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EDOEMSE Fretless Electric Bass Guitar vs Spector Icon NS-2 Bass

These are not close rivals. The Spector Icon NS-2 Neck Through is a serious instrument: neck-through 3-piece maple construction, Aguilar DCB P/J pickups, an Aguilar OBP-2 active preamp and locking hardware. The EDOEMSE is a budget fretless basswood bass with one passive split-coil pickup and a rosewood board. Buy the Spector for fretted gigging and recording; buy the EDOEMSE only if you specifically want a fretless to learn on.

  • Choose the EDOEMSE if you want a fretless bass to try sliding lines and mwah without committing much, and you accept a passive single-pickup, basswood build.
  • Choose the Spector Icon NS-2 if you want a fretted bass with active Aguilar electronics, neck-through sustain and hardware that holds tuning on stage.

Prices

  • EDOEMSE Fretless Electric Bass Guitar: $66.60 at Walmart (last seen Nov 9)
  • Spector Icon NS-2 Bass: $1,529.95 at Focus Pro Audio (last seen Nov 9)
  • Difference: the EDOEMSE Fretless Electric Bass Guitar is $1,463.35 cheaper than the Spector Icon NS-2 Bass at the latest prices (Nov 9)
EDOEMSE
EDOEMSE Fretless Electric Bass Guitar Full Size 4-String Basswood Body Maple Neck Rosewood Fingerboard

EDOEMSE Fretless Electric Bass Guitar

EDOEMSE Fretless Electric Bass Guitar Full Size 4-String Basswood Body Maple Neck Rosewood Fingerboard

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$66.60at WalmartChecked Nov 9
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Pros
  • Fretless board suits players exploring slide phrasing
  • Light basswood body is easy on the shoulder
  • Simple passive controls with nothing to charge
  • Full-size 34-inch scale
Cons
  • One passive pickup limits tonal range
  • Basswood and basic hardware feel entry-level
  • Fretless demands accurate left-hand intonation
  • No active EQ or locking hardware
Spector
Spector Icon NS-2 Neck Through Electric Bass Guitar

Spector Icon NS-2 Bass

Spector Icon NS-2 Neck Through Electric Bass Guitar

$1,529.95at Focus Pro AudioChecked Nov 9
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Pros
  • Neck-through maple gives long sustain and clear attack
  • Aguilar DCB pickups plus OBP-2 preamp cover many tones
  • Locking bridge and sealed tuners stay stable
  • Quilted maple top looks and feels premium
Cons
  • Active preamp needs a battery
  • Heavier than a basswood bolt-on
  • Fretted only, so no fretless glide
  • More instrument than a beginner needs

What separates them

EDOEMSE Fretless Electric Bass GuitarSpector Icon NS-2 Bass
Fretted or fretlessFretless, with side position marks only22 frets with crown inlays
ConstructionBolt-on maple neck, basswood bodyNeck-through 3-piece maple with alder wings
PickupsOne passive split single-coilAguilar DCB reverse P/J set
ElectronicsPassive, 1 volume and 1 toneAguilar OBP-2 active preamp
Top wood and finishPlain brown basswoodQuilted maple veneer, high-gloss Haunted Moss
HardwareStandard open-gear tunersSealed die-cast tuners, locking die-cast bridge, gold finish
Weight and feelLightweight contoured body, easy to carryHeavier neck-through build with NS ergonomics
Setup out of the boxBasic setup expected; fretless intonation depends on your earFactory setup on a pro-grade instrument

Price history

$1,699.99$1,529.95
Nov 1Nov 12
  • Spector Icon NS-2 Bass: lowest $1,529.95 on Nov 9 at Focus Pro Audio; $1,650.00 on Nov 12.

Prices at every store

EDOEMSE Fretless Electric Bass Guitar

  • WalmartNew

    In stockSold by SHUNDAReturns: Sold by a Walmart Marketplace seller; returns go to the seller under the seller's returns policy.

    $66.60+ $25.00 shippingChecked Nov 9
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Spector Icon NS-2 Bass

  • Focus Pro AudioNew

    In stock

    $1,529.95Checked Nov 9
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  • イケベ楽器店New

    In stockMade for another market

    $1,650.00Checked Nov 12
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  • SweetwaterNew

    In stock

    $1,699.99Free shippingChecked Nov 12
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  • eBayNew

    In stockSold by sweetwatersound

    $1,699.99Free shippingChecked Nov 12
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Specs compared

SpecEDOEMSE Fretless Electric Bass GuitarSpector Icon NS-2 Bass
colorBrownBlack Stain
size34"—
Body Shape—Icon
Body Material—Quilted Maple (Top), Alder (Body)
Body Finish—High-Gloss
Fretboard Material—Indian Rosewood
Scale Length—34"
No. of Frets—22
Fretboard Inlays—Spector Crown Shape
Pickups—Reverse P/J Aguilar DCB
Bridge—Locking Die-Cast
Strings—Nickel Roundwound 45-105
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SpecEDOEMSE Fretless Electric Bass GuitarSpector Icon NS-2 Bass
Tuning Machines—Sealed Die-Cast
Hardware Finish—Gold
Brand—Spector
Series—Icon NS Neck Through
Model—NS-2
Instrument Type—Electric Bass Guitar
Number of Strings—4
Construction—Neck Through
Body Wings—Alder
Neck—

What reviewers say

Spector Icon NS-2 Bass

Owners of the Spector Icon line praise the neck-through sustain, the Aguilar pickups and preamp, and the figured top. They note the weight and the battery the active preamp needs.

What people mention
  • SustainPraisedOwners say the neck-through build gives long sustain and a resonant, piano-like ring.
  • ElectronicsPraisedThe Aguilar DCB pickups and OBP-2 preamp are called flexible, with usable bass and treble shaping.
  • WeightCriticisedSome owners find the bass heavy on the shoulder over long sets.
  • BatteryMixedThe active preamp sounds good but needs a 9V battery, which owners treat as an extra step.

Questions and answers

Which is better for a beginner?
The EDOEMSE is the easier starting point only if you want fretless. Most beginners should start fretted, and the Spector is a lot of bass for a first instrument. A cheaper fretted bass sits between them.
Which lasts longer?
The Spector. Neck-through construction, sealed tuners and a locking bridge hold up to gigging far better than a basswood bolt-on with basic hardware.
Is the Spector worth stepping up to?
Yes, if you gig or record. The Aguilar pickups and preamp, neck-through build and hardware are a real step up from a single passive pickup on basswood.
Can the EDOEMSE sound like the Spector?
No. One passive split-coil through a basswood body cannot match active Aguilar P/J pickups in a neck-through maple bass. It is a different, simpler voice.
Which is better for slap and modern rock?
The Spector. Its active preamp and P/J pickups give the punch and treble control slap needs. The EDOEMSE is fretless with one passive pickup.
Do I need to change strings or setup on either?
The Spector ships gig-ready with nickel roundwounds. The EDOEMSE may need a setup, and fretless players often prefer flatwounds for a smoother slide.

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3-Piece Maple
Fingerboard—Rosewood
Top—Highly Figured Quilted Maple
Preamp—Aguilar OBP-2 Active
Finish—Haunted Moss