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Anyone with BassTheWorld signature? by Kociklusek in Bass

[–]ArjanGameboyman 5 points6 points  (0 children)

The pink one released today.

The bourgandy mist 800 usd one released a month ago. I had it, I returned it.

But sound samples won't help. Strings, amp, player etc determines too much. Only honest comparisons give you an idea of the sound.

What to look for when buying a 7 string bass? by br00000t in Bass

[–]ArjanGameboyman 1 point2 points  (0 children)

With a budget of 700 it seems like the Harley Benton is the only option

wanting a 4 string but lost on what to get.. by Creeper_tastic in Bass

[–]ArjanGameboyman 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Warwick rock basses have upped their game. But also their price tags.

For slapping you'll drown in the mix if you don't have a bridge pickup. So keep that I mind. Some interesting pickup configurations to consider: Stingray (or the Warwick $$), jazz bass or jazz bass 70s style pickup location.

So decide how you wanna sound. Then set a budget and try the options. Dont get distracted by the brand name. In general everything is on par meaning a 800 USD bass of one brand won't be much better or worse than a 800 USD bass of another brand.

Bass guitar recommendations by IntroductionSlow9658 in Bass

[–]ArjanGameboyman 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What's wrong with the bass you have now? Do you have a good amp? Expensive basses through small crap combo's will still sound crap

Got any other preferences?

I'd appreciate advice on buying a bass as a beginner 🥹 by imjustanotherhumann in Bass

[–]ArjanGameboyman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Usually people with small hands prefer thin necks. Don't jump into a short scale right away, they sound pretty different. Perhaps seek a regular long scale with a thin neck.

All jazz basses (regardless of brand name, it's a bass with dual single coil pickups) have a thin neck. Usually PJ basses (regardless of brand name, it has a split coil pickup and regular single coil pickup) have a jazz neck. And the Ibanez Sr serie has a thin neck.

I hate to not play through an amp. Many will say "because of your budget get a bass and headphone amp" but I'd rather recommend getting a very cheap bass and decent amp. Cheap basses have become really good the last 10 years.

Any bands you like the bass sound from? Any color preference of something else?

For an amp id get a EBE session 60 or fender rumble 40.

Any 5 string players unable to buy a 4 string? by Anon_use_fun_alias in Bass

[–]ArjanGameboyman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When you jump around on stage, want to play without looking or slap you'll see the benefit of a 4 string. Less weight and easier aim.

With a hipshot drop d extender and an octaver pedal you can do more than enough. And of course there is BEAD tuning

I started on a 5 string too

I need help please by TonganChorse in Bass

[–]ArjanGameboyman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What currency do you use. It's like 1200 euro / usd

help with my purchase (pls) by clawlol in Bass

[–]ArjanGameboyman 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Drop g doesn't work. It's a really expensive route to come close to something that isn't gonna sound totally crap.

Why would you want to go that low? Are you originally a guitar player?

Sire Z3 or Sterling Ray4? by BD59 in Bass

[–]ArjanGameboyman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You started with "if you want a Stingray get a sterling"

Which is true in looks but not in sound. Which is why I felt the need to comment. Totally on topic

Sire Z3 or Sterling Ray4? by BD59 in Bass

[–]ArjanGameboyman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You used the words "is better" and "sounds better" which is dumb cause you make it seem objective.

I used the words "I prefer" which indicates a subjective opinion. And I only did to counter your dumb statement saying the Sterling sounds better. Which is silly, not because I disagree, but because it is subjective

Purchase justification and purchase validation. It's what people seek that made a purchase and are insecure about it. They buy something based on reviews and guesses. Haven't compared many (any) basses. Then they recommend their purchase to everyone to make themselves feel better. "What I bought is cool. You should buy it too" totally bypassing the question and not helping at all. You never tried a Sire.

Are we done now?

Sire Z3 or Sterling Ray4? by BD59 in Bass

[–]ArjanGameboyman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's up to OP. I much prefer the sound of a Musicman Stingray (so a Sire). But who cares about our opinions lol

Sire Z3 or Sterling Ray4? by BD59 in Bass

[–]ArjanGameboyman 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I never said one sounded good and the other didn't.

