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Squier Affinity Jaguar Bass H Black Maple Neck

Squier Affinity Jaguar Bass H Black Maple Neck

£229.00 £249.99
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Squier Sonic Precision Bass Black Laurel Fingerboard

Squier Sonic Precision Bass Black Laurel Fingerboard

£169.00 £189.99
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Ibanez SR300EB Candy Apple Red

Ibanez SR300EB Candy Apple Red

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£319.00 £359.00
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Squier Classic Vibe 60s Jazz Bass 3 Tone Sunburst Indian Laurel Fingerboard

Squier Classic Vibe 60s Jazz Bass 3 Tone Sunburst Indian Laurel Fingerboard

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£389.00 £429.99
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Squier Sonic Precision Bass California Blue Maple Fingerboard

Squier Sonic Precision Bass California Blue Maple Fingerboard

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£169.00 £189.99
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Squier Classic Vibe 60s Jazz Bass Daphne Blue Indian Laurel Fingerboard

Squier Classic Vibe 60s Jazz Bass Daphne Blue Indian Laurel Fingerboard

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£379.00 £429.99
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Squier Affinity Precision Bass PJ Lake Placid Blue

Squier Affinity Precision Bass PJ Lake Placid Blue

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£239.00 £259.99
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Ibanez GSR180 Black

Ibanez GSR180 Black

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Squier Sonic Precision Bass 2 Tone Sunburst Maple Fingerboard

Squier Sonic Precision Bass 2 Tone Sunburst Maple Fingerboard

£169.00 £189.99
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Ibanez Talman TMB100 Mint Green

Ibanez Talman TMB100 Mint Green

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£239.00 £279.00
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Jackson JS Series Concert Minion JS1X Short Scale Bass Satin Black

Jackson JS Series Concert Minion JS1X Short Scale Bass Satin Black

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Squier Classic Vibe 60s Precision Bass 3 Tone Sunburst Indian Laurel Fingerboard

Squier Classic Vibe 60s Precision Bass 3 Tone Sunburst Indian Laurel Fingerboard

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£389.00 £429.99
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Ibanez TMB30 Short Scale Bass Mint Green

Ibanez TMB30 Short Scale Bass Mint Green

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£229.00 £249.00
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Ibanez SR300E Sky Veil Matte

Ibanez SR300E Sky Veil Matte

£329.00 £359.00
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Ibanez GSR200 Black

Ibanez GSR200 Black

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Epiphone EB3 Bass Cherry

Epiphone EB3 Bass Cherry

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Ibanez GSR180 Brown Sunburst

Ibanez GSR180 Brown Sunburst

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Cort guitarguitar Action PJ Bass Pack Walnut

Cort guitarguitar Action PJ Bass Pack Walnut

£339.00 £504.35
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Squier Mini Precision Short Scale Bass Dakota Red

Squier Mini Precision Short Scale Bass Dakota Red

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£149.00 £169.99
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Yamaha TRBX304FBL Factory Blue

Yamaha TRBX304FBL Factory Blue

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Epiphone Thunderbird E1 Vintage Sunburst

Epiphone Thunderbird E1 Vintage Sunburst

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Ibanez SR300E Pearl White

Ibanez SR300E Pearl White

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Ibanez TMB100 Talman Bass Black

Ibanez TMB100 Talman Bass Black

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£229.00 £279.00
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Squier Classic Vibe 60s Mustang Short Scale Bass Sea Foam Green Indian Laurel Fingerboard

Squier Classic Vibe 60s Mustang Short Scale Bass Sea Foam Green Indian Laurel Fingerboard

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Squier Classic Vibe 70s Jazz Bass Black Maple Fingerboard

Squier Classic Vibe 70s Jazz Bass Black Maple Fingerboard

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Squier Classic Vibe 70s Jazz Bass Natural Maple Fingerboard

Squier Classic Vibe 70s Jazz Bass Natural Maple Fingerboard

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Music Man Sterling Stingray Ray24 Classic Butterscotch

Music Man Sterling Stingray Ray24 Classic Butterscotch

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Epiphone EB3 Bass Ebony

Epiphone EB3 Bass Ebony

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£339.00 £399.00
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Squier Affinity Jazz Bass 3 Colour Sunburst Maple Fingerboard

Squier Affinity Jazz Bass 3 Colour Sunburst Maple Fingerboard

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£239.00 £259.99
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Ibanez SR400EPBDX Tropical Seafloor Burst

Ibanez SR400EPBDX Tropical Seafloor Burst

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Epiphone Jack Casady Bass Sparkling Burgundy

Epiphone Jack Casady Bass Sparkling Burgundy

£699.00 £799.00
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Ibanez GSR200B Walnut Flat

Ibanez GSR200B Walnut Flat

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Squier Sonic Bronco Short Scale Bass Arctic White Maple Fingerboard

Squier Sonic Bronco Short Scale Bass Arctic White Maple Fingerboard

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Squier Affinity Jaguar Bass H Charcoal Frost Metallic

Squier Affinity Jaguar Bass H Charcoal Frost Metallic

£229.00 £249.99
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Ibanez GSR200 Jewel Blue

