Bass Guitars on The Exchange

4-string, 5-string, fretless, and acoustic basses — every listing reviewed.

Available Now

$1,799

Avg. Price

$1,799 – $1,799

Price Range

All Bass Guitars 4-String Bass Guitars (1) 5-String or More Bass Guitars Acoustic Bass Guitars Fretless Basses Short Scale Basses Active Bass Guitars Left-Handed Bass Guitars

Buying Guide: Bass Guitars

Bass guitars take more physical punishment than most instruments — heavier strings, bigger frets, and longer scale lengths. Our condition assessment covers fret wear, neck stability, electronics, and finish condition.

Neck Stability is Critical

Bass necks deal with significant string tension. Check that the truss rod works and the neck is straight. Multi-bolt and graphite-reinforced necks offer better stability.

Active vs. Passive Electronics

Active basses (with onboard preamp) offer more tonal flexibility and hotter output. Passive basses are simpler and have a classic tone. Many modern basses offer switchable active/passive modes.

Scale Length Affects Feel

34" is standard, 35" provides tighter low-B on 5-strings, 30" short scale is easier to play. Choose based on your playing style and hand size.

Price Guide: What to Expect

Budget

$150 – $500

Squier, Ibanez, Yamaha entry models.

Mid-Range

$500 – $2,000

American Fender, Music Man, Warwick.

Premium

$2,000 – $8,000+

Custom Shop, Fodera, Sadowsky, vintage.

Available Bass Guitars

Fender American Vintage II 1963 Precision Bass

Excellent 4-String Bass Guitars

$1,799.00

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