I 've been known to dabble with synthesizers....If you're going the hardware route,the Mikrokorg XL will do the job nicely.Consider a second hand Korg EA1,fairly limited in synth functions,not a disadvantage for the inexperienced,and has a good sequencer as well - which is what you need to create and play basslines.If you want to get into synthesizer wierdness - and you will,believe me - consider getting a Korg Monotron,which is basically a stylophone on acid,and at around £50 is cheaper than a weekend out on the town.If anybody wants to hear my electronic Powernoise project.........