* Known for its warm, thick, and punchy sound
* Precision basses are often used in jazz, blues, rock, and country music
* Notable players: James Jamerson, Carol Kaye, John Paul Jones
2. Fender Jazz Bass
* Similar to the Precision Bass, but with a brighter and more articulate sound
* Jazz basses are often used in jazz, fusion, and funk music
* Notable players: Jaco Pastorius, Marcus Miller, Flea
3. Gibson EB-2D
* A hollowbody bass with a deep, resonant sound
* EB-2Ds are often used in jazz, blues, and rock music
* Notable players: Jack Bruce, Phil Lesh, Mike Watt
4. Rickenbacker 4003
* A semi-hollowbody bass with a bright and twangy sound
* Rickenbacker 4003s are often used in rock, punk, and pop music
* Notable players: Paul McCartney, Geddy Lee, Cliff Burton
5. Alembic Stanley Clarke Signature Bass
* A custom-made bass with a wide range of tones
* Alembic Stanley Clarke Signature Basses are often used in jazz, fusion, and funk music
* Notable players: Stanley Clarke, Victor Wooten, Larry Graham
6. Warwick Streamer Stage I
* A German-made bass with a powerful and aggressive sound
* Warwick Streamer Stage Is are often used in rock, metal, and hard rock music
* Notable players: John Myung, Steve Harris, Billy Sheehan
7. Dingwall Combustion 5-String Bass
* A Canadian-made bass with an extended range and a tight, low end
* Dingwall Combustion 5-String Basses are often used in jazz, fusion, and progressive rock music
* Notable players: Lee Sklar, Doug Wimbish, Matt Garrison
8. Yamaha BB734A Bass
* A Japanese-made bass with a versatile sound and a great price
* Yamaha BB734A Basses are often used in a variety of genres, including rock, pop, blues, and jazz
* Notable players: Nathan East, John Patitucci, Jaco Pastorius