I just traded "down" from a high end boutique bass and I couldn't be happier. Now instead of worrying about the fine piece of furniture I had, I can just PLAY!

There are three things I love about this bass. First, the playability. After a few days of adjusting, I was playing much faster than with my old bass, which had a very wide and thin neck. The neck profile on this bass is very comfortable, and the oil finish is speedy. The strings are taut, and the action is great.

Second, I love the construction. The finish is beautiful. The frets are perfect. The pots are really solid.

Third is THE SOUND!!!! Instant mix-friendly tone. Slap is incredible, fingerstyle is totally punchy. And here's the best thing. This bass really responds to my playing technique. Just moving hand positions can dramatically change tone. I feel like I can really express myself on this bass. The bass just fits really well into the mix, no matter what style I'm playing. It's a very ballsy, gutsy sound. Even the B string sounds tight.

Is there anything I don't like about it? Yup. I can't stand the look of StingRay pickguards...I've always hated them. But I'm getting used to it. That beautiful transparent teal finish keeps me liking the look of the bass overall.

Construction	99%
(A few spots on the rosewood board weren't oiled)
Playability	100%
(Very fast and comfortable, especially for a five)
Appearance	90%
(I just can't stand the pickguard...some people love it)
Sound	100%
Value	100%
Cust. Service	100%
(I won't dis them at this point...I've never had to deal with them!)
Overall	99%