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  1. Moollon B524 2013 - Metallic Green
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    For sale Moollon B524 2013 - Metallic Green

    Price includes shipping to CONUS and PayPal. (Zelle or Venmo are also accepted and preferred) This model is Moollon's modern bass. It has 24 frets and two passive humbuckers with loads of tonal possibilities! It is a passive bass. At one point the bass was modded to be active, but has since...
    $3,150.00
  2. CentralEmporium

    Help point me in the direction of some good pickups

    Hey, I'm looking for advice for bass pickups (A PJ set) to kind of suite my playing style. I want something that's versatile, works well for metal and clean and everything in between, but with a focus on clarity. I often find myself letting several notes ring out at once on bass and with my...
  3. S

    Yamaha BBNE2 in 2022

    Hi everyone. So I've been hunting for a bass for studio duties and have come down to either a yamaha bbne2 or a 5 string Sadowsky. The genres I'm looking to use this bass for would be along the lines of deep house, french house, uk garage, soul, r&b, and pop. I was wondering if y'all had any...
  4. CoreyI35

    Versatile dirt pedal for bass and mini-bass/guitar.

    I've got a Mayones Cali 4 on order, so I'm putting together a mini board to go with it. I want this board to serve dual purpose for either a regular bass or the mini-bass which is tuned an octave higher, similar to guitar. I'm looking for a single dirt pedal that covers a lot of ground, and...
  5. D

    Help to choose new rig

    Hi, here looking for your wisdom. I play a lot of genres: electric blues, jazz, funk, rock, classical... Electric bass, semihollowed with magnetic and piezo pickup, upright bass. With some effects: comp, OD, envelope filter, "analog" octave down, digital octave up... Delays, reverb... Depends...
  6. Cannon1

    Coil tap vs active/passive switch

    Hi all, I am looking into buying a dual humbucker active bass. My question is which you find more useful/versatile, an active/passive switch or a coil tap, and why. I can’t have both so I have to choose one. Thanks for all of the help!
  7. R

    Looking for expert ideas

    I am wanting to design my first bass and I thought the best people to ask would be ones who have experience designing. Any ideas you would want in a bass are welcome suggestions. I am looking for ideas inevery aspect of the bass, nothing is too small of a detail. Things that I am liking so far...
  8. Frin

    Need some help in choosing a bass

    Hi! I’m kinda new here. I’ve been playing bass for a while and I’m about to buy a new bass. I currently use a Warwick rockbass, with a MB cab 2x10, and Eden 264 head. I play often classic rock and metal, so I’m Ok with the Warwick. But I recently started in a blues / funk project , and I feel I...
  9. activa44

    Most Versatile P-pickup Ever

    Which do you think is the most tonally versatile P-Bass pickup ever produced and/or in the market? One that can be muffled, can be bright, it can growl or be boomy, thump, clank: everything.
  10. 2017 Delano SBC Quad Coil 5 String Pickups PRICE DROPPED
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    For sale 2017 Delano SBC Quad Coil 5 String Pickups PRICE DROPPED

    Used set of Delano SBC Quad coil pickups for 5 string. Model #SBC 5 HE/S-4 Driver. Some string wear and scratch on covers (see pics). Work perfectly. Likely the most versatile and quiet set of pickups available. Bart size and shape. Will ship to lower 48, US. $12.00 shipping
    $150.00
  11. slappa da beeus

    SOLD 2017 Delano SBC Quad Coil 5 String Pickups PRICE DROPPED

    Used set of Delano SBC Quad coil pickups for 5 string. Model #SBC 5 HE/S-4 Driver. Some string wear and scratch on covers (see pics). Work perfectly. Likely the most versatile and quiet set of pickups available. Bart size and shape. Will ship to lower 48, US. $12.00 shipping
  12. W

    Most Versatile Electric Bass?

    Hello all, I’m a guitarist and euphoniumist looking to buy a bass soon. Admittedly, I know little of anything about playing bass or selecting such gear... As an initial investment, I’d like to find a cost-effective electric bass ($750 or less) capable of playing a variety of styles ranging...
  13. G

    Versatile Bass

    Hi I am look for a versatil Bass. I play diferet arts of musik rock, pop, jazz, flamenco.... I have 1000 euros. I need help becouse I dont know which Bass kann have this features. I like Ibanez becoues ist samll bass and playable but meybe another Basses kann olso be.
  14. ComingCurse

    E-Cello - Versatile equipment for rehearsal & gigs

    Hi! As I am still quite new to playing in a band (bass part with my e-cello) I am searching for a setup that is as long lasting and versatile as possible and I'm hoping for your help. In our rehearsal room we will soon lose access to some PA equipment so I will probably need to get my own...
  15. C

    Versatile multi effect - Boss GT 100/GT 1B/GT 1/ GT 001?

