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Hey there everyone. Been shopping around for my first bass, which will probably be nothing compared to what I've seen around these boards, and I'm still saving up (getting a summer job too) but nonetheless here is my inquiry: A friend from school offered to sell me a used 5-string Fender Jazz for ~$200 USD (listed as $550+ where I've seen), but ive been discouraged from starting with a five-string by several people, and I just admire a four-string instrument moar, especially since the 5 string Fenders just have a tuner sticking out the front, unless im being cheated and its a squire jazz What does basschat recommend? (will soon be receiving pics of aforementioned bass, to be posted then) EDIT: also, been playing with some basses recently and have decided its more appealing than guitar, anyone else got started that way? (and yes, i know its prospective)