I just discovered this gentleman and am sad to learn he is no longer with us. This lesson will keep me busy for months. What a passionate style. Really makes you want to learn. Thank you.
Jim you Rock !!!! And are an awesome teacher ..I've been playing for years professionally .your just what I've been seeking plus more with your charming invites to keep going ... Thanks sincerely. Now I have hope ! Blaine ward (lucky tongue band)
I recently began playing again after not touching my bass for many years. My goal is to be much better than I was before, and have been exploring many different teachers and lessons online. I just came across your lessons, and absolutely love them. You've got a great teaching style, and I feel that I'm going to learn so much from you. Thank you so much for being online and sharing your knowledge and talent.
I only recently discover your channel and I just wanted to say that I really enjoy your teaching style. This is exactly the type of material I've been looking for to take my playing to the next level. Thank you so much, you are appreciated!
Not sure I have a favorite, they're all great. I'm really wanting to learn the motown type of grooves and it seems that everyone on UA-cam is mostly interested in slap bass (yuck) so finding good quality old school teaching is difficult.
Valuable lesson! A much more nuanced way of working that just locking in with the kick drum. Then keeping the bass rhythm constant and changing the notes... a recipe for success!
I glad you are a bass guitar teacher because I just purchased a brand new tagima bass tjb4 ashe finish. I'm very interested. I'm going to be practicing 4 to 6 hours a day
Hello Jim, I have put this on my to do list next weekend. I am still struggling with a big exercise where I start at the third fret till way up to the 20th fret. I’m still fighting how to put my fingers. I can’t reach the high notes with my pinky so my ring finger has to do it. It is hard to say the least. But this is a great exercise. Love that slide you did at the end. THATS MOTOWN. GREETINGS FROM HOLLAND.
Thank you for your lessons! I know this video may be several years old but hopefully you check your comments from time to time. By any chance is your red amp head a Walter Woods or is it a TC Electronics? WW amps are amazing if you can find one.
Sir B, The truth ... I use the Squiers because they are relatable. For many years I have heard students complain, "Man, I can't learn to play like you, you have a $5000 bass and only have a cheap imitation." I have seen this sentiment expressed so much that many players have built up a resentment to any one playing an expensive instrument. When I began my Real Bass Lessons channel about three years ago, I decided to play/teach (most of the time) using a bass that anyone could afford to purchase. I actually went to two different music stores, "setup up" and played ALL the less expensive basses in the stores. I bought a handful of Squiers because I liked the feel. I changed out the pickups in all of them, replaced with Nordstrand, and did a little fret work to the ones that needed it. The Squire basses I own are an excellent value and serve my purpose well.
David, I understand that stage of development. I suggest you watch many of my Motown videos here, and PLAY ALONG WITH ME. It will come if you repeat enough. ;) Also, I suggest you do this series of small lessons. I think you would love it. www.stinnettmusicdownloadables.com/Stinnett_Music_Downloadables/follow_book_motown.html
Hi, Jim, where can I get your books? Thanks for your lessons, nowadays bass players tend to forget what our instrument is about and you focus on what's really important: playing bass is about... playing bass.
Jim, on another video of yours that I was watching I heard you mention a website to find some of your transcriptions and other info at. Can you possibly post a link to it?
Hey David, Here is a link to one of sites, Stinnett Music Downloadables, where there are tons of lines, solos, transcriptions, practice vids, etc. Enjoy! www.stinnettmusicdownloadables.com/Stinnett_Music_Downloadables/home.html
Today I've spent some time playing here with Jim... he's no longer with us but in a way he's still here teaching... God bless ya, Jim!
This guy was a legend.
I just discovered this gentleman and am sad to learn he is no longer with us. This lesson will keep me busy for months. What a passionate style. Really makes you want to learn. Thank you.
Jim you Rock !!!! And are an awesome teacher ..I've been playing for years professionally .your just what I've been seeking plus more with your charming invites to keep going ...
Thanks sincerely. Now I have hope !
Blaine ward (lucky tongue band)
you are one of the greatest teachers, ur lessons has been so useful, much appreciation from Berlin..
Marfo, Thanks for your kind words. Glad you like the lessons. :)
Favourite online bass teacher I've found
I recently began playing again after not touching my bass for many years. My goal is to be much better than I was before, and have been exploring many different teachers and lessons online. I just came across your lessons, and absolutely love them. You've got a great teaching style, and I feel that I'm going to learn so much from you. Thank you so much for being online and sharing your knowledge and talent.
You are welcome. Best of luck.
I only recently discover your channel and I just wanted to say that I really enjoy your teaching style. This is exactly the type of material I've been looking for to take my playing to the next level. Thank you so much, you are appreciated!
You are welcome David. I am glad these are working for you. Which RBL vid is your favorite?
Not sure I have a favorite, they're all great. I'm really wanting to learn the motown type of grooves and it seems that everyone on UA-cam is mostly interested in slap bass (yuck) so finding good quality old school teaching is difficult.
More motown coming your way. ;)
David, not sure if you know about these: www.stinnettmusicdownloadables.com/Stinnett_Music_Downloadables/follow_book_motown.html
Valuable lesson! A much more nuanced way of working that just locking in with the kick drum. Then keeping the bass rhythm constant and changing the notes... a recipe for success!
