How To Choose A Bass Guitar - Dagan's Bass Guitar Buying Guide & Types Of Bass Guitars

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  • @horwichblue9285
    @horwichblue9285 4 роки тому +823

    I would say, for a beginner, go to the shop and try them out and then pick the one that makes you want to play it every day, and feel comfortable with playing, even if it's a "Cheap" bass

    • @abelisraelcruzayuso4682
      @abelisraelcruzayuso4682 4 роки тому +5

      HorwichBlue Agreed!

    • @keerthikanthgubbala8140
      @keerthikanthgubbala8140 4 роки тому +56

      What if I've never played anything and want something to get started with? 🤔

    • @FishTacoAG
      @FishTacoAG 4 роки тому +57

      best to spend 100 bucks on something that feels right than 1k on something u regret

    • @soft-round5341
      @soft-round5341 4 роки тому +9

      @@FishTacoAG I agree with you

    • @thebigeasy87
      @thebigeasy87 4 роки тому +43

      The only problem is as a complete newbie you don't really know what's good, what you like and can't get the best out of it. I'd buy cheap but passable second hand get a feel for the instrument then try before you buy

  • @stone6025
    @stone6025 4 роки тому +252

    i love how he tell you his personal opinion while still telling you to have your own opinion not many people can do that

    • @donsimons9810
      @donsimons9810 2 роки тому

      i love you people make meta analysis comments like anyone cares what you love. Get outta here, meta boy

    • @JA11206
      @JA11206 8 місяців тому

      anyone can do that, most peoplejust refuse to..

  • @grantkoeller8911
    @grantkoeller8911 3 роки тому +90

    Number one bass for the money of all time is the Fender Squier. Inexpensive,super high quality, and also perfect for modding if needed.

    • @samburkes7552
      @samburkes7552 3 роки тому +2

      Grant Koeller,,yessir! Most I've played play fairly well. Need some adjustments, if you could do yourself.

    • @thierry18
      @thierry18 3 роки тому +4

      Yamaha and Ibanez are also great. Additionally, sire basses are pretty new to the market but just as good as some Fender models for a fraction of the price.

    • @donsimons9810
      @donsimons9810 2 роки тому

      yeah go get more china products shipped here. Make sure trees cut down in the process!

    • @grantkoeller8911
      @grantkoeller8911 2 роки тому +7

      @@donsimons9810 My 2004 Squier P bass was made in Indonesia

    • @donsimons9810
      @donsimons9810 2 роки тому +1

      @@grantkoeller8911 Well that's something at least

  • @grantkoeller8911
    @grantkoeller8911 3 роки тому +118

    There are many Japanese basses that were made between 1965 and 1985, that are totally killer. Hondo II, Kent, ESP, Ibanez, Audition, Memphis, Cameo, Kay, Harmony, Crestone, Silvertone, Greco, Electra, Matsumoku, Kingston, Yamaha, Guyatone, Univox, Tempo, Westone, Teisco, Aria pro II,

    • @georgepaul5039
      @georgepaul5039 3 роки тому +2

      Cheap is bad neck though body is good age neck12 years min is good to start with you will see the emenst improvement like day and night kaapish. Now go away

    • @jacob.calloway6833
      @jacob.calloway6833 2 роки тому +1

      Aria Pro II was my first. STB series. PJ style. Wish I never got rid of it

  • @isabelharris1912
    @isabelharris1912 3 роки тому +34

    when he was taking about the 5 string basses I couldn't help but think its the viola of bass guitars

  • @thebigeasy87
    @thebigeasy87 4 роки тому +51

    Never getting the love they deserve but Yamaha make great instruments across the price ranges. You tend to get alot of quality for the money.

  • @johnsguitarmusicanddemos
    @johnsguitarmusicanddemos 3 роки тому +19

    I am not a beginner guitar player but I'm recently getting into playing bass guitar to add to my mixes and I felt this video was very informative so thank you for uploading!

  • @sonicthehedgewhore6090
    @sonicthehedgewhore6090 4 роки тому +166

    Why do I get the feeling he’s gonna say his name, claim I killed his father and instruct me to prepare for death?...

