Best Bass Guitars Under $300 - A Step Up in Quality

Last Updated: May-07-2019 It was time we revisited this article and we are glad we did - loads had changed in the sub-$300 market! We ditched the Rogue VB100 and added two cool new basses. First came the 'just for girls' Daisy Rock Candy Bass, while we also saw the arrival of the Dean V Metalman.

In our article on the best basses under $200, we highlighted some of the best cheap and cheerful bass guitars on the market today. In this article, we take a step up the ladder and push your budget a little further. Welcome to the $300 region! Here, the selection of basses you can find becomes a lot more flexible in terms of design and features. The models we have listed here represent a great cross-section of different styles, but all of them are similar in that they offer a solid core performance. So, whether you are a beginner who wants to buy something in the category above the entry-level range, or a more experienced bassist looking for a second bass, these instruments will be a great fit.

Top 7 Best Bass Guitars Under $300:

Who Buys a Bass Under $300?

Good question! However, the answer is pretty much ‘everybody’. Ultimately a $300 bass guitar is not too different from an entry-level model, although it will sport noticeable improvements. While we are still quite a way from midrange, this level offers more choice in design, so you can comfortably go for something more modern or more vintage, depending on your style. Pickups still tend to be as basic as lower-priced models, but you will find more advanced control options as well as better bridges. With this in mind, you can see why a $300 bass would appeal to everybody. Beginners looking for something with higher quality than an entry-level bass would be right at home in this category. Meanwhile, experienced bassists can end up with a great instrument to leave around the house or studio for practice or spontaneous playing sessions.

The Final Word

There we have it – a handful of excellent bass guitars that come in at $300 or less. As you will have seen, the basses we have selected vary in style, but all show off good playability, tone and value. If you’re looking for your first bass guitar, be sure to browse cheaper price ranges too, or even browse bass guitars in the slightly more expensive $500 range – there may be something in your budget that offers a huge step up in terms of design, sound quality and playability. Whatever you decide to go for, good luck with your next bass adventure and we’ll see you soon!