Comparison Of All Streamer Models

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Looking for a breakdown of the 1990s Stage 1, Stage 2, LX, Pro M, Jazzman, etc. Would also be interested in learning more about how these models differ since Warwick returned to producing thinner necks.

Considering buying one used, 4 string, fretted.

Ideally looking to understand:
- primary difference in specs across the Streamers
- any notable difference in tonal range and characteristics
- anything else you think is important

I can't play them in person these days so I'm looking for inputs.

I've found some Stage 1 vs 2 videos but nothing up to date that covers all the Streamers.
 

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just my 2 cents, there is a lot of material here comparing different models.
You might be looking for a summary but producing that would be work :)

If you have more specific questions chances of getting a substantial answer might be higher
 

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Stage 1, Stuart Zender
Stage 2, Dirk Lance
LX, Do not buy
Jazzman, hell yeah!
 

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Stage 1, Stuart Zender
Stage 2, Dirk Lance
LX, Do not buy
Jazzman, hell yeah!

I‘m quite happy with my LX 8 string. And Nacho lives his LX!
I had all models, don’t ask me which one to prefer.
 

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Hehe. I had a korean LX6 pro series, a SS1 5, a SS2 5, a Streamer Pro-M 5.

The pro series LX was not so good, but also the only non German built Warwick.

My favorite by far was the SS1. It sounded warmer and thicker then all the others.

But let it be known I am more of a Dolphin player, leaning more towards the Thunb bass then the Streamers from where I stand.
 

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Looking for a breakdown of the 1990s Stage 1, Stage 2, LX, Pro M, Jazzman, etc. Would also be interested in learning more about how these models differ since Warwick returned to producing thinner necks.

Considering buying one used, 4 string, fretted.

Ideally looking to understand:
- primary difference in specs across the Streamers
- any notable difference in tonal range and characteristics
- anything else you think is important

I can't play them in person these days so I'm looking for inputs.

I've found some Stage 1 vs 2 videos but nothing up to date that covers all the Streamers.
Hi budddy, and welcome to the forum.
Well streamer is a shape, and the main differences come from pickup type and position, wood choice and construction (NT vs BO)

You are looking for 4 strings basses, some of them have a PJ confing in 4 strings (LX and SSI for example)

LATER EDIT:
I tried to give you an answer, but failed. Too many variables. You better try to narrow down the options a bit (want a vintage one, a new one, PJ, JJ, what kind of music do you play, etc, help us)
The short answer: Streamers sound whatever you like, depending on model. From classic Jbass and Pbass to growly modern sound, to fat MM, everything is in their arsenal. So your question is as complex as "please try to describe all the basses in the world" :)

I guess the 4 most popular ones are SSII, SSI, LX, and vintage Spectorhead ones.

SSII- Nasal growly, a Jazz Bass on steroids.
SSI- Less "in your face" than SSII, the 4 strings model is a PJ, so you can use it with P pickup for a P vibe, or both for a modern touch.
LX- Modern sounding, tight, growly, the snappiest of them all. Light touch will sound awesome.
Spectorhead- Similar to SSI, hand made, very different from one bass to another, some are thin sounding some are fat sounding, buy for mojo and uniqueness, but really you will never know the sound you get. All the other ones are pretty consistent, you tried one, you know them all.

Flo
 

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Aside from tonal differences, there are definitely variations in the necks made during the '90s. The early '90s necks are all wenge and do not have a volute. The voluteless (a new word?) necks have the very nice feature of being able to replace the truss rod. A definite plus. They also have the brass JAN1 nut. The later necks are ovangkol with a wenge fretboard and a synthetic nut. It appears they have changed the thickness (fretboard surface to the back surface of the neck), with the newer necks being a bit less thick. The width seems to have remained pretty much the same, aside from the broadneck versions anyway. My observation about the thickness is based on "feel" and I have not made any measurements. Also, I am not certain when the thickness change was made, and it may have been after 2000, or it could be a figment of my imagination. I prefer the most recent shape with a brass JAN3 nut. But, in reality, in the final analysis........it makes little difference. One of my favorite playing and sounding basses is a Bleached Blonde Thumb with an all maple neck and synthetic nut. And the best playing bass I have ever had in my hands is a 2014 Fortress LTD 5 string with a wenge neck, maple fretboard, and brass JAN3. So, it's all a matter of personal preference really. Good luck with your search, and be aware that my descriptions are "general", and there are numerous variations and combinations out there.
 

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So what exactly do we know now after all these posts besides the TS or OP if you like seems missing in action?

Also, "all Warwicks sound the same" is what I read elsewhere. LOL.
 

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As a honorable member once mentioned: „They all just make boom boom boom!“
 
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