How many strings does a bass guitar have?

Most bass guitars have 4 strings. This is what you'll hear on the vast majority of music that you are familiar with. Whether it is the latest indie release or 80s rock, it'll likely be a 4 string bass. Over time, models with more strings have started to appear. It is now not uncommon to see bassists playing a 5 or even 6 string model. Genres of music such as metal and prog rock have embraced the extra strings and make very good use of them!

How difficult is it to learn bass guitar?

Have you ever found yourself tapping along to your favourite song? Then that sense of rhythm has you part of the way there! There are many legendary bass lines that follow a fairly simple pattern (think "Another One Bites The Dust" or "Superfreak"). While it is possible to quickly master some of these, you'll still need to put in the practice to get there. Having the right bass in your hands will certainly make things a lot easier. If you are willing to put in some practice time you'll be nailing those iconic bass riffs before you know it!

Is bass easier to learn than guitar?

Many people think that since the bass guitar has fewer strings than the electric guitar (4 compared to 6), then it will be easier to learn. Some people may find it easier, but many of the same skills are needed for both. A lot of bassists also play guitar. There is certainly no rule to say you can't do both!

What makes a good bass guitar?

This totally depends on the individual. A good bass guitar is simply one that looks and feel good to you. Some people may simply prefer the look of a certain colour or shape while others don't bother much about looks and focus exclusively on sound. Decide what's most important to you and you'll end up with a bass that is not only good but excellent!

What is a good starter bass guitar?

For a good starter bass guitar, it makes sense to keep things simple so you can focus on your playing. For that reason, most beginners tend to stick with a 4 string model to best get to grips with the basics. Whether your genre of choice is rock, metal, pop, jazz, or a combination, most bass guitars will cover all of these very well. If you can spend between £150 to £350, you'll get a great beginner's bass. Ibanez, Squier and Yamaha all have excellent models at this price point. The Squier Affinity PJ Bass is particularly popular with beginners.

Bass Guitars | guitarguitar

New Arrival

Ibanez BTB605 5 String Transparent Grey Flat

£779.00

FREE Delivery

Available to Order

New Arrival

Ibanez BTB945 5 String Cosmic Blue Low Gloss

£1,199.00

FREE Delivery

Available to Order

New Arrival

Ibanez EHB1675MS 5 String Multi Scale Natural Flat

£1,589.00

FREE Delivery

Available to Order

New Arrival

Ibanez EHB5MSBSP EHB Series 5 String Blue Hardware Metallic Aurora Matte

£1,599.00

FREE Delivery

Available to Order

New Arrival

Ibanez SR305EB 5 String Walnut Flat

£419.00

Get it Friday, Jan 17

FREE Delivery

In Stock

New Arrival

Ibanez SR305E 5 String Deep Ocean Metallic

£419.00

Get it Friday, Jan 17

FREE Delivery

In Stock

New Arrival

Ibanez SR305EDX 5 String Wine Red Frozen Matte

£509.00

Get it Friday, Jan 17

FREE Delivery

In Stock

New Arrival

Ibanez SR3500 SR Prestige Black

£1,999.00

FREE Delivery

Available to Order

New Arrival

Ibanez SR3505 SR Prestige Black

£2,099.00

FREE Delivery

Available to Order

New Arrival

Ibanez SR405EQM 5 String Quilted Maple Stained Cosmic Blue Starburst

£589.00

Get it Friday, Jan 17

FREE Delivery

In Stock

New Arrival

Ibanez SRD905 SRD Cosmic Blue Starburst Low Gloss

£1,049.00

Get it Friday, Jan 17

FREE Delivery

In Stock

New Arrival

Ibanez TMB425B TMB 5 String Black Flat

£439.00

Get it Friday, Jan 17

FREE Delivery

In Stock

Ibanez 2023 BTB1835 Natural Shadow Low Gloss (Pre-Owned) #I230206880

£999.00

Get it Friday, Jan 17

FREE Delivery

In Stock

New Arrival

Ibanez SR500E Brown Mahogany (Pre-Owned) #cp07078413

£579.00

Get it Friday, Jan 17

FREE Delivery

In Stock

Music Man Sterling Sub Series Ray5 Black Maple Fingerboard (Pre-Owned) #B059010

£349.00

Get it Friday, Jan 17

FREE Delivery

In Stock

Ex-Demo

Music Man Sterling Sub Series Stingray 5 HH Ruby Redburst Satin 5 String (Ex-Demo) #B193346

£509.00 £529.99

Get it Friday, Jan 17

FREE Delivery

In Stock

The Big Sale

Music Man StingRay Special 5 Pueblo Pink Rosewood Fingerboard

£2,599.00 £2,999.00

Get it Friday, Jan 17

FREE Delivery

In Stock

The Big Sale

Music Man StingRay Special 5 Sea Breeze Rosewood Fingerboard

£2,599.00 £2,949.00

Get it Friday, Jan 17

FREE Delivery

In Stock

Music Man StingRay Special 5 Sea Breeze Rosewood Fingerboard #K01687

£2,599.00 £2,949.00

Get it Friday, Jan 17

FREE Delivery

In Stock

Music Man Stingray Special 5 Buttercream Rosewood Fingerboard

£3,199.00

FREE Delivery

Available to Order

Music Man Sterling StingRay 5 Classic RAY25CA Olympic White

£799.00

Get it Friday, Jan 17

FREE Delivery

In Stock

Music Man Sterling StingRay 5 RAY35 Spalted Maple 3 Tone Sunburst

£1,299.00 £1,419.99

Get it Friday, Jan 17

FREE Delivery

In Stock

New Arrival

Lakland Skyline Darryl Jones 5 String Black Rosewood Fingerboard (Pre-Owned)

