Is This The HARDEST Slap Bass Solo EVER?!

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  • @CharlesBerthoud
    @CharlesBerthoud  4 роки тому +564

    Which was your favourite solo? 👇🏻

    • @Oday.Adam.
      @Oday.Adam. 4 роки тому +28

      The fifth one 😉👍🌷

    • @pufferfish7859
      @pufferfish7859 4 роки тому +103

      The ones where they played bass

    • @divine203
      @divine203 4 роки тому +7

      Your like, let's see if I can play it, but u end up not playing but destroying the solo 😂😂

    • @bombasstisch7057
      @bombasstisch7057 4 роки тому +9

      I love Classical Thump, it is such a beautiful piece. I can only play one or two minutes of it, because it is so difficult... But "Tapical Thump" is even better than Classical Thump!

    • @hanisalloum3957
      @hanisalloum3957 4 роки тому +6

      Teen Town was amazing 👏

  • @ElValuador
    @ElValuador 4 роки тому +473

    Charles has the unique ability to polish everything he plays.

    • @lawnmower16
      @lawnmower16 4 роки тому +21

      Everything he plays sounds so clean and precise, almost like a bass robot. But not in a bad way! It's still got a character that I would recognize as his somehow

    • @tautvydaskuras7060
      @tautvydaskuras7060 4 роки тому +42

      Not sure if that's just a coincidence, or intended punch-line as Wojtek is from Poland, he's polish 😅

    • @sgt_chouquette2414
      @sgt_chouquette2414 4 роки тому +13

      Agree. For Wojtek though, I think Charles wasn't wacking his bass enough to fully achieve the dynamics and power of the solo

    • @lred1383
      @lred1383 4 роки тому +7

      @@sgt_chouquette2414 That, and he didn't bend the neck even once. Those neck bends add a lot to it

    • @faouzi1896
      @faouzi1896 4 роки тому

      ua-cam.com/video/Dt1APRRddS4/v-deo.html

  • @georgewilliams5833
    @georgewilliams5833 3 роки тому +282

    Charles, you are an inspiration. I have been playing bass 40 years. You took the several of toughest and most iconic bass solos, from some of the best bassists in the world, and played improved and better sounding versions of them all, in a beautifully understated way, as if it was nothing. Well played sir.

    • @yubasunproductions2494
      @yubasunproductions2494 3 роки тому +2

      yeah damn

    • @artennsa6899
      @artennsa6899 Рік тому +7

      Wojtek's original sounded better than Charles

    • @earlsabir6338
      @earlsabir6338 Рік тому +1

      ​​@@artennsa6899"better than all" was a stretch. Being able to sound above average for a copy was enough credit due. It's what a lot of us bass players are striving for more or less already, unless you're creating new music... 🎶🎸🎵

    • @bgrove777
      @bgrove777 6 місяців тому

      ​@@artennsa6899say you

  • @synowie_eteru
    @synowie_eteru 2 роки тому +338

    Wojtek Pilichowski is one of the best bass players in the world. I love his style and musicality. Thanks for showing off his performance. Greetings from Poland.

  • @Ludiscere
    @Ludiscere 4 роки тому +456

    honestly, you are by a distance one of the best bass players i have ever ever ever seen. absolutely bewildered by every single video you put out. legitimately generational talent mate, keep it up!

    • @monsieurerf
      @monsieurerf 4 роки тому +1

      completely OK with you!!

    • @BeheadedKamikaze
      @BeheadedKamikaze 4 роки тому +5

      Couldn't agree more. Charles is awesome!!

    • @snactimusmaximus
      @snactimusmaximus 4 роки тому +5

      I was just sitting here thinking the same thing and wondering if I’m wrong.

    • @PedroClavel
      @PedroClavel 4 роки тому +6

      Yes!! Charles is one of a kind. I’m very proud with Charles growth here on youtube. But he definitely deserves more audience.

    • @silenthill5794
      @silenthill5794 3 роки тому +5

      Ok not to start any kind of a conflict with you, you say Charles is "one of the best" you've ever seen. Give us a single name of a better bass player that you've seen....because I'll say it, Charles is the best bass player I've ever seen.

  • @olvinjanoisin2255
    @olvinjanoisin2255 4 роки тому +71

    It’s not that you are able to play these, it’s how you play them. So clean, no fret noises, perfect timing, clear and punchy sound and you can hear every single note. Amazing.

  • @motooilermotooiler9597
    @motooilermotooiler9597 2 роки тому +43

    To dig out Pilichowskis solo might be one miracle but to cover this in such a proficient way is another one. You are nothing short of amazing mate. Best regards from Poland!
    Been following you for some time now and as a fellow amateur guitarist I am just stunned by your progress. God level.

  • @M2Mil7er
    @M2Mil7er 4 роки тому +516

    I think you may just be the most technically proficient bassist living right now, Charles. Can literally cop _anything_ out there, and still outplay it. Your hard work, and natural proclivities have served you well, young master.

    • @hatemkarboul4399
      @hatemkarboul4399 4 роки тому +21

      Marcus Miller just told you you're the best xD

    • @VyatcheslavGetMean
      @VyatcheslavGetMean 4 роки тому +4

      @@hatemkarboul4399 Теперь понятно ради чего Чарльз столько трудился))

    • @MrHappy702
      @MrHappy702 4 роки тому +14

      We may be witnessing the next bass virtuoso of our time.

    • @jacurururur8848
      @jacurururur8848 4 роки тому +9

      check out Nate Navarro

    • @M2Mil7er
      @M2Mil7er 4 роки тому +5

      @@jacurururur8848 he too is incredible.

