Why aren't you improving even with Lessons? Why do you seem to practice for long periods, but never get better? Let's see how to get the most from our practice, and make huge improvements in our bass guitar playing with…
Let's look at several ways to learn or transcribe difficult songs. We'll examine why some songs are so hard to accurately transcribe, and ways to increase your odds or learning them correctly. We'll also talk about why tablature and videos…
Let's look at several ways to learn or transcribe difficult songs. We'll examine why some songs are so hard to accurately transcribe, and ways to increase your odds or learning them correctly. We'll also talk about why tablature and videos…
Join me for a live Q&A on recording for bass. How to get started recording, essential gear for recording, how to use plug-ins, and creating drums to accompany yourself. How to get started with practicing and songwriting, and get the…
You should be learning these 5 songs to drastically level up you bass playing! Expand your ability to write bass lines that don't follow guitar, learn to innovate your tone, technique, and options. Learn to create innovative metal and rock…
Let's talk about developing speed, and why many people hit a wall. The 5 major reasons your chops aren't developing, and why you never get to the level of speed you are hoping for. Developing real speed on bass can…
How to use compression to get better-distorted tones, add definition and grit, and get the sound you've been trying to pull out of your distortion pedals!
Bass compression is a mystery for many players. Let's cover compression for bass completely…
Let's dive into my interview with David Ellefson. David gave us a wealth of information, and it's definitely worth discussing and revisiting the points. David also spoke about some instruments he used on Megadeth albums that you might not expect.
Let's look into my complete setup and methodology for digital recording for bass. I go into recording my bass using virtual instruments and reamping. I also cover how important getting a clean signal for digital recording is, and then using…
Can fretless bass be used in metal? Can a good metal tone be gotten from fretless? Fretless bass has been an intimidating idea for lots of players. Getting perfect intonation and an aggressive attack to compete with a wall of…
Is 6 string bass a valid instrument that can contribute to most band's music or just a novelty for want-to-be soloists? Let's take a look at the advantages 6-string bass offers the player, and decide if its use is more…
Many players take pride in being self-taught. Is this a myth? Can any musician actually teach themselves? We will also cover a whole mental approach to improve our improv and writing skills so that you always have new ideas and…
Let's get to the bottom of why the prices for guitar, bass, and music gear have gone through the ceiling. New prices have risen sharply in the past year. Used gear has also risen massively, making finding a deal on…
What is the metal bass verdict on the New Gojira single - Born for one thing? We'll also take a look at a bass treasure from the past, and practice techniques that are overlooked by nearly everybody!
Can you really get a Spector Euro LX 5 string bass for 500.00? We look into options for getting one of the most sought after rock and metal basses for minimal cash.