    Hello everyone, I play flute and bass and I was looking for a versatile multi-effect pedal board to mess around with that would work with both. Does such a thing exist? I see that there are several threads on the Boss GT-100 for bass, but I see that recently the GT 1B came out. Is the GT 1B...
  16. Michael Drost

    Double Bass Most Versatile Powered Speaker for Double Bass

    Folks, I know this subject has been beaten to death, so to speak. I am going to throw another thread into the mix anyway. What is the most versatile/efficient powered speaker for double bass? Here are my needs: 1) Weight(I like the one load idea) 2) Dependablility 3) Volume for trio-big band...
  17. S

    Warwick $$ vs Kawai FIIB: Which is more versatile?

    I recently acquired a Warwick $$ corvette, mainly for its versatility. I like the look of the Kawai FIIB better, and am curious if it could be match the versatility of the $$. Any insight would be appreciated.
  18. ValeriusCrow

    Versatile vintagy P/J: Wilde/Aguilar 60's/SD Antiquities II/Dimarzio DP126 or... Fender?

    Hello, guys. I can't spend more money for random testing of pickups since I have 3 sets (Delano, Haussels, Coils Boutique) that don't fit my needs - Delanos are pretty thin sounding, Haussels have too much "steel" in the sound, Coils are ok but have way too much low-end presence. I'd like to...
  19. JjBaptiste94

    Double Bass Versatile Gut strings for jazz and classical???

    I inherited a new “old bass” that sounds great! I’ve always been really interested in the gut string sound. I just recently got velvet garbos from a friend and they are unbowable and I’m not really digging the sound because it’s not versatile AND they aren’t gut strings. Any recommendations for...
  20. John Cunningham

    Bass Upgrade

    Hi, my name is John, I'm 16 and I've been playing bass(upright and electric) for about 7 years now. I have been playing on an Ibanez starter bass and Brice V-Bass for most of those 7 years and I am approaching the purchase of a higher quality, more versatile bass and I really have no idea what I...
  21. Being and Bass

    One Mod Pedal to Rule Them All?

    My board simply has no space for mod pedals but, at the same time, there is room for them in my playing and a need for them in my groove. I've been trying to find a good all-in-one mod pedal that, when set, can move from slight chorus to hyperflange. At this point I am convinced the H9 might be...
  22. Cmobe

    What is the most versatile bass that's not a straight Jazz, P-Bass or MM and hasn't been moded?

    My vote goes to the Lakland 44/55-02/94. The Sims system seems to be pretty versatile, but I don't know enough about it and the track record isn't there yet. IMO.
  23. Cue Zephyr

    Versatile studio bass amp

    Howdy folks, Although there's nothing wrong with recording DI, I've always played with the idea of at least getting a small amp. My band's bass player took his Ampeg BA-112 to rehearsal once and he made it sound wonderful with his Fender J. I'm looking for something versatile, capable of...
  24. BASSMODS K534 5 string bass...stunning and versatile
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    For sale BASSMODS K534 5 string bass...stunning and versatile

    Gorgeous bass, plays great! Bassmods pre-amp with active/passive (push-pull vol) and push-pull bright (on midrange pot). Could pass for brand new, not a scratch or mark anywhere. Specs: Burl Top Figured Rosewood Fingerboard w/ dot Inlays 34" scale 9lbs 5oz Clear Gloss Finish Aguilar Super...
    $850.00
  25. road-cat1

    SOLD BASSMODS K534 5 string bass...stunning and versatile

    Gorgeous bass, plays great! Bassmods pre-amp with active/passive (push-pull vol) and push-pull bright (on midrange pot). Could pass for brand new, not a scratch or mark anywhere. Specs: Burl Top Figured Rosewood Fingerboard w/ dot Inlays 34" scale 9lbs 5oz Clear Gloss Finish Aguilar Super...
  26. M

    Modern versatile 5 string bass

    Hi everyone, I'm looking at getting my first 5 string. This is what I'm looking at and would appreciate the advice. 1 Dingwall ABZ 5 3 pickups. 2 Roscoe LG Custom 5 JJ 3 Roscoe Century Std Plus 5 mj Thanks in advance. Matteo
  27. Two-Spirit