Ibanez GSR200 Jewel Blue

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Ibanez GSRM20 miKro Short Scale Bass Weathered Black

Ibanez GSRM20 miKro Short Scale Bass Weathered Black

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Ibanez SR300E Iron Pewter

Ibanez SR300E Iron Pewter

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Squier Affinity Jazz Bass Charcoal Frost Metallic

Squier Affinity Jazz Bass Charcoal Frost Metallic

£239.00 £259.99
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Squier Affinity Precision Bass PJ Black Maple Fingerboard

Squier Affinity Precision Bass PJ Black Maple Fingerboard

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Yamaha BB234VW Bass Vintage White

Yamaha BB234VW Bass Vintage White

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About Beginner Bass Guitars

Bass Guitars For Beginners are an ideal and affordable way to begin playing bass guitar. Bass is one of the easiest and most fun instruments to take up, yet it's an essential part of most live bands and a well played bass that's locked in with the drums can really make a band great.

Many bass players start out with a 4 string bass like a Squier Precision Bass or Jazz Bass, which are inviting to play and give access to a wide range of tones that are suitable for many styles of music. While four string basses, are the standard, if you're looking for a specific sound or to focus on a certain style, there are basses available to get what you're looking for. Short scale bass guitars feature a shorter scale length that benefits from a warm retro tone (think The Beatles) that's great for indie and punk rock, but less suitable for jazz or metal, which can often require the extended note range and more defined sound of a 5 string bass.

Basses also feature a range of pickup options that can enhance your playing, from one split coil pickup in a Precision, to the jazz pickups of a Jazz Bass or the humbucker pickups and active pickups of modern Yamahas, there are many options available to get you closer to the sound you're looking for. 

Choosing a bass guitar for beginners that is comfortable, plays well and sounds good is key to starting off in the best way possible. These beginner bass guitars and packs are a great choice for those looking to take their first steps into the world of playing. From rock icons to funk legends, their first bass guitar was an important step in their journey.

When choosing your first bass guitar, it's worth considering the accessories you'll need to go with your bass amp, these can include an instrument cable, gig bag, guitar tuner, guitar stand, guitar strap or even plectrums, which can be purchased individually or come as part of one of our beginner bass guitar bundles

There are models available to suit new bassists of all ages as well as different styles of music. This affordable selection of bass guitars for beginners includes many top brands such as Squier, Cort and Yamaha. It allows more players than ever to start learning sooner rather than later. Our huge variety of models available will ensure you find the best beginner bass guitar for you.

If you are unsure where to start or are looking for some more advice, please contact us. Whether it is in-store, online or over the phone, our friendly and knowledgeable staff are here to help. This is a great way to ensure you make the correct choice and start your journey in the best way possible.

If you're looking for the best beginner basses for versatile musical styles with good sonic appeal, we're confident we'll have the high quality instrument for you.

Why Choose Us For Your Beginner Bass Guitar?

  • Unique selection of bass guitars for beginners
  • Bass is really enjoyable to play
  • Bass guitar models to suit all styles of music and ages of players
  • An essential instrument in most band formats
  • Additional support is always on hand from our knowledgeable staff in-store and online

Frequently Asked Questions about Bass Guitars For Beginners

Question: What do I need to know before buying a beginner bass guitar?
Bass guitars come in different sizes! Full size bass guitars can be very long so it may well be more comfortable to play a short-scale or ¾ size bass. Bass guitars typically have four strings but it’s not uncommon to see basses with five strings. Five string basses have an extended range and are often used in jazz, metal and fusion styles. If you are interested in learning these styles it may be worth getting a five string bass.
Question: What is the best beginners bass guitar?
The best beginner bass guitar for you might not be the best for someone else. The first thing to consider is the size: bass guitars can be pretty long. It might be worth looking into ‘short-scale’ basses or, even smaller, ¾ size basses to ensure your first bass is comfortable! The next question is ‘what style of music would you like to play?’. If you like metal or hard rock, a bass by Jackson may be best for you, whereas, if you like pop, soul and indie, a Squier bass would suit you better.
Question: What are some easy bass guitar songs for beginners?
There are dozens of brilliant bass lines that are really easy to play. Some favourites include Taxman by the Beatles, Stir it Up by Bob Marley, Smells Like Teen Spirit by Nirvana, Psycho Killer by Talking Heads and Time is Running Out by Muse. Learning these songs would be a great start to your bass career!
Question: Is a bass guitar good for beginners?
Yes, bass guitar can be one of the most intuitive stringed instruments to pick up and play.
Question: Should I get a 4 or 5 string bass as a beginner?
Unless you're planning on playing downtuned rock music, a 4 string is the best way to get into playing bass.
Question: What bass is easiest to play?
A 4 string bass is definitely the easiest to play, some players may also find a shorter scale bass easier to work with.
Question: Are basses easier to learn than guitars?
No, but they aren't more difficult either. Although they share some of the same features such as strings, pickups, and amplifiers, the way you play, learn and eventually perform are very different.