Picked up my first bass guitar today--- the Gretsch sunburst finish. So excited to learn!

@everready19373

2 жыл бұрын

How are you progressing?

I played a bass exactly like this about a month back,really liked it,I'm actually going to use this video to justify to my wife buying said bass,lol

@soundslikeben

4 жыл бұрын

Dear, Mrs. Davis, by watching this video, your husband, Aaron, has displayed what a thoughtful consumer he is. Furthermore, his comments indicate your happiness is foremost on his mind. I bet he is already composing a special song for you that would be best played on a Gretsch G2220. Indeed, his expanding bass collection just goes to prove how thankful he is for your support. You both are so lucky to have such a caring relationship. All the best, Ben

@aarondavis4341

4 жыл бұрын

@@soundslikeben my wife said nice try Ben,😂😂

@rsabston

2 жыл бұрын

Lmao, that had me rolling!

Just gigged my first gig with the new Gretch. Fantastic.

this was the bass my mom got me when I said I wanten to play 5 years ago, I didn't use it for so long but now that we are locked at home I am becoming an absolute bass addict, I love this bass so much even though I have huge arms and fingers. great video

@tylerlennon9955

2 жыл бұрын

Long fingers on a short scale just means more options B)

great review! i’ve been working all summer to try to save up for this bass and i’m so excited !! :)

@kingkwedro5632

3 жыл бұрын

Do you have it?!

I used the single pickup version of this bass for year. Great for playing live, and tons of bottom end. Short scale is great for playing if you sing as well. I really miss it, so I just ordered one of these!

@soundslikeben

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, they are really fun basses.

I’m in a band and the bass player plays this bass. It’s a great sounding bass🙃

@thomaskleinhans2384

4 жыл бұрын

Is it good for slapping, also?

@ModernCults

3 жыл бұрын

@@thomaskleinhans2384 yes

@JBmusicart

3 жыл бұрын

Good to know

@lucymoody4927

3 жыл бұрын

@@ModernCults how can you slap?

@blatantenigma3374

2 жыл бұрын

@daniel kuk Do you know "kuk" means "cock" in Swedish? :)

I just picked up one of these and love the feel of this bass I love the short scale way better than my Yamaha full scale, I’m playing it through a Fender Rumble 25 in my home studio and I’m really happy with it. I wish I could play as well as you. Thanks for the useful review.

@soundslikeben

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, John. Glad you found the review helpful. Hope you continue to enjoy the new bass!

@yrsoclvr2

2 жыл бұрын

I own 2 Yamaha basses; a 174TRBX and a BB234, and although I love both these instruments, I keep going back to my Gretsch because it gives me a characteristic growl when switched to both pick-ups. Bought it as floor model. Never had it set-up yet it plays perfectly. I would highly recommend it because it's so much fun to play.

Fantastic Demo! Probably the best I've seen on here. The bass sounds pretty amazing. Very versatile.

@soundslikeben

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Joe! Much appreciated.

@colinstewart3699

4 жыл бұрын

Seems like a winner eh ?

I want more of that sick fuzz from the intro! Nice review, I've definitely got one of these on my wishlist, love the sound and that green color. Cheers!

@soundslikeben

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, DeadlyFredXXX. That tone was straight out of the Fender Rumble 800. I don’t remember the name of the preset, but it is a killer amp.

@soundslikeben

3 жыл бұрын

Good shout out for Tim Bogert. The Beck, Bogert, Appice album was great too.

I’m finally taking my bass playing seriously after months of screwing around with a bass I got at a pawn shop. This is the first new bass I have ever bought, and I am in love with it . You’re video definitely helped solidify my choice when making my purchase.

@soundslikeben

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Tyler! Glad the video helped and welcome to the brotherhood of bass. :)

@martindoman6385

Жыл бұрын

I bought one, in Torino green. I usually play a long scale but this is a well finished and punchy bass. I think you made a good choice.

Recording quality on this video is the best I’ve heard so far. Nice!

@soundslikeben

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Much appreciated.

@sbdreamin

5 жыл бұрын

@@soundslikeben yeah it really helps. some guys just waste your time with reviews with poor sound setup.

FINALLY...A bass demo that I can actually tell what the instrument sounds like!!! And btw, it sure helps to have it played by someone who really knows how. I subscribed too. Because of your demo, I believe a G2220 will be in my near future. Hope it still keeps that nice clean well-defined tone with flats on it.

