Steinberger or Status Streamline Basses?

Can you please share what would you buy if you could get one between the two? and why?

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#4
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I've had and have both. They are 2 different basses in sound and feel. A lot of the choice depends on what your after. The Steinbergers are pretty bullet proof- no trus rod, consistent clear sound, pivot plate is cool.
The Streamline is excellent also, Rob can build it how you want it- 34" or 32" scale, any type of pickup set up you can imagine, and every finish under the sun available. Steinbergers that are in good shape are more expensive than a Streamline build from Rob. You have a fun choice/endeavor ahead of you. Enjoy the trip!!
 
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#6
The string spacing on L-series Steinbergers is too narrow for me at 17mm. I didn't measure my Streamline but it felt normal, like 19-20mm. The Status had great feel and balance, in fact it was the best headless I've ever had. I liked it better than a couple of Steinbergers and a couple of David King headless basses that I owned.
 
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I have a headless Status Stealth that's just incredible. The body is a more conventional shape than the Streamline which I find to be a bit more comfortable than the Steinberger oar shape when standing. It's very compact and lightweight with astonishing workmanship and very flexible controls. Definitely a keeper!
 
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I had a custom Status, it was unplayable and returned immediately. The fret beveling extended to under the string so when you fretted a note the string would slide off the fingerboard. The frets were also unfinished with flat tops and grind marks. I was a fan for years based on playing other ones but the one I was shipped sucked and weighed a ton.
 
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48thStreetCustom said:
Hey, how do you like that wireless system? Have you ever used it with pedals?
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Xvive Audio U2 Digital Wireless Guitar System
Charges pretty quickly and sounds Ok but it does not work well in areas with heavy Wi-Fi use! There are much better choices out there for a wireless if you want a VERY reliable/high quality sound for your gigs, performances, etc but they are way more expensive. I feel that the Xvive clouds my tone a bit. Also, every once in a while there are small interruptions in the sound, so I definitely don't recommend it for recording or to use it with pedals. It also interferes sometimes with bluetooth. I guess you get what you pay for... It's great for practice IMO.
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