re: Bass guitar recommendations

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Why's that?

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Dont listen, that Baw is just scared of low end

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Why's that?

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I'd agree with him, but I'm basing that on you're probably a guitar player who's wanting to pick up a bass to either fool around on or fill in in some capacity as a bassist with a group, or just for recording purposes.

If I'm on the mark, I mean, obviously do whatever the hell you want, but do you really need the 5 extra notes. Gospel and country, especially in big groups where you don't want to step on each others toes so to speak, it makes plenty of sense.

None of that matters anyway, if you want one by all means go get one dude.

I'm a Warwick and EBMM guy myself. In your price range, the aforementioned Yamaha is a great way to go. Solid and versatile. Squier's aren't bad, they've definitely gotten better. I personally do not like Ibanez but that is my personal preference. Their Soundgear line is in your range and is solid. Again, everyone has what they like and don't like.

My advice would be to go to your local store and tr them. The feel is going to matter as much to you as the price. It's not worth paying money for a piece of crap you don't play just because it's all you could afford and it sounds bad. Go for some test drives.

Edit: if a 4 string was good enough for Jaco Pastorius and James Jamerson, it's probably good enough for you.