    • @bernard7057
      @bernard7057 3 роки тому +18

      Why do I get the feeling he calls himself captain despite the fact that his ship, the black pearl, was solen by his old crew in old fashion mutiny.

    • @grantonrigney9208
      @grantonrigney9208 3 роки тому +2

      This made my day. You have a golden sense of humor.

  • @sellassielee9028
    @sellassielee9028 4 роки тому +102

    Thank you Jack Sparrow!!!

  • @nicholaskumburis5485
    @nicholaskumburis5485 4 роки тому +1165

    "They pick up the vibration of the string through magnets and turn it into sound through witchcraft". Seems legit.

    • @candace6893
      @candace6893 4 роки тому +1

      it’s not haha it’s just how sound and vibrations work it’s pretty simple if you really think about it

    • @jayzcoverz1809
      @jayzcoverz1809 3 роки тому +30

      @@candace6893 you dont get the joke didnt you

    • @ramonemiliogomezjorge8557
      @ramonemiliogomezjorge8557 3 роки тому +7

      @@jayzcoverz1809 he didn't get it

    • @yasso2031
      @yasso2031 3 роки тому +6

      @@candace6893
      the joke
      nah not yet
      not yet
      almost
      your head

    • @candace6893
      @candace6893 3 роки тому

      @@jayzcoverz1809 tears* i still don’t get it

  • @helloitsme9081
    @helloitsme9081 3 роки тому +8

    I love the realism of his advise. I feel the same way. I bought an active bass (budget) to learn.

  • @stevec6427
    @stevec6427 3 роки тому +29

    Just buy a Thunderbird. They sound awesome and the long neck is great for poking the guitarist in the ear when his solo is going on too long.

    • @samburkes7552
      @samburkes7552 3 роки тому

      ..I played an orig. neck-thru one in the 70's, thru an Ampeg SVT Amp..was tremendous sounding & playing!! Didn't wanna give it back, lol!

  • @wideband
    @wideband 4 роки тому +11

    You're right always just try stuff out. I was die hard EMG active bass pickups for years and recently got a bass with a passive pickup that I wasnt too excited about... Plugged it in and I love the way it sounds! Always try stuff!

  • @canucklehead0
    @canucklehead0 4 роки тому +7

    Excellent advice Dagan, I remember debating many options before I bought a Bass last year and because the closest music shop is over an hour's drive away I also wanted to see what I could get locally because you do really want to put your hands on it and make sure that the "feel" is something you are comfy with or it'll just collect dust in the box instead of becoming relicked the old fashioned way!!

  • @samwarren5025
    @samwarren5025 4 роки тому +42

    Dagen(?) has to be the best guitar store worker I’ve ever seen

  • @superdrag65
    @superdrag65 4 роки тому +13

    Good advice. Thanks, Russell Brand!

  • @sailingmaster
    @sailingmaster 4 роки тому +19

    Coolest bass I've ever seen was this Midnight Blue T-bird. So dark you could only see the blue when the light hit it just right. It had the bridge, pickups and electronics from a G&L L-2000 and a JB neck. It was a Frankensteinian thing of wonder and joy. The girl who owned it could make it sound like just about anything you could want. There might be more mods done to it, but I haven't seen her in years.

  • @grantkoeller8911
    @grantkoeller8911 3 роки тому +26

    You never mentioned scale length and how some short scale basses are great for smaller hands and fingers,

    • @samburkes7552
      @samburkes7552 3 роки тому +5

      ..Very true, indeed!! Scale length does make a difference in early stages of learning..depends on the individual.

  • @SCALEBEASTS
    @SCALEBEASTS 4 роки тому +4

    I found you for Electric Guitar stuff, so I was surprised you also do Bass. I only got back into guitars because I wanted to learn Bass but stumbled into a very cheap electric kit and grabbed it too. And now I'm down the Theory rabbithole.

  • @chauffer7286
    @chauffer7286 3 роки тому +8

    When you get your bass, learn how to do a proper setup on it. It only requires a few inexpensive tools but will make your bass easier to play. Watch Dave's World of Fun Stuff on youtube and you'll figure it out pretty quickly.

