mep Posted March 5, 2011 Share Posted March 5, 2011 I have just seen an advert for this in the February edition of Bass Player and felt compelled to share it with you all. [attachment=73991:Couch_Potato.jpg] Let's face it—we all practice in front of the TV sometimes, so why not make the best of it? The Couch Potato Bass Workout is a fun, straightforward, no-frills approach to building bass technique while watching your favorite TV show or just vegging out on the couch. It's perfect for bassists of all levels and styles looking to develop speed, strength, and accuracy. Learn the proper posture for sitting on a couch while playing bass, how to practice without driving your couchmate crazy, basic finger mechanics, and even ways to work your flexors and extensors. With tons of exercises and licks to develop your technique in astonishing ways, The Couch Potato Bass Workout is your ticket to advancing as a bassist—all while sitting on your couch! [url="http://www.alfred.com/Products/The-Couch-Potato-Bass-Workout--00-36736.aspx"]http://www.alfred.com/Products/The-Couch-P...--00-36736.aspx[/url] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Academy Posted March 5, 2011 Share Posted March 5, 2011 I'll definitely order it...but only after I've watched Eastenders. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blademan_98 Posted March 5, 2011 Share Posted March 5, 2011 Oh yes! I shall sit with my Sue Ryder bass and work it baby! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul_5 Posted March 5, 2011 Share Posted March 5, 2011 Nice idea - questionable RH technique though. Just let me consult my Alexander technique manuals for the optimum position for this sort of thing.....oh, there isn't one. There IS one for having a poo though, what are the odds? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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