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Small bass guitars, short scale bass guitars, mini bass guitars - call them what you want. If you've got small hands or you're looking for a lightweight instrument, they're just what you need. These basses are available in 1/2 size and 3/4 size. Children below the age of 8 can try 1/2 size basses while those below 12 can try 3/4 size. 3/4 bass guitars are suited to adults with short reaches.

There are so many small bass guitars on the market like the Fender Mustang Bass, Daisy Rock bass,and Squier Bronco bass.

The Fender Mustang bass is a reissue of the 1964 classic. It is small, lightweight and punchy. It comes with a short fast maple neck (30" scale length), alder body, rosewood fretboard, and one split single-coil pickup. I've read lots of positive reviews on this bass guitar. You can check it out yourself.

Girls of all ages can check out the Daisy Rock bass guitar. This small bass guitar features a 30" scale, basswood body, rock maple neck, and 22 medium frets. For real sound and playability, give this bass a try.

Or how about the easy-to-play, affordable Squier Bronco bass? This bass is perfect for beginners. It comes with a slim 30" scale neck, and a lightweight body. It features a maple neck and fingerboard, double cut-away body, 19 frets, and a single-coil pickup. Last time I checked, this bass was being sold for about $150.

These are a few of the popular short scale bass guitars available. You can check out some user reviews and decide what meets your needs.

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