  • @badger4361
    @badger4361 4 роки тому +25

    You're spot on about the Jazz being most versatile, but a P bass is also stunning. Good shout out for Ibanez, very good for the money, I'd also mention Yamaha, and musicmans budget line, cant remember what they're called. I think you covered most of the basics.

    • @christiannebailey6857
      @christiannebailey6857 3 роки тому +4

      Musicman’s budget line is called Sterling and they provide great guitars and basses 👍

  • @grantkoeller8911
    @grantkoeller8911 3 роки тому +8

    Certain brands are rock solid, and last forever. Peavey, LTD is ESP's second line, and Ibanez are some nice inexpensive basses that are super high quality, Sterling is Ernie Balls Music Man second line, Epiphone is Gibson's second line and Squier is Fender's second line.

    • @musenw8834
      @musenw8834 2 роки тому

      How about Aria?

    • @grantkoeller8911
      @grantkoeller8911 2 роки тому +1

      @@musenw8834 Aria Pro II basses were made in Japan by Matsumoku, in the late 70's, and early 80's, with a super high build quality, they are now affordable, a great value, under the bass radar, most people do not know about Aria Pro II or sister company Westone.

  • @rentaroo
    @rentaroo Рік тому +3

    Thanks for the Thunderbird reference. Another bass player informed me that I shouldn't buy a Thunderbird for my first bass due to weight issues. I didn't even try one when I was shopping and purchased a Ray34 instead. Even though the Ray is an excellent bass that I will hand on to, it makes my mouth water every time I see a Thunderbird. It will definitely be my next bass.

    • @guanoApe
      @guanoApe Рік тому +1

      Thunderbird goth was my favorite out of probably 10 basses that ive owned. Sound wise and stage presents

  • @rajjyotisikdar4808
    @rajjyotisikdar4808 4 роки тому +271

    My inspiration-Davie 504

    • @rhoyzboo6073
      @rhoyzboo6073 4 роки тому +2

      Sameee

    • @hamburgervulture5789
      @hamburgervulture5789 4 роки тому +6

      Mine is a mix of Davie504 and Paul McCartney

    • @knightbender2
      @knightbender2 4 роки тому +11

      S L A P

    • @nyalan8385
      @nyalan8385 4 роки тому +2

      @@knightbender2 i *s l a p p e d* the like button on your comment

    • @goodmansteve2481
      @goodmansteve2481 4 роки тому +1

      Far from it, I got into bass from people, like Lisa umbarger and Eric Avery, some of my favorite bassists, huge inspiration

  • @jaydenapollon7428
    @jaydenapollon7428 4 роки тому +3

    Honestly after a while I was just watching this for you voice

  • @letmeintroducemyself9761
    @letmeintroducemyself9761 4 роки тому +4

    Thank you a couple of my friends are trying to try a new hobby were very young but the pandemic helps a lot to learn :)

  • @avantgardenovelist
    @avantgardenovelist 3 роки тому

    Lots of words but not a single wasted one. The eloquence of experience.

  • @KavyanshDT
    @KavyanshDT Рік тому +2

    Bass guitar is the most underrated instrument but it gives extra flavour to the music

  • @charlesb7831
    @charlesb7831 2 роки тому +8

    Funny I've been playing guitar for over 30 years, always wanted a Bass , just never bought one. Weird thing was I noticed what all my favorite Bass players were using was all the same Bass. So I just happened to come across one at the local music store, a Spector bass, just the entry-level one Spector performer 4. Absolutely awesome, not disappointed at all, and exactly what I wanted in the playability and sound. Fabulous Bass!

    • @craig.encinitas
      @craig.encinitas 2 роки тому +1

      Excellent! How often do you switch between playing your guitar and bass?
      I’m wanting a bass, and I play guitar daily. 🎸 🤘🏻

    • @charlesb7831
      @charlesb7831 2 роки тому +1

      @@craig.encinitas all the time, I always wanted a Spector and there amazing!

  • @gamecat666
    @gamecat666 4 роки тому +10

    re: beginner bass cost - I bought an Eastcoast GP200 over christmas fully expecting it to be a bit naff, but its actually pretty decent! It'll do me fine for a few years.

