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  • noun A stringed musical instrument tuned to produce bass or low notes, usually with a fretted fingerboard and 4, 5 or 6 strings.

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  • noun the guitar with six strings that has the lowest pitch

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  • Although BASS GUITAR is commonly used - ELECTRIC BASS is more accurate, correct, and preferred by professionals.

    February 13, 2013

  • When I see "electric bass," I immediately think of Big Mouth Billy Bass--but I think he ran on batteries.

    February 13, 2013