bass 5 string

  1. ElRoc0 Tha Gr81

    Ibanez SDGR 5 Electronics

    Hi all, I have a sdgr 5-string and it is buzzing really bad so I want to exchange the preamp inside. I'm trying to find a manual online or something so I can figure out exactly what I need and then figure out my options as far as what to look for. It have four knobs but I don't know if I need a...
  2. stario

    Noisey Spector Bass

    Hey y'all. I recently acquired a brand new Spector Dimension 5. I'm almost head over heels for it. What's holding me back is the noise introduced when I pull the Master knob for the single coil mode. It's fine with the blend at noon but when I turn one way or the other, the problem presents...
  3. 20220511_125345

    20220511_125345

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  4. OBMuel

    Best Affordable Bass Pickups for my Peavey Millennium BXP series?

    Please is the Emg J5 set active pickups good for my Peavey Millenium BXP series … which is a passive bass ??
  5. R

    Sire P7 Vs. Sadowsky RSD 5 String

    Hi TB'ers I'm in the market for a 5 string PJ bass and think these are the two I'm looking at. I'm wondering if any one has some insight. I currently own a Lakland skyline and love the feel. relatively wide, high radius neck 19/18mm string spacing is likely what I see as important. Also open to...
  6. Searching Music-man stingray5 30th anniversary with flamed neck

    Wanted Searching Music-man stingray5 30th anniversary with flamed neck

    Hello, If you are living in Europe ( or live in US but willing to ship in Europe) and want to sell this bass please contact me. Open to all offers. With respect Spyros Thivaios
  7. Duval Prescott

    Wanted Rob Allen Deep 5 Fretless or MB-2.

    Hey, everyone! Anyone know of or have a Deep 5 fretless for sale? Lined or unlined is cool.. MB-2 (4 or 5 string) also a consideration.. Fretless, of course. I have a nice Edwards Jazz Bass for sale/trade.. Hoping to find someone to take that as a partial trade towards an Allen, and I'll add...
  8. IMG_20200208_174334

    IMG_20200208_174334

    GB Guitars Spitfire 5
  9. IMG_20200208_174350

    IMG_20200208_174350

    GB Guitars Spitfire 5
  10. DA43FD34-358D-4C4F-B750-F7FD1D6AFC60

    DA43FD34-358D-4C4F-B750-F7FD1D6AFC60

    wierd japanese bass
  11. S

    Repeating Notes, different pitches

    I will start by admitting that I am not a seasoned bass player - but I do record bass riffs and piece my compositions together in Cubase. I have 5 string Ibanez Ergodyne with active pickups. Something I have noticed today is that when I play the same 2 notes on my E-string, each note is not in...
  12. AFR5PBP-DTF Body

    AFR5PBP-DTF Body

    Ibanez Affirma 5 String in Deep Twilight Flat
  13. AFR5PBP-DTF

    AFR5PBP-DTF

    Ibanez Affirma 5 String in Deep Twilight Flat
  14. American deluxe P bass V (Bass neck)

    For sale American deluxe P bass V (Bass neck)

    35 scale length! C shaped neck Fretboard radius 10 Maple fretboard Maple neck Abalone dot inlays Medium jumbo frets This is the neck for the 2006 American deluxe P bass V, I have had my share of basses and bass bodies and necks! This one is a vintage! And discontinued item! Maybe you have the...
    $575.00
  15. ACbasedGod

    For Sale American deluxe P bass V (Bass neck)

    35 scale length! C shaped neck Fretboard radius 10 Maple fretboard Maple neck Abalone dot inlays Medium jumbo frets This is the neck for the 2006 American deluxe P bass V, I have had my share of basses and bass bodies and necks! This one is a vintage! And discontinued item! Maybe you have the...
  16. DECEMBER

    Yamaha TRBX505 -drop tune strings

    What's the heaviest gauge string anyone's fit on the Yamaha TRBX505? I'm getting one this week and I want to drop tune to AEADG and ADADG. The Kalium string tension calculator shows that the low A should be a .148 to have comparable tension to a .130 at B. I'm wondering if the .148 will fit in...
  17. Godin A5 Ultra Fretless
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    For sale Godin A5 Ultra Fretless

    Brand New Godin A5 Ultra fretless bass in matte black finish. This is a very rare offering from Godin, and a beautiful example of a custom build from their shop. The bass is a limited edition, with only eleven (11) examples of this bass released to dealers in August 2021. Some of the more...
    $1,695.00
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    SOLD Godin A5 Ultra Fretless

    Brand New Godin A5 Ultra fretless bass in matte black finish. This is a very rare offering from Godin, and a beautiful example of a custom build from their shop. The bass is a limited edition, with only eleven (11) examples of this bass released to dealers in August 2021. Some of the more...
  19. L

    Buzz caused by bass or amp?

    I have a bass with active pickups. When I plug it into a bass amp run through a PA system I have been using with a band in the last couple of weeks it causes a low buzz but only when the other musicians are not playing. It goes away when I turn the volume knob all the way down. When I plug it...
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    MTD Kingston Z5 vs Yamaha TRB 1005 vs Sire M7

    Hello, I am in the dilemma between buying any of the 3 basses (5 strings), I have been looking a lot for a Yamaha TRB 5I, but the attempt has been unsuccessful, so reaching a more limited end, I have opted for the following 3 : - MTD Kingston Z5 - Yamaha TRB 1005 - Sire M7 I would like to know...
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    Bass

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    In-ear monitor is garbled.

