is this bass set good for a beginner

[kingkongbundy13]

hey im thinking about getting into bass and found this set:https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B097G2ZT9T/ref=ewc_pr_img_1?smid=A3DWYIK6Y9EEQB&psc=1
kinda expensive but looks like it comes with a lot

 

[Oddly]

A very decent bass and starter amp for sure.
The amp will certainly do for home practice, maybe jamming with a guitarist, but you'll need bigger if you stick with it long enough to deal with drummers.
Not sure where you are (guessing Canada, from the amazon link) but if you can get to a music store like Long&McQuade to check a few basses out you won't regret it.

 

[turf3]

That's not expensive.

My double bass cost me about $4000 and the bow just under $1000, and it's considered a "good student instrument".

 

[Old Garage-Bander]

hey im thinking about getting into bass and found this set:https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B097G2ZT9T/ref=ewc_pr_img_1?smid=A3DWYIK6Y9EEQB&psc=1
kinda expensive but looks like it comes with a lot

Hi KKB... welcome to TB.
You might want to do a little more looking/research. These all in one kits are often the lowest denominator of gear. The amp is not so much the problem. What would concern me is playability issues of this bass. The biggest reason people don't stick with this is that a lesser built bass can be harder to play and lead to newbie frustration. There are several levels within the Squier bass line. The suggestion to go someplace and try a few first is a very good one.
I'm not sure how well these are setup. And the bass setup is as important as the bass itself for playability. Once you had hands on, you might find that this one can suit your purposes as a beginner.

Don't rule out used gear. You could end up with something better and stay within that budget.

 

[Old Garage-Bander]

That's not expensive.

My double bass cost me about $4000 and the bow just under $1000, and it's considered a "good student instrument".

Kinda apples and oranges to compare a DB against an electric like this. Now if you said my Fender yadda yadda yadda P-bass cost 4 grand and the amp was $1000... you see where I'm going? What we each consider expensive is subjective.
Just trying to help the newbie to not get bogged down with info about buying a motor boat when he's just looking to go tubing.

 

[CallMeAl]

Yup! Those basses are great, especially the past few years. I could easily buy one and rock it for a backup. May not be your last bass but could indeed get you going.

The amp you’ll outgrow pretty quick, if you want to play with folks or crank up the volume. But I think they sound good in the headphones and fine for quiet apartment practicing.

happy thumping!

 

[CallMeAl]

What would concern me is playability issues of this bass…. I'm not sure how well these are setup. And the bass setup is as important as the bass itself for playability.

This brings up a good point. My local guitar shop almost always has one of these in stock. I can’t speak for one coming from Amazon, but I know that they can be setup well. Every one I tried had good fret finishing, and impressive overall.

And setup is a process you (OP) should familiarize yourself with. These instruments are wood and wire, and require micro (or macro) adjustments as they shift with seasonal, temperature and humidity changes. Best if you can afford to go to a guitar store the first time, and get it done (and ideally watch.) but it’s pretty simple and eventually you can do it yourself.
ALL BASIC SETUP QUESTIONS ANSWERED HERE

 

[jd56hawk]

It will get the job done, but...

 

[Marc DLarosa]

This sort of question, is why I started THIS thread.

Hey "Newbies"...

Although... it got derailed, and ignored, like... RIGHT AWAY.
Just trying to be helpful.

Peace,
Marc

 

[GreyBeard]

It is OK

 

[Bass V]

do you have it yet?
that pax will get you going, it's good and can be shipped fast. get to playing / learning asap.

 

[Cloudspine]

If you think its pricey both practice amp and bass you should be able to pick up for around 60% of the price buying used and its more likely to be set up to play. I have never bought new gear and i dont intend to start.

For the same price used you could get better gear, too.

 

[godofthunder59]

The new Squier Affinity series are very good instruments. I have a pretty large vintage collection and I bought a 2021 Affinity Precision and am thoroughly impressed with it. Highly recommend.

 

[Reedt2000]

It's a good starter setup, but not a good price. Sweetwater has em:

Squier Affinity Series Precision Bass PJ Pack Black with Maple Fingerboard

With these starter kits, and inexpensive basses and guitars in general, there is an element of risk that the bass might have issues from needing minor adjustments to needing fretwork, more of a risk than with more expensive options anyway. For this reason buying from a place that can adjust it for you, and where you can get your hands on it to see how it feels before you commit is a good idea. At the least make sure you have a relatively easy return process.

 

[sylvanbass]

Better than what I started with. My first bass didn't even have a name. Was probably a silvertone equivalent. First amp was a Crate 110 combo, that actually had wood sides like a crate. My parents didn't think I would stick with it and spent maybe $100 on the whole getup. I was only 12. I am on year 32 now of playing, and prices only went up lol.

 

[Lesfunk]

It’s cheaper here
Squier Affinity PJ Bass Pack with Fender Rumble 15G Amp

 

[Jeremy Crockett]

It’s cheaper here
Squier Affinity PJ Bass Pack with Fender Rumble 15G Amp

That's the very pack that got me back into playing after about a 17-year "hiatus". There were zero fret issues, and all it needed was a competent set-up. The Brownburst finish, I thought, was really quite beautiful.

I think the OP would be well served with this.

 

[DJ Bebop]

It's a good starter setup, but not a good price. Sweetwater has em:

Squier Affinity Series Precision Bass PJ Pack Black with Maple Fingerboard

With these starter kits, and inexpensive basses and guitars in general, there is an element of risk that the bass might have issues from needing minor adjustments to needing fretwork, more of a risk than with more expensive options anyway. For this reason buying from a place that can adjust it for you, and where you can get your hands on it to see how it feels before you commit is a good idea. At the least make sure you have a relatively easy return process.

He might be in Canada, so...

 

[Dust2Dust]

Welcome to TB

I've got a Squier Affinity Jazz bass, and 2 Squier Affinity Jaguar basses, and I reach for those just as often than my more expensive basses.

I got them from Sweetwater.
You can't go wrong with them.

 

[TheSeagoats]

Kinda apples and oranges to compare a DB against an electric like this.

Yeah, it's almost like Talkbass planned for this and separated the bass guitar forums from the double bass forums, people coming in and posting unhelpful replies like that is essentially gatekeeping in my opinion. "A $400 bass guitar isn't expensive, my $4000 upright bass is cheap!" just makes someone think they can't afford to buy an instrument and discourages them from taking the step to actually start playing.

KingKong, the link you posted is the Canadian equivalent cost of the same package deal in the US, it's a good deal in my opinion and will easily carry you through the initial learning stages of your journey. You could easily use that bass for your entire career if you wanted to, I have a Squier Affinity bass that I upgraded and will never part with. When you're looking to join a band you may need a louder amp but that isn't something you should take into account until you have a solid footing with the instrument.