scottbaiowulf
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Is there a particular reason the SUB name was reused from the American line for the entry-level SBMM? It seems to have caused a bit of confusion online. I also wonder if that’s kept down the prices for the used EBMM SUBs.
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bovinehost
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Maybe just to drive Talkbass insane? If so, it worked, although it seems they've got it sorted now.
bovinehost
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It was watching insects in a jar, fighting.
And I've got the ultimate subspecies [accidental pun ... honest !] if
you relish all the name confusion ....
I've got an EBMM USA S.U.B., Sterling model rather than SR model,
altho it's bassically the SR model [alnico, no 3-way switch] but with
the 3 band EQ. Mebbe has the extra fret [not sure, I never play up
there anywho]. Does have the asymmetric Sterling style of PG and
has no chrome banana [rear routed].
And is she a keeper ? Acoarst, for life ! We share the same birthday.
Her exact s/n is in the database, listed by some previous owner
When she came home to Daddy I got her a new sooper cool PG and
black control knobs. Click pic to make big [3 clicks to see full size]:
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danny-79
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Didn’t even think or know until reading this that there was USA SUB STERLING version in existence. WoW!
I know the Stingray 5 version is still very sought after, partly because of it being styled the same as the 4 version
(Pretty sure there is on on eBay atm if anyone is interested)
I know the Stingray 5 version is still very sought after, partly because of it being styled the same as the 4 version
(Pretty sure there is on on eBay atm if anyone is interested)
And I've got the ultimate subspecies [accidental pun ... honest !] if
you relish all the name confusion ....
I've got an EBMM USA S.U.B., Sterling model rather than SR model,
altho it's bassically the SR model [alnico, no 3-way switch] but with
the 3 band EQ. Mebbe has the extra fret [not sure, I never play up
there anywho]. Does have the asymmetric Sterling style of PG and
has no chrome banana [rear routed].
And is she a keeper ? Acoarst, for life ! We share the same birthday.
Her exact s/n is in the database, listed by some previous owner
When she came home to Daddy I got her a new sooper cool PG and
black control knobs. Click pic to make big [3 clicks to see full size]:
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You're not alone, I'm the original owner of a 2004 SUB Sterling in black. Now that I see yours with the upgraded pickguard, I think mine needs a facelift. Will a regular Sterling guard fit?
Since were on the topic...
I own a Bongo 5 HH, I love it. But, I've been thinking of getting a 4 string bass. I was actually looking at the older MIA SUB basses. I have a line on a really nice kept one selling for around 400-500. How is the quality of these basses and is it worth 400 if its in mint condition.
As much as i'd love to spring another 1600+ to get a Stingray, if the MIA SUBs are really good quality, it might suffice.
brash
I own a Bongo 5 HH, I love it. But, I've been thinking of getting a 4 string bass. I was actually looking at the older MIA SUB basses. I have a line on a really nice kept one selling for around 400-500. How is the quality of these basses and is it worth 400 if its in mint condition.
As much as i'd love to spring another 1600+ to get a Stingray, if the MIA SUBs are really good quality, it might suffice.
brash
Rod Trussbroken
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Great Bass. Good quality. 400 sounds good.
Holdsg
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if you can get past the tolex finish, they are fantastic value basses.
rogerbmiller
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I never minded the finish other than it wears easily.
I have to say that the SUBs were great. In a way they were a bit early. BP's goal in introducing the line was to show that EBMM could make a quality bass in the USA for under $1K. But back then a Stingray 4 string wasn't $2K!
I am not complaining about the cost of a Stingray. But I am saying that now would be a great time to reintroduce a no-frills SR to get players hooked who might not be able to afford the flagship. That is what the USA SUB did for many I am sure.
Personally, I have a few SUBs and a few MusicMan SRs and Sterlings. I love them all. The SUBs always struck me as a little bit mellower than the SR and man do I love the SUB 5 strings!
I have to say that the SUBs were great. In a way they were a bit early. BP's goal in introducing the line was to show that EBMM could make a quality bass in the USA for under $1K. But back then a Stingray 4 string wasn't $2K!
I am not complaining about the cost of a Stingray. But I am saying that now would be a great time to reintroduce a no-frills SR to get players hooked who might not be able to afford the flagship. That is what the USA SUB did for many I am sure.
Personally, I have a few SUBs and a few MusicMan SRs and Sterlings. I love them all. The SUBs always struck me as a little bit mellower than the SR and man do I love the SUB 5 strings!
Poplar bodies
Just guessing, mebbe the heavy finish also
contributes to the mellowing effect of poplar.
Poplar is almost never used for a "natural"
finish, cuz it's sorta uglee, but grows pretty
fast and so it's a very affordable tone wood,
the perfect candidate for the affordable SUB
series and it's thick opaque finish ... a finish
some of us reeeeally love !
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pudgychef
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USA SUBs are fantastic. I love the necks and alway have been fine with the finish.