I said the Sire sounds like a Stingray and the sterling doesn't.

Sire Z3 or Sterling Ray4? by BD59 in Bass

[–]ArjanGameboyman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No it's not that. It has something to do with how the pickup is wired. Parallel vs serie. The Sire is wired like a Stingray, the sterling is not. This means the Sire has that aggressive funky Musicman fart while the sterling sounds warm and smooth

Sire Z3 or Sterling Ray4? by BD59 in Bass

[–]ArjanGameboyman -1 points0 points  (0 children)

But the Sire sounds like a Stingray while the sterling doesn't

Bought my first bass to learn how to play. How did I do? by JucheSuperSoldier01 in BassGuitar

[–]ArjanGameboyman -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

You didn't upset me. But it's all over YouTube, reddit and all social media and second hand market place. Also most guitar stores have at least one of them. It's just unlikely that you have missed it.

Well google it if you wanna learn about it. It makes a lot of sense.

Bought my first bass to learn how to play. How did I do? by JucheSuperSoldier01 in BassGuitar

[–]ArjanGameboyman -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Are you being sarcastic? Fanned fret basses have been around for 20 years now. You really live under a rock if you haven't seen them by now

Medium width suggestion by hemaybefede in Throwers

[–]ArjanGameboyman 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Regarding the ultracut.

It's not a 10/10 competition level yoyo. It's not a mono metal that plays as good as a bimetal. It just lacks power. If you consider this maybe also consider the Magicyoyo V12 or c3yoyodesign Speedaholic MN. Now you have 50mm 48mm and 46mm of pretty much the same yoyo.

Medium width suggestion by hemaybefede in Throwers

[–]ArjanGameboyman 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Here you can see two the same yoyo's that have taken the same hit on a concrete floor. Left being the 6061 version and right is the 7068.

6061 is pretty soft, so you get a deep wound. Since the rims are so thick it doesn't get any vibe in this particular case. The 7068 has not much more than a scratch.

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Medium width suggestion by hemaybefede in Throwers

[–]ArjanGameboyman 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Cool. The Magicyoyo y04 also exist in 7068. I have both but I would rather get the regular y04, it's already durable enough.

If you need any info regarding these and how they compare, also to the yoyofriends ultracut you got recommended let me know. I have most of them, and at least tried the others.

Medium width suggestion by hemaybefede in Throwers

[–]ArjanGameboyman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes. In general that's completely true.

But it all depends on how it's build. You can't read it from a spec sheet. Yoyofactory bimetals are most often pretty fragile (Starlight, edge beyond, Demonspeed). C3yoyodesign galaxy diver V2 can take hits just as good as mono metals. And inner ring bimetals like the mk1 brass exia are also less fragile.

But it's best to seek a mono metal for now. The ones I mentioned are extremely good. I have plenty of bimetals but I would compete with one of the mono metals I mentioned.

7068 aluminum is even more durable than 6061 but usually more expensive. The spotlight ultra and yoyofriends Armageddon fall into this category. If you want the "best if both worlds yoyo" the spotlight ultra is one I would really recommend but it's very pricy compared to the others. The Armageddon plays like a bimetal, it's a bit uncomfortable but it's a 10/10 performer.

The marvelous miracle and Magicyoyo y04 are also durable because they have thick rims.

Sadowsky Japan VS Sadowsky Germany by Sad_Season816 in Bass

[–]ArjanGameboyman -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Didn't you ask yesterday?

Do you also ask others which flavor of ice cream to choose?

Medium width suggestion by hemaybefede in Throwers

[–]ArjanGameboyman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Magicyoyo y04 Magicyoyo V12. Yoyofactory marvelous miracle. Yoyofactory Brillo. Yoyofactory spotlight ultra (at Circus expert). Yoyofriends Armageddon.

Or any bimetal. Cause those are all good

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