8 best bass guitars

In any rock band, you can't do without a bass player. The instrument he uses is quite different from a traditional acoustic guitar. Even, one might say, dramatically! Such a musical instrument has a special form. The colors can be completely different, and therefore the bass guitars remain in the memory of many people. It's like a supercar on the background of ordinary cars! The problem is that now there are a large number of mediocre bass guitars that sound frankly bad. In order not to buy such a tool, read our article. We will tell only about the best models.

How to choose a bass guitar?

If you want to buy yourself a bass guitar, then the easiest way to choose one of those models, which are discussed below. However, this is not the only way to buy. If you are ready to spend time, then you can get acquainted with the assortment of online stores selling musical instruments. But which parameters of the bass should pay attention? Let's find out.

First you need to decide on a budget. To do this, you need to focus on your skills. If you are a professional musician who is a bass player of a fairly well-known rock band, then you need an expensive instrument. If you are just learning to play, then there is no need to spend many tens of thousands of rubles - any simple four-string model will suit you. If your ear is not trained, then you hardly notice the difference between the budget option and a very expensive six-string bass guitar.

Usually when choosing a musical instrument, considerable attention is paid to the design. Bass guitars are the strongest concerns. When you decide on a particular model, you need to make an external examination. In particular, you should be interested in the following:

1. Sections on joints - they should be as accurate as possible, you should not feel them to the touch;
2. Body painting - it should not have defects, drips and bubbles are not allowed;
3. State of the neck - it should not have bumps, deflections and irregularities;
4. Screwed in screws - they must be on the same level with the body, and their razbaltyvaniyu unacceptable.

Of course, after an external examination it is advisable to play a little on the selected guitar. Particular emphasis is placed on checking the sustain - silence of the sound. The longer the melody subsides, the better! To check it is not necessary to connect the guitar to any acoustics. Simply attach it to your ear, then pull each string open, first, and then pressed on the 12th fret. So you can find out which frequencies dominate the most. And in the future you can connect the guitar to the amplifier to estimate the amount of noise in the sound itself, as well as whether there are sobs or buzzes. In a word, this is how you check the electronic component of the bass guitar. If you are a beginner, then you should arrange a four-string guitar with a 20 fret neck, sold at a low price.

Top Bass Guitar Rankings

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
Top Bass Guitar Rankings	1	SCHECTER STILETTO STUDIO-4 STBLS	51 290 ₽
	2	Fender Squier Vintage Modified Precision Bass PJ 3-Color Sunburst	42 000 ₽
	3	IBANEZ GIO GSR205-BK	25 400 ₽
	4	YAMAHA TRBX174EW TBL	17 900 ₽
	5	SCHECTER OMEN EXTREME-4 BCH	27 363 ₽
	6	YAMAHA TRBX174EW RB	15 800 ₽
	7	MAGNA BBJ 101 / NTM	26 275 ₽
	8	ARIA IGB-STD / 5 MBK	16 989 ₽

SCHECTER STILETTO STUDIO-4 STBLS

Rating: 4.9

Most often, manufacturers of bass guitars do not bother about the tree from which the body of their musical instrument will be created. In most cases, the choice is made in favor of eating, which not every buyer will like. Only quite expensive tools have a body made of mahogany (mahogany). In particular, the SCHECTER STILETTO STUDIO-4 STBLS bass guitar can boast of this. In this case, the top of the case of this model is made of corrugated maple, which pleases even more. The neck was also created partly from maple, partly from multi-walnut. Also on it there is a traditional pad of rosewood.

This bass is designed for picky shoppers. This representative of our rating will look great in the hands of an experienced musician who has already learned how to earn big money with his beloved work. He will not be difficult to spend on the purchase of the tool 60 thousand rubles. For this amount, he will receive an excellent guitar, the body of which is painted black. Korea-made instrument with EMG 35HZ bridge pickups. A similar pick-up is used here. It's nice that during the game the sound can be adjusted in every possible way. In particular, for this purpose a three-band equalizer is installed here.

