Well, usually around here if bass are present they are THE dominant predator. Part of it is a bass's nature I think. There are so many different ways to catch them that nearly everyone can find a type of fishing they enjoy and are good at. I mean look at all the different pros out there and no two fish alike, but they all catch fish. If you like to take fish on the water's surface, you can fly-fish for them or go topwater. Maybe you like structure fishing and you've got a tackle box full of jigs, trailers, and accessories. Can't sit still, always have to be doing SOMETHING? Power fishing with crankbaits and spinnerbaits is going to be right up your alley. The thing is, they are all productive and you can spend a lifetime trying to master them all.
Personally, I like bass and I like the way everybody is in to bass. If they were all out trout fishing , I would have to chase carp full time.