Best value short scale bass? In-depth review Groove TM Mustang bass (vs. Squier Bronco bass)

In this unsponsored video, I will introduce and review the Groove TM 4 string Mustang-style bass. Can this be the best value/budget friendly short scale bass? Featuring an alder body, maple neck and board, ceramic Mustang-style split coil pickup, passive electronics, and black hardware, this bass far exceeded my expectations for the asking price of $289 CDN.

In the track comparison, I will put this Groove TM head to head with a Squier Bronco bass (which also retails for ~$290 CDN at time of filming).

Both basses were recorded direct with the same settings, direct through a Line6 Pod Go with my usual GK800RB model settings.
Level matched, but no EQ or compression was added in post.

*To best appreciate the sonic differences, headphones or quality speakers are recommended.

00:00 Intro
00:21 Background and features
02:25 Tones
04:50 Track - Comparison with Bronco
07:14 Tonal assessment
08:29 Wood grain
08:56 Truss rod access
09:40 Tuners
10:11 Nut
10:50 Frets
11:40 Neck
12:09 Pickup
12:46 Bridge
13:57 Setup
14:22 Weight & balance
14:52 Cut away
15:05 Conclusion


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