Best 6-String Basses 2026
Top-rated 6-string basses 2026 - expert picks for every budget and skill level
Last updated: January 7, 2026 • Next update: January 14, 2026
#1
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4.9/5
(30 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Music Man Bongo 6 HH Stealth Black
by
Music Man
Advanced Techniques
Extended Range
Professional Recording
Key Feature:
• Maximum extended range with high C string
✓ PROS
- • Guitar-like chord possibilities
- • Solo bass performance capabilities
✗ CONS
- • Limited availability compared to 4/5-string
- • Specialized setup and maintenance needed
Music Man Bongo 6 HH Stealth Black6-String Electric BassBody: BasswoodBolt-on neck (5-bolt): MapleFingerboard:...
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4.9/5
(30 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 589749
$3,684
#2
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5.0/5
(32 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Marcus Miller F10-6 NT
Progressive Rock
Advanced Techniques
Jazz Fusion
Key Feature:
• Professional versatility
✓ PROS
- • Advanced tapping and chording techniques
- • Professional versatility
✗ CONS
- • Specialized setup and maintenance needed
- • Very wide neck requires significant adjustment
Marcus Miller F10-6 NT6-String Electric BassNew high-end bass model from Sireusing only high-quality woods and parts...
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5.0/5
(32 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 584440
$1,979
#3
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4.8/5
(51 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Ibanez SR1426B-CGL
by
Ibanez
Advanced Techniques
Jazz Fusion
Professional Recording
Key Feature:
• Professional versatility
✓ PROS
- • Professional versatility
- • Advanced tapping and chording techniques
✗ CONS
- • Complex string spacing considerations
- • Very wide neck requires significant adjustment
Ibanez SR1426B-CGL6 String Electric BassSR SeriesBody: African mahagonyTop: flamed maple5-Piece bolt-on neck: Panga...
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4.8/5
(51 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 581912
$1,682
#4
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4.8/5
(17 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Marleaux MBass 6 Worn Spruce Ltd
by
Marleaux
Advanced Techniques
Jazz Fusion
Extended Range
Key Feature:
• Professional versatility
✓ PROS
- • Guitar-like chord possibilities
- • Maximum extended range with high C string
✗ CONS
- • Steep learning curve from 4-string
- • Limited availability compared to 4/5-string
Marleaux MBass 6 Worn Spruce Ltd6-String Electric BassExclusive edition of the MBassspecially designed for Thomann in...
⭐
4.8/5
(17 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 492124
$6,445
#5
⭐
4.5/5
(3 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Torillo Shevette 6 Double Cut Pom
by
Torillo
Solo Bass
Professional Recording
Jazz Fusion
Key Feature:
• Professional versatility
✓ PROS
- • Advanced tapping and chording techniques
- • Solo bass performance capabilities
✗ CONS
- • Steep learning curve from 4-string
- • Very wide neck requires significant adjustment
Torillo Shevette 6 Double Cut Pom6-String Electric BassBody: Sapele PomeleBolt-on 3-piece neck: Maple/Amaranth with...
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4.5/5
(3 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 557782
$4,179
#6
⭐
4.7/5
(31 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Dingwall CB3 Combustion 6 NAT PF
by
Dingwall
Solo Bass
Extended Range
Jazz Fusion
Key Feature:
• Advanced tapping and chording techniques
✓ PROS
- • Solo bass performance capabilities
- • Guitar-like chord possibilities
✗ CONS
- • Complex string spacing considerations
- • Limited availability compared to 4/5-string
Dingwall CB3 Combustion 6 NAT PF6-String Multiscale Electric BassBody: Swamp AshBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard: Pau...
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4.7/5
(31 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 532781
$3,133
#7
⭐
4.7/5
(42 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Ibanez BTB1836-NDL
by
Ibanez
Extended Range
Advanced Techniques
Progressive Rock
Key Feature:
• Advanced tapping and chording techniques
✓ PROS
- • Guitar-like chord possibilities
- • Maximum extended range with high C string
✗ CONS
- • Complex string spacing considerations
- • Steep learning curve from 4-string
Ibanez BTB1836-NDL6-String Electric BassBody: AshTop and back: Bubinga7-Piece neck: Maple / Bubinga / Panga Panga with...
⭐
4.7/5
(42 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 509581
$1,847
#8
⭐
4.7/5
(6 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Warwick Masterbuilt Thumb SC NOF 6
by
Warwick
Progressive Rock
Professional Recording
Advanced Techniques
Key Feature:
• Professional versatility
✓ PROS
- • Guitar-like chord possibilities
- • Maximum extended range with high C string
✗ CONS
- • Complex string spacing considerations
- • Very wide neck requires significant adjustment
Warwick Masterbuilt Thumb SC NOF 66-String Electric BassBody: Swamp ashTop: Bubinga PommeléNeck-throughbody neck:...
