I had a Bass Man years ago , when that Bass first came out , who bought one , the only thing i ever heard him say bad about it was , it was hard to Hold after playing a Fender Precision for years .... I played IN , and Built Several Nightclub working Bands , played for a Living for several years from early 70's to 2003 . and I taught Guitar , Banjo , Bass covering close to 20 years too . I always really thought a true Musician needs no lessons . the best Musicians i've ever known or played with was self taught . the best advice I could give anyone is listen to the music and play what feels good , it will come to you , but Never try to Copy anyone . thats just a little advice , not that I know everything , far from it . good luck ! :hi: