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New Bass
- Thread starter jts999
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You'll never get a consensus. Basses are so versatile, and people's opinions are so varied. May as well ask what the best food is.
Try this approach: can you describe some players who have tones that you like? Even with the same gear, matching tones can be challenging, but it's a start. Come up with some bands/bassists that have a sound you'd kinda like to emulate, and figure out what they use.
Try this approach: can you describe some players who have tones that you like? Even with the same gear, matching tones can be challenging, but it's a start. Come up with some bands/bassists that have a sound you'd kinda like to emulate, and figure out what they use.
Indie Rock eh? I really don't think that should determine which bass you get.
What kind of playing experience do you have? What basses have you owned/played in the past. Are you looking for a 4 string, or a 5, or 6+? Are you comfortable playing a long scale bass or do you prefer shorter ones? What is your budget on this bass?
What kind of playing experience do you have? What basses have you owned/played in the past. Are you looking for a 4 string, or a 5, or 6+? Are you comfortable playing a long scale bass or do you prefer shorter ones? What is your budget on this bass?
Fender Mustang. I saw an indie band once and their bass player had one. Since they had one, all indie bands probably use them.
