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    Thanks @grayn just found out tonight that some people change the location of the strap nut to on the horn. I might do that as it will feel more ‘normal’ that way.
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    Looks great @Len_derby luckily mine came with a case. I don’t think I’ll have much luck finding a soft case though!
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    I recently got my hands on a Jack Casady Epiphone Hollowbody, it sounds great and is actually a pretty versatile instrument. It’s got a old-school thumping tone to it and sound good played fingerstyle or with a pick. I've been in the market for a hollowbody for ages and up to now I haven't found one that feels comfortable to play. But with its 34" scale fretboard, this one feels nice under the fingers and is a keeper. I've put together a short review video where you can hear what this bass sounds like and what features it has. I’d love to hear if you've got a hollowbody bass and what you think of this one. Or if you've been thinking about getting a hollowbody bass, what else you've tried out. https://youtu.be/t9ONW4dRw-M
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    Really great choices there @iconic The Positive Force track has the classic ‘Carwash octave pattern’.
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    Same here. it’s surprising the amount of bassists I see who have never thought about articulation though. But I get that just playing the right notes is the challenge initially.
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    https://youtu.be/n_QTUeyKYpQ Isn't She Lovely is a classic Stevie Wonder song which has a fantastic bass line that is challenging and full of gems. But did you know that the original bass line was recorded on bass synth by Stevie himself? Some of the fills are tricky to play on bass because they fall under the fingers more easily on keyboard but they are well worth trying to learn and you can get a lot out of studying this bass line. I've made a video lesson starting with a simplified bass line which will work for the whole song. I then go on to show you some of the extra awesome fills and licks in the bass line. There is something in this lesson for everyone, no matter what level you are at. You'll find the simplified version and full transcription in a free PDF booklet which you can download by clicking the link in the YouTube video description. I've got to say that this was a fun one to transcribe! I’d love to hear what your favourite Stevie Wonder bass line is and how do you get on with playing it?
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    Playing octave patterns can be challenging on the bass guitar because of string skipping and the speed at which you often have to play them. You've probably heard octaves grooves in loads of Disco tunes and these bass patterns are often the most recognisable part of the song. But as well as Disco, mastering octaves is so important for playing in many other styles of music. In my latest lesson I show you the correct techniques to use with your fretting and plucking hands to play different octave patterns. I also show you five classic Disco octave patterns in the video. Let me know your favourite Disco bass line and I’ll look into making a lesson on it.
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    Thanks! Yes I find that up to a certain level, a lot of players just don’t think about articulation. It really does make all the difference.
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    If you want to groove on your bass, lock in with your fellow band mates and cut through the mix then you need to be thinking about how you're articulating on your bass. This involves thinking about note lengths and how you're combining your left and right hand techniques. Focusing on these can make the difference between your bass lines sounding sloppy or sounding rhythmic and tight. In my latest Youtube lesson I show you how to work on your articulation with a bass groove that I've written specifically for this video. You can pick up a free transcription of the bass groove under the video.
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    No worries.
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    I’ve made an arrangement for bass of some well known Christmas carols. Bass plays the melody throughout and you’ll find some interesting time changes! There's a free PDF and a backing track to play along with. It's a really fun play, will get you in the festive mood and is also excellent reading practice for those of you who use the standard notation.There’s also Tab for those of you that prefer it. I demonstrate the medley in a Youtube video so check that out to get some tips on how to play it. Have fun with the medley and have a Merry Christmas.
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    Your book sounds great. We should chat. I’ve got a few books out and I’m planning an arpeggio exercises book!
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    In the early days of playing bass, I discovered something about Pentatonic scales that absolutely blew my mind. I just couldn't believe what I had discovered, that there’s a major and minor pentatonic scale in every key that share the same notes! Looking at the wider picture, I now know why this is and how it can be explained by music theory. But I'm still proud of finding this out all by myself at the time! In a practical context, this discovery massively helps when getting creative with bass fills and licks. You have more fretboard shapes to utilise. Find out more in my latest Youtube lesson...
