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don’t buy a budget acoustic bass. I’ve played them all and they are disappointing. That said, a used Tacoma acoustic bass is a real joy. Great action, pretty loud and with the right amp and or preamp you achieve a really nice acoustic sound. I use specific strings for the right balance. The...

Tacoma Thunderchief holds a good volume with an acoustic guitar and a light percussion as long as both leave some for you to cut through the sound. that said, you learn to really apply volume on your strings to get the sound out. So it really depends on the guitar player to leave some room for...

If you want volume on an acoustic bass, I would hit the strings hard and try playing two strings at the same time. It is kind of an attack strategy with the strings and fretboard. I have been finding my way with my Tacoma four string Thunderchief for almost two years now. It's a special...