These basses really are more versatile than you think. Are you likely to use one to do a Motown review gig? Absolutely not. But, I've used my DMZ4000 - two piece maple body with one EMG PX pickup - on several recordings and many live rock gigs. It has an undeniable ability to cut through the mix. Really powerful lows, bright highs and awesome mid punch. It's almost like it has a compressor built in. Very even player with no dead spots whatsoever. Not to mention it sustains for...
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With a touch of something like a Bass Big Muff Pi, it becomes Rockzilla the Sustainor!
I will concur - as a denizen of the Great White North - that you wouldn't want to leave this bass in your trunk when the temperature dips. (If you do leave it out in the cold, make sure you NEVER touch your tongue to it before it warms up.) I don't even put it in the trunk period if it's cold. It stays in the heated passenger area on the way to the gig. The neck is super stable though, and - as long as the action suits your particular playing style - you'll never have to adjust it. If it doesn't suit your playing style... then... um... sell it to me?
