5 string active bass

  1. ColonelZulu

    SOLD Spector Euro NS-5 CRFM ColaBurst Best Offer?

    Plus shipping CONUS. Stunning looks and tone. This is the finest 5 string I’ve ever played. I have it dated as mid-1999. Solid Maple Body Wings Rosewood Fretboard Abalone Dot Inlays Solid Brass Bridge EMG Active Pickups EMG BTS Circuit 34” scale 11 lbs No dings or scratches. Just some surface...
  2. M

    Anyone Else Experience Wiring Problems with the Warwick $$ Corvette RB?

    Hey all, long story short I purchased a Warwick RB Corvette $$ 5 string (the 4 knob active preamp system), and over the next few days, something was off with the wiring (I had taken it back to a tech at the music shop the day after purchasing it due to something I messed up with the nut, and he...
  3. Ernie Ball Musicman HS 5 String5
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    For sale Ernie Ball Musicman HS 5 String5

    Absolutely flawless USA Stingray 5 HS. Designed by the legend Leo Fender. Built in 2006 - this is one of the first HS models in the US. I had it custom built with ash body, vintage sunburst finish, a tortoise pickguard, single coil pickup in the neck position and matching headstock. A...
    $1,999.00
  4. M

    SOLD Ernie Ball Musicman HS 5 String5

    Absolutely flawless USA Stingray 5 HS. Designed by the legend Leo Fender. Built in 2006 - this is one of the first HS models in the US. I had it custom built with ash body, vintage sunburst finish, a tortoise pickguard, single coil pickup in the neck position and matching headstock. A...
  5. Roscoe century standard 5
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    For sale Roscoe century standard 5

    Excellent condition With very little, if any visible wear. 35" scale, 18mm spacing, 9.3 lbs Bartolini pickups and preamp Hipshot bridge and tuners Comes with bag For sale only. Payment by venmo Shipping only to the US MAY CONSIDER A MICRO BASS HEAD PLUS CASH. SEND PICTURES
    $1,800.00
  6. G

    SOLD Roscoe century standard 5

    Excellent condition With very little, if any visible wear. 35" scale, 18mm spacing, 9.3 lbs Bartolini pickups and preamp Hipshot bridge and tuners Comes with bag For sale only. Payment by venmo Shipping only to the US MAY CONSIDER A MICRO BASS HEAD PLUS CASH. SEND PICTURES
  7. Sandberg California II TM5 BK - Shipping Included
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    For sale Sandberg California II TM5 BK - Shipping Included

    Hi All, I bought this a couple of months ago and have come to the conclusion that 5 Strings are not really for me. I need to keep one in my arsenal, but I'm going to purchase (or trade) a less expensive 5'er because I'm cheap and cant justify the cost of this instrument as a secondary bass...
    $1,600.00
  8. markbmbass

    SOLD Sandberg California II TM5 BK - Shipping Included

    Hi All, I bought this a couple of months ago and have come to the conclusion that 5 Strings are not really for me. I need to keep one in my arsenal, but I'm going to purchase (or trade) a less expensive 5'er because I'm cheap and cant justify the cost of this instrument as a secondary bass...
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    Heaviest gauge on Schecter Stiletto Stealth 5 string

    Hello, I'm wondering what's the heaviest gauge string anyone's fit into the nut on a Schecter Stiletto Stealth 5 string bass without having to file out the nut. I'm just interested in the low B string space. I want to drop it to A and the Kalium string tension calculator shows a .148 at A has...
  10. Price Drop! Lakland Skyline 55-02 Deluxe Spalted Maple - Delano Hybrid pickups
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    For sale Price Drop! Lakland Skyline 55-02 Deluxe Spalted Maple - Delano Hybrid pickups

    Here is the most stunning Spalted Maple 55-02 you will probably ever see! It has been upgraded with a Bartolini NMTB+ F preamp, a Delano JC 5 AL neck pickup, and the Delano Hybrid bridge pickup. I've had my luthier wire the Hybrid pickup for 3 way switching between Series, Parallel, and true...
    $1,450.00
  11. Gmccassey

    SOLD Price Drop! Lakland Skyline 55-02 Deluxe Spalted Maple - Delano Hybrid pickups

    Here is the most stunning Spalted Maple 55-02 you will probably ever see! It has been upgraded with a Bartolini NMTB+ F preamp, a Delano JC 5 AL neck pickup, and the Delano Hybrid bridge pickup. I've had my luthier wire the Hybrid pickup for 3 way switching between Series, Parallel, and true...
  12. LTD AP-5
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    For sale LTD AP-5

    ***Price Reduction!! Now $650*** Up for sale is my most recent acquisition this LTD AP-5! It features an active EMG p/j system, Babicz Full Contact Bridge, ebony fretboard w/abalone markers and matching headstock in Pelham blue. The price includes a basic roto-mold case w/keys and black...
    $700.00
  13. ghostinthemach

    SOLD LTD AP-5

    ***Price Reduction!! Now $650*** Up for sale is my most recent acquisition this LTD AP-5! It features an active EMG p/j system, Babicz Full Contact Bridge, ebony fretboard w/abalone markers and matching headstock in Pelham blue. The price includes a basic roto-mold case w/keys and black...
  14. Alembic Epic 5

    Alembic Epic 5

  15. DrThumpenstein

    NBD: Music Man Sterling Stingray 5

    TL;DR Excellent value and pleasant GC experience resulting in a fun, nice-playing, great sounding bass. I’ve been having a little low-grade GAS. for a 5-string for a while. And for a Stingray too. Last night I decided it was time to pull the trigger. Band’s doing a song that would be better...
  16. GodPlayedBass

    Anybody bought from a pawn shop?