    • @phillips8292
      @phillips8292 4 роки тому

      I have one fucking heavy though

    • @gamecat666
      @gamecat666 4 роки тому

      @@phillips8292 aye it definately is, makes my Les Paul feel light for the first time ever!

  • @jgfox1983
    @jgfox1983 3 роки тому +21

    The best bass for me is the one I want to pick up and play. Still a beginner and had an old cheap Ibanez which gathered dust. Bought a Fender Ultra Jazz and now I can’t put it down

    • @musenw8834
      @musenw8834 2 роки тому

      Did you sell that Ibanez? Or do you still play it?

    • @jgfox1983
      @jgfox1983 2 роки тому

      @@musenw8834 sold it for £70. Wasn’t much point keeping it

  • @ssjjcc78
    @ssjjcc78 Рік тому +3

    Dude, you crack me up! How smashed were u in parts of this video 😂😂. Legend 😂😂

  • @PiLipOppa
    @PiLipOppa 4 роки тому +4

    I took a lot of notes on my phone thank you so much!

  • @arbdistress5592
    @arbdistress5592 2 роки тому +3

    I suggest beginner should first start with cheaper starter bass with classic design for example a squire P or J. The design covers most of the beginner needs. Once having better skills and live gig experience then one would know exactly the desire and then can upgrade to a more expensive ones.
    For example you may think tone shaping on active bass is versatile / cover everything but... Wait until shoulder feeling pain the next day after long gig due to the extra weights... Or encounter a sudden dying battery issue on the live stage...
    Also the 4/5 strings issue, you may think it is only a neck profile issue but what happen if many of the songs you wanted to play required the low notes. You can drop-D or do other things but beginner wont know this until playing / gigging long enough to develop a sense of what he/she needs.

  • @ws8080
    @ws8080 2 роки тому +2

    P-Bass seemed like the most common starting place for people, so I bought a used combo deal for a Fender Squier and can't complain. But then I also wanted to try a short scale and I'm a fan of Royal Blood, so I bought a Gretsch. Really, only thing now is if I buy another amp.
    What matters is I need to play either one as much as possible, otherwise it's just sculpture decorating the man cave.

  • @pabloxanaxbars4664
    @pabloxanaxbars4664 Рік тому +1

    The shirts dope, CKY was my first concert back in 03

  • @taukhouse44
    @taukhouse44 Місяць тому

    New bass player here and I bought a Fender Squire P bass and I couldn't be happier

  • @mateuspab
    @mateuspab Рік тому

    Thanks for all the support

  • @petethescalemodeller6130
    @petethescalemodeller6130 4 роки тому +6

    Love my Fender Jazz Bass .... I also love my Fender P Bass ... :)

  • @bryanhenderson8807
    @bryanhenderson8807 3 роки тому +2

    2 things of note, most Fender style basses and lower price Ibanez basses have 21 frets. Mid-price to higher priced Ibanez basses have 24 frets.

  • @stevejohnson2284
    @stevejohnson2284 4 роки тому +13

    Great video, good to see you Man. Haven't seen you in the new PMT videos. Thought you might had chucked it in and stayed in California after NAMM🤔... I own a Ibanez Dragons Eye Maple Bass it's wicked looking and plays great.

  • @hodaridaniels8786
    @hodaridaniels8786 4 роки тому +1

    I agree a jazz bass you can't go wrong with having one, I like them just like Stingray basses.

    • @musenw8834
      @musenw8834 2 роки тому +1

      If I'm not wrong most of the stingrays are active basses. Great stuff if you look to be soloing and using a lot of active preamps and can also manage having spare batteries quickly and easily. But most passive basses are good

  • @paulvanwal4875
    @paulvanwal4875 3 роки тому +1

    A very good Review, thanks..

  • @eduardovales4576
    @eduardovales4576 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you so much for the tips. Great video!!

  • @deegegaming7911
    @deegegaming7911 4 роки тому +2

    I'm a huge Motley crue fan but it's Adam Clayton who makes me want to get a bass as my second instrument

  • @roelofzinn8227
    @roelofzinn8227 4 роки тому +7

    When I saw his hairstyle and facial expressions I thought "Bon Scott". And then it turned out he likes Angus' playing!

