German plywood bass - takes a licking, keeps on ticking.



I take my bass in and out of the car at least 7 times a week. Chicago has extremes of weather. This bass is very stable and sounds good.



I recently picked up a Shen Willow. It is a 3/4 bass with a spruce top and willow ribs and back. This bass has a really buttery sound. It is flatback so it has a strong tone.



Warwick Corvette 5 string.



Fender fretless Jazz with EMG pickups.



Realist pickup - great jazz pickup with very acoustic tone. I use it on both of my basses.



K & K Golden Trinity mic - I have it on the Shen. I tried on the ply bass but I didn't like it much. The Shen is much louder, particularly in front of the bass. The mic works great for that bass.



Sansamp bass driver - Tube emulator preamp. Makes almost the worst amp sound ok. Great for touring or studio work if you don't plan on traveling with your amp. I use it with both electric and upright.



SWR Workingman's 10 and 12.



10 for small gigs



12 for larger gigs



Great amps for the money.



Ampeg B2R and 2x10 cab - on the rare occasion I have to rock