pine Apple Slim Posted November 2, 2009 Members Share Posted November 2, 2009 I like my P/J.Good neck, solid body, average fretwork, decent pickups, cheap hardware and pots but servicable.I think the best buy is the straight P bass, easier to upgrade. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members slapthefunkyfour Posted November 2, 2009 Members Share Posted November 2, 2009 I've got an SX Jazz, and I love it. I did a complete setup on it, and kept the original electronics. I love it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members justinbass Posted November 2, 2009 Members Share Posted November 2, 2009 I've got an SX Jazz, and I love it. I did a complete setup on it, and kept the original electronics. I love it. Same experience here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members MarvinDog Posted November 2, 2009 Members Share Posted November 2, 2009 A brother-in-law bought an SX Jazz. I played it. I like it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members frunobulax Posted November 2, 2009 Members Share Posted November 2, 2009 a cheap beginner bass, with the key word being cheap. they feel cheap, they play cheap. i hate the feel of the necks. my $.02 worth. if you don't know if you want to play bass, you'll be hard pressed to find something cheaper. and you won't be out much $$$. but if you know you want a bass, spend your money elsewhere and get a decent entry level instrument. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Thumper Posted November 2, 2009 Members Share Posted November 2, 2009 Pro: They're cheap. Con: They're cheap. Use the search engine for SX, Essex, and/or Rondo---assuming it ever works again. There have been dozens of SX threads in the last several years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members wades_keys Posted November 2, 2009 Members Share Posted November 2, 2009 Look at it as one of the most cost-effective ways to get a pre-finished alder body. The rest is just icing the cake. My g/f's son has a P/J sx that I have spent a fair amount of time playing and setting up. The fretwork is actually pretty good - no rough edges or loose frets, and the overall fretwork is on-par with the MIM fender's. The varnish on the neck is a bit "thick". The bridge and tuners are relatively cheap and clunky. The electronics are low-output and tepid in the tone department. But again: where else can you even get a pre-finished alder body for that price? A great builder bass IMO and certainly playable out of the box: a much better option than a Rogue. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members dabbler Posted November 2, 2009 Members Share Posted November 2, 2009 I have a few, and IMO, yes, it would be a good first bass. Just make sure that you replace the strings soon after getting it and get someone to set it up for you. And in addition to learning how to play your bass, I suggest you get a book on guitar maintenance and learn how to do your own setup. Then, to make it really versatile, look into adding a switchpot that will allow you to connect the pups in series. This will get you something similar to a Precision bass tone (which is quite useful, BTW!). The neck is a little thick (front to back), but if you can get around on an SX, you will have no trouble getting around on pretty much any 4 stringer, and you may in fact find that you prefer thick necks. Whatever you get, let us know what it is and how you do with it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members lug Posted November 2, 2009 Members Share Posted November 2, 2009 I changed the neck for the Geddy Look and left the rest stock. It's a surprisingly aggressive bass! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members wades_keys Posted November 2, 2009 Members Share Posted November 2, 2009 but if you know you want a bass, spend your money elsewhere and get a decent entry level instrument. The SX bass IS a decent entry level instrument. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Tolka Posted November 2, 2009 Members Share Posted November 2, 2009 The SX bass IS a decent entry level instrument. +1. http://www.amazon.com/Tribute-JB2-Natural-Rosewood-Fretboard/dp/B001DL92D6 Dont know what your budget is, but for a little more than the cost of an SX, you could get a G&L Tribute JB2. Well worth the extra money IMO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members frunobulax Posted November 3, 2009 Members Share Posted November 3, 2009 The SX bass IS a cheap entry level instrument. fixed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members RIC N BACKER Posted November 3, 2009 Members Share Posted November 3, 2009 I have the 75 copy with white block inlays. plays and sounds great Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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