While I have yet to own a headless bass guitar, it's hard to say why. Every time I have tried one I found it to hold several advantages over basses with headstocks. So what makes them different, and...
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Playing chords on the bass guitar is somewhat of an enigma. There is nothing stopping them, but few bassists seem to use chords the same way guitarists do. So why is that? Through trial and error,...
You might have noticed that some bassists have a fret wrap at the nut of their bass. In general, this is to help them get a cleaner sound. But if fret wraps are so great, why is not everyone using...
The bass guitar is a physically demanding instrument, due to its long neck and thick strings. Thus, playing it incorrectly or excessively can result in wrist pains in your fretting hand. So, how do...
Using a coin as a bass pick is a playstyle that many bassists are familiar with, but few utilize. There are many ways to play the bass guitar, and an eternal debate over which is the best. The...
Cold hands are a bassist's worst nightmare. The speed and fluidity of your playing suffer when your fingers are cold. This feels frustrating and can hamper a rehearsal session or live...