  • @abelisraelcruzayuso4682
    @abelisraelcruzayuso4682 4 роки тому +1

    That kinda green ES at the right, in the beginning, lovely

  • @dr.phantom5147
    @dr.phantom5147 4 роки тому +4

    Hey Dagan.Make a video on the top mid-range Basses and Top high-end.I was looking at the PRS se Kestrel bass and it looks pretty nice for the money.The hardware looks like a tank.Cheers from Canada!

  • @johnmoser2689
    @johnmoser2689 3 роки тому +2

    Squire Jazz 4 or 5 string... is a great starter
    Music Man Stingray basses sound and feel awesome even the Sub line Ibanez it's always a great choice.... or an entry level Spector
    Schecter is an amazing choice as well
    I also really like that newest Jackson bass

  • @IThinkMottoMottolikesyou
    @IThinkMottoMottolikesyou 4 роки тому +2

    Your video is really informative and amazing

  • @SoftSpokenHadouken
    @SoftSpokenHadouken 2 роки тому +9

    This man is the Captain Jack Sparrow of bass and I dig it.

  • @dmac7660
    @dmac7660 Рік тому +2

    Try the Fender Player Series Jaguar bass. I thought I wanted a P bass but when I tried one in the store I found the neck to be too massive. The Jaguar can sound like a P bass but with a nice jazz type neck. And it's passive.

  • @southofheck
    @southofheck 3 роки тому +4

    My first and currently only bass is a cheap Squier Affinity PJ bass. With a bit of tweaking that guy plays about as well as any bass ive put my hands on, give or take some quality here and there. I hear so many people going on about "bad pickups/preamps" or "the sound is souless" and i always take it for a grain of salt. If some bottom of the barrel Made in China squier can sound decent, i assume most everything can.

    • @musenw8834
      @musenw8834 2 роки тому

      As long as your bass is set up nicely (

  • @kathleenk5438
    @kathleenk5438 2 роки тому

    Quite entertained that the subtitles pick up his accent so creatively.

  • @elliotk9291
    @elliotk9291 4 роки тому +3

    I'm not a bassist but I find this interesting

  • @fishburrito4766
    @fishburrito4766 4 роки тому +135

    I just want to slap

  • @scrimpmster
    @scrimpmster 4 роки тому +3

    I've been playing guitar for a while but also want to give bass a go. However I don't want to get a starter kit and would rather splash out for something more expensive. Lol

  • @jeffbriggs4268
    @jeffbriggs4268 Рік тому

    Short scale vs long scale should be considered. I've got a Mustang Performer and I love it! If I were going to purchase a long scale bass, it might be an American Performer P/J bass if the neck worked for me. Otherwise, it might be the American Performer J bass. I played a Guild back in the 80s and it was heavy. As an older musician, I prefer lighter instruments these days. Good coverage of this topic!

  • @davidbenasulin
    @davidbenasulin 2 роки тому

    Nice tips! Thanks

  • @FlightOfJatayu
    @FlightOfJatayu 9 місяців тому

    Is that a CKY t-shirt?!! Takes me back to high school in the early aughts. Good times!

  • @NickCADA
    @NickCADA 8 місяців тому

    Second most important to the bass itself. Rotosound Swing 66

  • @PaulMabley
    @PaulMabley 4 роки тому +2

    I bought an Ibanez 300EB just after Christmas and it is fantasic. Of course I would love a Rickenbacker 4001but, to be honest, it would be wasted on me as I'm not £2499 good. I could justify the 1/10th of that to get the Ibanez though. I've got space in my life for maybe two more basses, and I'm looking at the Squier Jazz (to match the Squier 70s Strat Dagan sold me) or the Squier VI (which intrigues me).
    Get this Lockdown over quick Boris, I've got a MasterCard to abuse!!!

    • @susiemuirhead561
      @susiemuirhead561 4 роки тому +1

      I'm planning on getting a Squier (by Fender) Classic Vibe 60s Jazz Bass. This bass will serve my purpose. I am a complete newbie and a much older player so a Squier vs Fender is o.k. by me. Fender makes a pretty good Squier and they sound pretty decent!

