Budding Bassists Deserve the Spotlight



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Every year, as the festive season approaches and the world slips into that shimmering soft-focus glow, families across Ireland begin the great Christmas conundrum:

“What instrument should we get them?”

Now, the obvious answer for many is “a guitar”, and that’s lovely, honestly. 

But this year, allow me to nudge you gently — happily — powerfully — toward a different path. Because somewhere between the guitars screaming for attention and the drum kits rattling in the corner, there lies an instrument with effortless swagger, deep musical magic, and unbelievable beginner friendliness.

This is the year of the bass guitar.

The bass is the foundation, the glue, the heartbeat — the instrument that quietly controls the entire emotional architecture of a song. And for many beginners (especially those starting with zero experience), bass is actually a far easier, more forgiving, and more exciting place to begin.

It sounds good early. It feels cool immediately. And it gives new players a chance to participate in music with confidence, groove and momentum.

And if someone in your world is ready to step onto that low-end path, there is one beginner bass that continually rises above the rest, in price, playability, build quality and pure joy:


The Jet JJB-300.

Let’s talk about why.




Why Bass Might Be the Coolest Beginner Instrument

Guitarists get the spotlight, the solos, the glamorous poses — but bassists get the power. They are a vital component of the rhythm section. They are integral to the groove. They are the bridge between melody and rhythm, and they shape the emotional space underneath every chord.

There’s something wonderfully understated about the bassist’s role, too. They don’t have to dive across the stage or shred for seven and a half minutes straight. Instead, they lean back, settle in, and let one note reframe the entire room.

For beginners, this feels incredibly welcoming. With just a handful of notes and a bit of rhythm, a new player can suddenly sound full, musical, and purposeful. The barrier to entry is low, yet the potential to grow is huge. And unlike many beginners who battle with sore fingers on guitar for the first month, bassists often feel at home within a few days.

It is, just cool.




Why Jet Basses Are Taking Over Ireland’s Beginner Scene

Jet Guitars have quickly become one of Europe's most respected beginner brands because they do something very few companies get right: They make affordable instruments that feel like professional instruments.

The Jet JJB-300 Series is the perfect example of this. It is a beginner bass with the heart and confidence of a far more expensive instrument. Everything about it — the neck shape, the finish, the weight, the pickups — makes playing feel inviting, comfortable and surprisingly addictive.

What makes the JJB-300 so special:

  • The neck: Smooth, slim, and effortless to play, it encourages longer practice without fatigue. New bassists immediately notice how comfortable it feels.
  • The pickups: Warm, punchy Alnico tones that work for absolutely anything: rock, pop, funk, indie, metal, trad sessions with a twist — you name it, the JJB-300 handles it.
  • The body: Balanced and lightweight, making it ideal for younger players, beginners, or anyone who wants a bass that won’t feel like a plank of oak after 20 minutes.
  • The finish options: This is where Jet really shines. Whether it’s classic black, vintage tones, or soft retro colours, every finish looks far pricier than the instrument actually is.

This is the kind of bass that makes beginners want to practice simply because the instrument feels that good in their hands. And for parents looking for a first instrument that won’t frustrate their child, Jet is a dream.

Check them out HERE.



The Jet Guitars JJB-300 Series are incredible. Check them out in Musicmaker today.




Upgrade Your Bass with the Musicmaker Bass Promo Pack

Once the bass is chosen, the next question is what else you need to actually begin. And this is where a lot of first-time players (and parents buying for them) get caught out. There’s the gig bag, the strap, the cable, the picks — the bits that often get forgotten until the last minute.

The Musicmaker Bass Guitar Promo Pack solves all of that in one tidy sweep.

Inside, you get:

It’s a clean, practical upgrade that ensures every beginner bass player starts with the essentials covered.

Check it out HERE.


All the essential accessories. Check out our various Musicmaker Promo Packs HERE.

Or Go All-In With the Musicmaker Jet Pack Bass

If you want the easiest, tidiest and most complete way to get someone started, then the Musicmaker Jet Pack Bass is the holy grail option.

This all-in-one bundle includes:

  • A Stagg bass gig bag
  • A Stagg instrument cable
  • A Musicmaker sustainable strap
  • Five Musicmaker picks for developing technique and feel

This is the plug-in-and-play route — everything a new bassist needs from the moment the wrapping paper is gone. No missing pieces. No unexpected errands. Just instant music, pure groove, and a whole lot of inspiration.

Get yours HERE.



Everything you need to get started with the best gear. Musicmaker's JJB Bass Jet Pack.

Why Bass Makes an Incredible Christmas Gift

Bass is an instrument of confidence, character and charm. It teaches rhythm, teamwork, listening and musical feel. It sounds impressive early on and keeps new players motivated. And perhaps most importantly, it teaches beginners that music is not only about being in the spotlight — sometimes the real magic is in the foundation underneath.

With Jet basses, the barrier to entry has never been lower, and the enjoyment has never been higher.

If someone in your life is ready to begin a musical journey this Christmas, the path of the bass is waiting — steady, strong and endlessly rewarding


Check out all out Jet Basses HERE.