Electric Bass Buyer’s Guide for Beginners

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Thinking about buying your first electric bass? In this video, we walk through everything you need to know before you spend a dime. From how many strings to choose, to scale length, to whether left-handed players should consider a left-handed instrument, this guide helps you shop with confidence.

We cover:
• 4-string vs. 5-string vs. 6-string basses, and the challenges that come with extended-range instruments
• Traditional tunings for 5-string and 6-string basses
• What scale length means, and how different lengths affect tone, tension, and playability
• Short-scale basses as a great option for smaller hands
• Fan-fret (multi-scale) basses, along with their advantages and disadvantages
• How to shop by price, including realistic ranges for beginners
• Considerations for left-handed players

⏱️ Lesson Index
0:00 Lesson Intro
0:09 How Many Strings?
2:35 Scale Length
5:09 Multi-Scale Bass
6:17 Price
7:20 Left-Handed Basses

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