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Ernie Ball 2838 Slinky 6 String Bass Guitar Strings
$34.99Ernie Ball Slinky 6-string Bass Guitar Strings are nickel, roundwound strings that sound great and feel fantastic. Individual Gauges; .032, .045, .065, .080, .100, .130....h m s
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Ernie Ball Short Scale Flatwound Bass Guitar Strings Set
$44.99Ernie Ball’s Flatwound Bass strings feature a polished stainless steel ribbon winding for a smooth, glass-like feel, and a rich, warm tone that’s perfect for a wide range of genres. Precision wound with our custom r... -
Dunlop DBHYN45105 Hybrid Nickel Bass Strings
$22.99Dual Dynamic Hybrid Nickel Bass Strings taps into the unique sound and feel of both nickel and steel with a nickel outer winding that provides a big, punchy low end and an inner steel winding that puts your groove f...h m s
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Ernie Ball P02731 Power Slinky Cobalt Electric Bass Strings
$39.99The Ernie Ball P02731 Cobalt Slinky Electric Bass Guitar Strings provide an extended dynamic range, incredible harmonic response, increased low end, and crisp, clear highs. Cobalt provides a stronger magnetic relati...h m s
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Ernie Ball P02733 Hybrid Slinky Cobalt Electric Bass Strings
$39.99The Ernie Ball P02733 Cobalt Slinky Electric Bass Guitar Strings provide an extended dynamic range, incredible harmonic response, increased low end, and crisp, clear highs. Cobalt provides a stronger magnetic relati...h m s
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D'Addario NYXL45125 5 String Bass Set Long Scale
$34.99D'Addario's NYXL electric bass string sets feature the innovative combination of NYXL nickel-plated wrap wire wound on our NY Steel core for expanded dynamic range and harmonic response. NYXL45125 provides 5-string ...h m s
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Hal Leonard Book and CD Bass Method 1
$9.95Learn How to Play Bass Guitar! The Hal Leonard Bass Method is designed for anyone just learning to play electric bass. It is based on years of teaching bass students of all ages, and it also reflects some of the ...h m s
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Darco D9705 5-String Electric Bass Strings
$20.99Superbly quality string, the Darco 5-string electric bass guitar strings are meticulously constructed of authentic nickel and steel that allows bass players to keep a spare set of strings in their gig bag, studio or...h m s
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DR Strings Pure Blues Bass Guitar Strings
$26.99PURE BLUES bass strings combine a fat, warm punch with an edge especially designed for the modern bass player. By combining a new and unique Quantum-Nickel with the highest possible standard in winding techniques, P...h m s
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Ernie Ball Regular Slinky Nickel Wound Short Scale Bass Strings
$21.99Ernie Ball Nickel Wound Short Scale Electric Bass Strings are made from nickel plated steel wrapped around a hex shaped steel core wire. Each bass guitar string produces a bright, balanced tone. Designed to fit 30.5...h m s
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DR Strings MH45 Lo Rider Bass Strings
$25.99Lo-Rider stainless steel bass strings are round wound and constructed upon a hexagonal core. They provide more depth of tone, and are a bit stiffer than Hi-Beams. Bass players who are into slapping, popping, and tap...h m s
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D'Addario EXL156 XL Nickel Wound Fender Bass VI Strings
$18.99The DAddario EXL156 Nickel Wound Fender Bass VI Strings are custom designed for the Fender Bass VI, which is tuned to E, an octave below a guitar in standard tuning. Each string is designed to bass scale lengths a...h m s
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For players who love staying unplugged, we have acoustic bass guitars that bring warmth and depth without the need for an amp. Perfect for intimate sessions, acoustic gigs, or just practicing without waking the neighbors, these basses keep things simple but still pack a punch.
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The classic. A 4-string bass guitar is the foundation of rock, funk, blues, and basically every type of music in between. AMS stocks everything from Fender Precision and Jazz models to sleek Ibanez designs, giving you that tried-and-true range every bassist should own.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bass Guitars
Got questions about finding the right bass guitar? You’re not the only one. Here are some quick answers to help you get started and keep your groove tight.
Are acoustic bass guitars loud enough without an amp?
They’ll project more than an unplugged electric, but usually not enough for a band setting. Most players still plug their acoustic bass guitar into an amp for gigs.
How often should I change bass strings?
If you play a lot, every few months keeps your tone fresh. If you like a darker, more mellow sound, you can stretch it longer.
Do I need an amp to play a bass guitar at home?
Technically no, but without an amp you’ll barely hear the low end. Even a small practice amp will let your bass shine and make your practice sessions feel way more legit.
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