Silvertone LB11 Bass Guitar and Amp Package, Liquid Black -SSLB11PK-BK Review
If you're looking at this starter set, you're probably in a similar position as I was. And you're looking to start playing bass guitar, but aren't so self-assured or financially inclined that you're looking to spend a lot of money on a beginning instrument. Which brings you to starter sets in the first place. You want everything you need at a good price while not sacrificing playability. And to me: that's exactly what this set is.br /br /The bass itself is quite nice, exceeding my expectations. Any pictures you find online usually wash out the shine and make the color look flat and boring. But it's a pretty striking, deep, shiny black. It's not a 00 bass, but it looks way nicer than the price would make you think it does. As for sound, I've never played a bass before, so I have nothing to compare it to. However, the amp brings the sound through pretty cleanly and warmly. And I really have no complaints.br /br /The thumb rest on the bass just seemed to detract from the aesthetic appeal, and got in my way when moving down a string. I find it's just as easy to rest your thumb on the pickup when playing the E string. Although it can be removed easily and in short order with an average-sized Phillips screwdriver, it leaves kind of unsightly screw holes behind, that had low-laying, somewhat jagged edges. I filed that down carefully with some sandpaper, and it's now fine. If there's anything I have against the bass, it's the thumb rest. Since it's removable, it's really no big deal. Just making note of it.br /br /Regarding accessories:br /The case is, as others have said, not capable of protecting against anything except scratches or dust. It's better than nothing, but the bottom-mounted zipper makes casing and uncasing awkward and slow, and I always worry about the fabric pulling on one of the tuning keys and untuning it.br /br /The picks are picks. Rounded, triangular pieces of plastic. I haven't used them, because I've preferred finger-plucking so far. Feels way more assured and direct, plus I find it easier to mute strings with the pick not in the way. But they're a nice addition, for those that want them.br /br /The strap is extremely simple. It feels somewhat cheaply made and thin, but it will suffice, temporarily. Just like the case, eventually you'll probably want another, better one.br /br /The tuner feels kind of lightweight and flimsy, but it seems to work okay. I have no thoughts that it will break soon unless I'm rough with it.br /br /The DVD was a nice addition, and did teach me a little. But most of the material can be absorbed in a single viewing, and probably figured out completely in three or four. It's also quite short. Also a nice addition (and includes electric and acoustic guitar sections) but you will want more books, DVDs, a teacher, or all of the above to really get onto learning the bass.br /br /br /The bass guitar had been on my sizable list of "Instruments to try out, eventually..." for some time, but upon starting the anime series Beck (which any rock fan would love, regardless of age or thoughts toward Japanese animation) I realized it was simply time to start. And I don't think I could have picked a better starter set for the price. I've only had this thing for a day, but currently I'm 100% satisfied. Shipping was super-quick, too. I'll add to this review if anything breaks.br /br /Now if you'll excuse me, I'd like to continue practicing...
Silvertone LB11 Bass Guitar and Amp Package, Liquid Black -SSLB11PK-BK Feature
- Bass guitar package with everything you need to control the rhytm
- Includes BAXs bass amp, digital tuner, instructional DVD, strings, strap, picks, cable, gig bag
- Liquid black Revolver LB11 bass guitar offers comfortable balance, warm resonance, and fat tone
- BAXs bass amp with 10-watt RMS power, 6.5-inch speaker, 4-band EQ
- Guitar backed by limited lifetime warranty
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My son absolutely loves it! - Mom of two - Valatie, New York USA
My eleven-year-old son saved up his money to buy this guitar. From the images it looks black (which is what he wanted), but it is actually purplish-blue - he still loves it. The downside is that the strap that came with it broke in a matter of days - the plastic piece broke. Not a big deal since his electric guitar strap that came with that guitar broke as well so we were kind of expecting that with a starter strap. I ended up buying him a designer strap with metal pieces. The amp that came with it sounds great and the cord is sufficiently long enough. Another thing that I would be prepared for is that the case that comes with this guitar is somewhat thin. If you want to protect the guitar then perhaps buy a hard case or padded case. Overall the sound of the guitar is great, it is very sturdy, and the amp is high quality.br /br /He has been playing this guitar non-stop and teaching himself over the Internet. This summer when things slow down we'll get him some lessons. He already is bringing his guitar to school to play in a school play. This being his first major purchase on his own, he is very happy with it.
Apr 23, 2010 23:22:13
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