<s>[INST] Is playing bass easier than playing guitar? [/INST] Bass isn't necessarily easier to play than guitar as they requires a different knowledge base and skill set. But generally bass is easier to learn than a guitar because it only has four strings rather than six. The bass is also typically played at a lower volume than a guitar, making it easier to hear the notes you are playing.</s>\ <s>[INST] What type of bass should I buy if I want to learn for the first time? Or should I do something other than buying one? [/INST] 