My name is Shaun Johannes and I've been a bassist for the last 10 years. In that time I have played the following basses (In order) Academy, Cort, Warwick, Fender, Musicman and MTD.
I can honestly say that I have truly learned to appreciate everyone of them and have come to this conclusion: you can't just have ONE bass. I'm a firm believer in having the right tool for the job!! Its like playing a club/disco gig with a tea-chest bass:-)
I have been blessed to become an endorsee of MTD Basses through the kindness and apprecitation of Mr Michael Tobias who makes these fine instruments. I'm getting a MTD American 635-24 Custom 6-string bass made for me with my own custom selection of wodds and hardware. The MTD Basses come standard with Bartolini pickups and preamps.
I can honestly say that this is the best bass I will own...I have played another of his Kingston basses by a friend in the US and I loved it!!!
Peace