£899.00

Get it Friday, Jan 17

FREE Delivery

In Stock

The Big Sale

Mark Bass GV5 Gloxy Val Cream CR MP

£699.00 £749.00

Get it Friday, Jan 17

FREE Delivery

In Stock

The Big Sale

Ibanez EHB1505 5 String Stained Wine Red

£1,299.00 £1,559.00

Get it Friday, Jan 17

FREE Delivery

In Stock

Ibanez SR1425B 5 String Caribbean Green

£1,399.00

Get it Friday, Jan 17

FREE Delivery

In Stock

Ibanez EHB1005SMS 5 String Metallic Gray Matte

£999.00 £1,169.00

Get it Friday, Jan 17

FREE Delivery

In Stock

Ibanez BTB705LM 5 String Cosmic Blue Starburst

£1,119.00

Get it Friday, Jan 17

FREE Delivery

In Stock

Ibanez BTB705LM 5 String Natural Browned Burst Flat

£1,089.00

Get it Friday, Jan 17

FREE Delivery

In Stock

Vintage V51BD V51 Bass Guitar Blonde

£429.00

FREE Delivery

Available to Order

Vintage V51SB V51 Bass Guitar 2 Tone Sunburst

£429.00

FREE Delivery

Available to Order

Vintage V96 ReIssued Active Bass Gloss Black

£339.00 £409.00

FREE Delivery

Available to Order

Vintage V96 ReIssued Active Bass Sunset Sunburst

£339.00 £409.00

FREE Delivery

Available to Order

Vintage VJ74 ReIssued Candy Apple Red

£319.00 £399.00

FREE Delivery

Available to Order

Vintage V4 ReIssued Bass Guitar Sunset Sunburst

£319.00 £399.00

FREE Delivery

Available to Order

Vintage V4 ReIssued Bass Guitar Silverburst Maple Fingerboard

£319.00 £399.00

FREE Delivery

Available to Order

Vintage V4 ReIssued Bass Guitar Rocker Black Mirror Scratchplate

£339.00 £409.00

FREE Delivery

Available to Order

Vintage V4MRFR V4 Icon Bass Distressed Firenza Red

£339.00 £359.00

FREE Delivery

Available to Order

Vintage V4MRSSB V4 Icon Bass Distressed Sunset Sunburst

£359.00 £469.00

FREE Delivery

Available to Order

Vintage VJ74 ReIssued Bass Ventura Green

£319.00 £399.00

FREE Delivery

Available to Order

Stores Nationwide

Free Next Day Delivery

Sell your Guitar

Expert Advice

Extended Exchange

Bass Guitars

Filter

Ibanez BTB605 5 String Transparent Grey Flat

Ibanez BTB945 5 String Cosmic Blue Low Gloss

Ibanez EHB1675MS 5 String Multi Scale Natural Flat

Ibanez EHB5MSBSP EHB Series 5 String Blue Hardware Metallic Aurora Matte

Ibanez SR305EB 5 String Walnut Flat

Ibanez SR305E 5 String Deep Ocean Metallic

Ibanez SR305EDX 5 String Wine Red Frozen Matte

Ibanez SR3500 SR Prestige Black

Ibanez SR3505 SR Prestige Black

Ibanez SR405EQM 5 String Quilted Maple Stained Cosmic Blue Starburst

Ibanez SRD905 SRD Cosmic Blue Starburst Low Gloss

Ibanez TMB425B TMB 5 String Black Flat

Ibanez 2023 BTB1835 Natural Shadow Low Gloss (Pre-Owned) #I230206880

Ibanez SR500E Brown Mahogany (Pre-Owned) #cp07078413

Music Man Sterling Sub Series Ray5 Black Maple Fingerboard (Pre-Owned) #B059010

Music Man Sterling Sub Series Stingray 5 HH Ruby Redburst Satin 5 String (Ex-Demo) #B193346

Music Man StingRay Special 5 Pueblo Pink Rosewood Fingerboard

Music Man StingRay Special 5 Sea Breeze Rosewood Fingerboard

Music Man StingRay Special 5 Sea Breeze Rosewood Fingerboard #K01687

Music Man Stingray Special 5 Buttercream Rosewood Fingerboard

Music Man Sterling StingRay 5 Classic RAY25CA Olympic White

Music Man Sterling StingRay 5 RAY35 Spalted Maple 3 Tone Sunburst

Lakland Skyline Darryl Jones 5 String Black Rosewood Fingerboard (Pre-Owned)

Mark Bass GV5 Gloxy Val Cream CR MP

Ibanez EHB1505 5 String Stained Wine Red

Ibanez SR1425B 5 String Caribbean Green

Ibanez EHB1005SMS 5 String Metallic Gray Matte

Ibanez BTB705LM 5 String Cosmic Blue Starburst

Ibanez BTB705LM 5 String Natural Browned Burst Flat

Vintage V51BD V51 Bass Guitar Blonde

Vintage V51SB V51 Bass Guitar 2 Tone Sunburst

Vintage V96 ReIssued Active Bass Gloss Black

Vintage V96 ReIssued Active Bass Sunset Sunburst

Vintage VJ74 ReIssued Candy Apple Red

Vintage V4 ReIssued Bass Guitar Sunset Sunburst

Vintage V4 ReIssued Bass Guitar Silverburst Maple Fingerboard

Vintage V4 ReIssued Bass Guitar Rocker Black Mirror Scratchplate

Vintage V4MRFR V4 Icon Bass Distressed Firenza Red

Vintage V4MRSSB V4 Icon Bass Distressed Sunset Sunburst

Vintage VJ74 ReIssued Bass Ventura Green

Keep up with our latest offers, news & events