In short, this is a great bass guitar that asks for the stage. However, professional musicians still do not have enough of its capabilities. However, they may consider buying the 5, 6 or even 8-string configuration of this model. They cost, of course, even more expensive.

Fender Squier Vintage Modified Precision Bass PJ 3-Color Sunburst

Rating: 4.8

This representative of our rating has the longest name. But, more importantly, the buyer is not waiting for the highest price tag! The Indonesian manufacturer asks for its creation about 40 thousand rubles. This bass guitar is made in retro style - about the same instruments were played by rock bands in the last century. As the name implies, the upper deck has a color using three colors. To be more precise, this is a three-color sunburst. Created the same body of agatis.

The neck of this guitar is made of maple. Above there is a pad of rosewood, on which 20 frets are marked. Four strings are strung to the instrument - this number should suit any novice bass player. However, an instrument with such a high price tag is still intended for experienced musicians rather than for beginners. This is evidenced by Fender-Designed Split Single-Coil pickups, which are very high quality.

On the case of the bass guitar, you can find not only the mount for the strings, but also three knobs. With their help, you can adjust the volume of both the middle and bridge pickups. As for the third regulator, it is designed to adjust the tone.

IBANEZ GIO GSR205-BK

Rating: 4.8

Slightly cheaper, but more difficult to learn. Approximately 27 thousand rubles. the buyer will receive a five-string instrument. His body was created from the mahogany. It is painted in strict black color. The optimum layer of varnish will not let the paint rub off either tomorrow, or in a month, or in a few years. As for the neck, it was created from maple. In the case of a bass guitar, this seems like the perfect option. Also, the neck has a pad of rosewood - an indispensable attribute of all more or less high-quality guitars.

As befits a good bass guitar, the IBANEZ GIO GSR205-BK has two pickups.They use electronics called Dynamix H. They also include the Phat II eq equalizer. All of these components have been thoroughly tested, just like the guitar itself as a whole. 22 frets are instructed on the fretboard of this tool. It was made with white dots - in this regard, the manufacturer did not bother. One can not but note the relatively small thickness of the neck, thanks to which the game becomes as comfortable as possible. Perhaps this is the optimal purchase for those who are just starting to make music, but knows for sure that they will not abandon this business for many years.

YAMAHA TRBX174EW TBL

Rating: 4.7

Another black-bass guitar in our ranking. The tool has a nice appearance, and modern lacquering technology should keep it for many years. It is also impossible not to notice that the Japanese are not in vain as leaders in the field of sound - the parts issued by the bass guitar should suit everyone. Not only the materials from which the instrument was created, but also ceramic pickups have a positive effect on the quality of the melody.

The case of this model was created from red and exotic trees. There was a place on the top deck not only for string bindings, but also for three knobs. As for the neck, maple was used to make it. On the rosewood overlay, 24 frets are inlaid with white dots. Another guitar has the usual pegs, located on the sides.

Speaking of sound, the YAMAHA TRBX174EW TBL guitar produces a certain “growl” with a strong middle, especially if round strings are used. In any case, the musician will receive a lot of tonal options, selected using the third knob (the other two are responsible for the volume of the pickups).

This bass guitar is the best option for a beginner. However, some professional rock bands can also use this tool - they are unlikely to seriously make any claims to the guitar.

SCHECTER OMEN EXTREME-4 BCH

Rating: 4.7

Another guitar, on the neck of which there are 24 frets. Unlike most existing tools of this kind, frets are highlighted with vectors, not points.

The case of this model was created from mahogany and maple. It is painted in the color of black cherry, which makes the guitar not only beautiful, but also recognizable. Not far from the strings are four metal regulators, forming a rhombus. In his left hand, the musician will hold a neck made of maple. It has the already familiar rosewood overlay. The Diamond Bass bridge, on which branded pegs are located, ends the whole thing.

This guitar was created in Indonesia. She uses a reliable double anchor, which is adjustable. Also, high-quality pickups are used here, for which there are no complaints. Do not forget that they will need a 9-volt battery. Very good strings are supplied with the bass guitar. But the case SGR-6B is proposed to be purchased separately. And this despite the relatively high cost of the tool. However, the price tag will still seem ridiculous to professional participants of rock bands - everything is learned by comparison.

