and subtle process. bass is the glue that holds the other parts together.
a bass is a very personal thing. before buying a bass, it would be a good idea to actually play it in the same situation you plan to use it, before you actually hand over the money. a great way to test a bass out, is to use it in a live playing situation. you will know by the time you are finished whether the bass will deliver what you need. of course, don't rely completely on the bass you are checking out to carry the session, have your regular bass right there, in case it's obvious that 