The Best Bass for the All-Around Musician | Fender Player Mustang PJ Bass
My name is Cooper, and I’m not a good bass player. If you’re like me, maybe you’re a singer-songwriter or a mainly-guitar playing musician that doesn’t have enough nuance with the bass to compare to real deal bassists. I do, however, own a bass for a few reasons: mainly, if you’re writing and recording music by yourself, it’s always nice to have the bass available to lay down some simple bass lines and round out your tracks. We chose this super cool aged natural Fender Player Mustang PJ Bass as the ideal entry bass for guitar players like me– a little shorter scale, lots of tonal options (Precision and Jazz bass pickups, hence “PJ”), and the overall quality that you expect from Fender at a really reasonable price. Check out the video and let us know if you agree or if you have another suggestion for a jack-of-all-trades bass for any musician.
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Coop: I'm not really a bass player
Also Coop: shreds on bass
I wonder if a passive mini balance pot could be installed in place of the toggle? This way you could get more of a blend of the two pickups, instead of just P, J, or P/J.
i love mine. it really is worth the money, it feels and sounds excellent
I know this video is intended to show off a bass that is good for guitar players and beginners, but don't think of it as a toy or "beginner bass". Short scale basses can get tones that you can't get from full-scale basses. I started on a short scale Fender Musicman in the 80's & now have several P & J basses. There are times in the studio when the tone of a short scale bass sits better in the mix. Every bass player should have one. – I'm looking for a modern one so I can retire my '76 Musicman. (And the price is 1/3 of what I've paid for my P-basses! )
I've been playing bass for over 40 years. I recently changed my JB Am Standard for the one in the video. Great tone and very very easy to play.
I usually play a p bass. Just ordered this exact bass model. Can't wait for it to arrive. I had a Hofner bb bass and loved the short scale but for me the string tension was odd and hard for me to adjust to. I'm hoping this is different. I've never played a mustang before so I'm excited/nervous. This video was so chill I now and more excited than nervous. Thanks ????
I own the bass featured here. After 30-plus years on both 34 and 35 inch scale basses I believe bass players have it backwards: 30 inch scale should be standard, play longer scale if you're quite tall or have large hands. I love this instrument.
PJ barf
I've played long scale P and J type basses for 50+ years, and recently changed to a Mustang identical to the one Cooper is playing here. My hands are on the small side anyway, but recently I've developed a dupuytrens contracture in my left hand as well as a bit of arthritis which makes stretching that bit harder. Making the switch to a short scale and fitting flatwound strings has made all the difference! I can play comfortably again, and I get a great range of usable tones from the P/J pickups, playing through a Fender Rumble combo. Plenty of punch, plenty of bottom end and the tones sit really well in the mix. My only slight gripe is that I've been used to playing a J which allows you to blend the pickups, whereas with the Mustang the volume control affects both pickups, so it's either the P, the J, or both together, but by backing off the volume and/or the a little it increases the range of available tones. In short, I love this bass, and I've since bought a Squier CV model, which has a thump and twang not unlike a Precision.
The section labeled "intro" is 60% of the video… :D. Great info though.
why do bass companies make bass guitars so heavy and big???
Love my Mustang bass. Unless it's for recording direct to DAW, could be worth getting a Squier or Sire over a Fender Player. Then spending more on the amp and especially cab. At the lower end, a $300-400 bass can be plenty good enough, with these, Sire Marcus Miller V5/P5/P5R or Ibanez. But for a satisfying sound, especially for rehearsal or even a small pub gig, I'm not convinced by the amps around $300. Rumble 100 is ok, at an absolute minimum. But for someone looking to start out with a serviceable bass rig, and a budget of say $1000 – a Sire/Ibanez/Squier with a Rumble 200, or better yet Ampeg RB-210, Markbass CMD JB Players, or even MicroVR or the Venture V3 with an SVT-210 would be better than a Player with a smaller, weaker 1×10/1×12, sub 100w combo. With a Squier, Sire, Ibanez, can get started cheaper. Then save up money, to later pay for a great setup, and on re-wiring, switching out pots, electronics, maybe pickups like Lollar or Novak. Maybe getting a nice but affordable optical compressor that has tone control, and can blend dry/wet and also give a healthy boost. Something like the Keeley Compressor Plus. Would be a nicer sounding rig, where the amp could last. And could closer to Vintera spec and skip the middle of the road, slightly overpriced Player series.
Better than a Precision? Ah I don’t think so
I know you are selling a product, and I know this video is 3+ years old, but for anyone reading comments I'd recommend the Sire Marcus Miller U5. Much cheaper and, in my opinion, better sounds (and nicer colours!) ????
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Thank you! This was very helpful. I am a guitar player wanting to play bass in another band. Everything you said makes perfect sense..
You said they are only $650, I can't find one new for less than $800
this one isnt only for guitar players that would like a bass too. its an amazing bass for bass player too. i love short scales more than regular scale and the mustang is in my top 3
Long time bass player here. Kudos for not using a pick. Nice thing about a short scale is the lesser string tension here. Easier to fret a note for a beginner. I own one short scale bass and it has a beautiful tone. Im a big guy, though, and I feel like a circus bear playing a tiny guitar when I play it. They definitely hold some magic for the right set of fingers…..
The problem with these reviews is they think experienced bassists might like short scale basses because they feel and sound different from long scale. Don't be so conceited Guitarists, it's not always about you..
I like this bass, but is it possible to get a very deep low tone with this one? It always seems that there is this extra treble everywhere on the neck
Awesome! Just the video I needed. I'm a guitarist, but I recently bought a peewee acoustic bass for my daughter and I looking to get a bass for myself.
Love mine
On the fence about getting one
Just do it
I do love my Squire Bass VI. Once set up correctly its great for guitar players but a bit of a niche. The mustang is the better bass but the VI is such a unique and versatile instrument
I have played bass since the '70s (and guitar since the 60s). For me, it'll always be the Mustang. I currently play the Mustang PJ and it's awesome!
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Don’t sweat the small shit. Six stings are harder than 4. That’s why I’m a guitar player who loves bass!!
Came here bc I’m shopping for a new bass, but let me just say that this man has a BEAUTIFUL head of hair. Wow. So flowy.
I’m a bassist, and I’m now using a Mustang after many years of playing a P-bass. It’s a comfortable bass to play, and it puts out great tone.
Was this 90% talking? Just checking.