    Been eyeing a 5 string bass thats been sitting in this pawnshop near me for about 3 months. Anybody ever bought from a pawn shop before? Post experiences below please.
  17. xI Jonathan Ix

    5 String Active, Ibanez or Yamaha?

    So I play hard rock in two bands and I’m needing a five string for one of them. My Fender P is active (18v) and I’d prefer something with a nice, hot signal so I don’t have to change much on my rig between basses. I’ve narrowed it down to the two brands mentioned but, I’m still open to other...
  18. B

    Switching to a 5 string bass

    Bass Friends! I am relatively new to bass playing (2.5 years) and I am thinking about switching basses. I am currently playing a 2018 MIM Fender P and I have so much desire to switch to a 5 string. When I first started playing I was really into Pino and those cats but now I have really been...
  19. 2016 Sadowsky MetroLine RV-59 Burst
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    For sale 2016 Sadowsky MetroLine RV-59 Burst

    Hey, Pictures of the Sadowsky case Prince drop before trying another method of selling. I'm hoping the less expensive Metro Express has not ruined the market for the MetroLine series. The new MetroLine like this is 3K. Your would save 700 plus the tax in your state. Thanks for looking...
    $2,300.00
  20. R

    SOLD 2016 Sadowsky MetroLine RV-59 Burst

    Hey, Pictures of the Sadowsky case Prince drop before trying another method of selling. I'm hoping the less expensive Metro Express has not ruined the market for the MetroLine series. The new MetroLine like this is 3K. Your would save 700 plus the tax in your state. Thanks for looking...
  21. Spector Legend 5 Classic as new! SERIOUS PRICE DROP! $650.00 THIS WEEKEND ONLY!!
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    For sale Spector Legend 5 Classic as new! SERIOUS PRICE DROP! $650.00 THIS WEEKEND ONLY!!

    Looking mainly for a good 4 string, if you have the same bass I am selling in a 4 string then that would be great!! The trade value for my bass is $750.00. These are great basses and I don't mind keeping it, but I need a nice 4 banger at this time. Price includes shipping in the Conus. Will come...
    $650.00
  22. FenderCharles

    No longer available Spector Legend 5 Classic as new! SERIOUS PRICE DROP! $650.00 THIS WEEKEND ONLY!!

    Looking mainly for a good 4 string, if you have the same bass I am selling in a 4 string then that would be great!! The trade value for my bass is $750.00. These are great basses and I don't mind keeping it, but I need a nice 4 banger at this time. Price includes shipping in the Conus. Will come...
  23. Quin Harris

    Schecter or Sire?

    So i've been looking for a new 5 string recently, one to play metal with, specifically the Parallax type tones with INTERVALS type music. I have a few requirements: 2 pickups, active, and 35" inch scale (also below 800ish dollars). I have narrowed it down to two options: A sire M7 (or an M5) and...
  24. Pensa 2018 J-534 5 string bass - Like new!
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    For sale Pensa 2018 J-534 5 string bass - Like new!

    I am selling my basically unused sienna-burst Pensa 2018 J-534 5 String. I spent hours picking this one out of the five Pensas that Rudy's NYC has in stock at the time. It was the best of all worlds, not the brightest sounding one but not the darkest. Both Zeke at Rudy's and I agreed that this...
    $4,250.00
  25. larry heinemann

    SOLD Pensa 2018 J-534 5 string bass - Like new!

    I am selling my basically unused sienna-burst Pensa 2018 J-534 5 String. I spent hours picking this one out of the five Pensas that Rudy's NYC has in stock at the time. It was the best of all worlds, not the brightest sounding one but not the darkest. Both Zeke at Rudy's and I agreed that this...
  26. Quin Harris

    Ibanez multiscale basses

    ONLY REPLY TO THIS POLL IF YOU HAVE PLAYED ANY IBANEZ MULTISCALE BASS. I have been looking for a good 5 string multiscale bass to play mainly prog metal and heavier stuff, and came across the Ibanez EHB and SRMS basses. I had seen them before, but prior to about a month ago I would have no use...
  27. madjazzbass

