Thnaks again for input. A friend shoowed-up at a jam last night with his brand-new Martin Acoustic Bass. He payed about $1100.00 w/case.
It was not very loud, and you couldn't hear it in the mix of acoustic insturments. Two of the older players there said that getting rid of the wound metal strings "would help 100%." I've managed to find all of the above mentioned basses (I think), except the Hohner. Thnaks!!!