Step 1: Research 
The Buyz123 guide
Read how this guide can assist your decision-making and ensure that you consider all your options before making a purchase.
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What is available on the market?
Research the various types of electric and bass guitars that are available on the market and what features you need to know about before you buy.
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- Electric guitar use - jazz, rock, lead, rhythm, bass
- Material - rosewood, mahogany, basswood, maple, alder
- Construction - headstock and tuning peg style, finish, wood type
- Costs - low-end or custom-made, place of purchase
Is it suited to me?
Ask yourself these key questions to make sure that your new electric or bass guitar is suitable for you.
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- What will I be using the electric guitar or bass for?
- What kind of sound quality am I looking for?
- What sort of amplification will I require?
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Step 1: Evaluation 
Once you know what's available - it's time to narrow down the options
Look at how well each particular bass guitar meets your particular needs and eliminate the ones that don't suit you.
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- Advantages of different types
- Size - child, standard, large
- Tones - wood type, strings, frets
- Accessories - amplifiers, straps, music stand
My features list
Use this list to get a quick and effective overview of the bass guitar and to ensure that it has all the features that are most important to you.
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Comparing bass guitars to one another
Consider these questions to help you make that final choice.
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- Which electric or bass guitar is the best value for money?
- Which has the best tone?
- Which electric or bass guitar suits my needs the best?
- Which do I like the best?
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Step 1: Purchase 
I want to buy it - but how?
The different ways you can buy the electric or bass guitar and the pros and cons of each method.
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- Internet, television, mail order, department store or specialty store
- Choosing a seller - questions to ask
- Ordering and delivery - return policies, guarantees
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