I'm a beginner, but would like something that would last and would be a good bass when I'm more advanced.
2006-11-09 11:39:51 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Entertainment & Music ➔ Music
By the one you can afford. Even the most expensive and fancy bass guitar in the world won't make you sound any better than you are, so buy a cheap one and spend the extra time you don't have to work to pay for it practicing! The whole "branding" thing with guitars is a complete and utter scam. Do you think Flea or Les Claypool would sound any less awesome if they were playing guitars that cost $40 from Woolworth's? Of course not!
Good luck... don't waste your money.
P.S. Bass is an excellent skill, there are ALWAYS bands looking for a bass player. Don't try to play like anyone else, though, play like YOU...
2006-11-09 11:51:35 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
My advice would be to buy something good enough to play decently, but not so expensive that if you decide bass is not for you, your left with a very expensive clothes hanger. ;-)
$300 (including case) is about the right amount, IMHO. And don't forget straps, cords and an amp! I hesitate to recommend a manufacturer 'cause there's so many decent ones out there. My suggestion would be to ask a musician friend to help you evaluate basses. Take him/her to the music store and play as many in that price range as you can. Your friend can tell you which has a better action, tone, etc... Don't take the advice of a store salesman as they may steer you to something you don't want or need.
In the absence of a musician friend, ask a customer for help. Most musicians are more than willing to help you evaluate something. I've done this for prospective customers and it's worked out well.
Good luck!
2006-11-13 07:32:13 · answer #2 · answered by David H 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
good quality musical instruments aint cheap but if you're serious then its definately worth the money to get something more on the high-end side. Washburn, Fender, and Ibanez all make good stuff but watch out as each brand name has high quality and generic type instruments.
2006-11-09 19:47:00 · answer #3 · answered by sjeboyce 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i think fender is the best brand for a beginner or advanced! i hope i helped!
2006-11-09 19:43:54 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