Product: Peavey Dyna-Bass
Price Paid: US $250 used
Submitted
11/14/2001
at
10:08am
by
Anonymous
Features
:
10
Made in the USA - 1986 model with 2 super ferite pickups and active EQ controls. There is a switch to bypass the EQ allowing the bass to be played in passive mode. This means the bass doesn't die when you battery does - you can flip the switch and play without the battery - a real life saver during a gig when you don't have a spare 9-volt! Controls include 3 EQ's, volume, and pickup select.Another nice feature is a neck position adjustment screw. Whenever I needed to adjust this on other basses, I've had to use pieces of matchbook covers to build up under the neck - a real pain. This screw makes it much more convenient. The bass also came with a Peavey molded case, very nice and great protection.
Sound
:
9
The active EQ provides a wide variety of sounds, and the super ferite pickups are loud, and noise-free. Nice sustain. Very happy with the sound. I even like the sound when I play it in passive mode - but without the EQ, you don't have as much control over the sound.
Action, Fit, & Finish
:
10
I puchased the bass used, and after 15+ years of use, everything is still original and works as good as new. The neck is straight (less about .010" relief) and the action is set way low without any buzz. All the hardware is quality and looks and works great. Aside from the typical dings, the finish is still beautiful - a red sparkle.
Reliability/Durability
:
10
Again, it is over 15 years old and shows no sign of failing - finish still shines, strap buttons are solid, no scratchy-ness in the controls, tuners hold tuning forever, etc.
Customer Support
:
10
Outstanding! I wanted to replace the neck-screws so I went to their website and emailed a request - several days later I had 4 new screws at no charge. I wanted to change the setup and needed a truss rod tool. I called, placed the order and had it in a week. People at Peavey are anxious to please customers and they haven't disappointed me yet.
Overall Rating
:
10
I have bought/sold/ and played played many basses over the years. I find that the combination of features, sound, playability, and customer support with the Dyna-bass is tough to beat. I intend to keep it and if it were lost or stolen, I'd definitely buy another. No regrets.