@soundslikeben

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words, Dave! I liked it with flats too - the placement of the bridge pickup really helps keep the definition.

Just picked one up today! Love it! This vid helped so thank you!

@soundslikeben

4 жыл бұрын

Congrats on the new bass and thanks for watching!

Thanks for showing one of my TOP favorite Bass lines and nice work on "I Want You Back", the Michael J. tune. You sold me right there on this Bass, Haha. Thanks 1,000,000.

Very nice to see and hear a review from someone who can actually play.

@soundslikeben

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words, Oscar!

I bought a new one right off the rack during a casual visit to the local music store. Wanted something smaller than my fender jazz bass for practice. I am normally a strat player and this feels sooooo much better than the big jazz basses. Great sound through a little 10 inch ampeg

the bass in basswood is pronounced like the bass fish

@soundslikeben

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@IFHorus

4 жыл бұрын

I told some guys I played the bass. I showed up at the rehearsal with my fish and they weren't amused.

@Matthew25662

4 жыл бұрын

They called it bass [fish] wood because they used to use it to club fish over the head to catch dinner.

@jugglerjoe

4 жыл бұрын

Yes Indeed

I am a guitarist and a violinist, I have started laying down my own bass tracks in my home studio as opposed to something digital, digital just doesn't catch that realistic bass sound and with COVID, I cannot always get a bass player. I bought a used Ibanez Gio, But I am in the mood for something else, I don't want to spend a lot of money as I am not a bass player. I love Gretsch guitars so I looked at their basses and I ran across this and I was intrigued but very leary.I love the look and that keeps drawing me back to it. So, I googled videos for it and voila, it brought me to yours. Now, I am sure and I am going to pull that trigger. Thank you so much for your detailed review.

Great review!! Of course, you have magic fingers, so I think anything you play will sound great! That being said, as an owner of a Squier Bronco, this looks like something for me to check out. Thank you for taking the time to make this video, and sharing your wonderful talent as a bassist :)

@soundslikeben

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the very kind words, John! Glad you enjoyed the review.

That's one cool bass!! Love the short scale

@soundslikeben

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching, Andrew!

I just bought my G2220 in Torino green last week and my amp is coming today! First time picking up a bass (I learned guitar briefly a few years back) and I'm sooo psyched. I've already learned a few bass lines!

@abrown5526

4 жыл бұрын

And thanks for the lovely demo!

@soundslikeben

4 жыл бұрын

Congrats and welcome to the bass family, Aaqilah! What bass line did you learn first?

@abrown5526

4 жыл бұрын

SoundsLikeBen 'You Make No Sense' by ESG !!

@finnegansawakeband3714

4 жыл бұрын

Aaqilah Brown Six months on, how are you progressing?

Played one of these little beauties in GC and was totally blown away by how phat it sounded. Definitely gonna get me one eventually maybe mod it with some TV Jones pickups and a set of flats.

@soundslikeben

4 жыл бұрын

I'm surprised how consistently good these little Gretsches are. Thanks for watching!

I'm just happy you played the Jaco - passage from "Modern Electric Bass".

I played this bass today. The back of the neck was real shiny but the feel of the bass neck was nice. It felt more like playing a guitar.

Great demo, sharp looking bass and very versatile sounding in your hands. what's your favorite (go to) bass?

Great review, cheers mate

@soundslikeben

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Palmer!

I'm liking this bass even more.

@soundslikeben

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching, Macky!

Very very nice… great video!

Nice review. Being a bass beginner, I’m definitely going to look one of these over.

@soundslikeben

5 жыл бұрын

They are very fun. I’d also recommend taking a closer look at the Yamaha BB series or a Schecter. I used a BB434 at a gig last night and it was great.

just thanks for this post. One of those who led me to choose this model cause I'm guitarist (a french one) and need short scale bass at a right price. So, one more thanks 😊

@soundslikeben

4 жыл бұрын

De rien, Eric! Thanks for watching and I hope you enjoy your bass. :)

Finally someone who plays something reasonable while demonstrating different tones.

Mine is on the way! Thanks!

Excellent and very helpful Many thanks

I love em! I play it everyday!

Oh geez man, that squeek almost killed me !! Nice review though :D

Really nice demo, man. I wish you'd talked about the set up and playability, but you can't have everything. Thanks for your work!

