Man Johnny, you still got "crack you up videos". but when you play them basses its awesome. man your still funny and cool people. love that bass. I got the 5string growler.
Johnny, how tight are the string spacings on the Killer B? I'm currently playing a Lakland 55-02, and love the spacings. I've come across a guy here in Dallas who's got a '96 Killer B 6-string in AWESOME condition he wants to sell.... I'm wondering how much tighter the Tobias is, if it's worth a trip to see it...
Are you sure that's an active/passive bass? It seems to me you have a 3-way toggle, and a push-pull volume - which would make it all Active, with the toggle being mid select, and the push-pull being slap contour when you pull it up
This is correct. This particular Killer B is a mid to late 90's and the switch is a mid-shift selector. Pulling up on volume does not disable the preamp - it is a mid-cut contour. Gibson called this the "slap switch" as it boosts the bass and treble and cuts mids. The oldest Killer B's had a black veneer headstock and a bridge marked with the name "Tobias" on the left side face of the bridge.
I got a Tobias Renegade from Guitar Center but it needs a Tone monster in it. I want Volume, Pan, push/pull active passive & treble,mid,bass controls. what model do you recommend ?
I have one 5 string ash body, my friends keep on saying to let it go, and buy other brands, no way! I'd rather add more than to let go, they don't make one of these anymore. Hehehe
Johnny, how would you compare a Tobias Killer B to a Lakland? In terms of quality, feel, tone and versatility? I'm currently playing a Lakland 55-02, and play blues, R&B and soul, and a little bit of jazz. I've come across a guy here in Dallas who's got a '96 Killer B 6-string in AWESOME condition he wants to sell.... I'm wondering how good the Tobias is, if it's worth a trip to see it...
MY GOODNESS!!! To my ears, the MTD 535 and 635 basses can't touch the old Tobias basses with respect to the tone!
GuaronteeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeD TOBIAS!!
Man! That Tobias sound is really complimented by your playing.
sounds awesome Johnny..passive especially
Can't wait to get ALL INTO my Killer B!
That sound very good! Ok, damn good.
Man Johnny, you still got "crack you up videos". but when you play them basses its awesome. man your still funny and cool people. love that bass. I got the 5string growler.
hey Joel
killer B's are cool basses,a little on the close side but the sound are amazing,,if u can find one get one and keep it...it's a sleep giant
Johnny did you say you sold this?
Johnny, how tight are the string spacings on the Killer B? I'm currently playing a Lakland 55-02, and love the spacings. I've come across a guy here in Dallas who's got a '96 Killer B 6-string in AWESOME condition he wants to sell.... I'm wondering how much tighter the Tobias is, if it's worth a trip to see it...
Your thoughts about a tobias growler?
Sweet !!!!!!! Bass Doc.
Dang! how you love dat? keep it coming,mr. Long,Bad bass,Bass man.
Are you sure that's an active/passive bass? It seems to me you have a 3-way toggle, and a push-pull volume - which would make it all Active, with the toggle being mid select, and the push-pull being slap contour when you pull it up
This is correct. This particular Killer B is a mid to late 90's and the switch is a mid-shift selector. Pulling up on volume does not disable the preamp - it is a mid-cut contour. Gibson called this the "slap switch" as it boosts the bass and treble and cuts mids. The oldest Killer B's had a black veneer headstock and a bridge marked with the name "Tobias" on the left side face of the bridge.
Sounds great. Is it available
I got a Tobias Renegade from Guitar Center but it needs a Tone monster in it. I want Volume, Pan, push/pull active passive & treble,mid,bass controls. what model do you recommend ?
Did you put a tone monster pre amp in your killer bee ?
lol love your videos!. ive been looking at a 4 string killer b. What are your thoughts? Wish i could find a 6
Joel Murray ..very cool basses..I'm heavy into 4 baggers now..if u get a chance hit me up on facebook/Johnny Lee long
I had one made out of lacewood that came apart at the neck joint lol I've had 2 Growlers at different times I wish I never parted with
peter janjanin same here. American Growler 5. Im dumb for selling it.
oscar jones the first one was I had was serial # 183 or something
plug directly into the laptop it sounds real good
How did you record this video?
Johnny, what strings are you using? I have a KillerB 6 and the strings need replacement; I’d love a good recommendation. Thanks in advance!
Did you play guitar before you played bass?
I have one 5 string ash body, my friends keep on saying to let it go, and buy other brands, no way! I'd rather add more than to let go, they don't make one of these anymore.
Hehehe
Johnny, how would you compare a Tobias Killer B to a Lakland? In terms of quality, feel, tone and versatility? I'm currently playing a Lakland 55-02, and play blues, R&B and soul, and a little bit of jazz. I've come across a guy here in Dallas who's got a '96 Killer B 6-string in AWESOME condition he wants to sell.... I'm wondering how good the Tobias is, if it's worth a trip to see it...
Tobias = Rollys Royce/Bentley
Lakland = Buick
Both are nice, I mean very nice but Tobias is the ultimate bass of all time
How much would you let her go for? I love that passive tone
sold
this are no longer available
i have a five how can i find you to make mine sound like you
Ok, I found a Tobias Renegade, made in USA, I want to put a three band preamp in it.
What do you recommend ?
Thats the only tobias u dont want
Did you upgrade your pick ups and pre?
Nice guitar, weird review ...