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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Harley Benton R-457MN WH Progressive Set

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7 String Guitars

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Sandberg California VM2 5 GB LH

5-String Lefthanded Basses

$2,386

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Sandberg California II TM4 MN NT

4-String Basses

$2,144

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Gibson 50s J-45 Original Vint. SB LH

Lefthanded Acoustic Guitars

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Harley Benton JA-60CC Shell Pink Set

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$226

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Seymour Duncan SH-18B Whole Lotta Humbucker

Humbucker Pickups

$169

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Harley Benton Aeolus Frost Flame w/Bag

Semiacoustic Guitars

$460

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Harley Benton Amarok-6 BKRD Quilted B Bundle

ST Style Guitars

$648

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Harley Benton Amarok-6 BKRD Quilted B w/Bag

ST Style Guitars

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Harley Benton Amarok-7 BKRD Quilted B w/Case

7 String Guitars

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7 String Guitars

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Harley Benton EX-84 Modern EMG VW w/Case

Heavy Guitars

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Heavy Guitars

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Heavy Guitars

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Harley Benton EX-84 Modern EMG BK w/Bag

Heavy Guitars

$461

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Harley Benton Fusion-III HSS Roasted w/Case

ST Style Guitars

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Harley Benton Fusion-III HSS Roasted Set

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Harley Benton Fusion-III HSS Roasted Bundle

ST Style Guitars

$466

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Valiant Guitars Jupiter Distressed Yellow

Alternative Design Guitars

$3,299

Electric Guitar, Body: Alder, Bolt-on neck: Maple, Fingerboard: Roasted...

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Ibanez SR1350B-DUF

4-String Basses

$1,539

Electric Bass, Body: African mahogany, Top: Walnut / Panga Panga / Maple, 5-Piece bolt-on neck:...

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Ibanez ALT30FM-BDB

Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars

$461

Acoustic Guitar with Pickup, Altstar Series, Style: Dreadnought with cutaway, Top: flamed maple,...

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Ibanez AF95-DA

Jazz Guitars

$736

Electric Guitar, Style: Hollowbody, Top: spruce, Back and sides: BasswooS, 3-Strip neck: Nyatoh /...

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Harley Benton JB-62CC LPB Set

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4-String J-Basses

$204

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Harley Benton Agufish Standard STD BT BK

Baritone Guitars

$549

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Harley Benton Fusion-III HH HT EB BK Bundle

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Harley Benton Fusion-III HSS Roasted Bundle

Electric Guitar Sets

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Marcus Miller V5 Alder-4 CGM

4-String J-Basses

$538

Electric Bass, Body: Alder, One-piece neck: roasted maple, Neck profile: C, Fingerboard:...

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One Control Lemon Yellow Compressor 4K

Compressor Pedals

$164

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Seymour Duncan Antiquity Jazzmaster Set

Single Coil Pickups

$435

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JHS Pedals Artificial Blonde Vibrato

Guitar Effects

$318

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Marcus Miller P8-5 WB

5-String P-Basses

$989

5-String Electric Bass, Body: Swamp Ash, Bolt-on neck: roasted maple, Fingerboard: Maple, White...

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Marcus Miller P8-5 TS

5-String P-Basses

$934

5 String Electric Bass, Swamp ash body, Bolt-on roasted maple neck, Fingerboard: Maple, White...

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Marcus Miller V8-5 TS

5-String J-Basses

$1,099

5-String Electric Bass, Body: Swamp Ash, Bolt-on neck: Roasted maple, Fingerboard: Maple, White...

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Duesenberg Alliance Series Dave Baksh

Single Cut Guitars

$3,079

Electric Guitar, Alliance Series Dave Baksh (Sum41) Signature Model, Body:...

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One Control Minimal Series MIDI DS Loop

Switch Pedals

$193

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One Control Iguana Tail Loop MKIII - 5

Switch Pedals

$230

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Marleaux Diva 4 Laurel EB

Fretless Basses

$6,379

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DAngelico Excel SS Trans Cherry

Semiacoustic Guitars

$1,704

Electric Guitar, Design: Semi-hollow with centre block and single cutaway, Back and...

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Harley Benton R-458FFB Roasted MultiScale

8 String Guitars

$274

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Fanfret Guitars

$252

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Harley Benton Custom Line N.-Steel w/Bag

Electric Guitars w/ Piezo Pickups

$351

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Meister Rubner Double Bass No.67 4/4

Solid Double Basses

$13,750

Meister Rubner Double Bass No. 67 4/4, 4/4 Double bass, Solid concert instrument in viola da gamba shape, Solid,...

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Harley Benton JA-60CC Shell Pink Set

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Valiant Guitars Jupiter Distressed Yellow

Ibanez SR1350B-DUF

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Harley Benton JB-62CC LPB Set

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Harley Benton Agufish Standard STD BT BK

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Marcus Miller V5 Alder-4 CGM

One Control Lemon Yellow Compressor 4K

Seymour Duncan Antiquity Jazzmaster Set

JHS Pedals Artificial Blonde Vibrato

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Marcus Miller P8-5 TS

Marcus Miller V8-5 TS

Duesenberg Alliance Series Dave Baksh

One Control Minimal Series MIDI DS Loop

One Control Iguana Tail Loop MKIII - 5

Marleaux Diva 4 Laurel EB

DAngelico Excel SS Trans Cherry

Harley Benton R-458FFB Roasted MultiScale

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Meister Rubner Double Bass No.67 4/4

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