Bass guitar
Lay down the low notes on four strings, locking in with the drums to drive a song.
Bass guitar
- To start
- $200
- Each month
- Nothing
- Time
- 3 hours a week
- Sessions
- 20 minutes or more
- Where
- At home
- Who with
- On your own
Is it for you?
- It has a steady rhythm you can sink into.
- You could spend a lifetime getting better.
- It's hands-on from start to finish.
- It asks almost nothing of your body.
You’ll like it if
- You want to get really good at something
- You want to switch off
- You want to build something of your own
Maybe not if
- You want to spend very little to start
- You want a workout
- You want something fast and exciting
What it feels like
Bass guitarAverage performance hobbyCalm
Company
Physical effort
Creative freedom
Brainwork
Hands-on
Outdoors
Quick wins
$200Costs more to start than 89% of hobbies
NothingAll of the cost is upfront
$200About $1 an hour at 3 hours a week
Before you buy
Borrow from a friend or buy second-hand first. Upgrade once you know you will keep going.
Your first session
Play root notes on the bottom two strings along to a favourite song, locking in with the kick drum.
20 minutes or moreAt homeEasy to start
Questions
How much does bass guitar cost to start?
About $200 if you rent or borrow where people usually do, and nothing each month after that.
How much time does bass guitar take?
About 3 hours a week to enjoy it and get better, in sessions of 20 minutes or more.
Can I do bass guitar at home?
Yes. Needs a table or a corner.
Is bass guitar good for beginners?
Yes. It is easy to start as a complete beginner. A good first session: Play root notes on the bottom two strings along to a favourite song, locking in with the kick drum.
Do I need other people for bass guitar?
No. It works fine on your own.