  • @resol_beats
    @resol_beats 3 роки тому +1

    Y’all are dope 🔥🔥🔥🔥🤟

  • @guanoApe
    @guanoApe Рік тому

    My favorite bass was a thunderbird goth. Best sound and i looked cool. Dont be scared away from it but the neck wait got me. Push through. Great ax. Plain ol jackson 500 dollar active now

  • @alanduncan1980
    @alanduncan1980 3 роки тому

    Choose one with your eyes. Look at it before you choose you. That would be my best advice.

  • @darthkaton
    @darthkaton 3 роки тому

    My fav bass is without a doubt the Hofner 500/1 violin bass.

  • @johnjuan812
    @johnjuan812 2 роки тому

    Love your content!

  • @charlielucas3386
    @charlielucas3386 4 роки тому

    HUGE Cliff Burton fan right here! So I'd shoot for a Rickenbacker or an Aria Pro II SB-1000.

  • @markseniuk99
    @markseniuk99 Рік тому

    Ty for the insights

  • @DoctorIntrepid
    @DoctorIntrepid 4 роки тому

    Great video, as usual.

  • @mojojoe-jo2170
    @mojojoe-jo2170 3 роки тому

    Props on the CKY shirt!

  • @jamesmccallum6770
    @jamesmccallum6770 2 роки тому

    cheers Captin Jack.

  • @heggy_69
    @heggy_69 3 роки тому +2

    >get a rickenbacker
    Hold on, let me sell a lung

  • @shawnhuff3920
    @shawnhuff3920 3 роки тому +1

    I have a fender quilt top 24fret five string bass from karena it's a discontinued version special bass and I have a ibanez gio gsr206sm charcoal brown sunburst six string bass guitar

  • @damora6013
    @damora6013 3 роки тому

    i just fell in love with the music man

    • @samburkes7552
      @samburkes7552 3 роки тому

      ..Never really liked those basses. Their amp line, in 70's, yes..Just not their basses. Personal preference.

    • @damora6013
      @damora6013 3 роки тому

      @@samburkes7552 who asked

  • @patrickkelley4463
    @patrickkelley4463 3 роки тому +1

    I had a neck Heavy Bass for my first bass it was a BC rich Warlock , then I found an Ibanez sound gear and fell in love with bass.

  • @jthablaidd
    @jthablaidd 3 роки тому +1

    I just want the kinda bass you hear in songs like “stir it up” or “kaya”

  • @kaylacolyer2039
    @kaylacolyer2039 Рік тому

    I got 5 idols Nikki Sixx, Mick Mars, Duff McKagan, Slash and Kirk Hammett. They play different guitars but I'm definitely stuck between Duff and Kirks.

  • @aaronjanusch6090
    @aaronjanusch6090 2 роки тому

    I have a Squire Vintage jazz bass like the one in the video. It plays and sounds great! I may refinish the body, but I'm not one to care too much about guitar colors... no neon, though, or pink lol.

  • @richardmerriam7044
    @richardmerriam7044 2 місяці тому

    Just starting out, and not sure if you'll stay with it? Cheap used Squier Affinity Bronco or Precision. About $120.00

  • @williamrowlands25
    @williamrowlands25 2 роки тому

    Nice cky shirt! Huge fan of them.

  • @charlesstevens4275
    @charlesstevens4275 3 роки тому

    One thing about bass guitars is some have 24 frets, and some don't. Fender is 21 frets. So don't fret over it, unless you want to be able to play "bass solo take one ".

  • @nataliewood6628
    @nataliewood6628 3 роки тому

    i legally have to follow this advice because this was posted on my birthday

  • @RebeatThatPlease
    @RebeatThatPlease 4 роки тому

    Awesome thanks

  • @normellow
    @normellow 4 роки тому

    Great video

  • @richardcyrka6682
    @richardcyrka6682 6 місяців тому +1

    Having played bass for 50 years I would never suggest a beginner to buy a precision bass. They are not the most pleasant neck contour. Instead I would recommend an Ibanez, there necks are slim , easy to play with exceptional comfort. Once you become more proficient and learn how a bass is made, then check out lots of other basses to suit your hands and style you wish to pursue. Please bare in mind no one bass does it all.

