What's the difference between a short scale and a long scale bass?

Short scale basses (typically 30-32") have a shorter string length, resulting in a slightly warmer tone and easier playability, while long scale basses (34" or longer) offer a tighter, more defined low end.

How does the wood used in a bass's body affect its sound?

Different woods impart distinct tonal characteristics; for example, mahogany often provides a warm, mellow tone, while alder is known for its balanced and versatile sound.

What is active vs. passive electronics in a bass guitar?

Passive electronics rely solely on the pickups and hardware, while active electronics include a preamp that allows for more tonal shaping and often higher output.

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Solar Guitars V1.8SVART

Heavy Guitars

$1,649

8-String Electric Guitar, Body: Mahogany, Glued-in neck: Maple, Fingerboard: Ebony, Solar Logo...

4.8 Expert Rating

Music Man John Petrucci Majesty 8 AR

Signature Guitars

$5,389

8-String Multiscale Electric Guitar, John Petrucci (Dream Theater) Signature...

4.4 Expert Rating

Music Man John Petrucci Majesty 8 BS

Signature Guitars

$5,389

8-String Multiscale Electric Guitar, John Petrucci (Dream Theater) Signature...

4.5 Expert Rating

Music Man John Petrucci Majesty 7 BS

Premium Guitars

$5,059

7-String Electric Guitar, John Petrucci (Dream Theater) Signature model, Body...

4.3 Expert Rating

Music Man John Petrucci Majesty 6 GG

Premium Guitars

$5,114

Electric Guitar, John Petrucci (Dream Theater) Signature Model, Body: Mahagony,...

4.5 Expert Rating

Music Man John Petrucci Majesty 6 HMR

Premium Guitars

$5,059

Electric Guitar, John Petrucci (Dream Theater) Signature Model, Body: Mahagony,...

4.6 Expert Rating

Music Man Axis Super Sport CC Quilt

Premium Guitars

$4,234

Electric Guitar, Body: Basswood, Top: flamed maple, Neck: roasted and figured...

4.8 Expert Rating

Rockboard RPA 100 Power Attenuator

Guitar Amp Attenuators

$87

Power Reducer, Maximum output power of the amplifier 100 watts, 3 Separate inputs...

4.3 Expert Rating

Music Man Axis Macha Flame

Premium Guitars

$4,179

Electric Guitar, Body: Basswood, Top: flamed maple, Neck: roasted and figured maple,...

4.5 Expert Rating

Kala KA-HIBISCUS-T Mahogany Uke

Tenor Ukuleles

$109

Tenor Ukulele, The Voyage Collection series, Top with artistic "Resourceful" motif...

4.6 Expert Rating

Kala KA-HIBISCUS-S Mahogany Uke

Soprano Ukuleles

$76

Soprano Ukulele, The Voyage Collection series, Top with artistic "Resourceful" motif...

4.8 Expert Rating

Kala KA-HIBISCUS-C Mahogany Uke

Concert Ukuleles

$95

Concert Ukulele, The Voyage Collection series, Top with artistic "Resourceful" motif...

4.9 Expert Rating

Taylor GS Mini Sapele Lefthand

Lefthanded Acoustic Guitars

$534

Acoustic Guitar

4.4 Expert Rating

Kala KA-GARDENIA-S Mahogany Uke

Soprano Ukuleles

$94

Soprano Ukulele, The Voyage Collection series, Body size: Soprano, Top: Mahogany with...

4.6 Expert Rating

Schecter PT-7 MS Black Ops LH

Lefthanded Guitars

$1,814

7-String Multiscale Electric Guitar, Left-handed model, Body: Mahogany, 3-Piece bolt-on...

4.7 Expert Rating

Zivix Jamstik Deluxe Blueburst

MIDI, Digital & Modelling Guitars

$1,814

MIDI Electric Guitar, Body: Swamp ash, Top: Flamed maple, Bolt-on neck: Roasted maple...

4.9 Expert Rating

Zivix Jamstik Deluxe Red/Black

MIDI, Digital & Modelling Guitars

$1,814

MIDI Electric Guitar, Body: Swamp ash, Top: Flamed maple, Bolt-on neck: Roasted maple...

4.4 Expert Rating

Duesenberg Paloma Vintage Burst

Alternative Design Guitars

$2,749

Electric Guitar, Body: Alder, Glued-in neck: Maple, Fingerboard: Rosewood, Diamond...

