I'm reminiscing now, but I'll never forget the gig I covered Shabba Rank's Mr Loverman at Oud Night... the audience literally had tears in their eyes.
Quite, quite moving...
I'd buy the £79 Yamaha (providing it's not knackered). Plenty of time to get used to it & then decide if you want to get something a bit more expensive or particular. I've got a Yamaha & it's extremely well made and playable, so I can recommend.
New Bass Day is exciting - don't forget to post pictures of whatever you decide on.
Good luck!
Now that is stunning!
Erm... LeftyP, I may be jumping to conclusions, but it don't appear to be a lefty?
Still, Santa has been very kind, you lucky, lucky thing!