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Beginner's Gear Guides: Bass
Ready to start playing electric bass? Start building your first rig here.
Picking out a bass setup can be a daunting experience for a first-time player. We've put together this guide to help you find everything you need, from entry-level basses and amps to must-have practice accessories.
Picking out a bass setup can be a daunting experience for a first-time player. We've put together this guide to help you find everything you need, from entry-level basses and amps to must-have practice accessories.
Electric Basses
To start building your bass setup, we've got a wide selection of affordable bass guitars that are great for beginning players. While guitarists often start learning on acoustic guitars, most bassists go with a comfortable electric bass as their first axe. Offering versatile tones and easy playability for newcomers, these beginner basses are an excellent value.
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Epiphone EB-3 Electric Bass
$449.00
- 8 x$56.13
- No Credit Check6 x$74.83
- No Credit Check4 x$112.25
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Spector Performer 4 Electric Bass
$399.99
- 8 x$50.00
- No Credit Check6 x$66.66
- No Credit Check4 x$100.00
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Hofner Ignition Pro Edition Violin Bass Guitar
$449.99
- 8 x$56.25
- No Credit Check6 x$75.00
- No Credit Check4 x$112.50
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Sterling by Music Man StingRay 5 Electric Bass, 5-String
$399.99
- 8 x$50.00
- No Credit Check6 x$66.66
- No Credit Check4 x$100.00
Electric Bass Amplifiers
The next step in building your bass rig is to find the right amplifier to pair with your bass. Look for a combo amp that combines the amplifier itself with a speaker cabinet in one unit, and choose an amp with a built-in headphone jack for late-night practicing. These affordable bass amps pack plenty of punch for when you join your first band.
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Ampeg RB-112 Rocket Bass Combo Amplifier (100 Watts, 1x12")
$429.99
- 8 x$53.75
- No Credit Check6 x$71.66
- No Credit Check4 x$107.50
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Blackstar Unity 60 Bass Combo Amplifier (60 Watts, 1x10")
$349.99
- 8 x$43.75
- No Credit Check6 x$58.33
- No Credit Check4 x$87.50
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Orange Crush Bass 50 Bass Combo Amplifier (50 Watts, 1x12")
$329.00
- 8 x$41.13
- No Credit Check6 x$54.83
- No Credit Check4 x$82.25
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Vox VX50BA Bass Combo Amplifier with Nutube (50 Watts, 1x8")
$299.99
- 8 x$37.50
- No Credit Check6 x$50.00
- No Credit Check4 x$75.00
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Peavey MAX 126 II Bass Combo Amplifier
$119.99
- No Credit Check6 x$20.00
- No Credit Check4 x$30.00
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Boss Katana-110 Bass Combo Amplifier (1x10", 60 Watts)
$369.99
- 8 x$46.25
- No Credit Check6 x$61.66
- No Credit Check4 x$92.50
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Fender Rumble 25 V3 Bass Combo Amplifier (25 Watts, 1x8")
$129.99
- No Credit Check6 x$21.66
- No Credit Check4 x$32.50
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Boss Dual Cube Bass LX Bass Guitar Amplifier
$299.99
- 8 x$37.50
- No Credit Check6 x$50.00
- No Credit Check4 x$75.00
Cables, Tuners, and Picks: Must-Have Accessories
There are a few simple accessories that no budding bassist should be without. A reliable cable is essential to connect your bass to its amp. For new players, a simple tuner can save hours of agony while practicing. And while many bass traditionalists dismiss the use of picks, a pack of heavy-gauge picks can be extremely helpful for novice players.
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Bass Strings, Gig Bags, and More Useful Tools
Round out your bass setup with other useful tools and gear. Every bassist breaks a string from time to time, so it's always a good idea to have some extra packs lying around. A basic gig bag and guitar stand are great ways to help keep your bass in pristine condition.
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