January 08, 2024
I'm giving this bass a 5 star rating based on the cost and quality, not because I think it is superior to something else. It's simply worth the money in this category of instruments. I have guitars that cost 5 times as much as this, so it's not about the cost. Even those require a little setup and adjustments for personal requirements. That said, this bass required another level of adjustments and refinement to get it right and I'll likely continue to work on it. First, the frets needed some smo ...
I'm giving this bass a 5 star rating based on the cost and quality, not because I think it is superior to something else. It's simply worth the money in this category of instruments. I have guitars that cost 5 times as much as this, so it's not about the cost. Even those require a little setup and adjustments for personal requirements. That said, this bass required another level of adjustments and refinement to get it right and I'll likely continue to work on it. First, the frets needed some smoothing out on the top and bottom edges. The bridge, which is probably the lowest quality part of this bass, needed some fine tuning for intonation and string height. Not unusual for any instrument right out of the box, but this one needed a little more than usual and will likely be replaced by an aftermarket model. The plastic nut needed a little filing for the B string to sit lower for proper height. The nut will also likely be replaced for something more durable which is very inexpensive. The neck was my biggest concern based on previous reviews but those were mostly regarding the previous model. The weight and thickness are fine, it's the unfinished aspect that I'm not in love with. A little fine lacquer would make a huge difference. It was also a little rough around the edges and needs some fine sanding. Overall, the electronics are decent and fairly responsive for something in this price range. Was it worth it for $139? Very much so. Would I buy another Glarry product? Yes. As stated, I have many other instruments and gear that range all over the place in cost, but the most expensive aren't necessarily my favorites.
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