The Short Scale Bass Appreciation Society!

[Stub Mandrel]

None of those is a bad choice.

Shïte basses are pretty much a thing of the past.

[martthebass]

Out of those I’d probably go with the Mustang…it’s logical if you’re looking at a JMJ or Jap Mustang upgrade path.

[Stub Mandrel]

Me... I  enjoy having basses that (in general) feel and sound distinct from each other so not a Squier Mustang if a Fender Mustang is in the future.

 

Plus, check out all the videos of young kids shredding on 34" scale basses. Small build is not a valid reason to choose short scale, there are other more compelling reasons. 

[bassist_lewis]

10 hours ago, Linus27 said:

Hey everyone,

My 17 year old daughter has decided that she wants to learn to play bass. This obviously excites me as my son already plays Jazz piano and so I am very happy she has chosen bass. She does however have short arms as we've discovered from 5 years of karting and needing a variety of seat inserts. So a short scale is on the cards. Before justifying my man maths and going head first into either a Japanese Fender Mustang or a JMJ Mustang, I'm considering a starter bass for her. My choices are,

 

Squier Bronco

Harley Benton Mustang Copy

MarkBass Little Yellow

Squier Classic Vibe Mustang

 

Each one has differing price ranges so just asking for thoughts and opinions and any clear winners. Thanks in advance.

For the money, Broncos are great. In the event she changes her mind you haven't shelled out too much. On the other hand, if you get the Squier CV and she gives up you've got yourself a pretty nice new bass!