@soundslikeben

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Great feedback. If and when I get back into gear reviews, I plan on getting more scientific about the setup side of things.

Great job picking basslines from classic tunes to dial in good tone :-)

Great review, Man! I do that thumb muting stuff all the time on mine.

@soundslikeben

4 жыл бұрын

They really do sound great for that. Thanks for watching!

COOL BASS ..SOUNDS GREAT

Hah, what are the odds. My Torino green jr jet just came in the mail today. Plays like a dream, especially since I have small hands. Love the tone out of the mini humbuckers too

@soundslikeben

5 жыл бұрын

Cool! Hope you enjoy. I got a lot of favorable comments on the green color at sessions.

@SmokeBreakGaming

5 жыл бұрын

I plan on it. It’s a beautiful bass. Nice review btw

@soundslikeben

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Ordered today. I play guitar and this will be perfect for recording originals. Being short with closer frets should make an easy transition. Thanks for the review.

@soundslikeben

3 жыл бұрын

Congrats on the new bass, Todd! Thanks for watching.

I'm thinking of buying one as a guitar player it seems the best fit! Loved your playing too!

@soundslikeben

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, TJ! I know a few guitarists who have picked these up and love them.

Thanks for the info brother

Just ordered the Torino green model - it'll be joining my Ibanez GSR200 :)

Recommend this to my bass students - great bass - easy to play

@soundslikeben

4 жыл бұрын

Agreed. Thanks for watching, Kunchang!

Not sure if anyone else has pointed this out, but basswood is the same as linden - super light but lots of strength and great tone (and used on basses 10x the price of the Gretsch.

a little fyi for bass players; basswood is often derided, however, as my younger drummer brother who is also a forester tells me; basswood trees are the only trees in the forest you can strike w/ a heavy object and it produces an actual discernible note....ie it's very resonant.

i was ready to pull the trigger on a Squier Jaguar SS... then I found this video. Forgittabout it! Gonna get this one.. love the tone! Been playing an Ibanez SRF700 (fretless) for a year and it's just too big for me. I can handle it, but am looking for something more compact without sacrificing tone. Thanks for the review.

@soundslikeben

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, SB! Much appreciated. They are a nifty little piece. I think the pickup placement is a big part of the tone on these.

@sbdreamin

5 жыл бұрын

SoundsLikeBen just ordered my green one!

@soundslikeben

5 жыл бұрын

Congrats! Hope you enjoy it.

Love the Barney Miller Theme at 2:34!

@soundslikeben

4 жыл бұрын

I’ve never actually heard the song or seen the show, but when I started playing bass family members would always ask me to play Barney Miller and then hum the opening bass part. For those who don’t know what we’re talking about, here it is (and it is certainly groovy) kzread.info/dash/bejne/pKN8u7qrfMvTeMY.html

"Sunday Paper" by Joe Jackson!

Thanks for the demo.I'm getting exactly the same model and colour.Great sounding lil bass, with its own character.

@soundslikeben

5 жыл бұрын

Congrats on the new bass. Enjoy!

@sbdreamin

5 жыл бұрын

love the army green!

@soundslikeben

5 жыл бұрын

@@sbdreamin Me too!

I have, among others, an Epi Eb-0 that when jamming with friends really can disappear in the mix. So I've been looking for something with that vintage vibe, but with a little more cut. I think this may be it.

I just bought this bass....mainly a guitar player but I love what the bass does while playing with others or a band. really hoping I like it.

@soundslikeben

2 жыл бұрын

Congrats and welcome to the brotherhood of the low end!

This sounds great!! May have to pick up one.. Please tell me what effect you were using in the intro.. loved it! Gave me stank face

@soundslikeben

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching, Robert! It was a preset on the Fender Rumble Stage 800. I think it was called Edgar Winter or Frankenstein. Something like that.

I LOVE THE BARNEY MILLER THEME!!!!

@soundslikeben

Жыл бұрын

Chuck Berghofer is the man. Respect

Ben: “Whose gonna throw away an instrument?” Guitar Centre: “Yes”.

