Need Help!

[Bass_Beast]

I've been playing bass for a measley (did I even spell that right?) 8 months now.
And, I've been looking for a second bass. I plan on getting a part-time job in the summer and devote most, or all of that to my next bass
NOW! Question is...I really REALLY want a musicman bass (preferably stingray 4) as my next bass, would it be a good idea to buy one?
I know exactly, or almost exactly what i want in the stingray
I will have been playing for one year by the summer..
Thanks for the help guys!

 

[SeelsHH]

Do it!
You wont be dissapointed

 

[the unrepentant]

You'll love it, if you can afford it why not go for it? One of the best basses money can buy, you won't regret it. Also if you buy a used one, should you decide to quit playing it will retain it's value much better than if you bought one new.

 

[slaine01]

If you can get a Musicman Sub bass - way cheaper and ALLMMOOSSTT that Stingray sound you are after.

 

[the unrepentant]

oh yeah i forgot that! Yeah i have a sub, you could probably pick one up for about $500 used (they're discontinued) really nice basses, they sound almost identical to a ray as they have the same electronics and pickup and i think they're made with the same wood, just different paint job and no contouring. GREAT value for money, i say go for one of them before you're really committed to a ray, they're really nice basses.

 

[Bass_Beast]

thank you very much guys!

yeah i used to be hell bent on getting a P/J setup but I played a ray at GC and it was AWESOME
It is really heavy like people say but i honestly expected heavier
The thing i was worried about though, is an intermediate player getting a 'Ray
But, I'll take the leap and skip middle basses for now hah
I think..I'll go with a true ray
I want to get my own ray, one that I picked the finish out for, and all
One that looks like it were mine
Catch my drift? haha

 

[MK Bass Weed]

Well, I look at it this way, get the Ray and you'll never have to blame your bass for holding you back!

 

[Beth]

Question is...I really REALLY want a musicman bass (preferably stingray 4) as my next bass, would it be a good idea to buy one?

does Flipper have a blowhole? does a bear poo in the woods? do you see where I'm going with this?

 

[AnthonyD]

There's no rule that says an "intermediate player" should have an intermediate bass.

When it comes to tools of the trade, whatever the trade, my advice is always the same - get the best you can afford.

 

[RocketRalf]

does Flipper have a blowhole? does a bear poo in the woods? do you see where I'm going with this?

Let me guess! You're studying zoology!

Bass_beast you should totally go for it if you have the money. My first bass was a cheap one, but then when I decided I also wanted a guitar I skipped all middle ground and went straight for a MM. I now regret that I didn't do the same with the bass the first time around.

Buying used is a very good alternative. You can get instruments in great condition from the best people right here on this forum. But if you have a certain configuration in your head and you have the money for it, then just order it. Take into consideration that it will take some months for it to be made. You should still take a look at the used for sale thread and maybe call Customer Service to see if they can locate you a bass that you like before ordering.

 

[RUINER]

There's no rule that says an "intermediate player" should have an intermediate bass.

When it comes to tools of the trade, whatever the trade, my advice is always the same - get the best you can afford.

Well said! I started playing about ten years ago, started up in a band using mediocre gear and I was a mediocre player at best. Decided to invest some money where it mattered and had a trans gold SR4 built for me, and it was one of the best decisions I've ever made in my life....even on my very small college budget at the time. My playing went from mediocre to decent to pretty darn good in a very short time.

What I'm getting at is..when you have nice equipment, it plays easier, feels better, sounds better...therefore you WANT to play more, practice more, and just get better and better almost by default. Don't sacrifice, I think you're making a great decision by choosing to save up and get what you really want. If you don't, I guarantee you will wish you had. I hope that makes sense, it does to me but I'm tired and ready for bed.


Brian.

 

[ekb16b]

get one, ull never regret it,


single H sr4!!!

 

[oddjob]

thank you very much guys!

yeah i used to be hell bent on getting a P/J setup but I played a ray at GC and it was AWESOME
It is really heavy like people say but i honestly expected heavier
The thing i was worried about though, is an intermediate player getting a 'Ray
But, I'll take the leap and skip middle basses for now hah
I think..I'll go with a true ray
I want to get my own ray, one that I picked the finish out for, and all
One that looks like it were mine
Catch my drift? haha

Jump on in! If it is what you want/need/desire then skip the middle steps. While a good bass won't make you a better player it will make you sound better... if you sound better you want to play more, you play more you become a better player... problem solved

Seriously though, there is no hard and fast rule. If you want it and you like it and you can afford it, then get it (but plan on buying more having only 1 EBMM around here is a hard task).

Just remember, with ordering comes waiting and that is where the fun begins!

 

[Bass_Beast]

Jump on in! If it is what you want/need/desire then skip the middle steps. While a good bass won't make you a better player it will make you sound better... if you sound better you want to play more, you play more you become a better player... problem solved

Seriously though, there is no hard and fast rule. If you want it and you like it and you can afford it, then get it (but plan on buying more having only 1 EBMM around here is a hard task).

Just remember, with ordering comes waiting and that is where the fun begins!

sounds like a plan, man
how long does it normally take to have one built?
and...does the piezo bridge sound good?
i kinda like the tone that i heard on a video
but that wasnt the real thing
so, do you have any experience with it?

 

[maddog]

Question is...I really REALLY want a musicman bass (preferably stingray 4) as my next bass, would it be a good idea to buy one?

Answer is Yes!

 

[Frankie5Angels]

If you can afford one, definitely go for it. The StingRay is a classic. You will definitely love it. But keep in mind it's a bass that you'll probably have for the rest of your life (unless you get crazy and decide to sell it for something weird like a Lakland or something).

 

[Bass_Beast]

Alright thanks
Ok, well since everyone has helped so much i hope you dont mind I ask another question?
Well...I have the strong feeling i will get shuned for this haha
But, I play in a Punk Rock/Post-Hardcore band
the stingray is good for pretty much all music right?
from what i can tell its really versatile!
Thanks again

 

[bovinehost]

Question is...I really REALLY want a musicman bass (preferably stingray 4) as my next bass, would it be a good idea to buy one?

It is a "good idea" to buy one.

An "excellent idea" is to buy two.

An "outstanding idea" involves three or more.

 

[bigvissch]

There's no rule that says an "intermediate player" should have an intermediate bass.

When it comes to tools of the trade, whatever the trade, my advice is always the same - get the best you can afford.

Wise words. If you follow this advice you will never regret it.

Alright thanks
Ok, well since everyone has helped so much i hope you dont mind I ask another question?
Well...I have the strong feeling i will get shuned for this haha
But, I play in a Punk Rock/Post-Hardcore band
the stingray is good for pretty much all music right?
from what i can tell its really versatile!
Thanks again

Unlike the talk on the TB forum that says the Stingray is a one trick pony (much to BP's chagrin), the Stingray is one of the most veratile basses around. I use mine for rock / punk / jazz / reggae / ballads etc. etc. etc. you name it, it sounds great!! Go for it!!!

 

[boristhespider7]

Buy it. Simple as that. The final consideration should be whether you want a H, HH or HS model. The H is the traditional model, but HS could be better if you're used to resting your thumb on the neck pickup. Sometimes putting your thumb on the bridge pickup only can be a hard adjustment. Please don't learn to play with a pick!

As far as worrying about having too nice of a bass for your level...balderdash! If anything, it should motivate you to become an awesome player. It's a lifetime purchase you'll never regret and you won't have to waste money buying mid-range basses until you finally get what you really wanted anyway.

After this, you should buy a Sterling too! Then you'll really be adicted like all us goofs in this forum.