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ive been looking around for ages at upgrading my current bass. the choices at my local music shops where pretty much fender and musicman & i was convinced it was the musicman stingray 5 i just had to make sure.
so when we where on holidays i heard there was a music shop that had warwicks around the corner. i went there and they had a 2005 ltd corvette hot rod 5 string and a ash corvette standard 5.
first i picked up the ltd it was very pretty and was suprised at the feel and playability, the tone was a little bright for my likings.
I then picked up the corvette and it was absoloutely perfect the sound was just so warm and felt so good to play. it was just what i been looking for you could tell that this bass was built well.

so i was just wondering before i purchase a corvette what other warwick basses should i try. i like the twin jazz pickup option it sounds sweet.

thanks for the help
 
I would recommend trying the Thumb NT, Thumb Bolt-on, and any model Streamer. My favorite is the Thumb NT, but I am not sure on how much you are looking to spend.
 
My advice is to try as many models as you possibly can.The unnatractive,oddly shaped last choice model might well turn out to be just the bass for you,I've seen it happen with the Katana.A guy tried out most of the models & his last choice was the Katana,(he didnt much like the look of it)but after he played it,he bought it. :wink:
 
As mentioned before, and being a Warwick representative, I would suggest trying them all out. I have tried them all, and also own most of them, and all that I can honestly say is that behave differently and work well in different situations for different people. Some people think the Streamer Jazzman is the greatest instrument for Jazz, while I use it a lot for rock and pop for example.

What I'm trying to say is that no one will know best which bass is the one for you, except your ears and your hands when you play "the one".

Good luck on your search...
 
since picking up a Hot Rod LTD 5 string, I ahve to say that I would buy a second one in a heart beat. Personally, I dont find the bass to be too bright. It gives out some amazing tones and playing with tht 3 band eq can really dial in some nice sounds. I play mostly metal and I think this is going to be my go to bass. I would also try the Thumb both bolt on and neck t hru, as well as a Corvette $$, Streamer as mentioned above and even a dolphin if yo are willing to spend the cashola.

Thumperton has a good point. Many dont like the looks of the Katana, but the sound is drop dead amazing. Mzybe check that out too.

BAsically, try them all and then decide, but if you were asking me, I woudl say Hot Rod 5, then Thumb BO and then a Streamer of some sort. 8)
 
In your price range, I would try the Corvette Bubinga. Different sound and feel than the Corvette Ash, but it's heavier. Also, the Jazzman (corvette or streamer) is pretty special. Me, I'm going for a Corvette $$ custom.

Also the Thumbs are quite different, but pricey. Depends how much you are willing to spend. Check out the second hand market (try before yo ubuy, as usual).
 
Hey guys thanks for the responses. the dearest model i can afford at the moment is the thumb bolt on but it will be a couple of weeks before i get to try one.
i was also wondering a couple things about the thumb bass
why are the pickups so close together and on an angle ?
Whats the difference between the gigbag included with the thumb than the corvettes?
and has anyone tried a thumb or corvette with a high C instead of a low B ?

thanks
 
Hi Bass Man-
The gig bags are identical. As to the pickup configuration, I don't know the theory behind it exactly but it has to do with what tonal range Warwick was looking to accentuate with the bass and the tilt is to maintain string-to-string balance in relation to the positions under the strings, if I'm not mistaken. I've had two of them now and I can tell you that you'll be really happy with the way they are designed. Good choice! ~M~
 
I believe that the FNA JAzzman is one of the most versatile instruments. The Hot Rod is a pure playing machine, one of the best slap basses I've played but the FNA is much better if you play a lot od different styles. Good luck with the hunt / mats
 
Bass man said:
Has anyone tried a thumb or corvette with a high C instead of a low B ?
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Well I own a Thumb NT 6 Fretless and it has both a low B and a high C. I love both of those strings. I haven't really used either of them that often yet but they do give you an added range of notes. If you have any further questions concerning this just ask. As the others have posted before I would also try as many basses as possible. You can never know how a bass feels until you have tried it. I also wouldn't judge a bass by it's appearence either, the Katana may not be the prettiest bass but Warwick knew exactly what they were doing when it was being developed. It is very comfortable and has a great tone as well.
 
thanks guys im even more excited to try one. ill let you know on my decission when i get one.
 
muahahahah, welcome to the Warwick family sir. get comfy on the couch, kick up your feet and stay a while.


there are much worse things to be adicted to 8)
 
boston asphalt2 said:
muahahahah, welcome to the Warwick family sir. get comfy on the couch, kick up your feet and stay a while.


there are much worse things to be adicted to 8)
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i havnt bought one yet 8)
 
Bass man said:
boston asphalt2 said:
muahahahah, welcome to the Warwick family sir. get comfy on the couch, kick up your feet and stay a while.


there are much worse things to be adicted to 8)
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i havnt bought one yet 8)
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I know, but you will, you KNOW you will, so I wanted to be the first to welcome you 8)
 
Bass man said:
boston asphalt2 said:
muahahahah, welcome to the Warwick family sir. get comfy on the couch, kick up your feet and stay a while.


there are much worse things to be adicted to 8)
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i havnt bought one yet 8)
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you dont need a warwick bass to join the family...just have good taste :D
 
One small piece of advice: play these basses with a strap and standing before deciding. Warwicks tend to neck dive. My corvette is not awful, but I could definitely do with a better balancing bass. The thumb, IMO, is awful. Of course, others will say the opposite, as they are very popular anyway, but I would suggest that you try it out yourself and avoid any unpleasant surprises. I was almost convinced to buy a Thumb NT until I tried it with a strap. Great neck dive and a far reach for the first positions, because of the short upper horn. Of the three most popular warwick body shapes, I find that the streamer is the most ergonomic, followed by the corvette followed by the thumb.
 
Good advice, Dragonlord.

I took my own strap (with Warwick locks) when I tried out some Thumbs. We've had other threads about straps and stuff... I find that with a Comfort Strapp (or something similar) the bass stays put. The weight/balance is not an issue for me... but if it's a problem, it's one of those things that may colour your view of the whole bass!

Another bit of advice... I took my own tuner... basses in shops always seem to be de-tuned... maybe it makes them more twangtastic when you audition them!
 
Yeah, recently got a Comfort Strapp myself, very very nice. I hear that the Brooklyn Gear strap is similar.
 
i currently have a very wide strap with dunlop locks
just a question if i took the locks off could i still use my strap with just the strap pin and holes in the strap
 
I dont find any neck dive regardless of strap,I think it depends alot on the individual.In my opinion people confuse overall weight with neck-dive.If the bass is heavy,like the Thumb,it's going to feel heavy,all over,not just the neck. :shock:
 
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