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Bass Fishing Basics: Getting Started
In this article I am going to outline some of the basic equipment that will be needed to get started Bass fishing. Keep in mind that this is just an overview and not an extensive list. You will find that you are going to need more of certain items and less of others. It depends on the style of fishing you enjoy and use the most.
We are going to start with the rod and reel combo. This can be a daunting choice when you first start out because of the number of combination's and the cost. The easiest way to start the decision making process is to decide what type of reel you plan to use and then pick a rod/reel combination. I would recommend starting with an open face reel. They are relatively easy to cast and you purchase a decent one without hitting the wallet too hard. The bait casters are my personal favorite but do take time to learn how to cast. The spinning reels are not going to be very strong or reliable. Let's leave those alone while bass fishing.
Next, let's buy some line to put on our brand new reel. If you followed the suggestion above and bought a rod/reel combo, you will want to replace the line that came on the reel. It will be cheap, low quality line. For a beginner, I recommend that you start with clear monofilament 10lb test line. This is a good middle point in line strength and will not be heavy enough to degrade the action of some of the more "sensitive" lures.
Now, let's buy some tackle! This is my favorite part! I love shopping in the tackle section of my favorite sporting good store. There are a few general selections that I feel every bass fisherman should have in their arsenal. The first is soft plastic worms. I usually use the 7.5 inch soft plastics. You want to make sure that the plastic is soft enough, or "rubbery" enough that the action in the tail is pronounced. I recommend the following color combinations: Black body/Blue tail, Junebug, Black body/Chartreuse tail. You will also need a pack of 3/0 hooks and some bullet weights to "Texas Rig" these soft plastics. I also recommend that you have a few spinner baits on hand. Start with a black/chartreuse, black/blue, black/red color combinations. To start with just choose any style single blade you like. I will go over the differences in a later article. Next I recommend having a few top water plugs. Start with a floating top water plug around 4 inches in length. I suggest buying two of these. One needs to be gold in color and the other silver.
Here are a few other things to buy as well. You will need a tackle box. you have to put your new tackle some where right? The style and size is completely up to you. Just make sure that it is durable and somewhat weather resistant. You also will need a dip net. After all, you are going to need something to help you haul in the lunkers you are going to be catching!!! A knife, set of needle nose pliers and some bug spray should round off the list.
This is just start. There will be many more articles to come on this wonderful sport. There are many resources out there to help you learn all you can about Bass Fishing. There are magazines, books, and dvd's.
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What's the best bass amp/cabinet or combo?
Money is not an issue.
Ampeg stuff is awesome, alot of professional musicians have thier cab. It all depends on what type of music you listen to.
If its rock or metal, go with an ampeg cabinet.
Always try out the amp at volume you will be playing at (if you are like me its ludicrously loud) that will tell if if its worth buying.
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BG500 bass combos - hear how they sound
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Hartke B600 Bass Combo $279 Hartke B600 Hartke B600 Description: B600 - Bass Combo 12" bass driver and 60 watts of power in a newly designed kickback cabinet. 3 bands of EQ and adjustable Shape circuitry. Like other B Series combos, the B600 features a dedicated effects loop, line level out, a buffered input and a headphone output. Hartke B600 Features: 1x12" Paper driver Power: 60 watts Effects Send and Return Signal-To-Noise: 65 dB Dynamic Range: 80 dB Dimensions: 19" (H) x 18.5" (W) x 14.6" (D) Weight: 39.5 lb. Get your Hartke B600 today! |
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Hartke B900 Bass Combo $349 Hartke B900 Hartke B900 Description: B900 - Bass Combo 90 watts and a full-range 15" Hartke bass driver in a new kickback format. 3-band EQ and adjustable Shape circuitry. Effects loop and buffered inputs. Line level output and headphone output. Hartke B900 Features: 1x15" Paper driver Power: 90 watts Effects Send and Return Signal-To-Noise: 70 dB Dynamic Range: 90 dB Dimensions: 22.1" (H) x 18.5" (W) x 15.2" (D) Weight: 47.5 lb Get your Hartke B900 today! |
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Hartke B300 Bass Combo $169 Hartke B300 Hartke B300 Description: B300 - Bass Combo The B300 combines a 10" bass driver and 30 watts of power. 3-band EQ and a preset Shape circuit. Dedicated effects loop, buffered input, a line level output and headphone output. Hartke B300 Features: 1x10" Paper driver Power: 30 watts Effects Send and Return Signal-To-Noise: 66 dB Dynamic Range: 75 dB Dimensions: 17.1" (H) x 14.7" (W) x 9.5" (D) Weight: 32 lb. Get your Hartke B300 today! |
