Members 82Daion Posted January 29, 2008 Members Share Posted January 29, 2008 I am keeping the Alembic for now due to an unexpected change in circumstance. Please disregard this thread at your leisure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Rippin' Robin Posted January 29, 2008 Members Share Posted January 29, 2008 DUDE! RSB's got the sweetest of Modulus quantum 5's for sale... $1300 including Modulus HSC, if I'm correct. Now go and buy it!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members catphish Posted January 29, 2008 Members Share Posted January 29, 2008 Looks like I'm changing basses again, as I can't afford to keep the Alembic.So, I'm looking to get a quality bass that I don't have to take out a loan to buy.Preferably, I'd be after something in the $1000-2000 range, as stated in the title. New or used. So, considering these factors, I'm looking at:New Music Man 5-string (Bongo, SR5)Used Modulus Quantum (5 or 6)Used Zon Sonus 5Used Warwick (Thumb NT, SSII, ?)Anyone have any other suggestions? Fender-style basses aren't my thing, but otherwise, I'm pretty open-minded when it comes to basses. If you're looking for a tried and true work horse, you can't beat the quantum, IMO. Wash and Wear. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members burdizzos Posted January 29, 2008 Members Share Posted January 29, 2008 Try a Cirrus. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members y-o-y Posted January 29, 2008 Members Share Posted January 29, 2008 Is a Lakland 55-94 too much of a fender-style bass? If not, you can find em used for under $2000 all day long. For Example Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members L-1329 Posted January 29, 2008 Members Share Posted January 29, 2008 Man, that was your dream bass, are you sure there's no possible way you can keep it? Could you sell a cab or amp or something to get by until you can save up a little more? It really sucks if you have to let it go so soon, hopefully you could figure out a way to keep it... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Super Bass Posted January 29, 2008 Members Share Posted January 29, 2008 Man, that was your dream bass, are you sure there's no possible way you can keep it? Could you sell a cab or amp or something to get by until you can save up a little more? It really sucks if you have to let it go so soon, hopefully you could figure out a way to keep it... I agree, is there any way you can keep it? Does it have to go? Its going to be more expensive if you want to get another one down the line. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members fretless Posted January 29, 2008 Members Share Posted January 29, 2008 Lacewood , yuk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members justinbass Posted January 29, 2008 Members Share Posted January 29, 2008 Try a Cirrus. Agreed. Amazing basses for well under a grand used. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members guitargod0dmw Posted January 29, 2008 Members Share Posted January 29, 2008 New Music Man 5-string (Bongo, SR5)Used Modulus Quantum (5 or 6) These would be my suggestions. Try em' and see what you like better! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators ThudMaker Posted January 29, 2008 Moderators Share Posted January 29, 2008 Peavey CirrusMTD Z5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members RSBro Posted January 29, 2008 Members Share Posted January 29, 2008 Yeah my Q5 has been dually spoken for, but one has backed out, and the other is iffy, but I'd love for you to have it if they both back out, which happens a lot on TB... And if you wanted I'd cut you a deal on this Thumb 6. It truly is impeccable, and by far one of the comfiest basses I've ever played, even being a 6'er. There is also a Q6 on TB right now in a sweet burst finish. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members 82Daion Posted January 29, 2008 Author Members Share Posted January 29, 2008 Well, I just got a break on the payments for the Alembic for this month, so things aren't as dire as they initially seemed. The bass stays for now. Thanks for the suggestions-we'll see how things work out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Kindness Posted January 29, 2008 Moderators Share Posted January 29, 2008 I'm sorry to hear this Chris. I doubt I have any new bass ideas you haven't already considered, but I'd rather think of ways for you to keep the Alembic anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members the hammer Posted January 29, 2008 Members Share Posted January 29, 2008 Looks like I'm changing basses again, as I can't afford to keep the Alembic.So, I'm looking to get a quality bass that I don't have to take out a loan to buy.Preferably, I'd be after something in the $1000-2000 range, as stated in the title. New