Materials:
1. Body and Neck:
- Bass Guitar Body Wood (Mahogany, Ash, Alder): $50 - $150
- Neck Wood (Maple, Mahogany): $50 - $100
2. Truss Rod and Neck Reinforcement:
- Truss Rod: $20 - $40
- Steel Reinforcement Rod: $10 - $20
3. Fretboard and Frets:
- Fretboard Wood (Ebony, Rosewood): $30 - $80
- Frets: $20 - $30
4. Hardware:
- Bridge and Tailpiece: $30 - $100
- Tuning Machines (Set of 4): $20 - $50
- Strap Buttons: $5 - $10
- Control Knobs: $5 - $10
- Output Jack: $5 - $10
5. Electronics:
- Pickups (2): $50 - $150
- Potentiometers (Volume, Tone): $10 - $30
- Capacitors: $5 - $10
- Wiring and Solder: $10 - $15
6. Strings and Accessories:
- Bass Guitar Strings: $15 - $40
- Guitar Cable: $10 - $20
7. Finishing (optional):
- Sandpaper: $10 - $20
- Wood Stain/Paint: $15 - $30
- Clear Coat Finish: $15 - $30
8. Tools:
- Basic woodworking tools (saw, drill, sandpaper): $50 - $150 (if you don't already own them)
Total Estimated Cost: $350 - $900
Remember, these are approximate costs and can vary depending on the specific materials and components you choose. Additionally, if you need to purchase specialized tools, the cost can increase. However, building your own bass guitar can still be more affordable compared to buying a new one from a store.