High-End Bass Debate! - maxproud channel

Those custom made, high-end bass guitars (mostly FENDER copies). Are they worth it?

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[MrMaxpayneatlarge]

I don't think you're talking about models such as MM Stingrays, USA Fender Jazz or P-bass(as these fall into 1000-2000 range), but to me, it definitely seems that these basses are worth the money. Of basses that I've tried, I can hear and see differences in the quality of these basses that I can't see in cheaper basses made in Indonesia and China.

Earl, I know you love the SX basses, but do you feel that the quality of SX comes anywhere near the quality of USA made P or Jazz basses?

[maxproud]

@MrMaxpayneatlarge I invite you to watch my early video, "70's Jazz Bass." This authentic FENDER has the quality an SX bass can't touch. But in application, and playability, SX is a contender.

It's a 'Catch-22.' But quality in the U.S. costs more. Players end up buying IBANEZ, YAMAHA, and Asian produced FENDER's and Ernie Ball MUSICMAN basses. They're worth it to them because of low price. Ever tried an "SX?" It's a grand alternative you can improve upon. And still not spend alot.

[maxproud]

@MrMaxpayneatlarge No returns.  None. How did like the quality of the SX guitar? That could give you an indication of the bass quality.

The video I talked about is at the begging of my video collection. 'Bout the second one.

[MetalKidDanny]

I think all these high-end basses do worth it, to some people.

I have a Bacchus 5 String (Hand-Made in Japan) which is amazing, the tonal variation and the sound are just the bomb.

Though, there are cheap basses which are amazing basses as well, but they do not have the craftsmanship and the high end "tone" which the higher end basses produce.

Is it worth it?

It is different to each bass player.

P.S Awesome videos man!

[maxproud]

@MetalKidDanny Thanks,

[TheBassoasis]

Chris Chez here. I've played and/or owned:

Fender American, Mx, Jp J and P Basses, Ibanez SDGR 500/700 series, Yamaha RBX's, Washburn Force 5, R Bass, Pedulla

The list goes on. My point=none of these sound the same. Each had its own musical personality. My current thing- new Squier line-up that we talked about. For versatility, playability & comfort, I prefer my VM Jaguar Squier over my $2800 R Bass 5 string that plays a little better action-wise, but goes toe to toe with my freakin' Squier!

[maxproud]

@TheBassoasis Do you ever feel like you've spent in vain?!

[MrMaxpayneatlarge]

@maxproud Overall, I'm pretty happy with the guitar considering what was paid for it. Now, granted, I'm not much of a guitar player, very early stages of learning that. Neck is smooth, body is nice, but I have just a few gripes about it. Cheap strings (that's expected), the tuners feel cheap. The biggest problem is where the neck joins the body, it's not exactly 'flush', which will probably affect the sustain of the guitar. Looking at my basses, that joint is flush. Not bad though.

[MrMaxpayneatlarge]

@maxproud Hey Earl, I looked for the video you're referring to, but can't locate it. So, you're not referring to USA Fenders as far as questioning if they're worth it, correct? I currently own an Ibanez SR300, Schecter Stiletto Extreme-4, and I have a USA Fender Jazz on order (can't wait). I also have an SX 6 string guitar (not bass). I've thought about ordering the SX P-bass, but I've never gone through with it. I'd hate to order it and it have shoddy quality. Have you had to return any?

[BrewskiBassist]

@FrankenP Even the super expensive custom shop fenders, gibsons, music mans, etc. are done by a CNC machine.

[JasonLeonPike]

Cool topic! I guess I'm late-everything's been said. I don't know. Any bass-you've got to live with it for a while. The one I had Tobias mid level ($2000) was too delicate for me. I'm after something solid and consistent (ATK works). Talent, and practice can't be bought-that's true. I guess with some of them you buy the art of the design as much as anything. My big complaint about the cheaper stuff is the electronics - which you show the remedy very well. Worth $6000? I don't know...

[FrankenP]

A $3000 bass guitar doesn’t sound or play 10X better than a $300 bass guitar. There are a lot of nice basses out there for less than $500. Ignore the name on the headstock and play what’s right for your wallet. I will take a CNC machined bass over a handmade bass any day!

[TheBassoasis]

@maxproud ABSOLUTELY!