troutman Posted March 12, 2005 Share Posted March 12, 2005 (edited) I am one who believes it is never to late "to teach an old dog new tricks". I have alway's wanted to learn how to play the Bass Guitar!! I tried lead but it just didn't suit me, I new better also, deep down I have alway's admired the Bass, especially growing up listening to Geddy. Any suggestions on getting started? what to by in a starter Bass & amp, cost ect... Thanks!! troutman Oh, by the way I am left handed will this be a problem as fas as guitar availability?? Edited March 12, 2005 by troutman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
By-Tor & the Jazz Bass Posted March 12, 2005 Share Posted March 12, 2005 Go to musiciansfriend.com web site. They have a lot of bass starter packages on there for a pretty good price. I think they might have some left handed basses on there also. It's never to late to learn! Good luck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
troutman Posted March 12, 2005 Author Share Posted March 12, 2005 Thanks for the info. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowdog Posted March 12, 2005 Share Posted March 12, 2005 troutman, here is a link to some online instruction for the bass. Good luck! (oh yeah, by the end of next week, I want to hear you playing La Villa Strangiato). http://www.harmony-central.com/Bass/Lessons/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
troutman Posted March 12, 2005 Author Share Posted March 12, 2005 LOL there!! Thanks for the info. Actually I'm looking for sometime in july/ august before purchasing one. Just want to get some "feedback" from you all. What about a certain brand? Obviously money plays a roll but what is the cheapest you would go? thanks again troutman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowdog Posted March 12, 2005 Share Posted March 12, 2005 (edited) Here's a good starter package. It's a good combination of price & quality. You're not getting Geddy Lee equipment, but they are pretty good and the price is right. ($300, US) http://www.samash.com/catalog/showitem.asp...nonetodaythanks The only thing is left handed. I don't think I've ever seen a lefty starter package. You may have to call and ask. If you're looking for just a bass, here is a good choice for $419. http://www.samash.com/catalog/showitem.asp...nonetodaythanks This model comes in left too. Here's a link to just the lefty basses: http://www.samash.com/catalog/search.asp?M...hod=6&pagesize= If the pictures are missing, just look up the similar model in right handed to see a pic. Hope this helps Edited March 12, 2005 by Snowdog Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
troutman Posted March 12, 2005 Author Share Posted March 12, 2005 Sweet Thanks again Snowdog Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steel Rat Posted March 13, 2005 Share Posted March 13, 2005 I think Ibanez makes some great beginner's basses. Don't expect them to be of great quality, but they're fun to play otherwise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
troutman Posted March 13, 2005 Author Share Posted March 13, 2005 Thanks, Steel Rat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steel Rat Posted March 13, 2005 Share Posted March 13, 2005 QUOTE (troutman @ Mar 12 2005, 11:43 PM) Thanks, Steel Rat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Quigley_Moog Posted March 21, 2005 Share Posted March 21, 2005 (edited) I just wanted to start bass too, and bought this little number: my bass guitar I'm quite pleased. I was happy to be able find the sounds of a fender jazz and a fender precision under one hood...and for a more than reasonable $200. For an amp, I bought a Rockman Bass Ace-$80 for that one. I wanted a headphone amp so I don't piss off my roomate with low frequecies and a righteous rumble. Edited March 21, 2005 by Quigley_Moog Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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