Richard Jinman Posted May 17, 2020 Share Posted May 17, 2020 This is a question from a L-plate bassplayer so please go easy on me. I've found it fairly easy moving my thumb between the pick up and the E string and I'm muting the D and G strings with my left hand. So far so good, but occasionally I notice the A string is ringing when I'm playing the D or G. Some players seem to mute the A by moving their thumb from the E string to the A string, but I find this incredibly awkward. Another guy suggested resting the ring finger on the A string, but again I find that completely messes up my two-finger plucking. Wondering what others do and if there's a 'best practice' beyond whatever works for you? Thanks, Richard Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oopsdabassist Posted May 17, 2020 Share Posted May 17, 2020 I mute with my left hand, any spare finger resting lightly on strings not being played. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris_b Posted May 17, 2020 Share Posted May 17, 2020 As well as left hand muting, move your thumb to rest on the A string so that you are also touching the E string when you are playing the D and G. Your hands should never be static. Keep them moving to enable you to place your fingers at the right spot for every note. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Jinman Posted May 17, 2020 Author Share Posted May 17, 2020 Thanks very much ... sounds like I should try moving my thumb to the A and let it touch the E at the same time ... will give it a go 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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