Bass wood.. like the fish. It is a soft wood used often for hand carving. A hobby of mine

Hi Ben, I just stumbled across this bass. Always wanted a short scale just for easy travel. This one seems pretty cool for sure. Nice variety with your demo:). Thanks:). This is a 2 yr old vid, just curious if you still have this bass, if so, did you experiment with strings other than the stock strings? Oh, and BTW, what is your take on intonation and how well it stays in tune?:)

@soundslikeben

3 жыл бұрын

Hi, I tried flatwound strings on the bass and liked them too. I sold the bass because I needed funds to buy the next bass to review, but I would have no objection to holding on to that bass. I have since tried 3 other short scales and I would be as happy to have the Gretsch as the others, which is saying something considering the bass is so affordable. I don’t recall any intonation or tuning problems on my bass. I did gig it during the few months I owned it and had no problems with it in a working setting either.

Been playing guitar for 25 years. Bought a bass today. It's a Gretch and I'm loving it. Licks that didn't really have a place on 6 strings have come to life on 4. Thanks for the info!

@soundslikeben

4 жыл бұрын

Welcome to the low end, Papa Romeo. Thanks for watching!

HA Jackson 5 you’re awesome! That bass is baller!

@soundslikeben

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Joshua!

Pretty Fine looking

It’s pronounced basswood not basswood

@JBmusicart

3 жыл бұрын

Um I believe it's basswood but ok😂

@littlesometin

3 жыл бұрын

tnx for clearing that up!

@Silasnaville

Жыл бұрын

No basssswood

The Sunday Papers Graham Maybe tone convinced me. If you wanna really impress, blast out some "She gets paid on Friday" lol

@chasbodaniels1744

2 жыл бұрын

Aha, I knew if I scrolled far enough, someone would have mentioned Mr. Maby’s work. I’ve read how fans asked him for years, why he doesn’t play *everything* the way he did in his early Joe Jackson Band era.

Good review mate. Is that a Miles Davis poster behind you? Getting my Torino green bass Tuesday 😊

@soundslikeben

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks and congrats on the new bass! Yes it is Miles. I got mine here: www.allposters.com/-sp/Miles-1-Posters_i13093359_.htm

@nattyboyo2404

5 жыл бұрын

SoundsLikeBen Thanks very much and I appreciate the link for the poster. I love Miles and Paul Chambers' bass playing. I normally play guitar and am not an expert on jazz but Miles Davis and John Coltrane are two of my favourite artists to listen to.

Great review, nice sound quality! Have you had a chance to play the Mustang P/J? Just wondering what you thought...

@soundslikeben

5 жыл бұрын

Hi, I’ve played a couple in stores, but never for an extended period. They were always set up with pretty high action. It made them feel a bit stiff. Of course, this can be adjusted, I just haven’t had one in my possession that was set up well enough to really give it a run through.

I just got my G&L Tribute JB today and I will be getting the Gretsch tomorrow....I will have a personal shootout between them....The JB as expected is a much better bass than the Yamaha I have been playing. You can feel the difference in quality ...it is immediately noticed...I am hoping the Gretsch is as good as advertised...My Yamaha will be hanging at the local music store on consignment.

Gah, right on with the Journey tone...

@soundslikeben

4 жыл бұрын

Ross Valory is an under-appreciated bassist IMO

So, you've probably seen the hoopla about this bass since you posted this review -- the pickups are actually single-coils, and are both marked "bridge." I've seen some reviews that say they are VERY noisy. What was your experience? Also -- anybody who does a bass demo with the theme from BARNEY MILLER is a man after my own heart! Awesome! :)

@soundslikeben

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, I had not seen the hoopla when I made the video (several years ago). I had no problems with noise. Honestly, just a great sounding and fun little bass. Especially at under $300.

a Bass in British Racing Green... noice!

@soundslikeben

3 жыл бұрын

Right?! Which bass would be the modern equivalent of a Lotus race car?

@Samasiam

2 жыл бұрын

@@soundslikeben Question: Saw some as light as under 6lbs. Average more 7+. Do you think a lighter one loses anything? Certainly seems highly desireable otherwise. Also, you suddenly made me like that color even more. My older brother was a foreign car guy way back and in 1965, bought a Lotus Elan S2 in BRG. Perhaps a little different in shade, but this certainly recalls it. The car Mclaren said he could never reproduce the steering feel of and Leno refers to as connecting driver and road like no other. And damn, that SS Gretsch is unique, too. Thanks, I have to check one out now. 👍

What pedals did you use to get that awesome sound in the beginning of the video?

Own this one, love it. I named her Major Houlihan.

@soundslikeben

11 ай бұрын

Hot Lips Houlihan!

