MB-5 SB Deluxe Series : For me it is perfect

I wanted to have a 5 string bass to record some deep parts in my hobby studio and I didn't want to bust the bank.

Pros:

- for me, it should be a one-trick-pony. I would like to have rumbling, growling deep bass for some metal and rock covers that I do for fun. This bass delivers exactly that

- the finish is nice

- frets are ok, hardware is good

- the bass plays and sounds nice overall and hardware seems to be OK for the job

Cons:

- really big, chunky neck, I will need some time to get used to it

- the nut is somewhat sharp, I accidentally hit it with my left hand and it surprised me that it hurt

- one volume knob seems to be dead, so I have to fix that

I would recommend this bass to anyone who wants a cheap 5 string bass. Quality-wise it is around the same level where my previous Squier bass was.