There is a ''popular saying'' that Bass players are frustrated guitar players ... and that's a lie! It's a whole different instrument and playing Bass like a guitar player will get your face punched! .. Having said this.. I'm kind of a frustrated bass player! hahaha , I always jump in on the Bass playing side when there is no one to fill in the spot, I love the challenge of locking in with the drummer and help the rhythm section move forward. I'm saving for a 5 string bass , on the not so expensive side... any suggestions?