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The 10 Best Bass Guitars for Kids (2024)

The 10 Best Bass Guitars for Kids (2024)

Starting to play an instrument as a kid is fantastic and has many positive effects on children. However, learning to play bass at a young age can be challenging as it is difficult for kids even to hold the instrument. Just for this reason, many brands offer smaller and more compact bass guitars to allow kids to enjoy ...

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The Differences Between Bass and Double Bass

The Differences Between Bass and Double Bass

The difference between a bass and a double bass is, firstly, the size. Bass guitars are smaller and are commonly used with a bass amplifier. They are played using fingers or sometimes with a pick, whereas the double bass can be played with fingers or a bow.Despite being in the same family of instruments, they do have ...

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What are Walking Bass Lines and How to Play Them?

What are Walking Bass Lines and How to Play Them?

A walking bass line creates a forward motion feeling when played and usually consists of quarter notes that "walk" from chord to chord, hence the name "walking bass line".The walking bass line is essentially used to outline the chord that you are playing and to create a smooth transition into the next chord. The ...

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How to Read Bass Tabs (Easy Guide)

How to Read Bass Tabs (Easy Guide)

Bass tabs or tablatures might be overwhelming at first, but they're intended to make reading music easier. Once you understand this feature, it will open up new horizons for you.There is a reason why these tabs or tablatures have been around for decades now. It's proven to be a surefire system when it comes to ...

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Fretless Bass Guitars – All Your Questions Answered

Fretless Bass Guitars – All Your Questions Answered

If you're a bass player, you've probably already stumbled upon a few different bassists throughout your musical journey that use a fretless bass.You might be asking yourself, what precisely is a fretless bass? I’m hoping to shed some light on this subject and answer all the common questions surrounding the fretless ...

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How to Write a Bass Line (An Easy Guide)

How to Write a Bass Line (An Easy Guide)

A bass line is essentially constructed out of Root notes and their progression on a bass guitar. You might be wondering, what makes a good bass line? This is no secret, as there are actually good tips and formulas that can help you construct a good bass line. A good bass line can help bring out a song even more ...

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How to Teach Yourself to Learn Bass Guitar (6 Tips)

How to Teach Yourself to Learn Bass Guitar (6 Tips)

There are ways to teach yourself how to play the bass. All it takes is making some time and dedication to be a self-taught bass player. This article has a few tips to help you on your journey.Let’s say that you just bought a bass, but don’t want to spend the money or time taking private lessons and have someone ...

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Active Vs Passive Bass Guitars – Which Should You Go For?

Active Vs Passive Bass Guitars – Which Should You Go For?

A passive bass is a normal bass with one tone control and one volume control. An active bass has those as well, but with an additional battery-powered preamp. Simple terms - Passive bass isn’t powered, but an Active bass is.Trying to make the decision between an active and a passive base is a common dilemma these ...

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The 11 Best Bass Guitar Lessons Online (2024)

The 11 Best Bass Guitar Lessons Online (2024)

With all the knowledge on the internet, it’s easier than ever to learn how to play bass guitar. With countless lessons being at your fingertips, as well as platforms that allow services for learning without the stress of having someone looking over your shoulder. Learning to play the bass can be easy if you choose ...

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How to Tune a Bass Guitar (Beginner Guide)

How to Tune a Bass Guitar (Beginner Guide)

When starting out and learning how to play bass, one of the first skills a beginner actually needs is the ability to tune their own bass. Because, no matter how you look at it, an out-of-tune bass just sucks. It can be an intimidating subject, particularly when starting out, but once you learn this trait, you’ll ...

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33 Common Questions about the Bass Guitar (Answered)

33 Common Questions about the Bass Guitar (Answered)

Do you want to know about the bass guitar? You’ve come to the right place. I will answer some of the most common about the bass guitar.When it comes to the subject of bass, here are the most common questions out there.Let’s dive in! 1. Are Bass Guitars Easy To Play? Bass guitars are not easy to play, however, ...

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20 of the Best Basslines of All Time

20 of the Best Basslines of All Time

Nothing compares to the feeling of learning to play your favorite bassline for the first time. It’s safe to say that every bass player out there has his own favorite bassline. So here’s a list of the 20 best basslines of all time. All basslines included in this list are some that have set the example of what it ...

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