Author Topic: Stinger Omega option? (Read 143 times)

jlpicard · « **on:** December 20, 2004, 04:46:23 PM »

I am thinking about ordering the Stinger O for my new bass and I am wondering if there many out there that have this option on their bass and might be able to shed some light on what it's like in day to day gigging/living with. Do you have to be extra careful? Is it inconvienent or cumbersome in any way? Need a special stand, etc? I am bulding a showpiece bass yes, but I still plan to use this bass regularly and I have a feeling that the stinger might be a drawback in some ways. I know it's sturdy and I like the look but it makes me a little nervous. What do you folks think? Mike

bsee · « **Reply #1 on:** December 20, 2004, 05:09:25 PM »

I am afraid of points and omegas in general for this reason, let alone a stinger. I don't own one, though.

eastcoastepic · « **Reply #2 on:** December 20, 2004, 08:06:51 PM »

Mike,
I've always thought the Heart Omega was the nicest and most elegant of the Omega options. No need to worry about the Stinger 'tail' breaking off.
Just my .02 worth.......good luck.
Chris

jlpicard · « **Reply #3 on:** December 20, 2004, 11:02:50 PM »

Thanks for the input guys, it will be a tough decision. Mike

811952 · « **Reply #4 on:** December 21, 2004, 05:38:50 AM »

I recall either Mica or Susan posting a while back that the stinger is actually quite strong, neckwood laminations with the grain and all, and doesn't suffer nearly the calamities of the points of an omega. And I've got a bass with the standard point and I've never had problem one with it.
John

kevin_k · « **Reply #5 on:** December 21, 2004, 07:41:39 AM »

The only problem I have with the regular omega, is when I am really lazy and I am playing on my couch. You know when you are watching TV and sitting around with your bass at the same time. I tend to be more cognitive with how I rest my bass when I am slouching on the couch. But for normal use, the omega never poses a problem for me.