or used. So, considering these factors, I'm looking at:New Music Man 5-string (Bongo, SR5)Used Modulus Quantum (5 or 6)Used Zon Sonus 5Used Warwick (Thumb NT, SSII, ?)Anyone have any other suggestions? Fender-style basses aren't my thing, but otherwise, I'm pretty open-minded when it comes to basses. you just got that bass! You are such a puss:mad: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Givati Posted January 29, 2008 Members Share Posted January 29, 2008 I know everyone has there own opinion so here is mine. I'm a Lakland fan through and through. Mine is the 55-02. I didn't see a huge difference in the US made 55-94 to pay the higher price. Never played an Alembic, they must be killer. Some day maybe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members i_wanna_les_paul Posted January 29, 2008 Members Share Posted January 29, 2008 I've got a Schecter Model T 5-string I'd sell you for much less than $1000...even if you don't need to sell the Alembic, I'll still sell you the Schecter... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Emprov Posted January 29, 2008 Members Share Posted January 29, 2008 I know everyone has there own opinion so here is mine. I'm a Lakland fan through and through. Mine is the 55-02. I didn't see a huge difference in the US made 55-94 to pay the higher price. Never played an Alembic, they must be killer. Some day maybe. I have a 55-94, used to have a 55-02 as a backup and the neck on the 94 was much nicer IMO. It was much, much faster and felt more stable -- guess it has something to do with quartersawn vs flatsawn, that's all I can figure. And, even though the electronics are the same, the fact that the -94 cost me $700 more immediately makes it sound a ton better than the cheaper import. Seriously though, I also have a Spector Rebop that has the high end electronics in it, I much prefer the tone of that bass to my Lakland. If I could get the Lakland to sound like my Spector, I'd darn near have my perfect bass. For the money though, I'd still go with a 55-94. Me loves that bass! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members jonathan_matos5 Posted January 29, 2008 Members Share Posted January 29, 2008 i think you are in the bottom of custom prices there maybe valenti or lecompte could make you something. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Super Bass Posted January 29, 2008 Members Share Posted January 29, 2008 If you REALLY have to get rid of the Alembic and have no other choice then here's one to think about... Maybe you could pick up an old Aria Pro II SB? I know! I know!, I plug these constantly but a good few people at the Alembic forum have them and like 'em. (I lurk there the odd time ) Some have even put Alembic pickups in the basses! I believe the correct term for those basses is Arialembics Aria also made an SB with Alembic pickups stock (Model no.: SB-LTD), although these are a bit rare. You can pick up an excellent condition SB for way less than $1K. If you need any tips on where to get them let me know Oops, just saw you need a 5'er. Oh well, still one to think about if you want a 4 stringer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members the hammer Posted January 29, 2008 Members Share Posted January 29, 2008 If you REALLY have to get rid of the Alembic and have no other choice then here's one to think about... Maybe you could pick up an old Aria Pro II SB? I know! I know!, I plug these constantly but a good few people at the Alembic forum have them and like 'em. (I lurk there the odd time ) Some have even put Alembic pickups in the basses! I believe the correct term for those basses is Arialembics Aria also made an SB with Alembic pickups stock (Model no.: SB-LTD), although these are a bit rare. You can pick up an excellent condition SB for way less than $1K. If you need any tips on where to get them let me know Oops, just saw you need a 5'er. Oh well, still one to think about if you want a 4 stringer. 82 has played my passive SB-900 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Hotblack Posted January 29, 2008 Members Share Posted January 29, 2008 Roscoe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members RSBro Posted January 29, 2008 Members Share Posted January 29, 2008 Roscoe This is next on my list after the Sterling 5. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members 82Daion Posted January 29, 2008 Author Members Share Posted January 29, 2008 82 has played my passive SB-900 I've played the old Arias, as Hammer said, and they're excellent basses-probably in my top 3 passive basses ever. I liked everything about them-actually, in some ways, I like them more than the Daion. I'm just thankful that I can keep the Alembic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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