I love this place - great range of Bass guitars - very knowledgeable staff - that ask all the right questions and offer great advice. I'm a very average player - but they understood what I needed and... See more
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Very easy, had a question answered very promptly before purchasing. The EMG Geezer Butler PJ pickups are a great step up from the basic P bass setup that I had, tone control seems to very nicely take... See more
Great service even during COVID19. - Online Bass by Request videos really helpful to me in buying my first bass. - David took time to answer questions i had over the phone (given the store is shut... See more
So to update, I worked out that they sent me the club bass in a verithin bass case so I pointed this out to them to still give them the opportunity to rectify their mistake and rather than do that... See more
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The Bass Centre has been Australia's only dedicated Bass store for the past 25 years, servicing the bass playing community Australia wide. We offer sales, service and advice, in house bass repairs, excellent customer service and great gear at super competitive prices. We are real people, we play bass.....we live and breath it. The staff at Bass Centre have all been here for a long time, our newest employee has been here for 5 years, our longest....25 years. Combined, we have done literally 1000's of gigs all over the country and we know a tonne about bass gear!! We understand what you want and we try and get you the right gear for the right price every time. We have customers fall over Australia, many of whom have been shopping with us for more than 20 years. We are interested in building long term relationships with our customers, lets face it, playing Bass is a passion that can be all consuming. Our wants change and our gig situations change all the time and you need the right "tools" for each gig that comes your way. We strive to not just cater for your current needs, but to cater for all of your needs of your bass playing career. As much as it sounds like a pitch..........We are seriously here to help
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206 Park Street, 3205, South Melbourne, Australia
- 9696 6561
- info@basscentre.com.au
- www.basscentre.com.au
Great Service - great gear - good guys
I love this place - great range of Bass guitars - very knowledgeable staff - that ask all the right questions and offer great advice. I'm a very average player - but they understood what I needed and helped me pick the right equipment - I'm old and don't understand the new tech - but they talked me through it - and saved me some coin -
Terrible service
So to update, I worked out that they sent me the club bass in a verithin bass case so I pointed this out to them to still give them the opportunity to rectify their mistake and rather than do that they sent me a photo showing a verithin bass does not fit in a club bass case. Duh, that’s simply backing up my point that they sent the wrong case. This was such a passive aggressive approach and simply illustrated your mistake.
I have sent photos back to clarify but at this stage I don’t expect them to rectify the situation. Go shop at Mannys or somewhere else, avoid these guys.
Seemed to not address a supply concern, not the first time I’ve had issues with this store. Regret making multiple purchases with these guys over the years, never again

Reply from Bass Centre
Recently purchased a Fender bass guitar…
Recently purchased a Fender bass guitar clip on tuner & had some work done on both my Rickenbacker & Hofner bass guitars. The staff at the bass centre are friendly and knowledgeable & I always get a warm welcome when I go in.
The quality of their gear is awesome as too is their prices. They are very quick to process online orders & are prompt in getting them out to you.
They have a very high standard of customer service & are easy to deal with.
Their bass tech Luke always takes the time to go through the technical side of a bass set up & is very patient with any questions I ask.
I wouldn't take my basses any place else. Five star overall great business, one of Melbourne's finest.
These guys are awesome
These guys are awesome! I’d never bought a guitar online before… I’ve always been worried about how it will feel or sound. I texted the team to ask for some advice on the feel of the instrument I was looking at. I took a chance… I listened to their advice and bought online. Their advice was 100% on point!
Not only that, the bass was bought on Friday, delivered on Monday, interstate!
Well done to the team and thanks for my new addition to the family.
First time online guitar purchase
This was the first time I have bought a guitar (a bass this time) online. I did my research and narrowed down to a few bass guitars. I called Bass Centre, had a very helpful discussion with Dave, and I made a choice. There remained the issue that I had not seen nor played the bass, and I had never done this before. The reviews of the bass and of Bass Centre online were excellent, and I placed an order. The bass guitar arrived two days later, shipped from Melbourne to Canberra. Tracking the delivery was straightforward, and I was at home when it arrived. It was very securely packed. The packaging was in perfect condition as was the bass when I unpacked it. It was nicely setup, no marks or scratches, in tune, and I played it right out of the box. This was a very positive experience. I am very pleased with the purchase and the highly professional and quick service from Bass Centre. Thank you.
Website for ordering always works
Website for ordering always works a treat and up-to-date. Fast shipping with reliable courier, getting across the country and to my door in 4 days. Goods arrived in perfect condition and ready to play straight out of the box. No direct customer service interaction required. Would recommend these guys for quality goods sent quickly.
Don't order they lie
Don't order they lie, they don't care about three customers, customer service is not on their priorities list, liars

Reply from Bass Centre
ORDERED A BASS GIG BAG FROM THE BASS CENTRE, SOUTH MELBOURNE…
ORDERED A BASS GIG BAG FROM THE BASS CENTRE, ORDERING WAS VERY EASY AND RECEIVED ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF PURCHASE , TRACKING NUMBER AND DELIVERY OF THE PRODUCT VERY QUICKLY AND WITH NO PROBLEMS AT ALL AND THE PRODUCT WAS EXACTLY AS IT WAS ON THERE WEBSITE, WILL SHOP THERE AGAIN , GREAT SERVICE.
Thanks Bass Centre
Thanks Bass Centre. Excellent service and shipping times coupled with a great product, Sire U5 Short Scale Bass.
a lay by and no problems.
I bought through a lay by and the entire process from online deposit through to, at my door delivery went smoothly without any problems at all.
The payments were easily processed online.
The staff at The Bass Centre were prompt and friendly in comm's with me, and i highly recommend this business to get that pricey bass you dream about.
I love my P.bass..i probably wouldn't have got a purchase made without the Bass Centre. Thank you!
Thanks
Thanks - easy to order and quick delivery with lots of communication.
neatly packaged as usual and fast…
neatly packaged as usual and fast shipping times
5 starts from me
5 starts from me! Website is easy to navigate, delivery was quick, items were packed carefully and in excellent condition. And I’ve messaged a few of the boys before very quick response and good customer service Cheers!
Prompt friendly service and delivery…
Prompt friendly service and delivery and a really nice instrument that arrived at that.
Brilliant service and fast delivery!
great place
Excellent advice & service, fast response to queries etc.
Online ordering always straightforward.
Friendly and professional guys, both when visiting and online.
What else could you ask for?
Darkglass Alpha Omega Ultra
Ordered the Darkglass Alpha Omega Ultra and couldn't be happier. Best pedal I've ever harnessed and the customer service was excellent! Thank you!
Quick service
Quick service, great communication, very happy with purchase.
I bought the Epiphone Thunderbird bass
I bought the Epiphone Thunderbird bass. It’s fantastic - looks and sounds great! I live in Sydney and ordered on a Saturday and it arrived Tuesday morning. Excellent service and price.
Excellent service
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