Interesting that you rented it first. I just got into playing the bass guitar more seriously this year ( had played a little bit previously ). If you actually play an instrument it is such good value for money. My main guitar (maybe £150) was bought for me as a teenager over 25 years ago and still sounds fine.

I'm also learning the piano and got a really good digital upright second hand for around £400. This time I'm getting lessons after years of self teaching the guitar. It's a very fun experience.

In the past I've started with buying before learning instruments (and sporting equipment) with often goes unused after a season. This time I knew I didn't know so I can learn if I like it and have a sense of what to buy for the long term. The bonus is that even a small monthly amount is a reminder to use or cancel (like Netflix).