Bass Guitarists for hire in Bristol

We have 357 bass guitarists for hire in Bristol. Bass guitarists are truly the unsung heroes of the musical world. Not often placed centre-stage (Bootsy Collins & Jaco Pastorius excluded), they add a quality to the ensemble sound that makes every note feel big. So, hire a bass guitarist in for your event, concert, or recording session today.

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Hire Tommy Kirby Bass guitarist with Encore
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£190 - £400
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Seasoned Bristol Bass player. Ready for hire for all gigs.. Weddings, Functions, Tours, Festivals and Recording Sessions.

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Hire Al Swainger Bass guitarist with Encore
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From£200
Bass guitaristBristol

Al is an extremely experienced musician and bassist with over 25 years of performing experience in a wide variety of styles.

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Hire Enzo Sandonato Bass guitarist with Encore
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Bass guitaristBristol

Pro bassist with 14 years of experience in the studio and live. Recorded for many clients spanning from bands, labels, and producers.

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Hire Shane Bass guitarist with Encore
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£160 - £320
Bass guitaristBristol

Reliable, versatile and talented bass player that never disappoints.

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Hire Caribbean Rootz Bass guitarist with Encore
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£593.75
Bass guitaristBristol

Live Reggae, Caribbean And Ska Music. Caribbean Roots performance has the same feel and dynamics as a full band.

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Hire Ewan Scarlett Bass guitarist with Encore
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£250 - £350
Bass guitaristBath

Session Musician based in the south west of England. Lots of studio and live performance experience.

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Hire Martin Sean McConnell Bass guitarist with Encore
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£350 - £500
Bass guitaristBristol

A guitarist and singer with a large repertoire of songs and a long list of happy clients. Upbeat or relaxed, create the atmosphere you want.

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Hire Chaz Thorogood Bass guitarist with Encore
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£250 - £500
Bass guitaristBristol

A professional musician based in Bristol. I work as a session guitarist, vocalist, composer and songwriter. I also play at private events.

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Hire Samuel Warner Bass guitarist with Encore
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£350 - £600
Bass guitaristBath

Highly sought after across the UK as a versatile musician, Sam provides a personalised, reliable service for every event.

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Hire Johnny Diver Bass guitarist with Encore
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£190 - £290
Bass guitaristBath

Classical, Spanish, Latin, and Jazz guitarist available for all live events either as a solo player or as part of a small jazz group.

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Hire Cat La Chappelle Bass guitarist with Encore
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£375 - £625
Bass guitaristBath

Shaking over 500 dance floors worldwide!

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Hire Jessie Dipper Bass guitarist with Encore
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£200 - £500
Bass guitaristCardiff

A great alternative sound for any occasion! Jessie brings about a beautiful atmosphere as background of crowd pleasing bangers for any event

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Hire Ambiancz Bass guitarist with Encore
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£350 - £450
Bass guitaristMelksham

A singer who brings the finest in vocal talent specialising in Jazz, soul, R&B, Motown classics and contemporary popular music.

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Hire Lille Rode Bass guitarist with Encore
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£200 - £600
Bass guitaristBath

#1 Original pop act in the region! Glasto shout outs + BBC Radio Introducing. Book a former West End Musical star for your next event!

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Hire Ollie Hatch Bass guitarist with Encore
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Bass guitaristBristol

Classical/jazz guitarist available for weddings & events as a solo musician or part of a small jazz combo. Ideal for reception/dinner music.

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Hire Mike Fulthorpe Bass guitarist with Encore
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£200 - £300
Bass guitaristCardiff

*** Easy going, Cardiff based singer-songwriter! *** Laid back, chilled out acoustic sets. Own equipment & transport.

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Hire The Trends DJ Bass guitarist with Encore
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£500 - £750
Bass guitaristCardiff

FUNCTION | WEDDING | PARTY | CORPORATE - International party DJ based in Cardiff, Wales

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Hire Kristian Bressington Bass guitarist with Encore
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£150 - £400
Bass guitaristBristol

An experienced musician, who has worked with various artists around the U.K focusing on Pop, Improvisation, Songwriting and Production.

Latest reviews of our Bass Guitarists in Bristol

Al Swainger
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"Al helped enormously, through his musically sensitive and rhythmical playing, to raise the level of our choir's performance. Also he's a very convivial bloke, which always helps."

Roger hired Al Swainger for a Concert (available in Bristol)

Verified Review, 12 November 2022
Tom Pollyn
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"Tom has all the tools to make your evening memorable. Don’t hesitate to book him with confidence"

Neil hired Tom Pollyn for a Birthday party (available in Bristol)

Verified Review, 28 September 2024
Tom Pollyn
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"Hired Tom for my 40th birthday . He was great , had everyone dancing with good tunes . Everybody said what a great party it was . Would recommend "

Hayley hired Tom Pollyn for a Birthday party (available in Bristol)

Verified Review, 25 August 2024

FAQs about hiring Bass Guitarists in Bristol

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Can any bass guitarist play my favourite song?

Professional bass guitarists will often take requests, but you will need to give them plenty of notice. Please also keep in mind that bass guitarists may ask for an small additional fee to prepare songs that aren't already on their song list. You can view the bass guitarist's song list on their Encore profile.

How much time do bass guitarists take to set up?

Your bass guitarist will usually arrive about an hour or so before their performance begins to set up and get settled before they start playing. To avoid any delays, make sure the performance space is ready for the bass guitarist prior to their arrival.

My venue has asked for the performer’s PLI & PAT inspection certificates. What are these?

PLI stands for Public Liability Insurance. This insurance covers damage to another person or their property (it is also known as third party insurance). As many of our bass guitarists are members of the Musician's Union, they are already covered by PLI up to £10 million. PAT stands for portable appliance testing. Most of our bass guitarists will already have a PAT inspection certificate for their musical equipment/PA system, which they can provide to your venue if they need it.

Hiring a Bass Guitarist in Bristol

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Popular genres:
Pop, Classical, Jazz
Average response time:
7 hours
Busiest times:
June, July, August

How much does it cost to hire a Bass Guitarist in Bristol?

The typical price for a Bass Guitarist is:
£Budget£270
££Pro£390
£££High-end£510+

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