EB five string

[patman]

Well, had to tighten the truss rod a few times...neck had a ton of relief in it...it straightened out nicely, and appears stable.

Had to set the harmonics.

Other than that it was good to go.

Was shipped tuned up under tension...thought that was odd...it was made in November 2013, and I guess was in a warehouse in Mississippi ever since, under tension.

Bass pickup tilts forward slightly...may have to re-arrange the foam underneath, but screws appear to be straight.

Pickups sound pretty wonderful. Body and neck feel very lively and musical. Very slap friendly.

[uwe]

New Gibson bass necks - irrespective of type - still move quite a bit, they settle down after a couple of years.

[patman]

Took it to a Smoooth Orchestra rehearsal last night...(Temptations -style band, or singing group)

It does this style of music very well.

Tonight is a CincyRockers rehearsal...I have no doubt that it will excel at this, also.

Very pleased. Thank you Gibson.

[uwe]

It's a good, versatile bass with enough character and nothing too extreme. If you can't get a good sound our of that one, you should perhaps take up stamp collecting instead.

[patman]

Took it on the first gig last night.

Very pleased.  Lots of different and cool sounds

[4stringer77]

Ran in to a burst 5 string 2014 EB with the 12th fret anniversary inlay at Manchester Music Mill in Manchester NH if anyone is looking for one. They're asking under a grand for it. Glad you're enjoying yours Patman.