Hi,
This is my first post here. I'm currently playing a Dean Playmate bass which I bought from a friend of mine a couple of years ago just to hack around with. I set it up myself and it plays and sounds pretty good for a cheap instrument. Although I'm an "occasional" bass player, I do take it seriously and get invited to jam with friends whenever a bass player is needed.
I'm considering purchasing a new bass since I'm playing more, nothing expensive, but maybe more playable than the Dean. I normally don't buy equipment without trying it out first, but the Essex basses have caught my attention. Most of the user reviews have been very positive. There are so many models and I'm looking for something versatile for mostly blues and ocassionally jazz.
So before trekking down to Steve's or L&M here in Toronto with about a $300.00 (plus whatever I sell my Dean for) budget in mind, I would appreciate some recommendations from anyone who may have experience with the Essex basses. Suggestions on other makes and models are welcome.
Thanks in advance,
Lawrie
This is my first post here. I'm currently playing a Dean Playmate bass which I bought from a friend of mine a couple of years ago just to hack around with. I set it up myself and it plays and sounds pretty good for a cheap instrument. Although I'm an "occasional" bass player, I do take it seriously and get invited to jam with friends whenever a bass player is needed.
I'm considering purchasing a new bass since I'm playing more, nothing expensive, but maybe more playable than the Dean. I normally don't buy equipment without trying it out first, but the Essex basses have caught my attention. Most of the user reviews have been very positive. There are so many models and I'm looking for something versatile for mostly blues and ocassionally jazz.
So before trekking down to Steve's or L&M here in Toronto with about a $300.00 (plus whatever I sell my Dean for) budget in mind, I would appreciate some recommendations from anyone who may have experience with the Essex basses. Suggestions on other makes and models are welcome.
Thanks in advance,
Lawrie