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link to The Bass Of Doom – Jaco Pastorius` Fender Jazz Bass

The Bass Of Doom – Jaco Pastorius` Fender Jazz Bass

Jaco Pastorius` bass of doom is one of the most well-known bass guitars in the world. Yet, few bassists who have reached a similar level of success as him are as well-known for their instruments....

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link to 9 Simple Ways To Hear The Bass In Music Better

9 Simple Ways To Hear The Bass In Music Better

When I first became a fan of music, I admittedly didn`t notice the bass at all. It was only when I joined my first band as a keyboardist I noticed how integral the bass guitar was for the sound of...

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link to 14 Reasons Bassists Wear Gloves (with sound example)

14 Reasons Bassists Wear Gloves (with sound example)

While most bassists don`t wear gloves when playing the bass, I`ve found that it has become more and more common over the years. For some, wearing gloves is helpful for preserving the health of...

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link to 7 Reasons The Bass Guitar Is Not a Useless Instrument

7 Reasons The Bass Guitar Is Not a Useless Instrument

Recently, I heard the claim that the bass is a useless instrument. While it`s been a while since I`ve heard this sentiment, it`s one that I`ve run into a couple of times since I picked up the...

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link to Playing Bass Guitar With A Bow (is it even possible?)

Playing Bass Guitar With A Bow (is it even possible?)

Lately, I`ve been listening to some guitar players who use violin bows. This got me thinking, can you play the bass guitar with a bow as well? Personally, I`ve only tried to play the bass with an...

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link to Bass Blisters – How To Treat, Avoid, And Deal With Them

Bass Blisters – How To Treat, Avoid, And Deal With Them

This post contains affiliate links Most bass guitarists tend to develop blisters at some point. Usually, this happens sooner rather than later. I developed blisters in a matter of days when I...

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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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