Hey! I recently bought this as my first ever bass, and i’m having some trouble with setting it up.. Thinking of upgrading it with a new saddle since the one that came with it is malfunctioning. What bridge upgrade would be compatiable? Fender style?

I wonder how many of us watching this are old enough to recognize the bass line you played as being from the main title theme to the ‘70s TV sit com Barney Miller.

@soundslikeben

2 жыл бұрын

It's funny because I never watched the show, but as soon as I started playing bass, everyone in my family started singing that theme song to me.

I bought one a few days back at GC. Was looking at a used Fender but the sales guy showed me the Jr (for less $$$) and said he can’t put his down. For some reason, out of all the instruments I’ve frustrated myself with, I feel like I finally found my thing.

@soundslikeben

Жыл бұрын

They are sweet little basses for sure. Congrats on your new axe!

Do I need to trim short scale strings for this Bass like I would for a regular bass standard length.Thank you

No humbuckers. That was a big advertising faux pas from Gretsch, but one hell of a bass and yes, tons of bottom end!

I bought mine as a baritone. I couldn’t get my head around the low string being an A. I restrung it as a bass vi E to E. It’s wonderful. It’s sounds better than my Squier Bass vi.

@soundslikeben

Жыл бұрын

It should normally have the low string as an E. Glad you were able to work it out.

Looking to pick up one of these just for fun and a change of pace from playing my strat. Can you slap on it? I have watched a couple of reviews but haven’t seen anyone play slap bass with it....

Well, you didn’t answer my questions, but I bought one anyway… and it’s awesome!

@soundslikeben

2 жыл бұрын

Been crazy busy lately, but congrats on the new bass!

Awesome review! i’ve been playing guitar for about 4 years and would like to get into playing bass as well, not professionally at all just as a hobby. I saw this bass because of Mike Kerr from Royal Blood playing it and I love that band! I also had my eye set on the Squier Affinity PJ bass in olympic white with the black pickguard, I love the color. What would you recommend I purchase as I want to stay on a budget since it’s not my main instrument and to play rock/punk/metal music. Out of the Squier Affinity PJ bass and the Gretsch Junior Jet ii which would you recommend for my type of music? Thanks!

@soundslikeben

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, TT! Much appreciated. The Squier is a 34" scale rather than 30", so you definitely will want to play them both as they will feel different. The Squier has rock bottom pricing, so saving $100 could move you in favor of that, although I think you will want to upgrade the pickups and tuners sooner sooner rather than later. If you're cool with that, go for the Squier. Although the P is definitely the more traditional choice, don't forget Mike Watt rocks out on a short scale bass.

@DeadlyFredXXX

4 жыл бұрын

@@robjobse8860 of course they are, they're cheap. In reality, Squires are pretty darn good instruments these days. I've got a Squire Jaguar SS and it is a very well-made instrument that plays like butter and sounds great.

@DeadlyFredXXX

4 жыл бұрын

@@robjobse8860 no, it's one of the "vintage modified" series.

@DeadlyFredXXX

4 жыл бұрын

@@robjobse8860 yas. Black on black, matching headstock, it's a classy little bass. Think it cost all of 200 bucks? Total steal. I was really surprised at how good it is. My first guitar was a Squire ages ago and I hated that thing. They've upped their game!

@DeadlyFredXXX

4 жыл бұрын

@@robjobse8860 Harley Benton is pretty nice.

do you know what gauge strings go on that bass that sound the best?

I just ordered one. Your tune sounded like space trucking

@soundslikeben

3 жыл бұрын

Congrats on the new bass, J B!

For as much as people on the internet like to shit on gretsch and this bass from what I’ve seen, as a guitarist playing bass, I like it. It matches my guitar, colors nice, and Gretsch always has great neck pickups.

@soundslikeben

Жыл бұрын

Right?! People are all up in arms about the humbicker thing (And yes, FMIC should be accurate), but bottom line, it is a great sounding bass that is fun to play

Great review - definitely gonna get one of these (before I watched this I wasn't sure about going for the Torino green finish but it looks pretty good!) Any chance you could do a video on how to play the bass solo that graces the opening credits of Dirty Harry (possibly the funkiest piece of music ever committed to tape)?!

@soundslikeben

4 жыл бұрын

Oh that is a great idea! My friends and I used to binge watch Dirty Harry movies while working on term papers.

