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- noun A stringed
musical instrument tuned to produce bass or low notes, usually with afretted fingerboard and 4, 5 or 6strings .
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- noun the guitar with six strings that has the lowest pitch
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shreddoggie commented on the word bass guitar
Although BASS GUITAR is commonly used - ELECTRIC BASS is more accurate, correct, and preferred by professionals.
February 13, 2013
ruzuzu commented on the word bass guitar
When I see "electric bass," I immediately think of Big Mouth Billy Bass--but I think he ran on batteries.
February 13, 2013