I would..stay away.. From Squier.. I learned on an Ibanez ATK 100.. Korean Model.. I get lots of complements ..on how well, it sounds.. for being a cheap bass.. Its a bass , i will never sell.. The Atk line is GOLD
I would..get the BEST Bass, you can afford!! Better components.. usually Better Built !!not always but usually.. Fender P Bass Is King !! I don't care !! What anybody else , says or thinks.. It just Is !!!