[Bob Faulkner]

Smith basses have a tone you typically won't find in most other basses. Having said that, the versatility of the EQ on Smith basses is incredible. I've been able to dial in so many different tones it's scary. I will say that I've been unable to get a "Fender" tone out of it. That, in my opinion, is a good thing. I generally dislike Fenders and their sound. If I wanted a Fender tone I would be playing a Fender. Nothing irritates me more than people trying to force a Fender tone as the definition of bass tone.. It may be for some people, but it's not my idea of bass tone.