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    If you want to play faster bass lines and licks then you need to ensure that you can rake. Raking is an easy plucking technique to learn but one that is essential to be able to use when playing certain descending lines. You may be using this technique without even knowing it or you might never use it and find yourself struggling to play certain things. Find out more in my latest video lesson and use the 4 exercises to perfect this technique. There's also a funky loop to practice with! https://youtu.be/lJ9BuZL1PfQ
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    Nice video, cheers.
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    @Happy Jack this is great and a vital part of playing. You’re right that my book is about musical warm-up exercises but the physical warm-up is extremely important too and as you said, both parts compliment each other.
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    After my Five Classic Madness Bass Lines video a couple of weeks ago, I've had my arm twisted to cover another Madness song. So I picked, 'It Must Be Love' because it's got some great Ska techniques in it that you can pinch and use for your own Ska and Reggae bass lines. It's also a great bass line. If you just want to see me play through the whole bass line then check out Video No.149. If you want the free lesson PDF’s you’ll find them under the video in the description. Have fun with this bass line!
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    Cream Live- Crossroads - 1968 - San Francisco I can just imagine the impact this song had on the packed crowds. It must have been pretty incredible at the time when Cream were in full flow. If like me you’ve play this song live and tried to play Jack Bruce’s bass line, you’ll know what a masterpiece it is. It might be one of the most iconic but misplayed bass lines ever! I’ve transcribed the first six choruses note for note and drawn up a PDF. I’ve also made a lesson to show you how to play the main riff and some of Jack Bruce’s licks and ideas. If you want a more manageable bass line then try my simplified version that will work over the whole song I hope you have fun with this one and let me know your favourite Cream bass line. I’m up for transcribing more Jack Bruce! https://youtu.be/XikwAdJIHBk
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    https://youtu.be/a6UJKaTQYRk Any Madness fans? I’ve made a new YouTube lesson featuring five classic Madness bass lines. There’s also a free PDF with Tab and standard notation. Even if you don’t particularly have a preference for Ska, check out the lesson as you’ll learn a lot from these bass lines. They contain arpeggio and root/5th pattens, interesting grooves, walking lines and fast 8th note patterns. All musical concepts that you can take away and use in any style of music. One Step Beyond!
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    That’s the way to be if you want to progress to be a great musician. I’ve always embraced all styles of music and tried to convincing play bass to them while also trying to put a bit of my own style into them too.
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    You’re right. That should be an F natural. Thanks for flagging that up!
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    thanks for answering and no worries getting this thread going again. In my opinion, the application of what you learn in music theory is the interesting and useful part of the picture. You’re not alone with not knowing how to apply this knowledge to your playing. Can I ask if you have a main style that you are currently working on? I can then suggest some of my lessons that should help you. In the meantime others may be able to suggest resources that have helped them with this.
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    https://youtu.be/XBSOfZhnFaY Stevie Ray Vaughan recorded a version of the Hendrix tune, 'Little Wing' with Tommy Shannon on bass. This is a great version and there are 9 choruses of pure guitar joy without any vocals. The track is very much jammed and you can hear Tommy and Stevie working together really instinctively as the time progresses. In my latest video lesson I pick out key parts of the bass line and show you some of the important techniques that Tommy Shannon uses. There is a free PDF of the whole transcription which you can download under the video in the description. Tab and Standard Notation options are available. Enjoy and have a great weekend.
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    That sounds like a lot of fun. I bet they went down well with the crowd!
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    The bass line from 'The Night' by Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons has such a good groove. The bass line really drives from start to finish with no let-up and is pivotal to the song. If you haven’t heard ‘The Night’ then check it out then learn the bass line in my new video lesson. Some of you might find it a bit tough at the full tempo though and could struggle to keep up, so I've also drawn up a simplified version which I'll show you in the video alongside the actual bass line. This simplified version still sounds great when you play it with the song. You can pick up the full transcription and simplified version on PDF under the YouTube video. Have fun, this will get your fingers moving!
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