    Versatile Bass Combo around $500

    I'm looking for a combo that can do every sound with the help of pedals. I know I want to get the Sansamp VT Bass. I'm thinking TC Electronic BG250 210 or 112, Ampeg BA series, or Hartke. I have a Peavey BXT Cirrus 5 string. I thought about the idea of saving for something like a Markbass combo...
  28. Price Drop - Sadowsky/Pro Tone PJ Body Loaded - Light & Versatile
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    For sale Price Drop - Sadowsky/Pro Tone PJ Body Loaded - Light & Versatile

    ON HOLD PENDING PAYMENT. New price drop 5/13 - $250 SHIPPED conUS for the loaded body+Chromes! Over the course of several years I researched, experimented, lurked on the pickups & electronics forum and built up the perfect PJ body. Since then I've come to the realization that I'm pretty much a...
    $250.00
  29. slap2much

    SOLD Price Drop - Sadowsky/Pro Tone PJ Body Loaded - Light & Versatile

    ON HOLD PENDING PAYMENT. New price drop 5/13 - $250 SHIPPED conUS for the loaded body+Chromes! Over the course of several years I researched, experimented, lurked on the pickups & electronics forum and built up the perfect PJ body. Since then I've come to the realization that I'm pretty much a...
  30. M

    Best beginner natural (or ((non-sun)burst) versatile bass besides the Squier VM Jazz?

    I want something that's versatile and can slap well. I thought of the Jazz but wanted to hear more ideas. I prefer a thinner neck as I have tiny person hands. I want to spend MAX $400 but ideal is $200-300. If it can easily be found used I'm definitely open to finding a well cared for used...
  31. M

    Advise on pickups for a versatile 3 pickup Ric/Jazz/Precision killer

    Hi everyone, I've been thinking for a while about putting together a tonally versatile bass for the music I play. I switch from quite regularly from pick to fingers, aggressive 4001-esque tones to smooth jazz bridge pickup mwah, often in the same song, and would like a single instrument to...
  32. zappatalist

    Best value/most versatile bass for $900 or less

    I'm getting back into playing bass after taking a break for a couple of years, and I need a new axe. I'll be using it in all kinds of musical situations and genres- session work, cover/GB bands, etc.- so I need something that's versatile, easy to work with, and comfortable to play. I tend to...
  33. ecadad

    I want to love flats, but can't commit

    I've always loved the tone of flats; most of my favorite bassists seem to use flatwound strings (particularly McCartney). So a while ago I put flats on my bass for the first time, expecting to love it. I do like the tone and I absolutely love the feel of the strings (they feel so much nicer than...
  34. P

    Versatile budget 5 string?

    I absolutely love the Squire Vintage modified basses. They are so versatile. Sound really good. And are really affordable. In sound quality they compare most to a Fender, have this bright tone to them. The brights I can dial in and out with the tone knob, so if I want a more mellow sound I can...
  35. Farrin D

    What's your most versatile bass? (Include Pics!)

    Recently, I played an open mic night just to jam around with a friend and decided to bring my Fender Dimension IV HH. As the night went on, I was asked by a number of groups to join them on stage (since there appeared to be only 3 of us bass players in the entire crowd). The groups ranged from...
  36. A. D. Fairhurst

    The most versatile bass and amp combination ever

    Just curious what people have to say about this. I don't have one because I haven't found my perfect rig yet (I'm 15 and so I'm automatically poor. It's crap) but to anyone who has found theirs/played one that would be theirs if they could afford it, please speak now!
  37. F

    versatile tones vs. signature tone

    I was reading an interview with Jack Casady, and it got me thinking: There's a lot of talk about versatile instruments/dialing a wide range of sounds, but Casady seems to be pushing for a bassist to develop a signature sound. (Disclaimer: I don't think this means never varying one's...
  38. minnichds

    Double Bass Best Versatile Live Solutions...DI?

    So I play Upright and Electric in a variety of situations, obviously what works for one is way different than the other. I am in search of one size fits all solution here and am extremely picky of my sound. Lets forget I play electric for this, though for some situations I might run through my...
  39. bassstrangler

    Is Tony Levin the most versatile bassist?

    It's been my opinion that Tony Levin is the most versatile bassist. He easily switches from fretted Four, five and even three string basses. He plays Fretless. He uses picks, finger plucking, funk fingers and slaps and pops. Tony plays upright with finger plucking and a bow and even utilises...
  40. glasser_cannon

    Need a Versatile Big Muff

    Trying to find something that sounds great in the mix with my band. I've been testing the EHX Nano Bass Big Muff and like it, but it doesn't blend well and the fuzz could be better. Ideally I want something with a controllable clean blend so that I can adjust it based on the venue and a fuzz...