As a youth, I played double bass in the school orchestra. Decades ago I switched to electric bass. Four years ago I purchased a fretless bass guitar but haven't spent enough quality time with it to get my fingers and ears in shape; I think this exercise will help me a lot - thank you!
I have question. It was kind of confusing to word it out. So, I usually practice the instruments I learn by playing scales. Could you show me an example of what it would look like to play D major that doesn't require any shifting to get a better idea of the finger spacing? So far it looks like you mostly use the 1st and 4th finger.
Hi! Thanks for the great information - if you don't mind, I have a question that I can't phrase clearly enough to get answered on Google. What is the logic behind the numbering of the positions on the bass? (i.e., why no 1 1/2 or 4 1/2?) I am referring to Simandl, I think...
My numerical calculations (using frequency, pitch and string length ratios) suggest that 1st position on a 3/4 bass (41.3 inch scale length) would mean 10.2cm for the tone (A to B), whilst in 4th position, 7.64cm (D to E), a difference of 2.56cm or a 25% reduction. Think my bass must be a bit larger than this...
Don't be discouraged at the start if you're finding it hard as it is a challenge, but once you have the foundations in place it's a lot of fun to play.
Very helpful! Thanks Lauren 🐱❤
Excellent Lauren. I am studying now jumping positions in a natural way. I am excited to incorporate this exercise in my studies.
Thanks Lauren, I just started practicing on the Double Bass three weeks ago and your video's have been a tremendous help;
As a youth, I played double bass in the school orchestra. Decades ago I switched to electric bass. Four years ago I purchased a fretless bass guitar but haven't spent enough quality time with it to get my fingers and ears in shape; I think this exercise will help me a lot - thank you!
That's great! I hope it's helpful for you :)
Thank you for this! It helped me alot! Hehe 😆
I have question. It was kind of confusing to word it out. So, I usually practice the instruments I learn by playing scales. Could you show me an example of what it would look like to play D major that doesn't require any shifting to get a better idea of the finger spacing? So far it looks like you mostly use the 1st and 4th finger.
Hi! Thanks for the great information - if you don't mind, I have a question that I can't phrase clearly enough to get answered on Google. What is the logic behind the numbering of the positions on the bass? (i.e., why no 1 1/2 or 4 1/2?) I am referring to Simandl, I think...
Sure, there are different approaches to numbering positions. From memory, Lauren uses one based on the Rabbath system.
very useful for me. thank you
I'm so glad. Best of luck!
My numerical calculations (using frequency, pitch and string length ratios) suggest that 1st position on a 3/4 bass (41.3 inch scale length) would mean 10.2cm for the tone (A to B), whilst in 4th position, 7.64cm (D to E), a difference of 2.56cm or a 25% reduction. Think my bass must be a bit larger than this...
Wow, you literally did the math! Have you checked this with your own bass? Let us know what you find :)
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O my…. If someone like you can have a problem….. what hope do I have as a new adult student. Arrrgggg.
Don't be discouraged at the start if you're finding it hard as it is a challenge, but once you have the foundations in place it's a lot of fun to play.