I'd do it for free as I pity those strings! Ermm Ibanez... The SRX500 for 319 4 strings, very solid and simple to use bass that pouns out a great tone. Or the SR300DX for 249 the more slender version of the afformentioned bass. More control over your tone. Slim neck which offers easy playability. I bought one as my first bass and I think it's great. Also there is a 5 string version for 269. These basses would give you a few extra quid to buy a tuner and a strap and what not too. Also both Bruce Millars and RandB stock Ibanez basses.