    I am playing bass in a new church band and my in-ear monitor was cracking and garbled in my ear but the house sound is great. i bought new in-ear Westone 30 monitors with 3 drivers thinking that was my problem but it is just as bad as my old set. I play a Cirrus 5-string. Any suggestions?
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    Need help diagnosing a problem - my bass makes a very intense rumbling noise when switched to active

    I don’t know anything about the electronics and inner workings behind the controls of bass guitars, but I’m looking to sell mine and upgrade to something else, and I want to resolve this issue before I begin posting listings. The included video is a short demonstration of the noise in question...
  24. Feroxbass

    Best preamp/electronics for passive fretless bass

    Hey guys, I’m new here and happy to finally be part of TalkBass. I own a Yamaha BB735A (which I find myself super comfortable with) and a Yamaha BB235. Since of course I’m mainly using the BB735A, I decided I want to make the other one fretless (I’ve done that before with a Fender Jazz bass, my...
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    Removing a bow in Walnut

    I recently had an acquaintance of mine use his thickness planer to plane some walnut I will be using as a top wood for my bass. Once he finished he noticed there was a slight bow in one of the pieces, and advised me to soak it in water and then either clamping it or placing something heavy on it...
  26. Nordstrand Big J-Blade 5s for sale
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    For sale Nordstrand Big J-Blade 5s for sale

    I have a pair of Nordstrand Big J-Blade 5s I'm selling. 3.73" length, Clean & Clear winding. They look new, as you can see by the pictures. Selling because I prefer hum-cancelling pickups rather than single-coil. 5+ inches of leads left - I don't think I ever cut them. $150 including shipping to...
    $150.00
  27. roachmanfwa

    SOLD Nordstrand Big J-Blade 5s for sale

    I have a pair of Nordstrand Big J-Blade 5s I'm selling. 3.73" length, Clean & Clear winding. They look new, as you can see by the pictures. Selling because I prefer hum-cancelling pickups rather than single-coil. 5+ inches of leads left - I don't think I ever cut them. $150 including shipping to...
  28. RG Custom 5 String with gorgeous woods
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    For sale RG Custom 5 String with gorgeous woods

    RG Custom 5 String bass from Rich Guerrero in Nashville (really nice guy and great builder). It was recently featured on No Treble, see Bass of the Week: RG Custom Basses 5-String. Wonderful sounding bass with good action. The mids are stellar. Does not have a gig bag yet, so will ship without...
    $1,100.00
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    No longer available RG Custom 5 String with gorgeous woods

    RG Custom 5 String bass from Rich Guerrero in Nashville (really nice guy and great builder). It was recently featured on No Treble, see Bass of the Week: RG Custom Basses 5-String. Wonderful sounding bass with good action. The mids are stellar. Does not have a gig bag yet, so will ship without...
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    CSR Guitars

    Hello everyone, Has anyone had any experience with CSR Guitars in Byron, Georgia? I heard, and this is just from the very limited info I have found online, that they are/were crafting some really high quality stuff, and I found a ridiculous deal for one of their basses online. Let me know if...
  31. 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.
  32. Surine Quest NTVII
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    For trade Surine Quest NTVII

    Surine Quest NTVII - 2012 Rare Surine bass for sale. If you know about Scott Surine’s build’s then you know these basses are impeccably built. This bass has incredible tone and because of the three J pickups, the options are endless. Honestly this bass was on my “do not sell” list but like all...
  33. dmas81

    TRADED Surine Quest NTVII

    Surine Quest NTVII - 2012 Rare Surine bass for sale. If you know about Scott Surine’s build’s then you know these basses are impeccably built. This bass has incredible tone and because of the three J pickups, the options are endless. Honestly this bass was on my “do not sell” list but like all...
  34. Videojunkie

    Homebuilt EUB build thread (cross post)

    Not sure if this is allowed, but I am making an interesting build over in the DB/ EUB forum. But some of the issues I am running into are less double bass issues and more BG build issues. (Also this forum seems way more responsive than the DB forum) I'm not going to replicate the thread over...
  35. frankneill

    Ibanez BTB845DTL vs. Schecter Stilleto Studio 5

    Looking to pick up one of these two basses and curious what the TB community thinks. I play in a metal band so that's my primary focus but I do expect to do some jazz quartet stuff once things are back to normal. Any pros/cons on either of these that anyone can share?
  36. sonojono

    Wanted Five string Jazz bass

    Looking for any Passive 5 string Jazz bass that has a maple fretboard. My preferred budget is $500 and below (Better if I can score one under $300). Will cover shipping charges!
  37. Ibanez SRH505F Bass Aerium
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    For sale Ibanez SRH505F Bass Aerium

    Priced to sell. Condition is very good to good condition considering the marks it has on the instrument pictured throughout the listing. Truss rod functions fine, bass as well plays great with very low action. Weighs in at around 7lbs. Price is FIRM. $50 shipping ConUSA! I’m also available for...
    $450.00
  38. sonojono

    SOLD Ibanez SRH505F Bass Aerium

    Priced to sell. Condition is very good to good condition considering the marks it has on the instrument pictured throughout the listing. Truss rod functions fine, bass as well plays great with very low action. Weighs in at around 7lbs. Price is FIRM. $50 shipping ConUSA! I’m also available for...
  39. GodPlayedBass

    This is (and isnt) the place for advice.

    Guys i see a lot of threads on here where people just dont know what they are talking about. Like 20 people will comment and say the same thing, and all of them are wrong. If you come here for advice, take it with a grain of salt. I literally saw a bunch of people call a music man bass fake...
  40. Warwick Corvette $$ 5 German 2008 Price Drop!
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    For sale Warwick Corvette $$ 5 German 2008 Price Drop!

    Hello Tb! I have a 2008 German Warwick $$ 5 in Nirvana Black Oil stain. Bass is in fantastic shape, previous owner made a few touch ups on scratches in the finish. I tried to capture it in a picture by the knobs, most of them are on the back where belt rash would occur and no one would see...
    $1,400.00