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Bass Pick vs Fingers – Which Is the Better Technique?

Bass Pick vs Fingers – Which Is the Better Technique?

There is no right or wrong, better or worse when it comes to the topic of bass pick vs fingers. Both techniques have advantages and disadvantages. Playing with your fingers gives more of a thumping, bassy vibe and is good for runs and scales while playing with a pick provides more speed and attack. Disregarding ...

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How Much Does A Bass Guitar Cost? Pricing Guide (2024)

How Much Does A Bass Guitar Cost? Pricing Guide (2024)

Bass guitars have a wide range of prices as the brand, material, construction quality, origin country, and model play key roles in the price. Entry-level models are $200 to $500, mid-level models vary between $500 to $1500, and high-end models can go up to  $15.000 or more. Most bass guitars are electric bass ...

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Bass Guitars With Whammy Bars

Bass Guitars With Whammy Bars

The whammy bar or the tremolo (vibrato) system is common on most electric guitars nowadays but is seldom seen on bass guitars. Because of stronger tension from the bass strings, plus the low relevance it has on a bass guitar, most bassists avoid and/or have not implemented this system too much. For a long time, ...

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The 7 Best Bass Amps for Gigging (2024)

The 7 Best Bass Amps for Gigging (2024)

Whether you're just starting out or performing at a large club, a good bass amp is essential for the right gig size. For small to medium gigs, an amp with a capacity of 100-500 watts is ideal. For bigger gigs, an amp with over 500 or 600 watts is sufficient. Bass is one of the most sought-after sounds in the music ...

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The 7 Best Bass Practice Amps (2024)

The 7 Best Bass Practice Amps (2024)

Choosing a bass amp for home practices can be tricky. You will not only need an amp with a deep and vibrant sound that makes you motivated to play more and more but also an amp that would not make your neighbors annoyed with punchy low frequencies. You would need something lightweight and portable to take it to ...

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The 7 Best Lightweight Bass Guitars (2024)

The 7 Best Lightweight Bass Guitars (2024)

Lightweight bass guitars are ideal for people with back problems, young or beginner bassists, and traveling musicians. Regular bass guitars are heavy instruments, causing shoulder fatigue and back problems in extended use. They are not travel-friendly, making life harder for on-the-go musicians. Fortunately, there ...

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The 10 Best Bass Guitar Brands (2024)

The 10 Best Bass Guitar Brands (2024)

This article goes over the 10 best bass guitar brands out there. These companies have put their mark on the music world by creating some great models of bass guitars over the years. As a passionate bass guitarist who has plenty of experience recording and touring, I certainly want to make sure that other bassists ...

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The 10 Best Bass Guitars for Slap (2024)

The 10 Best Bass Guitars for Slap (2024)

Slapping a bassline is one of the most satisfying playing styles that every bass player dreams of. It sounds genuinely fantastic when done right, but it can be pretty challenging. Although you can slap on any bass guitar with the proper technique, some bass guitars are better suited for the style. My top pick, if ...

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Can You Play Bass With a Guitar Amp?

Can You Play Bass With a Guitar Amp?

A guitar amp is not designed for the low frequencies that are produced by a bass guitar. The result will be a compromised sound overall that might not even sound like you're playing bass. You can also damage your guitar speaker if you're not careful.This is a really common question in the world of music but it has ...

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The 10 Best Acoustic Bass Guitars (2024)

The 10 Best Acoustic Bass Guitars (2024)

When it comes to acoustic bass guitars, it's all about finding that sweet spot between sound quality, playability, and affordability. In this article, we'll take a closer look at the top 10 acoustic bass guitars of the year, covering everything from their build, sound, and versatility that make  My main ...

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The 10 Best Headphones For Bass Guitar Practice (2024)

The 10 Best Headphones For Bass Guitar Practice (2024)

As a bass player, getting the right headphones for practice is a must if you want to improve your sound quality, develop your rhythm, and have a great experience. I've put together a list of the 10 best headphones, from high-end to budget-friendly options that will help you achieve those goals. My main recommended ...

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Best Apps for Bass Players (2024) – Free and Paid Options

Best Apps for Bass Players (2024) – Free and Paid Options

Despite the obvious rumor that bass guitars are easy instruments to learn, it's still hard to truly master the instrument. In this day and age, however, the uprising of apps makes this process a bit less tedious. Learning bass with the use of apps is the modern approach. Apps play a significant role in our daily ...

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