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Straightforward advice for choosing a bass, with live listings under every guide so you can go straight from reading to buying.

Best Bass Guitars Under $500

What a good bass under $500 looks like, what to check before you buy, and every bass under $500 for sale right now, new and used.

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Best Beginner Bass Guitars

How to pick a first bass: 4-string or 5, long or short scale, what to spend, plus beginner-friendly basses for sale right now.

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5-String Basses Under $1,000

What to look for in a 5-string bass under $1,000, and every 5-string under $1,000 for sale right now.

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How to Buy a Used Bass

A practical checklist for buying a used bass online or in person, plus used basses for sale right now.

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