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4.7/5
(6 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 559798
$8,799
#9
⭐
4.8/5
(32 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Ibanez BTB25TH6-SLM
by
Ibanez
Progressive Rock
Professional Recording
Solo Bass
Key Feature:
• Advanced tapping and chording techniques
✓ PROS
- • Solo bass performance capabilities
- • Advanced tapping and chording techniques
✗ CONS
- • Specialized setup and maintenance needed
- • Limited availability compared to 4/5-string
Ibanez BTB25TH6-SLM6-String Electric BassBTB seriesBody: Okoume5-Piece neck-thru-body: Maple / WalnutFingerboard:...
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4.8/5
(32 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 581824
$1,407
#10
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4.9/5
(54 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Ibanez SRMS806-DTW
by
Ibanez
Progressive Rock
Solo Bass
Advanced Techniques
Key Feature:
• Advanced tapping and chording techniques
✓ PROS
- • Professional versatility
- • Guitar-like chord possibilities
✗ CONS
- • Steep learning curve from 4-string
- • Very wide neck requires significant adjustment
Ibanez SRMS806-DTW6-String Multiscale Electric BassBody: OkoumeTop: Burl poplar5-Piece bolt-on neck: Jatoba /...
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4.9/5
(54 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 557419
$1,264
#11
⭐
4.8/5
(44 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Cort A6 Plus FMMH
by
Cort
Extended Range
Professional Recording
Solo Bass
Key Feature:
• Guitar-like chord possibilities
✓ PROS
- • Solo bass performance capabilities
- • Maximum extended range with high C string
✗ CONS
- • Limited availability compared to 4/5-string
- • Specialized setup and maintenance needed
Cort A6 Plus FMMH6-String Electric BassBody: MahoganyTop: Flamed maple5-Piece neck-through-body: Maple/Panga...
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4.8/5
(44 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 471057
$989
#12
⭐
4.8/5
(32 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Squier LTD CV Bass VI Antigua
by
Squier
Extended Range
Progressive Rock
Jazz Fusion
Key Feature:
• Guitar-like chord possibilities
✓ PROS
- • Advanced tapping and chording techniques
- • Solo bass performance capabilities
✗ CONS
- • Steep learning curve from 4-string
- • Limited availability compared to 4/5-string
Squier LTD CV Bass VI Antigua6-String Electric BassLimited editionClassic Line SeriesBody: PoplarBolt-on neck:...
⭐
4.8/5
(32 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 589757
$549
#13
⭐
4.7/5
(53 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Warwick GPS Thumb BO 6 NT
by
Warwick
Progressive Rock
Solo Bass
Professional Recording
Key Feature:
• Guitar-like chord possibilities
✓ PROS
- • Solo bass performance capabilities
- • Advanced tapping and chording techniques
✗ CONS
- • Limited availability compared to 4/5-string
- • Complex string spacing considerations
Warwick GPS Thumb BO 6 NT6-String Electric BassBody: OvangkolNeck: OvangkolFretboard: WengeScale: 34" (Long...
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4.7/5
(53 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 364230
$3,629
#14
⭐
4.6/5
(4 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Sandberg California II TM6 BKB
by
Sandberg
Solo Bass
Professional Recording
Advanced Techniques
Key Feature:
• Solo bass performance capabilities
✓ PROS
- • Guitar-like chord possibilities
- • Professional versatility
✗ CONS
- • Steep learning curve from 4-string
- • Limited availability compared to 4/5-string
Sandberg California II TM6 BKB6-String Electric BassAsh bodyMaple neckEbony fretboard34" Scale (long)22 Frets1...
⭐
4.6/5
(4 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 376702
$2,749
#15
⭐
5.0/5
(17 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Sadowsky MetroLine 24-6 Mod MO BTHP
by
Sadowsky
Solo Bass
Advanced Techniques
Extended Range
Key Feature:
• Guitar-like chord possibilities
✓ PROS
- • Advanced tapping and chording techniques
- • Solo bass performance capabilities
✗ CONS
- • Steep learning curve from 4-string
- • Specialized setup and maintenance needed
Sadowsky MetroLine 24-6 Mod MO BTHP6-String Electric BassBody: American red alderBolt-on neck: American...
⭐
5.0/5
(17 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 611727
$7,149
How to Choose the Best 6-String Basses
Budget Planning
- • Under $200: Entry-level
- • $200-$500: Intermediate
- • $500-$1000: Advanced
- • $1000+: Professional
Quality Check
- • Sound clarity & tone
- • Build materials & finish
- • Hardware durability
- • Overall craftsmanship
Key Features
- • Your musical style
- • Skill level match
- • Intended use case
- • Brand reputation
Frequently Asked Questions
Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced 6-string basses typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.