    Gassin' Again; the Sire M7 series

    In the past few days I've been looking at and listening to videos and reading reviews of the new Sire/Marcus Miller M7 series and my "GAS" list just keeps getting longer. These Basses look and sound absolutely amazing and I believe I should own at LEAST one (5 string):smug:. The 5's (like the...
  28. Price Drop Ken Smith Design Proto 5 J bass
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    For sale Price Drop Ken Smith Design Proto 5 J bass

    In great condition only some light wear from being played. Sinks on the HS and one in the front that’s barely noticeable from the front row. All electronics work as they should. The neck is set up just right and feels good to play. Weighs in at 10 lbs 0.8 oz. Recreating the magic from the 60's...
    $700.00
  29. Rapisme

    No longer available Price Drop Ken Smith Design Proto 5 J bass

    In great condition only some light wear from being played. Sinks on the HS and one in the front that’s barely noticeable from the front row. All electronics work as they should. The neck is set up just right and feels good to play. Weighs in at 10 lbs 0.8 oz. Recreating the magic from the 60's...
  30. Quin Harris

    Is a 3 band EQ worth the extra money?

    I have always wanted a bass with a 3 band EQ, but from what I've heard, many people don't use it as much as they thought they would when they bought it. Do you guys use your 3 band EQ?
  31. MIJ 2020 Ibanez Prestige SR5005 Mint Condition
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    For sale MIJ 2020 Ibanez Prestige SR5005 Mint Condition

    Hello TB, Up for sale is my Ibanez Prestige SR5005. The Prestige line is the highest end basses Ibanez offer, made in Japan. SR5005 | SR | ELECTRIC BASSES | PRODUCTS | Ibanez guitars - Mint/flawless condition. - Includes original Ibanez Prestige HSC in mint condition as well. - Weight is...
    $1,850.00
  32. TheMartianBassist

    SOLD MIJ 2020 Ibanez Prestige SR5005 Mint Condition

    Hello TB, Up for sale is my Ibanez Prestige SR5005. The Prestige line is the highest end basses Ibanez offer, made in Japan. SR5005 | SR | ELECTRIC BASSES | PRODUCTS | Ibanez guitars - Mint/flawless condition. - Includes original Ibanez Prestige HSC in mint condition as well. - Weight is...
  33. USA G&L M-2500
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    For sale USA G&L M-2500

    Hello TB, Minty fresh 2016 USA G&L M2500 with a Quilt Maple top. Custom ordered. Basically new. Original G&L hardshell case, case candy, G&L folder with CoA and spec sheet all included. -Swamp Ash body -Quilt Maple top -Tobacco Sunburst w/ matching headstock -Maple neck, Rosewood fingerboard...
    $1,500.00
  34. TheMartianBassist

    SOLD USA G&L M-2500

    Hello TB, Minty fresh 2016 USA G&L M2500 with a Quilt Maple top. Custom ordered. Basically new. Original G&L hardshell case, case candy, G&L folder with CoA and spec sheet all included. -Swamp Ash body -Quilt Maple top -Tobacco Sunburst w/ matching headstock -Maple neck, Rosewood fingerboard...
  35. Beautiful Skjold offset 5 string 35”/ 24 fret
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    For sale Beautiful Skjold offset 5 string 35”/ 24 fret

    5 string 35 inch, 24 fret (not including the zero fret) bass. It has an Ash body with a beautiful exhibition grade Crotch Walnut top and a quarter sawn Maple neck with a Morado fingerboard. I added these awesome custom knobs ($150!) that are also ash with walnut tops. Original Skjold SC-1...
    $3,000.00
  36. bassdudepat

    SOLD Beautiful Skjold offset 5 string 35”/ 24 fret

    5 string 35 inch, 24 fret (not including the zero fret) bass. It has an Ash body with a beautiful exhibition grade Crotch Walnut top and a quarter sawn Maple neck with a Morado fingerboard. I added these awesome custom knobs ($150!) that are also ash with walnut tops. Original Skjold SC-1...
  37. ESP LTD B5-Jr shortscale 5
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    For sale ESP LTD B5-Jr shortscale 5

    LTD B5-Jr short scale 5 string with EMGx pickup upgrade! I bought this one new several years ago thinking it would be a great traveler for me. The original pick up had almost no volume so I immediately upgraded it to an EMGx which fixed that problem :) I have decided I’m not really a short...
    $250.00
  38. Barticus

    SOLD ESP LTD B5-Jr shortscale 5

    LTD B5-Jr short scale 5 string with EMGx pickup upgrade! I bought this one new several years ago thinking it would be a great traveler for me. The original pick up had almost no volume so I immediately upgraded it to an EMGx which fixed that problem :) I have decided I’m not really a short...
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    Need 5 String Help

    I just bought a Sadowsky Satin 5 string as my first 5. I love everything about the 5 except for my inability to mute the strings. It makes playing it not fun at all. Starting over as a beginning player is not what I signed on for. Re-engineering my entire right hand technique (I play right...
  40. J

    Flatwound recommendations for SUB Ray5HH

    Looking for what to put on this new SUB Sterling Ray 5 HH. EB Slinkys came on it and prefer flatwounds, but don't want a real floppy B string.