4.6 Expert Rating

Dingwall D-Roc Standard 5 Ducati White

Multi-scale Basses

$2,584

5-String Multi-Scale Electric Bass, Body: Mahogany, Bolt-on neck: Maple,...

4.7 Expert Rating

Schecter PT-7 MS Black Ops

Fanfret Guitars

$1,597

7-String Multiscale Electric Guitar, Body: Mahogany, 3-Piece bolt-on neck: Mahogany, carbon...

4.8 Expert Rating

Music Man Rabea Massaad Sabre Vileblood

ST Style Guitars

$4,729

Electric Guitar, Rabea Massaad Signature model, Body: Alder, Top: Flamed...

4.4 Expert Rating

Kala KA-OWL-MNG-TE Tenor Ukulele

Tenor Ukuleles

$492

Tenor Ukulele, Style: florentine cutaway, Back and sides: Okoume, Top: solid mango,...

4.5 Expert Rating

Kala KA-OWL-ACA-TE Tenor Ukulele

Tenor Ukuleles

$492

Tenor Ukulele, Style: florentine cutaway, Back and sides: Okoume, Top: solid acacia,...

4.7 Expert Rating

Music Man Stingray 4 Special HH PBB

4-String Basses

$3,189

Electric Bass, Body: selected hardwood, Bolt-on neck: roasted maple, Fingerboard:...

4.4 Expert Rating

Harley Benton PB-62 Sunburst

4-String P-Basses

$175

Electric Bass, Comfortable body shape, Body: Basswood, Bolt-on neck: Vintage caramelized...

4.5 Expert Rating

Blackstar HT-20R MKIII Valve Combo

Tube Guitar Combos

$945

All Tube Combo for Electric Guitar, Power: 20 Watts, Channels: Clean and Overdrive,...

4.8 Expert Rating

Music Man Stingray 5 H 70th Anni. ASB

Premium Basses

$3,519

5-String Electric Bass, Thomann 70th Anniversary Model, Body: Selected hardwood,...

4.5 Expert Rating

Music Man Stingray 4 H Arctic Sky Burst

4-String Basses

$3,299

Music Man Stingray 4 H 70th Anni. ASB, Electric Bass, Thomann 70th Anniversary Model, Body: Selected hardwood, 5-Bolt...

4.6 Expert Rating

Mesa Boogie Mark VII Head

Tube Guitar Heads

$4,839

Tube Amp Head for Electric Guitar, Power: 25 / 45 / 90 Watts switchable, Power tubes: 4 x...

4.3 Expert Rating

Squier LTD CV Bass VI Antigua

6-String Basses

$549

6-String Electric Bass, Limited edition, Classic Line Series, Body: Poplar, Bolt-on...

4.6 Expert Rating

Music Man Bongo 5 HH Stealth Black

5-String Basses

$3,574

5-String Electric Bass, Body: Basswood, 5-Piece bolt-on neck: Maple, Fingerboard:...

4.7 Expert Rating

Music Man Stingray 5 HH Special OS

Premium Basses

$3,849

5-String Electric Bass, Body: selected hardwood, Bolt-on neck: roasted maple,...

4.9 Expert Rating

Music Man Stingray 5 HH Special Jackpot

Premium Basses

$3,409

5-String Electric Bass, Body: Selected hardwood, Bolt-on neck: Roasted maple,...

4.4 Expert Rating

Music Man Stingray 5 HH Special Bruleé

Premium Basses

$3,299

5-String Electric Bass, Body: Selected hardwood, Bolt-on neck: Roasted maple,...

4.7 Expert Rating

Music Man Stingray 5 H Special P.B.Burst

Premium Basses

$3,189

5-String Electric Bass, Body: Selected hardwood, Bolt-on neck: Roasted maple,...

4.9 Expert Rating

Music Man Stingray 5 H Special Black

Premium Basses

$3,079

5-String Electric Bass, Body: Selected hardwood, Bolt-on neck: Roasted maple,...

4.4 Expert Rating

Music Man Stingray 4 Special HH B.Rock

4-String Basses

$3,189

Electric Bass, Body: Selected hardwood, Bolt-on neck: Roasted maple, Roasted...

4.5 Expert Rating

Music Man Stingray 4 H Special Hot Honey

4-String Basses

$3,289

Electric Bass, Body: Selected hardwood, Bolt-on neck: Roasted maple,...

