Reply #9: here's an ibey...Ibanez SR300DX

[cleofus1]

sample review:

"I've recently been preliminarily diagnosed with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. I attribute this to all the intense playing I was doing (for a band, not for me, what a mistake) with this huge, bulky Hamer bass with a log for a neck. I needed something "healthier" and "smarter" to play. The Hamer bass was geared towards classic/hard rock, and I've found myself exploring funk-style, more modern, alternative music. Take my word for it, it's horribly futile to try and develop a slap/pop technique when the neck pickup is up against the end of the neck, leaving no room for your non-fretting hand to work efficiently. I've owned other Ibanez products (both basses and electric guitars) before, and have never been let down with their quality and playability. The SR300DX is no exception. It's not expensive, but has a feel and tone comparable to more expensive basses, both from Ibanez and other manufacturers. I tried other low-mid ranged basses from other manufacturers, and none (even those that cost $200 more) stacked up, dollar for dollar, to the SR300DX. The fit-and-finish are premium, the PHAT II bass boost is wonderful (especially since now they've provided a dedicated place for the 9V battery), and the P/J pickup combination just scream flexibility. The neck is "like butter", though I will have it set-up a little "faster" (personal preference) when I go to put a new set of strings - I think the "Candy Apple " body, the black hardware, and those new DR "Black Beauties" will look just "sweet". The ONLY think I could even see as a negative with this bass is the absence of a 3-way pickup switch. It's not a standard/traditional thing for a bass, but it would make "tweaking" of the tone from the bass "on the fly" much more efficient. Don't be fooled, this isn't a $1,000 Fender American Jazz Standard or a Music Man Stingray that cost even more. But also don't be fooled, this is a quality bass that will serve you far better than the price would suggest."

284.00$