Usually $180, seems like $85 is a good deal from guitar center for a short scale bass guitar. I've heard of some QC issues along with low output from the passive pickups, but for $85 you can't expect too much!
https://www.guitarcenter.com/Mitc...0281295.gc
-30" scale length for optimal string tension and easy playability
-Compact and highly contoured body for comfortable playing
-Forearm bevel for improved ergonomics
-Right-sized neck profile increases playing comfort
-Dual-split and single-coil pickups for a wide variety of tones
-Two Volume controls with a Master Tone control
-Two-way truss rod provides precise adjustments for optimal string action
-Includes premium D'Addario EXL170 (45-100) strings
Body
Construction: Short-scale Bass
Body wood: Basswood
Body finish: Charcoal Satin or Orange Gloss, Powder Blue Gloss
Orientation: Right handed
Neck
Shape: Shallow D shape
Wood: Rock Maple
Neck joint: Bolt-on
Scale length: 30"
Truss rod: Dual-adjustment
Finish: Satin
Fretboard
Radius: 16"
Fret size: Jumbo
Number of frets: 21
Inlays: Oval inlays
Nut width: 1.652" (42 m)
Pickups
Active or passive pickups: Passive
Pickup configuration: Dual-split coil + Single Coil
Controls
Control layout: Volume 1, Volume 2, Master Tone
Hardware
Bridge type: Adjustable
Bridge design: Top load
Tuning machines: Die-cast
Color: Chrome
Other
Number of strings: 4
Strings: Premium D'Addario EXL170 (45-100) strings
Pickguard: No
Case: Sold separately
Country of origin: China
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TLDR:
Standard electric basses are bigger (longer necks and bodies). These are about the same neck length as electric guitars, so short scale basses are extremely easy to transition to.
This bass would be good for:
* younger/smaller players
* those who started on electric guitar and just want a cheap fun bass to learn on
* folks just getting started and who may or may not stick with the instrument
* good bass players who simply want a more portable backup option.
The main downside of starting on a short scale bass is you'll get used to the smaller size, so you'll always want to play on a short scale bass. That means you'll probably need to bring your bass around when you want to play. Lots of venues and schools have full size electric basses available to use. (so from this perspective, if you don't like bringing your bass around and for maximum versatility, you'll want to get started or get used to a full size electric bass).
Short scale basses generally have a little bit of a different tone (something about the tension of the strings), so you'll probably have another unique thing going on to make you stand out.
For what it's worth, any number of well known bands had bass players who preferred short scale basses - to name a few, the Beatles (Paul McCartney!), Rolling Stones, Cream, Bruce Springstein's E Street Band, Radiohead.
Main budget competition (let's say $250 or less):
Jackson Minion
Ibanez Mikro
Ibanez Talman TMB30
Fender Bronco
Squier Mini Precision Bass
Dean Evo X
At under $100 there is no competition.
Mitchell is a Guitar Center brand, but in my experience they're decent stuff, especially for the price.
TLDR:
Standard electric basses are bigger (longer necks and bodies). These are about the same neck length as electric guitars, so short scale basses are extremely easy to transition to.
This bass would be good for:
* younger/smaller players
* those who started on electric guitar and just want a cheap fun bass to learn on
* folks just getting started and who may or may not stick with the instrument
* good bass players who simply want a more portable backup option.
The main downside of starting on a short scale bass is you'll get used to the smaller size, so you'll always want to play on a short scale bass. That means you'll probably need to bring your bass around when you want to play. Lots of venues and schools have full size electric basses available to use. (so from this perspective, if you don't like bringing your bass around and for maximum versatility, you'll want to get started or get used to a full size electric bass).
Short scale basses generally have a little bit of a different tone (something about the tension of the strings), so you'll probably have another unique thing going on to make you stand out.
For what it's worth, any number of well known bands had bass players who preferred short scale basses - to name a few, the Beatles (Paul McCartney!), Rolling Stones, Cream, Bruce Springstein's E Street Band, Radiohead.
Main budget competition (let's say $250 or less):
Jackson Minion
Ibanez Mikro
Ibanez Talman TMB30
Fender Bronco
Squier Mini Precision Bass
Dean Evo X
At under $100 there is no competition.
Mitchell is a Guitar Center brand, but in my experience they're decent stuff, especially for the price.
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I guess not really. Just search Rogue basses.
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