Is this a good first bass?

Yes, it is aimed at beginners. The kit includes a bag, cable, strap and picks, so you can start playing without buying extras.

Is it a short-scale or full-scale bass?

It is a full-scale bass at 45.5 inches overall, with a standard 34-inch scale. That gives normal string tension and reach, which is a stretch for small hands.

What comes in the box?

The bass, a gig bag, an instrument cable, a shoulder strap, a rope, a truss rod, a wrench and three picks.

Does it need a setup out of the box?

Budget basses often need a truss rod tweak and intonation check. The included wrench lets you adjust neck relief, but a shop setup is worth considering.

Can I record with it directly?

Yes. Plug the cable into an audio interface or amp. The passive pickups and tone knob give a usable clean bass sound for home recording.

How does it compare with a Squier or Ibanez starter bass?

It includes more accessories, but those brands have longer records for hardware and fretwork. Choose this for the full kit; choose a name brand for proven build quality.

Redsmile 45.5 Inch 4 String Electric Bass Guitar with Gig Bag

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Redsmile 45.5 Inch 4 String Electric Bass Guitar with Gig Bag

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Last seen at $117.99 at Walmart on Nov 1.

Our take on the Redsmile 45.5 Inch 4 String Electric Bass Guitar with Gig Bag

The Redsmile is a full-size 4-string electric bass with a poplar body, maple neck and technical-wood fingerboard. It carries two pickups with volume and tone knobs, so you can shape a basic rock and pop tone without pedals. The bundle adds a gig bag, cable, strap, truss rod, wrench and three picks, which makes it a complete starter kit. It suits beginners and casual players who want one bass for practice and jamming; against name-brand starter basses it offers more accessories but less proven hardware and setup.

Best forFirst-time bass playersHome practice and jammingBudget-conscious hobbyistsPlayers who want a ready-to-play kit

Pros

Complete kit with bag, cable, strap and picks
Two pickups with volume and tone control
Full 45.5-inch scale length for standard bass feel
Truss rod and wrench included for neck adjustment
Maple neck and poplar body for a familiar tonewood mix

Cons

Little track record compared with established bass brands
Technical-wood fingerboard is less durable than rosewood or maple
Setup and fretwork quality vary on budget instruments
Hardware and pickups are basic, not upgrade-grade

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Lowest price we've seen: $117.99 on Nov 1 at Walmart. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 1.

About the Redsmile 45.5 Inch 4 String Electric Bass Guitar with Gig Bag

The Redsmile electric bass guitar is a 4-string short scale bass, 45.5 inches long, in black. It comes with a gig bag and accessories, so it is ready to plug in and play out of the box.

The neck is maple and the body is poplar. The fingerboard is technical wood, and the hardware is metal. It has four steel strings, double pickups, and tone and volume knobs within easy reach. A truss rod is included for neck adjustment.

The kit is aimed at beginners and hobbyists. It suits rehearsal, jamming and home recording.

Type: Electric bass guitar
Strings: 4 steel strings
Length: 45.5 inches
Color: Black
Neck: Maple wood
Body: Poplar
Fingerboard: Technical wood
Hardware: Metal
Pickups: Double pickups
Controls: Tone and volume knobs
Gig bag size: 48 x 16 inches
In the box: 1 x bass guitar, 1 x gig bag, 1 x cable, 1 x shoulder strap, 1 x rope, 1 x truss rod, 1 x wrench, 3 x picks

Specifications

Number Of Strings: 4-string
Color: Black

Questions and answers

Is this a good first bass?: Yes, it is aimed at beginners. The kit includes a bag, cable, strap and picks, so you can start playing without buying extras.
Is it a short-scale or full-scale bass?: It is a full-scale bass at 45.5 inches overall, with a standard 34-inch scale. That gives normal string tension and reach, which is a stretch for small hands.
What comes in the box?: The bass, a gig bag, an instrument cable, a shoulder strap, a rope, a truss rod, a wrench and three picks.
Does it need a setup out of the box?: Budget basses often need a truss rod tweak and intonation check. The included wrench lets you adjust neck relief, but a shop setup is worth considering.
Can I record with it directly?: Yes. Plug the cable into an audio interface or amp. The passive pickups and tone knob give a usable clean bass sound for home recording.
How does it compare with a Squier or Ibanez starter bass?: It includes more accessories, but those brands have longer records for hardware and fretwork. Choose this for the full kit; choose a name brand for proven build quality.
Where is the Redsmile 45.5 Inch 4 String Electric Bass Guitar with Gig Bag cheapest?: At Walmart, for $117.99, as of our latest check.