YAMAHA TRBX174EW RB

Rating: 4.7

Slightly higher in this ranking was already talking about a similar guitar from the same Japanese company Yamaha. This model differs from it mainly in body color. Here a brown sunburst is waiting for a buyer - all parts of the deck have this color. On the body is fixed nekovogo pickup Split Single Coll. For its manufacture used ceramics, which indicates the durability of the part.

In his left hand, the owner of this guitar will hold a neck made from maple. I did not forget the manufacturer about the pad made of rosewood, on which 24 frets are inlaid with traditional dots. Finishes the design of a stylish bridge, on the sides of which are placed vintage pegs. There is also a Single Coll bridge pickup, also made of ceramic, which gives the melody a distinct middle and even some roar.

The body has a shallow neckline that provides access to all the frets. It was created from exotic and red trees. The paint is varnished, so it will definitely not crumble in the coming years. The neck is bolted to the body, which also speaks of the durability of the product. The distance between the strings is 19 mm, and their number is four.

Perhaps this is the perfect bass guitar, if we talk specifically about models in the price segment "up to 25 thousand rubles." After buying such a tool you are unlikely to be disappointed. Especially if four strings are enough for you. But do not forget that you will additionally need a cover - unfortunately, modern bass guitars are most often supplied without it.

MAGNA BBJ 101 / NTM

Rating: 4.6

Another bass guitar, the cost of which does not exceed 25 thousand rubles. If many other similar tools have an atypical color, then here the body of a natural color of wood is waiting for the musician. Someone will not like the bass guitar because of this. Others will be delighted with it. Especially those who used to play only acoustic guitars. By the way, the case MAGNA BBJ 101 / NTM was created from the American ash, it is glued together from two pieces. The neck is made of Canadian mountain maple, but already of three pieces.

Connoisseurs will undoubtedly guess that this model is a copy of the famous Warwick Corvette bass guitar. Most new products will appeal to beginners - they will definitely appreciate the extended range of sound. Hollow construction and natural wood significantly increase the finish, which is almost the most important for a bass guitar.

As it should be, the instrument neck has a rosewood overlay. On it are encrusted 24 frets. Sound from four strings is controlled by the active two-way Wilkinson WBJ Thermoblock of the J-J type. The guitar offers rich sound settings, so that the instrument adapts to the style of the musician without any problems. In a word, only the appearance of the guitar and the number of strings can disagree; otherwise, it is extremely difficult to find fault with this model.

ARIA IGB-STD / 5 MBK

Rating: 4.5

Our rating mainly consists of four-string bass guitars.Such instruments are easy to learn, and most musicians have enough of their capabilities. However, we could not fail to mention a couple of five-string guitars. One of them is ARIA IGB-STD / 5 MBK. This is one of the cheapest bass guitars in our selection. At the same time, the manufacturer almost did not save its creation. For the manufacture of the body, he used alder. The fingerboard is attached to the case with screws; it was created from maple. Of course, the rosewood overlay is not forgotten - it is on it that 24 frets are inlaid.

The guitar was very beautiful. Its body is metallic black. Also, the product can boast a long menzur. Like the rest of the bass guitar reviewed in this collection, the ARIA IGB-STD / 5 MBK has two pickups - one single and one humbucker. On the thermoblock there is a volume control, tone control and a pickup switching toggle switch. As for the hardware, it is chrome.

This guitar will suit every beginner, ready to master the game on the five-string instrument. Professional musicians can make claims only to not long enough to be heard.

Conclusion

From now on, you know how to choose your perfect bass guitar. As you understand, these musical instruments can differ significantly from each other. Some models are designed for beginners, only mastering the basics. Others will suit those who are going to play for fun at home or with friends. And, of course, special caste can be considered as instruments for professional use - they are durable, and the quality of their sound will suit even the most fastidious musician.

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Attention! This rating is subjective, is not advertising and does not serve as a guide to the purchase. Before buying, you should consult with a specialist.