soulman
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For those who can actually play like Geddy, Chris Squire, or McCartney a Ric makes sense. Skinny neck for speed and dexterity and a very identifiable higher register sound. But most bassist can't and they end up playing far busier bass lines than the law allows. Guess you can tell I'm not a fan of overly busy bass lines but I also admit with certain bands they do have their place because tunes are written around them.
But if I did own a Ric I would surely look at the Babicz FCH Ric Bridge upgrade because their stock bridges are some of the worst POS ever designed and built on any bass. One reason I don't own one is that for me it would be wholly unsuitable for what I play. There's a reason most blues and r&b bassists play PBasses and JBasses. It's how they fit in the mix both live and in the studio and they work for me.
But if I did own a Ric I would surely look at the Babicz FCH Ric Bridge upgrade because their stock bridges are some of the worst POS ever designed and built on any bass. One reason I don't own one is that for me it would be wholly unsuitable for what I play. There's a reason most blues and r&b bassists play PBasses and JBasses. It's how they fit in the mix both live and in the studio and they work for me.