I am in the market for a new bass for myself (Schecter Stiletto 5-Studio), and none of the retail music shops (Guitar Center or Sam Ash) carry it because it's not a new model, and of course the selection at those stores is limited. I'm not asking where, specifically, I can buy one (although feel free to list any place within 100 miles of Los Angeles if you DO know), but I want to know how I can go about trying a few of them out.
As for why I am confident in that particular bass, I love the price and have experience with similar 4 string models, and have also watched several videos of players demoing the 5 string. I am open to other similar options.