Which EB 5 String? Average weight?

[Movielife]

Hey chaps/ladies

Im still currently reseaching which EB Bass would be right for me in the 5 string format.

I have 2 EB MM Rays in 4 string format, and they are both an excellent weight. Comfy fast neck, slick tone! Awesome.

I want to get the right 5 String for me. I'm not sure what you guys think.

I think the Bongo might be out, purely because Im a traditional bodyshape type of player...thats no offence to the Bongo, I just think it might not be for me.

So, Im guessing its the Sterling 5 or Stingray 5.

Which do you think would be best? I love the extended plate on the Ray 5, and I tried one a few months back and love the feel of it.

Never tried a Sterling, and there are not many around in the UK to test in 5 string format.

I THINK im sticking to single H.

The weight is a concern for me. I want to have a nice low-med weight instrument otherwise my back will ache!

Any ideas? Are the EB 5 strings pretty consistent weight-wise?

Cheers

 

[oli@bass]

This year, the only answer can be: 25th

Seriously, the 25th HH 4 string is lighter than any of my 'Rays. I guess it would be the same for the five string version. Just check whether you like the neck shape and hang location of the 25th. It feels different than a 'Ray... but soundwise: Everything is in there!

 

[laneline]

if you want a single H 5 string and weight is a concern, I really think you should close your eyes and play a Bongo if possible, I also always preferred a
traditional shape/color bass, but that all goes away after playing a Bongo,
I also love the the 25th, but on that model I recommend an HH because of the switching and pickup placement. A wide strap also goes a long way in weight distribution. Good luck.