Technique
Sweep Arpeggios Across 3 Strings
Here’s some tips for doing 3-string sweep arpeggio patterns on a 4 string bass in a 6-note triplet cycle via two-hand tapping. Remember to practice to a metronome, slowly at first, and focus on ...
Introduction to Scales
Whether you’re just starting out with the bass guitar, or you just need a quick refresher course on the basics of scales, this is a great place to start!
The Pentatonic Scales
I know the name sounds tricky, but pentatonic scales are vital to every bass player. Here’s the basic fingerings of each mode, or at least the ones that I like to use most. The names aren’...
Playing with Runs & Sequences
Here’s another great practice technique for you to use with all of your scales. These sequences can be applied to any succession of notes.
Playing Scales Intervallically
Here’s a good practice tool for developing your understanding of scales. Use this technique with every scale you know, and then try it on the scales you’re not comfortable with.
Playing from Lowest to Highest
This lesson will show you how to play all 12 Major/Minor keys from the lowest note to the highest note of a 4-string bass. This is a fantastic exercise that will help you master every register of the ...