4.8 Expert Rating

Music Man Stingray 4 H Special Ocean

4-String Basses

$3,409

Electric Bass, Body: Selected hardwood, Bolt-on neck: Roasted maple, Fingerboard:...

4.4 Expert Rating

Larry Carlton G5A Tobacco Sunburst LH

Electric Guitars w/ Piezo Pickups

$703

Electric Guitar, Lefthand / left-handed model, Chambered body with piezo pickup...

4.5 Expert Rating

Larry Carlton G5N Natural LH

Lefthanded Classical Guitars

$703

Acoustic Guitar with Pickup, Lefthand / left-handed model, Chambered body with piezo...

4.7 Expert Rating

Larry Carlton G5A Natural

Electric Guitars w/ Piezo Pickups

$604

Electric Guitar, Chambered body with piezo pickup and acoustic guitar strings for a...

4.8 Expert Rating

Larry Carlton G5N Natural

Other Classical Guitars

$604

Acoustic Guitar with Pickup, Chambered body with piezo pickup and nylon strings for a...

4.3 Expert Rating

Larry Carlton G5A Tobacco Sunburst

Electric Guitars w/ Piezo Pickups

$604

Electric Guitar, Chambered body with piezo pickup and acoustic guitar strings for a...

4.5 Expert Rating

Larry Carlton G5N Tobacco Sunburst

Other Classical Guitars

$604

Acoustic Guitar with Pickup, Chambered body with piezo pickup and nylon strings for...

4.6 Expert Rating

Music Man Stingray 4 H Special Jackpot

4-String Basses

$3,189

Electric Bass, Body: Selected hardwood, Bolt-on neck: Roasted maple,...

4.8 Expert Rating

Larry Carlton H7F Tobacco Burst

Jazz Guitars

$769

Electric Guitar, Style: Hollowbody with cutaway, Body: Maple, Top: Maple, Set-in neck:...

4.3 Expert Rating

Boss RC-505 MKII Case II Bundle

Looper Pedals

$710

4.5 Expert Rating

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Solar Guitars V1.8SVART

Music Man John Petrucci Majesty 8 AR

Music Man John Petrucci Majesty 8 BS

Music Man John Petrucci Majesty 7 BS

Music Man John Petrucci Majesty 6 GG

Music Man John Petrucci Majesty 6 HMR

Music Man Axis Super Sport CC Quilt

Rockboard RPA 100 Power Attenuator

Music Man Axis Macha Flame

Kala KA-HIBISCUS-T Mahogany Uke

Kala KA-HIBISCUS-S Mahogany Uke

Kala KA-HIBISCUS-C Mahogany Uke

Taylor GS Mini Sapele Lefthand

Kala KA-GARDENIA-S Mahogany Uke

Schecter PT-7 MS Black Ops LH

Zivix Jamstik Deluxe Blueburst

Zivix Jamstik Deluxe Red/Black

Duesenberg Paloma Vintage Burst

Dingwall D-Roc Standard 5 Ducati White

Schecter PT-7 MS Black Ops

Music Man Rabea Massaad Sabre Vileblood

Kala KA-OWL-MNG-TE Tenor Ukulele

Kala KA-OWL-ACA-TE Tenor Ukulele

Music Man Stingray 4 Special HH PBB

Harley Benton PB-62 Sunburst

Blackstar HT-20R MKIII Valve Combo

Music Man Stingray 5 H 70th Anni. ASB

Music Man Stingray 4 H Arctic Sky Burst

Mesa Boogie Mark VII Head

Squier LTD CV Bass VI Antigua

Music Man Bongo 5 HH Stealth Black

Music Man Stingray 5 HH Special OS

Music Man Stingray 5 HH Special Jackpot

Music Man Stingray 5 HH Special Bruleé

Music Man Stingray 5 H Special P.B.Burst

Music Man Stingray 5 H Special Black

Music Man Stingray 4 Special HH B.Rock

Music Man Stingray 4 H Special Hot Honey

Music Man Stingray 4 H Special Ocean

Larry Carlton G5A Tobacco Sunburst LH

Larry Carlton G5N Natural LH

Larry Carlton G5A Natural

Larry Carlton G5N Natural

Larry Carlton G5A Tobacco Sunburst

Larry Carlton G5N Tobacco Sunburst

Music Man Stingray 4 H Special Jackpot

Larry Carlton H7F Tobacco Burst

Boss RC-505 MKII Case II Bundle

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