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💥Metal Bass Monday - Episode 74

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…

💥Metal Bass Monday - Episode 73

00:00 - Intro

00:13 - Summer NAMM- what happened?

14:59 - Graphite necks - what's the verdict?

Let's talk about Summer NAMM 2021. What was NAMM like compared to years past, and was it better or worse. What do I…

💥Metal Bass Monday - Episode 72

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…

💥Metal Bass Monday - Episode 72

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…

💥Metal Bass Monday AMA

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…

💥Metal Bass Monday - Episode 70b

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…

💥Metal Bass Monday - Episode 70a

00:00 - Intro  

00:46 - Podcast Update  

02:07 -  Things Need To Change  

03:44 -  Backup Gear  

10:19 -  Time your Live Show  

17:11 -  Have your sound together before the show  

18:57 -  Don't leave anything for fans? Useless…

💥Metal Bass Monday - Episode 69

00:00 - Intro 

00:17 - Flotsam and Jetsam 

02:37 - The 2 Big Reasons You Make Bad Gear Purchases 

09:02 - 5 Myths About Metal Bass Busted! 

Let's bust 5 myths about Metal bass playing! Do you need to dig…

💥Metal Bass Monday AMA

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…

💥Metal Bass Monday - Episode 68b

00:00 - Intro 

00:55 - Podcast announcement 

02:09 - Gear sale 

03:58 - Why bass needs to be different from guitar 

08:49 - The Guitar riff example 

09:27 - Demonstration of the pattern 

10:25 - How to find the hidden…

💥Metal Bass Monday - Episode 68a

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…

💥Metal Bass Monday - Episode 67

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.  

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💥Metal Bass Monday - Episode 66

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…

💥Metal Bass Monday - Episode 65

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…

💥Metal Bass Monday - Episode 64

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…

💥Metal Bass Monday - Episode 63 Live AMA!

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💥Metal Bass Monday - Episode 62

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…

💥Metal Bass Monday - Episode 61

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…

💥Metal Bass Monday Live AMA

Metal Bass Monday Live- Ask Me Anything. We'll talk gear, chops, and all things Metal Bass!

💥Metal Bass Monday - Episode 59

Metal Bass Monday! 

Voice Of Dissent - Subverses Book 1 

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💥Metal Bass Monday - Episode 58

Metal Bass Monday! 

A simple hack to make your shred seamless all over the neck! 

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💥Metal Bass Monday - Episode 56

Metal Bass Monday! 

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! 

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💥Metal Bass Monday - Episode 55

Metal Bass Monday! 

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. 

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💥Metal Bass Monday - Episode 54

Metal Bass Monday! 

In today's show, we'll get a set of new skills in our toolbox to be able to solo and improv any time! 

Learn how to riff in the moment by understanding ideas like scale harmonization and sequencing…

💥Metal Bass Monday - Episode 53

Metal Bass Monday!  

What are my pics for essential bass gear/desert island must-haves?! 

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