Since I have mostly been about keyboards for most of my musical career, dealing with guitars was not difficult per se, but it always left an impression of speaking a foreign language. With this bass, I admit, I managed to connect almost immediately, even from my unprofessional (in guitar terms) point of view. I would definitely recommend this instrument to anyone who wants to enter the world of bass guitars as easily as humanly possible. As a bonus, professional bass players that I know totally approve of this instrument. Couldn’t recommend more. It sits very comfortably in your hands and offers numerous cool options for playing. On top of that, it features professional pick-ups (let’s leave it at that to avoid direct promotion). If you are thinking of buying your first bass and can afford this one, think no further. That’s the one. Really.