Bass Players for Hire in the United Kingdom

Q: How much do bass players cost in the United Kingdom?

The average price for bass players on Gig Heaven is £250, with rates ranging from £80 to £850+. 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.

Q: What events are bass players suitable for in the United Kingdom?

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.

Q: What styles can a bassist cover in the United Kingdom?

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.

Q: Do bass players bring their own equipment?

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.

Q: Can I contact multiple suppliers at the same time?

Yes, either add suppliers to your favourites and contact them all at once, or use the find a supplier wizard .

Q: How far in advance do we need to book?

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.

Q: How do I book and when do I pay?

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.

Q: How do I get help with something different?

Please browse our help and support section, or if you can't find what you need you can get in touch .

Browse 126 professional bass players available for hire in the United Kingdom. These skilled bassists and bass guitarists have received 72 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. These bassists offer competitive rates starting from £80, with an average price of £250.

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Aberdeen, Scotland
Basildon, England (also Margate, Southend-on-Sea)
Basingstoke, England
Bath, England
Belfast, Northern Ireland
Birmingham, England (also Wolverhampton)
Blackpool, England
Brighton, England (also Lewes)
Bristol, England (also Cirencester)
Burton upon Trent, England
Cambridge, England
Canterbury, England
Cardiff, Wales (also Abergavenny, Newport, Swansea)
Carlisle, England
Chelmsford, England (also Colchester, Ipswich)
Cheshire, England
Chester, England (also Wrexham)
Cotswolds, England
County Down, Northern Ireland
County Fermanagh, Northern Ireland
County Tyrone, Northern Ireland
Coventry, England (also Northampton)
Crawley, England (also Chichester, Eastbourne)
Derby, England
Derbyshire, England
Devon, England
Dunbartonshire, Scotland
Dundee, Scotland (also Saint Andrews)
Edinburgh, Scotland
England
Essex, England
Exeter, England
Falmouth, England
Frome, England (also Bournemouth, Salisbury, Southampton, Swindon)
Glasgow, Scotland
Grimsby, England
Hampshire, England
Hastings, England
Henley on Thames, England (also Winchester)
High Wycombe, England (also Marlow)
Hull, England
Inverness, Scotland
Kent, England
Lake District, England
Lancashire, England
Leeds, England (also Harrogate, Huddersfield)
Leicester, England
Lincoln, England
Lincolnshire, England
Liverpool, England
London, England
Londonderry, Northern Ireland
Luton, England (also Peterborough)
Manchester, England (also Bolton, Doncaster)
Middlesbrough, England
Milton Keynes, England (also Bedford)
New Forest, England
Newcastle upon Tyne, England (also Durham, Sunderland)
Norfolk, England
Northern Ireland
Norwich, England
Nottingham, England (also Mansfield)
Oxford, England
Oxfordshire, England
Peak District, England
Perth, Scotland
Plymouth, England
Preston, England (also Blackburn, Burnley)
Reading, England
Scarborough, England
Scotland
Scottish Highlands, Scotland
Sevenoaks, England (also Maidstone, Royal Tunbridge Wells, Rye)
Sheffield, England (also Chesterfield)
Snowdonia, Wales
Stirling, Scotland
Stoke-on-Trent, England
Stratford-upon-Avon, England
Suffolk, England
Surrey, England
Sussex, England
Telford, England
Wales
Warrington, England
Watford, England
Whitby, England
Woking, England (also Portsmouth, Windsor)
Worcester, England (also Gloucester)
York, England
Yorkshire Dales, England
Yorkshire, England

A guide to booking

Hire Bass Players in the United Kingdom

Bass guitarists in the United Kingdom 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.

Bass Player Services

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

Bass Player Pricing

Rates for bass players in the United Kingdom range from about £80 to £850+, with an average cost of £250. Rates reflect the musician's experience, the length of the event and equipment requirements, and a bassist based closer to your venue will often quote less for travel.

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The average price is £250 (GBP), with most priced from £80 to £850+. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 43 enquiries for Bass Players at events in the United Kingdom, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 19 October 2026.

Typical first reply

Within 12 hours

58% of enquiries get a reply within a day

How early people enquire

About seven weeks

35% enquire less than a month before the event

Reviews of Bass Players available in the United Kingdom

5/5 from 72 reviews

Mat Vickers Bass Player "Mat is a stellar musician and a fantastic asset to any band that has the pleasure to play alongside him. On and off the stage Mat is professional who will get the job done and a lovely chap that will get along with anybody. Always on time and always has his parts learnt. A solid, reliable killer player! (10 / 10)" Based in Newton-le-Willows, England 18th April 2026 Jake Oseland - Professional Drummer/MD

L'Esprit du Jazz "“L’Esprit du Jazz, accordionist Karen Street’s quartet in a pleasing set of tightly arranged swing and jazz. The music ranged from Galliano musette tunes to Scottish folk style and a smoky rendition of The Way You Look Tonight from bass-playing vocalist Charlie Pyne.” Bath Festival" Based in London, England 26th March 2026 Knod Knowles - Bath Festival

FiddleBop "FiddleBop... transform gypsy jazz stylings into a welcome hamper of swing..." Based in Brecon, Wales 24th March 2026 Julia Deli - Buzz Magazine

David Asafu-Adjaye "I hired him and he was amazing, best drummer I've ever heard" Based in Bexley, England Amy chris

Ciaran O’Donovan Music "Ciaran is a top entertainer- I booked him as a solo vocalist and he really is one of the best singers that I have worked with to date. Everything from all Jazz crooners to Ed Sheeran style upbeat songs, Ciaran has a voice that can do it all. I would absolutely work with Ciaran again and fully intend to." Based in St Albans, England Sarah Stratford - Private Event Booker

Shane Paul- Bass Player "These guys were fantastic at a wedding I was at last night. They kept the crowd dancing all night with a great range of songs and showmanship. Loved it when the singers stepped onto the dance floor and showed off some Michael Jackson moves!" Based in Bristol, England Katy (Wedding Client) - The Treasury

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The average price for bass players on Gig Heaven is £250, with rates ranging from £80 to £850+. 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.

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.

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.

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.

Yes, either add suppliers to your favourites and contact them all at once, or use the find a supplier wizard.

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.

Please browse our help and support section, or if you can't find what you need you can get in touch.

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How much do bass players cost in the United Kingdom?

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Do bass players bring their own equipment?

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How far in advance do we need to book?

How do I book and when do I pay?

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