I have an Essence 5 that has both side dots and "ghost" frets. I put glow in the day tiny stickers on top of the side dots but they no longer glow, I don't need them anymore anyway. I can't really see the "ghost " frets in the dark but that's OK too. I'd love to have side lights but too much $$ to retrofit. Love the bass though, my 5th string is a high C. Stopped at the "mother ship" last Feb for a tour, had a great time. Amazing stuff to see and great folks. So glad you all survived the fires. Videroo