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Jan 13 2009, 08:17 PM
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Here is some info on what I recommend as a good bass for smaller amount of money..
Well only bass that has a great quality/price ratio in my opinion would be Peavey bass.(From what I tried here in Serbia).Its not because why I play one , just I couldn't find better ratio with other basses.. Now I heard very good things about Millennium series and also Grind series.Grind series sounding better! If its a starter bass I would recommend this one : http://www.zzounds.com/item--PEVMILBXP4 - Has versions starting at (finish differences) $239.95 This bass sounds cool and its a passive one. Here is the active version : http://www.zzounds.com/item--PEVMILACBXP4 And here is the Grind Series bass (which is a little better): http://www.zzounds.com/item--PEVGRNTB4 Active bass can give you more volume, versatility and control over the sound..But keep in mind that these basses consume 2 9V batteries and if its same with all peaveys they EAT batteries in one week of playing so its a real hustle to change them all the time..But the sound is better.. These are budget basses...Your budget fits with Fender Jazz Bass (Mexican) also - so its another option too...Those Mexican fenders can get very good especially if you upgrade them with better pickups and electronics later on... Please try out a bass in a store (and compare possible choices)..Listen to how it sounds , pay attention to neck size if its comfortable and mostly on action if can be lowered enough..You don't want to be digging around that bass when playing.Try out those peaveys mentioned , compare them to Grind bass and than to Fender and see which one you like.. Hope you find this info useful! 
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Jan 13 2009, 09:05 PM
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QUOTE (Mrblomme @ Jan 13 2009, 08:23 PM)  Thanks for help! Tomorrow I'll go to the local musicshop, I dont have the money ready atm but I want to have it as soon as possible. Would it be good to buy a jumpstart package? BTW: couldn't I play over my amp for my electric guitar at home? I don't know about those jumstart packages ? Which one ?? They are usually a bad choice for the money..They cost more and don't have good gear inside... And yes you can play a little on your guitar amp , but I suggest getting a DI unit like behringer BDI-21 and playing on headphones or speakers connected to it.. -------------------- For GMC support please email support (at) guitarmasterclass.net
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Jan 13 2009, 09:24 PM
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QUOTE (Bogdan Radovic @ Jan 13 2009, 09:05 PM) I don't know about those jumstart packages ? Which one ?? They are usually a bad choice for the money..They cost more and don't have good gear inside... And yes you can play a little on your guitar amp , but I suggest getting a DI unit like behringer BDI-21 and playing on headphones or speakers connected to it.. I think I'll buy the Peavey Millennium Bass 4 Quilt Top BXP Electric Bass I really like it! And I can play with a headphone indeed! BTW: if I should take the one with the case, do you know if that's a decent case? This post has been edited by Mrblomme: Jan 13 2009, 09:39 PM -------------------- Homer J. Simpson: Rockstars is there anything they dont know?
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Jan 13 2009, 09:58 PM
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Sorry to highjack the thread a little bit, but I'm also going to buy a cheap bass soon, mainly to record simple bass lines.
Bogdan, I tried a Squier P-bass at my local store the other day, around 280€, sounded OK to me, though I know nothing about basses  , what do you think of squier bass?Also, I don't plan on getting any amp, but play it through my X3, hope that works fine too
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Jan 13 2009, 10:13 PM
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QUOTE (Mrblomme @ Jan 13 2009, 09:24 PM) I think I'll buy the Peavey Millennium Bass 4 Quilt Top BXP Electric Bass I really like it! And I can play with a headphone indeed! BTW: if I should take the one with the case, do you know if that's a decent case? Cool I heard that bass and it sounds cool! Regarding the case , I really don't know which one they supply , maybe you can email the store ?? Anyway , I use a cheap plastic universal case for my needs and its cool so far (gigged many times) , I think that one should be as good as the one I'm using...Especially if its made specifically for that bass..But email the store and ask which case they supply. EDIT: that behringer bdi-21 should be cheap and it will allow you to dial in great bass tones ready for recording.Also it allows you to play through headphones or speakers...You just plug in your bass in it and dial in the tone...  http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/3736...Bass_BDI21.html QUOTE (Fran @ Jan 13 2009, 09:58 PM) Sorry to highjack the thread a little bit, but I'm also going to buy a cheap bass soon, mainly to record simple bass lines. Bogdan, I tried a Squier P-bass at my local store the other day, around 280€, sounded OK to me, though I know nothing about basses , what do you think of