Al... $194... as you say... Surf's Up...!
I'm not the best at hearing fine differences between basses - and I tend to disbelieve half of what I hear, since I think that many of the things people hear are "psycho-acoustics". But this bass definitely has a different sound from my others. I'm going to compare it with my Casady just to see the differences.Bright is right! With the tone up all the way, it's a lot brighter than I prefer. But if you wanted a real high-bright "recorded in a garage 60's" sound, it would do it.BTW- I've found the best prices on Labella flats at Imperial Guitars online...most of their labellas are less than $30 online, which is a super deal! They've even ordered me Deep Talkin' flat short scale strings that they don't show on their website, and gave me comparable prices.http://www.imperialguitar.com/ thats funny. I actually ordered most of my danos from Imperial. they are about 40 minutes from my house. good guys and good prices....
Nice bass! I like danos, especially this bodyshape, always reminding me of late Syd Barrett.