@mrsmith4683

4 жыл бұрын

​@@soundslikeben Haha, hey dude, greetings from Scotland! Yeah the films are classics, especially the first one with the Lalo Schifrin score! The rhythm section session players on that were as tight as two coats of paint, especially on the opening track (who were those anonymous funkmasters?!), so it would be really cool for someone like yourself to do a bass lesson for that solo...there's some pretty nimble basswork goin' on there which is tricky to work out how to play...!

WHAT IS BETTER GRETSCH G2220 OR EPIPHONE VIOLA BASS??

Basssss-wood

phat! \m/

Totally sounds like my T40. But minus the weight of two new born calves. So if you want a short scale with two humbuckers but think ricks are stupid looking and want to look like a russian dude in a 70s funk band, but might want to play dirty punk, super good deal. Also if any wants a fixer upper t 40 let me know. Its sparkely purple and has huge triangle finger markers hit me up.

What kind of pickups?

Where did you get the skull cap? I like it

@soundslikeben

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks. A family member knitted it for me. She always gives the best gifts.

I'm thinking about getting this bass. What gauge strings comes with it? I'm a guitar player with a little experience on bass. I played a Gibson EB with flatwounds and I liked it. So I want to put flatwound strings on it.

@martindoman6385

Жыл бұрын

I put Hofner flats on mine but the E string broke so I had to buy one else where. Otherwise, it's a great short scale bass which you can play without hum and great sound. Don't regret buying mine.

Great demo! Being a keyboardist and (sometimes) guitarist, I been wanting to get a bass for a while and think a short scale is for me. How would you compare the G2220 to the Mustang PJ? I'm liking the sounds and look of this in your capable hands. Going to play one later today.

@soundslikeben

4 жыл бұрын

I haven't owned a mustang p/j, but I've played a bunch in store. Either can be a good bass, although the Gretsch tends to have a more consistent setup out of the box.

@rodtompkins

4 жыл бұрын

@@soundslikeben Just bought a G2220 last week in the Walnut Stain (aka Red) finish. I knew I wanted one after playing it for just a couple minutes in the store.

I had the single pick up model, and it is a great bass! The only reason I don't have it still is because my nephew begged me for it and I gave it to him. I have a '67 Gibson EB-0 that I've played for years, love that pick up and as good as the Gretsch is I love that Gibson like my own child.

@soundslikeben

3 жыл бұрын

Great for you for getting your nephew going! What a great way to pay it forward!

Can anyone comment on neck dive with this bass? Thanx!

How is the balance on this bass? I know basswood is quite light. I’m extremely averse to any neck pull.

@soundslikeben

4 жыл бұрын

That is another advantage to short scale basses. Much less neck dive. You'll want to check it out in a store if you can first. Guitar Center usually has at least one in stock.

How did uou get a black one? it seems they are not produced anymore in that color

@soundslikeben

Жыл бұрын

It was torino green, not black

Hi Mate is this guitar any good for Reggae - i like the deep sound of reggae or would you recommend something else for Reggae with deep sound cheers

@soundslikeben

4 жыл бұрын

This could easily work for reggae, especially strung with flats. A classic j bass with a rosewood fingerboard will also do the trick nicely. Use both pickups and roll off the tone knob.

@Kingy-23drums

4 жыл бұрын

@@soundslikeben thanks ben

Hey! I’m planning to buy this bass but I’m not quite sure about which one I’m gonna buy. What do you recommend me? The Fender mustang bass or the Gretsch junior jet bass

@soundslikeben

3 жыл бұрын

The Fender Mustang is better if you want a P bass sound, but otherwise, I would probably go with the Gretsch, which is just as fun at less than half the price.

@aloncd

3 жыл бұрын

@@soundslikeben Is there any difference in sound or overall quality?

@aloncd

3 жыл бұрын

@@soundslikeben I mean, if I play in a garage alt rock Band, what do you think that could be my best option? Does the Gretsch bass sound like sort of a j bass?

@soundslikeben

3 жыл бұрын

@@aloncd The Fender will get you closer. You may want to check out the Sire U5. Short scale PJ for about $500. Sires have great build quality at their price point. Ashdown makes The Grail, which is a short scale jazz bass, but it will set you back a bit more than the Fender. Nice basses though.

What sort of strings, Ben ?

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4 жыл бұрын

Stock roundwounds that came with it. I also tried D’addario short scale Chromes. They were good too.