Originally Posted by EPOCH6

Learn both eventually, but start with bass, it's an easier instrument to approach and start learning but of course, like any instrument, extremely difficult to master. Plank's definitely right about bass players being in high demand, there are way too many guitar players. Get a good grip on playing bass and you'll have no trouble finding a band that needs you.

Originally Posted by Plankton

If your Mom is willing to give you $290, then get yourself a bass, and learn a few songs. You'll be set for life. The guitar player to bass player ratio is about 10/1.