Bards can get to level 60 probably faster than any class on here if, and I mean if, you are good at twisting since there is never going to Melody on here, and IF you can stand running in a oval for hours on end.
Enchanters are way better at top end mobs loot wise. Necro's are damn good with charm and all they got but lack the crowd control you need solo in high risk indoor dungeons where unfortunately EQ has the best loot available.
So I am saying Enchanter, Necro, Bard in that order loot wise top end. I can count on one hand how many really uber abilty wise, playing Bards, I have ever grouped with compared to Enchanters on here. And I would bet most are women just like live. Twisting is HARD as hell to do non stop for hours on end.
[You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.] No way can I do it. But a well played Bard is a thing of beauty.