What is the most common bass guitar?

At the top of the list is the Fender Precision Bass, commonly referred to as the P Bass. P Basses are incredibly popular and are likely the best selling electric bass of all time, although that fact is very difficult to prove.

Do I need more than one bass guitar?

…you’ll need more basses. You need to be able to cover many sounds to do the job – that’s what you’re being paid to do! Plus you’ll need ‘spares’ if you’re on the road a lot. The vast majority of bass purchasers don’t fit this profile and could probably get by with one or two basses at the most.

Which one is better bass or guitar?

While no instrument is better than the other, each has its own sound that adds to a composition. When listening to a song, it’s easier to hear the guitar over the bass. This is because the guitar has a higher pitch that distinguishes it from others.

Are there different kinds of bass guitars?

Bass guitars typically come in 4-, 5- and 6-string models. For those who are just starting, you’re better off sticking with a 4-string model that’s tuned to the standard E-A-D-G format. Most well-known rock groups go with this, and a 4-string bass will definitely be easier to play in the beginning stages.

Why bass is harder than guitar?

Physically speaking, the bass is harder to handle than a guitar. It has a longer neck, thicker and heavier strings and requires more finger strength to fret the notes correctly. The bass is also a weightier instrument overall and some musicians find it more difficult (especially on their backs) to play.

How can I practice bass guitar quietly?

Using the Vox amPlug 2 is the cheapest and easiest way to play bass guitar without an amp. It’s essentially a very small box that plugs right into the input of your bass guitar. You then hook up your headphones to it and jam away. There’s an Aux input as well for playing along to jam tracks.

What bass does Geddy Lee play?

Fender Jazz Bass
Geddy Lee’s main bass is a black 1972 Fender Jazz Bass he bought from a pawn shop in Kalamazoo, Michigan for $200 (US$910 in 2020 dollars). It was used to record the albums Permanent Waves, Moving Pictures, Signals, Counterparts, Test for Echo, Vapor Trails, Feedback, Snakes and Arrows, and Clockwork Angels.