  • @Violet-xp2pi
    @Violet-xp2pi 4 роки тому

    Helpful video!!

  • @johnmoser2689
    @johnmoser2689 3 роки тому

    Squire Jazz 4 or 5 string... is a great starter
    Music Man Stingray basses sound and feel awesome even the Sub line Ibanez it's always a great choice.... or an entry level Spector
    Schecter is an amazing choice as well

  • @Balogna400
    @Balogna400 3 роки тому

    I love your CKY shirt!

  • @Kat-Kobold
    @Kat-Kobold 3 роки тому

    most of my bass inspirations have played a whole library of instruments over their careers. the only one who's been consistent is Steve Harris, so I will naturally gravitate towards a P Bass. of course I wouldn't be opposed to a Rickenbacker by any means. strangely enough though, i'm quite fussy about pickguard shape, which really turns me towards P Basses but away from Stingrays

  • @grantkoeller8911
    @grantkoeller8911 3 роки тому +1

    Made in America basses include Fender, Gibson, Regal , National, Kay, older Peavey, Rickenbacker , Alembic, Older Harmony and many others...

    • @samburkes7552
      @samburkes7552 3 роки тому

      ..Even older Gibson/Epiphone, made in Kalamazoo, if you can get or afford. But you won't go wrong. Tremendous resale value to boot!

    • @frostriver4547
      @frostriver4547 2 роки тому

      I’m lucky. I bought a new MIA Jazz V in the late 80’s, and found a good deal on an ‘06 Modulus Quantum 5 about 9 years ago. My two favorites

  • @andypreston2982
    @andypreston2982 3 роки тому

    great advise

  • @springy-2112
    @springy-2112 4 роки тому +1

    wise words Dagan,
    I've been playing bass 40 years owned loads have half a dozen at present..but have learned there are no rules..My no1 bass is a squier short scale jaguar its just a revelation..even though I have really expensive basses long scale I've grown to love the affordable short scale...no rules !!!
    Peace and love brother 👍🏻☮❤

  • @spawnthecrazy
    @spawnthecrazy 4 роки тому +1

    Well, I'm screwed. Peavey T-40's and Ovation Magnum Basses aren't so common anymore...

  • @rogercantwell3622
    @rogercantwell3622 2 місяці тому

    The answer is nearly always a Fender (or Squier) Jazz Bass, especially if you also play guitar.

  • @lipptech1
    @lipptech1 4 роки тому +1

    Active circuit = Slave to the battery !!! Better have a spare battery at ALL TIMES !!! If you decide to choose a bass with an active setup !! As a battery starts to loose it's charge it affects the ability of the pickups to be able to reproduce or capture the sound of the string ! As a battery starts to loose juice that I will have to pick/pluck harder and still the sound is not as good as it is with a new battery ! I'm with billy sheehan and I prefer to use passive designed basses due to this issue with a battery ! Of the 41 basses I own there are only like 10 active basses among all of those basses due to this issue !

    • @frostriver4547
      @frostriver4547 2 роки тому

      If you’re regularly playing active bass guitars, like I do, just change the batteries every 6 months. They usually have plenty of juice left anyway. Never had an issue with batteries quitting

    • @lipptech1
      @lipptech1 2 роки тому

      @@frostriver4547 I have noticed that as a batteries current starts to be depleted,The pick up's will not pick up the string very well and require you to dig in a little more and then the pick up's will honk and fart as the current continues to drop. I like to use lithium ion 9 volt rechargeable batteries as the current capacity is much greater and they hold a charge for a much longer period than when using an alkaline battery. I prefer passive basses !

  • @SwashBuccaneer
    @SwashBuccaneer 3 роки тому +6

    Came for the bass knowledge, stayed for the Jack Sparrow comments.

  • @thesteellegion3681
    @thesteellegion3681 3 роки тому +1

    I'm new I like Stingray and steve lacy passive sounds nice along with 5 string any recommendations.

  • @3cuber749
    @3cuber749 3 роки тому

    I say that the right one for me is my 2005 ibanez btb 555

  • @boringnames6920
    @boringnames6920 4 роки тому +1

    I'm picking up bass for to learn neo soul and funk. What would be a good recommendation?