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SWR LA10 Bass Combo Amplifier $249.99 SWR LA10 Bass Combo Amplifier The 35-watt SWR LA10 Bass Combo Amplifier is a fantastic practice amp. With a 10" speaker, the LA10 is strong enough to cut living room rehearsals too. The LA10 amp's classic SWR preamp and Aural Enhancer circuitry delivers rich tone. Comes equipped with a post-EQ line out that doubles as a tuner output, stereo headphone outs with speaker defeat for silent practice, and a mix input for practicing with CD player or drum machine. Extended-depth cab design on the SWR LA10 enhances bass response. Edgemount handles complete the SWR LA10 Bass Combo Amp. SWR LA10 Bass Combo Amplifier Features: 35W power into 8 ohms (internal) 10" custom-designed speaker and piezo tweeter Extended-depth cab for enhanced bass response Classic SWR preamp and Aural Enhancer circuitry Post-EQ line out/tuner output Stereo headphone outs with speaker defeat for silent practice Mix input for practicing with CD or drum machine Edgemount handles for easy portability 14"W x 14"H x 13"D 26 lbs. Get Your SWR LA10 Bass Combo Amplifier Today! |
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SWR Redhead Bass Combo $1649.99 SWR Redhead Bass Combo 2008 marks the 20th anniversary of a love affair between bassists and one of the most influential bass combo amplifiers in history the SWR Redhead. The original Redhead was a revolution in bass guitar amplification, combining SWR's crystal-clear, full-range tube preamp with a robust solid-state power platform into a rock solid, yet easily portable 2X10 cabinet. Loaded with two state-of-the-art 10" speakers and a high frequency horn, the Redhead bass amp sounded simply phenomenal and offered unprecedented patching options designed to meet the needs of discerning bassists, whether playing live or in the studio. In celebration of the 20th anniversary, SWR raises its own bar with the newly redesigned Redhead bass amplifier. Two custom-designed Eminence drivers and a Foster horn provide the excellent sound, while several design and feature innovations make this more than just a product face lift. It's a whole new Redhead with lots of control and I/O options to entice any bassist. Fall in love again, with SWR's Redhead Bass Combo Amp. SWR Redhead Bass Combo Amp Features: 2 - 10" custom-designed 8-ohm Eminence drivers One Foster horn 1-channel Classic SWR preamp with Aural Enhancer 2 -12AX7 Preamp Tubes - (Preamp & Tube DI) Front ported (slot) eliminates unwanted noise All-tube studio-quality Direct Out with front-panel controls including ground lift, level pad, and mute 3-band active EQ with variable midrange, pull turbo (ultra-low) and transparency (ultra-high) controls SWR compressor circuit Tuning Mute Side-chain effects loop with Blend control Single empty rack space for tuner or effects unit Front Panel: Tuning Mute Internal Speaker Defeat switch Tube Direct Out Mute Steel reinforced front cover/tilt-back stand Cabinet-mounted attenuator for Foster horn Tuning mute (sliding switch) 1/4" inputs (Active & Passive) Gain control (with Pre Amp clip LED) Aural Enhancer control Bass control (with "Pull Turbo") Mid-Range Level control Mid-range Frequency control Treble control (with "Pull Transparency") Compressor control (with Compression LED) Master Volume control (with Power Amp clip LED) Tube DI Line/Direct (sliding switch) Tube DI Mute/Line (sliding switch) Tube DI Ground Lift (sliding switch) Tube DI Pad control 1/4" Headphone jack Effects Blend control Internal Speaker On/Off (rocker switch) Power On/Off (rocker switch) Back Panel: AC power outlet (120V version only) AC power input 1/4" internal speaker jack Speakon & 1/4" external speaker jacks 1/4" Tuner Out jack Effects Loop (1/4" Send/Return) Tube DI Outputs (XLR & 1/4") 5/8" 7-ply, maple or birch plywood construction with waterproof glue All joints Dado and Rabbet, glued and nailed Extremely heavy bracing Black carpeting with stac |
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In case you are just starting out in largemouth bass sportfishing you are in for an thrilling time. This particular sport is indeed addicting since it requires techniques to find and land bass and has the enjoyment of battling them once they are hooked.
You can begin out by spending under $40 and get an effective fishing reel and rod combo set that will assist one nicely while you learn the ability you'll need. You will also need 3 to 6 lb test fishing line as well as a variety of different lures.
Start fishing in the shallow waters of a nearby fish-pond as soon as all of your equipment is set up. It will be possible to get a sense for your fishing rod's cast and the way the tackle work in motion. As soon as you've been able to bring in a few fish you can transfer to deeper waters and go for much larger fish. The big largemouth bass will likely be in much deeper water near verticle declines and sunken objects.
You'll find various methods you must make use of with regards to the time of day you're sportfishing. Fish in the shallow waters throughout the early mornings as well as later afternoon hours because the largemouth bass are going to be there eating surface critters and bugs. Throughout this period small surface lures are usually perfect. In the late morning hours as well as early afternoon bass transfer to the chillier deeper waters, often concealing and holding out until it cools down to return and eat. At this period you've got to use bottom lures such as spoons and crank bait.
Do not make the mistake of jerking the rod too swiftly when a fish hits. By setting your lure too soon you will likely take it out and scare the bass in the area. Instead delay until the bass strikes after which watch for it to take some line before pulling back strongly on your fishing rod to set the hook. Once the hook is hooked securely in the fish's jaw start fighting and reeling the bass to the shore.
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