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Captain Organ
Sep 9, 2004
cooter. snooper.

thegloaming posted:

What then, would be the benefits of a P-bass over a J-bass? Would it be suitable for larger group playing environments?

EDIT: Also, a friend is telling me he has heard that Mexican Fenders have lackluster bridges. Is this true?

The only real tangible difference between the two until you start really developing a unique sound (which is nothing you need to worry about anytime soon) is the neck size and shape. P-basses are (generally) thicker, with wider spaced strings, and j basses are (generally) slimmer and with less heft in the neck. At least with fender models.

And I'm definitely agreeing with agreed (zing) about getting a real amp right off the bat. DONT BUY A lovely PARCTICE AMP BECAUSE YOU WILL NOT PRACTICE WITH IT. especially if you blow it up 10 minutes after plugging in for the first time. Check Craigslist, check Ebay (there are actually a few old peavey combos on there right now for pretty reasonable prices) etc.

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Captain Organ
Sep 9, 2004
cooter. snooper.

thegloaming posted:

EDIT: Just to be sure, it's recommended that I go with a 4-string as opposed to a 5, right?

4 string. 5+ is for nerds :colbert:

Captain Organ
Sep 9, 2004
cooter. snooper.
Congratulations! you will most likely be very happy with that setup for a long time to come.

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