4String - you'll learn about a lot more than just barre chords....it's simple but it's deep at the same time, if that makes any sense. Not being able to do barre chords won't stop you from being able to learn the principles and put them to use.
If it's any consolation, I'm getting closer and closer to buying a bass, and I've never even touched one before in my life.....talk about facing my own shortcomings!
