Hi guys, I'm currently a student in France, I just learned that my school is sending me to Canada (Québec) to spend the last semester of my diploma in January 2020, I'll be back in France around June 2020. I don't want to completly stop bass during these few months, but I'm a little concerned about bringing my own bass with me, renting a bass in Canada would be much easier. But I never did a rental, I have no idea how much it would cost, I'd like some help from you guys, I hope some of you can help me ! P.S: This is my first post here but I've been around since years !
Perhaps consider purchasing an inexpensive bass, perhaps even a used entry level one from a reputable builder such as a Squier, Ibanez, Schecter, or similar once you arrive there. Play it during your stay, then put it up for sale or even pawn it before returning home to France.
Another idea - I assume there is a music department at the school where you are going. Why not contact them? They might have instruments. There also may be a Jazz workshop or similar you might be able to fit in your schedule.
A benefit for you is $1.00 Euro is about $1.50CAD, so most things should be less expensive for you. If you’re going to Montreal, Steve’s Music is the main store. You could also check their local Craigslist or Kijiji ads for a low-cost second hand bass.
I thought about it, this way I won't lose too much money, rental could easily grow few hundred dollars I guess. Didn't think about that, I've just googled it and it appears they do have a music department ! I'm gonna contact them, thanks I forgot to mention that I will be in Matane, and probably won't have the opportunity to travel a lot, at least not by myself. But I'll keep these websites, I may need them anyway, thanks !
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