Thanks Jim! Congrats on 100! Keep them coming man.
Hey Jason, You are welcome. I am so glad you like them.
This is so Cool Jim lives on teaching us forever. My Bass playing continues to go from strength to strength.
Congrats on # 100...yep, please don't stop, these lessons are excellent and very helpful. Thanks
Glad you are liking them. Thanks for your support.
Still playing along Jim. 8/12/22 Peace up there!
Love it as always. Congrats on #100! You Rock!
I like the "love." :) Thank you.
Congratulations on the 100 posting excellent lesson Jim very much appreciated best wishes Paul
Thanks for your continued support Paul. I appreciate your appreciation. :)
Thank the Lord you're normal! You actually make mistakes and laugh - gives us all hope!
... as normal as could be. :)
Really good lesson, great explanation and easy to follow along to. Subscribed.
Glad you like it.
You’re making me a better bass player, and a better teacher. Thank you!
You are welcome.
Congrats on 100. Loving the Motown book.
Glad you are liking the book. Thanks.
Thanks for another great video Jim… enjoyed playing along mucho… CONGRATULATIONS on getting to the 100 mark.
This lesson change my life! :)
Thanks for another great lesson & congratulations on the 100th video. Hope you have a Great Thanksgiving! Can't wait to get your new book.
Happy Thanksgiving to you too! :)
I glad you are a bass guitar teacher because I just purchased a brand new tagima bass tjb4 ashe finish. I'm very interested. I'm going to be practicing 4 to 6 hours a day
Hello Jim, I have put this on my to do list next weekend. I am still struggling with a big exercise where I start at the third fret till way up to the 20th fret. I’m still fighting how to put my fingers. I can’t reach the high notes with my pinky so my ring finger has to do it. It is hard to say the least. But this is a great exercise. Love that slide you did at the end. THATS MOTOWN. GREETINGS FROM HOLLAND.
Great lesson, Jim! Congrats on #100! 🤗
Mike, I am so fortunate to have a great following, like you. It keeps me motivated!
Real Bass Lessons You keep me motivated! Thanks so much!
Thank you for teaching real music for bass players!
You are welcome. :)
I enjoy the simple approach. I mean no disrespect to those who can play amazingly all over the place. I just want to be solid and improved.
Solid is always an admired quality in bass playing. ;)
Congratulations on Your 100th! Keep up the great work and videos!
Thanks. I like your profile pic. I too fly fish. :)
Where do you trout fish?
Sweet...
And, congrats on # 100...
Thank you for your lessons! I know this video may be several years old but hopefully you check your comments from time to time. By any chance is your red amp head a Walter Woods or is it a TC Electronics? WW amps are amazing if you can find one.
Good stuff
GREAT
Please tell us why you play Squier basses. I too love Squier. Don’t stop teaching please.
Sir B, The truth ... I use the Squiers because they are relatable. For many years I have heard students complain, "Man, I can't learn to play like you, you have a $5000 bass and only have a cheap imitation." I have seen this sentiment expressed so much that many players have built up a resentment to any one playing an expensive instrument.
When I began my Real Bass Lessons channel about three years ago, I decided to play/teach (most of the time) using a bass that anyone could afford to purchase. I actually went to two different music stores, "setup up" and played ALL the less expensive basses in the stores. I bought a handful of Squiers because I liked the feel. I changed out the pickups in all of them, replaced with Nordstrand, and did a little fret work to the ones that needed it.
The Squire basses I own are an excellent value and serve my purpose well.
Real Bass Lessons I agree and thank you for the response.
in England when you reach 100 you get a telegram from the Queen! i dont know if she is a subscriber to your channel... well done. heres to many more.
HA HA! I am not sure if the Queen is a subscriber, but, she should be! Thanks for your Royal Support. :) p.s. maybe you could send her a link ....
RIP
Could you do a lesson on executing muted/ghost notes? I'm struggling to do it without some harmonics coming through.
David, I understand that stage of development. I suggest you watch many of my Motown videos here, and PLAY ALONG WITH ME. It will come if you repeat enough. ;)
Also, I suggest you do this series of small lessons. I think you would love it.
www.stinnettmusicdownloadables.com/Stinnett_Music_Downloadables/follow_book_motown.html
Hi, Jim, where can I get your books? Thanks for your lessons, nowadays bass players tend to forget what our instrument is about and you focus on what's really important: playing bass is about... playing bass.
All my book are here: www.stinnettmusicbookstore.com/stinnett_music_book_store/SM_book_store.html
Jim, on another video of yours that I was watching I heard you mention a website to find some of your transcriptions and other info at. Can you possibly post a link to it?
Hey David, Here is a link to one of sites, Stinnett Music Downloadables, where there are tons of lines, solos, transcriptions, practice vids, etc. Enjoy! www.stinnettmusicdownloadables.com/Stinnett_Music_Downloadables/home.html
hey Jim, my one and only teacher :)
can i download that beat you are using somewhere?
Filip, it's just my computer, Garage Band
Mt hs