Thanks to everyone who replied.I ended up buying an SX Jazz clone. Maple neck and fretboard and clear coated ash body. She's a beaut! I gathered that ...

I think that Behringer Bass amp will be good and loud for a returning beginner. My question is - Exactly where is you price range for the bass? I sa...

Back in the day, I used a pick for the real simple lines (I mean, we're talking about Sex Pistols here). Most of the time I use my fingers.