How important is gear at an audition?

I got my second bass ever (I gifted my first bass to my best friend) in 2011 (squier affinity jazz V). I’m not obsessed with gear, and my main bass is still the affinity. Fast forward to my latest audition: they thought I was good and liked my playing, but said I’m not as serious as they are about music because my main bass is still an Affinity. Obviously as soon as I heard that I didn’t want to be in their band either, but wondered if other people will think this as well. Thoughts?

Edit:

The audition was at the drummers and they provided the amp which was a ampeg 4x10 (I own a 4x10 tho too)