squier bass?Also, I don't plan on getting any amp, but play it through my X3, hope that works fine too Hmm Squier , depends which model..The cheapest ones are not that good...They are good as any import "no famous name" basses stores sell here..But thats just for the cheapest series (affinity), other ones can sound cool...From cheap basses that sound good I can really recommend Peavey ones, maybe Ibanez... Now regarding the P-bass , I would recommend getting a Jazz Style bass with two single coil pickups...That bass will give you much more versatility and sounds than the P-bass...So if you're beginning and recording it may be better to get a jazz style bass. p.s. I heard good things about Classic Vibe Series of Basses from Squier , something like this maybe : http://bass-guitars.musiciansfriend.com/pr...tar-?sku=519578 Cheers This post has been edited by Bogdan Radovic: Jan 13 2009, 10:16 PM -------------------- For GMC support please email support (at) guitarmasterclass.net
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Jan 13 2009, 10:40 PM
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QUOTE (Bogdan Radovic @ Jan 13 2009, 10:13 PM) Cool I heard that bass and it sounds cool! Regarding the case , I really don't know which one they supply , maybe you can email the store ?? Anyway , I use a cheap plastic universal case for my needs and its cool so far (gigged many times) , I think that one should be as good as the one I'm using...Especially if its made specifically for that bass..But email the store and ask which case they supply. Just chatted with one of the costumers and this is the case I'm getting: http://www.zzounds.com/item--PEV00478970 looks nice ! -------------------- Homer J. Simpson: Rockstars is there anything they dont know?
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Jan 13 2009, 11:04 PM
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I believe this is the one I tried at my local shop:
http://www.thomann.de/es/fender_squier_pba...ecial_rw_ab.htm -------------------- Guitars:
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Jan 13 2009, 11:16 PM
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QUOTE (Fran @ Jan 13 2009, 11:04 PM) I believe this is the one I tried at my local shop: http://www.thomann.de/es/fender_squier_pba...ecial_rw_ab.htm That's also a nice bass. But I think I'll give the Peavey a go. edit: no shipping to Belgium  the fender is a good option though This post has been edited by Mrblomme: Jan 13 2009, 11:26 PM -------------------- Homer J. Simpson: Rockstars is there anything they dont know?
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Jan 13 2009, 11:37 PM
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Great choice mate, Millenium series are pretty good bang for buck. Also while in the store, I strongly recommend that you check out Grind Series. That is one hell of a bass, and it is great value for money IMO.
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Jan 14 2009, 12:05 AM
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QUOTE (Ivan Milenkovic @ Jan 13 2009, 11:37 PM) Great choice mate, Millenium series are pretty good bang for buck. Also while in the store, I strongly recommend that you check out Grind Series. That is one hell of a bass, and it is great value for money IMO. I hope I can find them at the local store because I cant order on that site, it's only shipping to USA. edit: found one that can be shipped to Belgium http://en.euroguitar.com/bass/peavey/mille...bxp/114746.html This post has been edited by Mrblomme: Jan 14 2009, 12:13 AM -------------------- Homer J. Simpson: Rockstars is there anything they dont know?
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Jan 14 2009, 12:14 AM
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Too bad their shipping to US only
I hope you will find them in local stores man. Hey if I can find it in Serbia, you will definitely find them there!
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Jan 14 2009, 12:47 PM
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QUOTE (Fran @ Jan 13 2009, 11:04 PM) I believe this is the one I tried at my local shop: http://www.thomann.de/es/fender_squier_pba...ecial_rw_ab.htm Oh that one has 1xP style and one Jazz style pickup so its cool..It will give you more versatility..I haven't tried one here but it should be ok...But when you are in the store try out some other basses too , to have a comparison what is good sounding and what isn't.. QUOTE (Mrblomme @ Jan 14 2009, 11:26 AM) I went to the local music store and the vendor is going to order one for me. It comes to €224 so €20 more expensive then if I buy it online but I prefer a good service far above the €20 less. Of course and you can test the bass in store and everything..I think you will be satisfied with it and I really can't think of something else for that price. -------------------- For GMC support please email support (at) guitarmasterclass.net
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Jan 14 2009, 12:54 PM
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QUOTE (Mrblomme @ Jan 14 2009, 12:51 PM) Indeed, and I know the shop owner pretty good and he's also a bass player so no worries there. That's excellent! You got a great deal than! Inform us when it arrives
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