I'd like a bass guitar

benjo

benjo

benjo

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Hello!

My budget is about £350. I have little experience with bass guitars, although I used to play guitar for a few years.

I've been told to look at the Squier Classic/Vibe/Jazz/Precision range. Can anyone explain the differences? Is there anything else I should consider? I'm all ears.

Thanks
 
As a sound engineer who has heard hundreds and hundreds of bands I can say that the Squier Vintage Modified Jazz Bass (natural) is one of the best sounding basses I've heard. I don't even play bass and I wanted one.

Usually bands use crap guitars, you get used to it. Occasionally they'll have something nice. But after hearing this one band I had to ask the bass player what he was using. I was surpised it was a Squier. But only because I thought it was something more expensive.

All down to taste though, and possible variations in individual instrument quality. Try before you buy if you can.
 
Thanks. I was just recommended that exact bass by a friend! Definitely taken my interest :)

Going to have a look in town tomorrow and see it in person.
 
I bought a Squier Affinity Precision, basically so I could be Steve Harris on a budget.

The Affinity series are basses that aren't an exact copy of their Fender forefathers but are modern spec'd updates that give you the "feel." Damn fine instruments and seriously cheap - especially if you get them as a beginners' package with the tasty Fender Rumble 15 bass amp.

http://www.gak.co.uk/en/squier-affinity-p-bass-pack-metallic-blue/15974
 
Just an update, went for the Squier Vintage Modified Jazz in the end. Should be here on Wednesday. I'll let you know how I get on :)
 
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Without reading other peoples suggestions there is a golden rule I've lived by for 41 years.
The Fender Stratocaster is known as the Swiss Army Knife of guitars and a Fender Precision or Jazz is known as the Swiss Army Knife of basses.
I have a Precision by my side right now.
 
What about a Rickenbacker? Lemme, Geddy Lee and Geezer Butler can't be wrong, can they?

Edit/ damn it!, just checked the price of the RB 4003's, £1500-2000! That'll be slightly out of budget then.:o
 
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I have Squier Affinity P Bass. It does the job well for a reasonable budget. I just wanted something to record basic tracks at home with but I think it's a very capable piece of kit.
 
dmpoole said:
Without reading other peoples suggestions there is a golden rule I've lived by for 41 years.
The Fender Stratocaster is known as the Swiss Army Knife of guitars and a Fender Precision or Jazz is known as the Swiss Army Knife of basses.
I have a Precision by my side right now.
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Aye, sound advice here (excuse the terrible pun).
 
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