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This Is How Many Strings A Bass Guitar Has (Illustrated)

Knowing how many strings a bass guitar has is the best way to separate it from a guitar. This is also helpful for understanding the role of the instrument, and why some bass players prefer having...

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Bass String Gauge Chart (Light, Medium & Heavy)

The gauge of your bass strings has a massive impact on the sound and playability of your instrument. Not only that, but the gauge of the strings has to be at least partly balanced. This is...

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7 Reasons Why The Bass Is Important In A Band

After playing the bass for 15 years, I`ve heard lots of different opinions about how important the instrument is. Most non-musicians who are unfamiliar with the bass are often curious about it....

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7 Reasons Why You Can`t Hear The Bass in Songs

If you are struggling to hear the bass in songs, you are not alone. This is often the first thing people say when I tell them I play the bass, and to be honest, I even struggle to hear the bass...

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How Many Frets Does A Bass Guitar Have? (Illustrated)

Whether you are looking to pick up your first bass or are in the early stages of learning it, there is one question you will run into sooner rather than later. Namely, how many frets does a bass...

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Is There A Single Bass? (Since There Is A Double Bass)

When talking about the double bass with people who are unfamiliar with the instrument there is one question that often comes up. Namely, if there is a double bass, is there a single bass...

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Hi, I`m Ian. I`ve been playing bass for 15 years now. Metal, indie-rock, pop, and hip-hop are just some of the genres I have experience in and I love exploring new ones. I also hold a bachelor's degree in Musicology from the University of Oslo. I am here to teach you all I know about the bass guitar and make your life as a bassist easier.

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