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Bass parts serve as the glue between the drums and the rhythms of a song, and if you want to have a killer song, you cannot think of getting bass out of the equation. But what do you do if you don’t have a bass guitar at hand? That’s when VSTs come in handy. These …
Bass preamp is one of the overlooked equipment in music but it’s certainly one of the things that can make you sound amazing. Bass preamps do come in many varieties- and you may have across pedal bass preamps, onboard, or rack-mounted, and wondered- but which one do I really need? There are a ton of …
If you are a bassist, you will certainly need a bunch of effects pedals that will let you gte the best sounds out of your instrument. There are also some essential effects pedals that are great to make practice sessions productive, and some you can do without. In this post, I am going to walk …
Ever wondered about apps for bass players? If you’ve ever looked at musicians jamming at practicing, you may have seen them use several apps- be it for checking out the chord progressions, to tune up the instrument, or to keep a steady beat. In the past, players would have to repeat parts of songs till …
Bass amplifiers are great! You can play thundering bass sounds but sometimes, you may want to have a little peace and quiet. A decent headphone can be a decent investment towards keeping your neighbors happy, and while there are plenty of cheap headphones out there, knowing which ones will last you for years can be …
Electric guitars and basses are fun, but they can be quite heavy. It may not be noticeable if you don’t play the instruments as much but if you are somebody who is serious about music, you will quickly notice that bass guitars can cause serious back and shoulder problems. Not only does your bass guitar …
If you’ve got some kids, you may be wondering if there are some bass guitars that would be ideal for them to play on. Usually, bass guitars are large and you need to stretch your fingers quite well to be able to play even the simplest of basslines. Speaking of bass guitars for kids, there …
While you can certainly get a funk sound out of pretty much any bass guitar out there, getting one specifically tailored for funk can be a great idea. If you are new to the sound of funk and aren’t sure about what kind of bass guitars would be good for playing funk like a pro, …
For most musicians, fretted instruments will get you very far. Not only do fretted instruments have an easier learning curve, but you also don’t need to worry about being out of tune while playing if your instrument is set up well by a luthier. What if you wanted to try out the fretless instrument? Would …
The bass guitar is a wonderful instrument- it’s just four strings (mostly), yet you can play almost anything on it. If you are a bassist in a band, you will never need to think about upgrading to a more modern 5-string bass. In fact, most bassists go on with their careers without ever thinking about …
If you are a beginner and have always wondered about the differences between an electric upright bass versus an acoustic upright bass, this post will get you up to speed. Each of them has a distinct tone and feel, and if you play both, you will certainly know how each of them sounds and what …
As musicians, we need to not only play our parts and practice diligently but sometimes, we all need to record ourselves. Whether it’s to check our mistakes, make a track to send to other bandmates, or work on a bandmate, recording bass guitar is a super important skill to anybody in the music industry. I’ve …
There are a plethora of resources for bass lessons online- you have YouTube, free Udemy lessons, and you may even get a couple of your first online lessons for free. This can be awesome but it’s also very confusing to a beginner just starting out on the bass guitar. Perhaps, the biggest drawback of free …
When you’re first starting out on a bass guitar, learning the ropes and mastering the nuances that come with being a bassist can be intimidating. Learning an instrument takes a lot of time and if you haven’t learned any instruments in the past, it can be tricky to stay in beat and pay attention to …
There are some common mistakes that beginner bass players make. Knowing about these will certainly make you a better bassist if you put some effort into improving those mistakes. Most players simply pick up their bass guitars, play something till they feel like it- and call it a day. Do you really think that would …
Tuning a bass guitar is one of the most common things you will need to do on your instrument. Whether you are a beginner who has just picked up an ax or you’re a seasoned player who has got a couple of songs under your belt, you are probably fairly acquainted with the ritual that …
Cleaning your bass guitar may not have crossed your mind just yet but if you’re somebody who is regularly playing bass, and contemplating doing gigs soon, taking care of your instrument is something that should rank pretty high on your list of priorities. Not only is a clean instrument aesthetically more pleasing but it’s also …
So you got your new bass and wish to learn everything out of it, I respect your urges! But to do that you need to have basic knowledge about notes, basic scale, and chords that follow along. Learning a chord is not that easy in a bass guitar as most of them are played via …
How long does it take to play simple bass lines, and how long does it take to master the bass guitar? These can be difficult questions to answer- because the bass guitar encompasses a vast domain- you’ve got easy three-note basslines- and you’ve got jazz basslines with dozens of chords in odd time signatures. Whether …
A bass line generally refers to the series of notes that you tend to play upon your guitar. You need to have a keen interest in the beats, keys, chromatic notes, notes, and scale of the song alongside the play style and feel of the songs. Not only does a bass line have to be …
Reading bass tabs is probably one of the easiest things you can do on the four-string instrument that will help you learn and play songs much faster. Ideally, learning to read and write musical notation is a great idea but not everybody has the time and money to invest in that skill. Also, it takes …
Fancy learning bass scales? Tackling scales on the bass guitar can be very intimidating but it doesn’t have to be. There are way too many scales in music but the truth is- you can get by just fine with just a couple of them, and that’s what most bassists do. They just learn the most …
If you’re a beginner and have always wondered if you can play the bass through a guitar amp, this post is for you. Instead of just a single-word answer, I’m going to break all the theories behind the bass tone and what actually happens when you try to play bass through a guitar amp. The …
Wondering what the easiest songs to learn on guitar are? Whether you’ve just started learning your first couple of chords- or you’re a guitar ninja with many open chords under your belt, this short post will help you choose the next song to learn for you- or even your first! It can be very intimidating …
Power chords are something every beginner should know before they can officially call themselves a rock guitarist. If you’ve ever heard a rock song, you already know that these have plenty of power and intensity into the mix. Power chords are exactly that! Power chords are used all the time by guitarists- and they’re just …
You may be well aware of the fact that musicians don’t always carry their instruments with them. There may be many reasons why you might not have your ax with you- you might be on a holiday or taking your bass with you might not be possible- if that’s the case, you can still practice …
If you are a beginner who has just picked up an electric guitar, you may have broken a string or two- and might be wondering whether to take it to a luthier or replace the strings on your own. Strings sound the best when they are fresh- warm, bright, resonant- there’s quite nothing like the …
The guitar is a fascinating instrument, and what’s even more exciting is that you have thousands of accessories that will make your life as a guitarist easier. One of those accessories is a plectrum, and they will make offer you better dynamic control, as well as help, improve your speed, so there’s no reason, really- …
If you ask a hundred players about what the best way to practice the guitar is, chances are- you will get a hundred different answers. No two players have the same approach to mastering the instrument, and that’s one of the reasons why every player has a unique voice. It’s not a bad thing at …
Have you always wanted to learn to play an instrument? Learning the guitar will not only be an exciting and fulfilling hobby but can also be a great way to learn the ropes of music. Unfortunately, there are many different approaches to learning to play a musical instrument, and if you don’t have proper guidance, …