Bass Players for Hire in Melbourne

Browse 100 professional bass players available for hire in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. These skilled bassists and bass guitarists have received 63 reviews from real clients, maintaining an average rating of 5 out of 5.

From wedding ceremonies to corporate events, find experienced musicians who provide the rhythmic foundation your event needs. Local bassists offer competitive rates starting from $160, with an average price of $480 across your area.

Of the 100 suppliers listed here, one is based within 30 miles of Melbourne. The other 99 are willing to travel there.

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Melbourne based musician and sound engineer who specialises in bass and guitar

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Melbourne, Victoria

Available in Melbourne, Victoria

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Session Musician, performing music of you choice live or in the recording studio

Australia

Brisbane, Queensland

Available in Melbourne, Victoria

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Any type of music

Australia

Brisbane, Queensland

Available in Melbourne, Victoria

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Like a cross between JackJohnson and Jimi Hendrix. Solo, duo, trio.

Australia

Perth, Western Australia

Available in Melbourne, Victoria

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Solo guitar/vocals performing hits from the 50’s to current day

Japan

Tokyo

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Maskandi Artist, african music and african dance

South Africa

Durban, KwaZulu-Natal

Available in Melbourne, Victoria

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Book from R25000 (ZAR)

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Multi-instrumentalist and singer, known for captive and soulful performances

South Africa

Cape Town, Western Cape

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The Project performs South African jazz favs as well as Peter's own compositions

South Africa

Cape Town, Western Cape

Available in Melbourne, Victoria

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The Rocketeers are a funky duo from Johannesburg, performing popular hits.

South Africa

Johannesburg, Gauteng

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Solo vocalist, Backing vocalist, Bass guitarist that does Pop, Jazz & RnB covers

South Africa

Johannesburg, Gauteng

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I am a solo bassist with a debut album out. I do original and cover music.

South Africa

Pretoria, Gauteng

Available in Melbourne, Victoria

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Live Band For Corporate And Social Events

United Arab Emirates

Dubai

Available in Melbourne, Victoria

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I am a professional bass guitarist. I do lots of jazz, reggae, RnBs, Gospel

United Arab Emirates

Dubai

Available in Melbourne, Victoria

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Multicultural freelance bass player

United States

Los Angeles, California

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Versatile bassist fluent on electric, upright, and keybass

United States

Los Angeles, California

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A guide to booking

Hire Bass Players in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Bass guitarists in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia provide the essential low-end foundation that transforms good music into great performances. These professional musicians bring technical expertise and years of experience to weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations throughout your area.

Local Bass Player Services

Musicians near you offer flexible services ranging from solo bass performances for intimate gatherings to full band collaborations for larger celebrations. Many local bassists specialize in multiple styles, smoothly transitioning from classical pieces during ceremony music to contemporary hits for reception entertainment.

Pricing for Local Bass Player

Bass players in Melbourne range from $160 to $1,650+, with an average cost of $480. Local rates reflect factors such as the musician's experience, event duration, and equipment requirements. Hiring locally often reduces travel costs while ensuring musicians are familiar with popular venues in your area.

How much does it cost to hire Bass Players available in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia?

$Low price
from$160AUD
$$Average price
from$480AUD
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from$1,650AUD

The average price for Bass Players available in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia is $480 (AUD). Above you will also find a budget price and high end price. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 427 enquiries for Bass Players at events in every location, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 8 October 2026.

Most requested for
Private events
21% of enquiries, with bar and venue events next at 16%
Typical first reply
Within two hours
72% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About six weeks
41% enquire less than a month before the event
How far suppliers travel
About 35 miles
For the 62% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Bass Players available in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

5/5 from 63 reviews
Photo of Julius Lutero Julius Lutero "Julius was great. Played a good mix of music and blended in perfectly. We got some great feedback from guests and We will definitely have Julius back again." Based in Perth, Western Australia (1,691 miles from Melbourne) 22nd March 2026 Phil Stevenson - 40th birthday Photo of Mudemude maskandi artist Mudemude maskandi artist "Awesome work from the artist so professional and well organized" Based in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa (6,110 miles from Melbourne) Zweli - Pulp productions Photo of Jamez juke Jamez juke "*Review of JamezJuke – 702 Afternoons Unplugged (12 September)* It was an absolute pleasure hosting JamezJuke on our Unplugged session on 702 Afternoons with Relebogile. From the start, he was professional, responsive, and provided all the information we requested promptly. He arrived on time for both his interview and performance, which made the experience seamless and enjoyable. His acoustic performance was nothing short of soulful and beautiful a true reflection of his artistry and talent. JamezJuke is a gifted young musician with a bright future ahead, and it was wonderful to share his music with our listeners." Based in Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa (6,409 miles from Melbourne) Pachida - Radio station Photo of The Rocketeers The Rocketeers "Delivered a fantastic performance for our wedding, absolutely made the event !" Based in Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa (6,417 miles from Melbourne) John Wood - Wedding Photo of The Journey The Journey "Highly recommended musician... Respect to this individual and the professionalism. Matured on his craft and discipline. Respect to you,sir" Based in Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa (6,433 miles from Melbourne) Coby Manuels Photo of Epic Entertainment Epic Entertainment "It’s fair to say the band was fantastic at our wedding party. From learning our first dance song to calls for an encore from a packed dance floor at the end of the night, my wife and I couldn’t have asked for a better band." Based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (7,248 miles from Melbourne) Nnamdi

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Frequently asked questions

The average price for bass players on Gig Heaven is $480, with rates ranging from $160 to $1,650+. Cost depends on the length of the session, the style of music and whether the player is performing solo, as part of a duo or sitting in with an existing group. Many bass players are proficient on both electric and upright bass, offering flexibility for different event styles.

The bass players on Gig Heaven cover a wide range of genres including jazz, funk, rock, pop, soul, blues and Latin. Many bass players are proficient on both electric bass and upright (double) bass, offering different sounds to suit the style of the event.

Many clients book bass players for jazz events, studio sessions, corporate functions and live performances, as well as to join an existing function band as a session musician. Bass players provide the rhythmic foundation for a wide range of musical styles and are often booked to join an existing band or ensemble.

Most bass players bring their own instrument and amplifier. For larger venues, a direct input (DI) box may be used to connect to the main PA system. It is advisable to discuss any specific equipment or sound requirements with the performer before the event.

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Booking as early as possible increases the chance of securing your supplier's availability on your event date, particularly during busy times of the year. However, many suppliers also accept last minute bookings, and we have successfully arranged bookings for clients with just a few hours' notice.

Contact the supplier you are interested in booking by clicking "Contact Now" on their listing. Discuss your requirements using our messaging system or join a video meeting (like a Zoom-call) to speak face-to-face. Once you are ready to confirm your booking, simply ask the supplier to send you a contract, which you can agree to online, or request amendments. Once you agree to the contract you will be asked to pay a 10% booking fee to confirm the booking, with the balance payable directly to the supplier by the due date you've agreed on.

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