I own a bass with a Moses Graphite neck, here's what I come up with: I've read that graphite necks are free of, or have less dead spots-I've found a few. It has a slightly brighter tone than my basses with maple or ebony fingerboards. I suggest you try a Modulus Flea bass and take a listen for yourself. I believe they offer this bass with a variety of pickup options so the bass will have a pickup made by EMG, Lane Poor, or Bartolini. It would be best to try at least 2 of them. I hope this helps, D.M.