  • @a.d.358
    @a.d.358 4 роки тому +95

    I come from Poland, and Wojtek is one of the reasons why I'm proud of it 🤗🇵🇱

  • @StudioPiosenkiMartinello
    @StudioPiosenkiMartinello Рік тому +43

    Your version of Wojtek Pilichowski solo is insane!!!!! Sound and precision of playing is perfect!

    • @oscarleijontoft
      @oscarleijontoft 4 місяці тому +1

      But he forgot to wear a Vojtek baseball slap cap.😅

  • @zyndeco6659
    @zyndeco6659 4 роки тому +43

    Wow. This guy plays the cleanest, most consistent, perfectly muted and timed (open to close) bass notes I've EVER heard, on all playing styles, at ANY speed, which is INSANE!! Bravo Sir, Bravo.

  • @quinnclancy780
    @quinnclancy780 4 роки тому +159

    When charles makes a video called "can i play..." All he really means is "I got really bored so i learned these songs enjoy"

  • @edwardwilliams2438
    @edwardwilliams2438 2 роки тому +12

    As a total novice in the arena of slap bass....YOU, my friend,... are Stellar! Not only to imitate but to originate!! There is something earthy and organic about the bass guitar....and I admire anyone who has the control of the language of music.....you are Special!! Love your channel.....KUDOS!

  • @maplethemann
    @maplethemann 3 роки тому +521

    When Charles says "Let's see if I can pull this off" he's really saying: "Watch me effortlessly play this solo and put my own spin on it"

    • @karsweirds
      @karsweirds 3 роки тому +9

      Haha exactly that.

    • @icerodtv155
      @icerodtv155 3 роки тому +4

      Haha 💯

    • @jonathann.5754
      @jonathann.5754 3 роки тому +9

      Talent like this can only be because of rigorous exercice.

    • @mikshank5039
      @mikshank5039 2 роки тому +12

      I think I can safely say that I've seen most of the top bass players in the world. But with Charles B, he can mimic the top bass player Styles and add his own spin to it. So in my opinion, I would have to say that he is the best bass player in the world!

    • @nikolaikirkanovic
      @nikolaikirkanovic 2 роки тому +2

      He is a master of bass surely and I like his playing more than Davie's. But like everyone else I believe the good composer-bass player is always a better one than the rest, UA-camrs or not. (For me)

  • @6AL-4V
    @6AL-4V 4 роки тому +49

    Charles is undoubtedly one of the best bass players in the world. Just love this guy.

    • @craigrice007
      @craigrice007 3 роки тому

      Hey titanium alloy, what you riding?

  • @ezeee595
    @ezeee595 Рік тому +14

    Things don't just happen by accident. What we see on display here is, years of practice, dedication to your chosen art form and never giving up - plus raw natural talent.

  • @JeffreyMiddelveld
    @JeffreyMiddelveld 4 роки тому +23

    Dude, you're probably one of the best bassplayers of this era. Absolutely love how you actually manage to play everything you come across. No matter the effort, you're just doing it anyway. Truly amazing, can't help but admiring your amazing talent. Keep the good work up!

  • @justinkleinschroth2992
    @justinkleinschroth2992 4 роки тому +88

    "Let's see if I can play it" like we don't already know that he can. At this point I'd be amazed if there's a bassline that stumps Charles!

    • @jacurururur8848
      @jacurururur8848 4 роки тому +1

      you’ll be amazed when you watch this video then

    • @IconArcade
      @IconArcade 4 роки тому +2

      I mean, he can play, but you can see on the last one for example, it doesn't sound as clean as the original as he's getting close to his limit. So there's still a bit of challenge when we takes on these.
      Anyway. His powers continue to grow stronger! So awesome!

    • @emilianoaguayo47
      @emilianoaguayo47 4 роки тому

      @@IconArcade i mean, he's still learning at a pretty fast rate

    • @SimonBrisbane
      @SimonBrisbane 3 роки тому

      He’s the ultimate emulator. Hopefully he can create something original and iconic that will outlast us all.

  • @andylee6228
    @andylee6228 18 днів тому

    The quality you bring to all these superstars performances is that you manage to play the same thing but with greater clarity - I'm impressed. I think your take on the first Marcus Miller was the funniest I've ever seen you. Keep are it.

  • @saesang352
    @saesang352 4 роки тому +125

    The Wojtek one is the craziest solo I’ve ever seen. There are very few UA-cam videos of people trying to replicate it

    • @freshmindnow
      @freshmindnow 4 роки тому +4

      It was designed never to be replicated and then ...

    • @faouzi1896
      @faouzi1896 4 роки тому +4

      ua-cam.com/video/Dt1APRRddS4/v-deo.html

    • @freshmindnow
      @freshmindnow 4 роки тому +2

      @@faouzi1896 precisely! :-) Seen him live in Royal Albert Hall. Life changing experience.

    • @VirtuosicFantasies
      @VirtuosicFantasies 3 роки тому +1

      @@faouzi1896 Thanks for sharing 👍🏻

    • @kessler1476
      @kessler1476 2 роки тому +1

      It is even one of the worst, coz it sounds rly bad (i'm talking about the "impossible" part). Hard doesnt mean good. Charles basslines always sound terrific instead.

  • @jackjarate38
    @jackjarate38 4 роки тому +1573

    Some people say they watch Davie for humourous purposes and Charles for the music, now I watch Charles for both of them.

    • @gilb_4
      @gilb_4 4 роки тому +120

      No need to fight, I still watch both

    • @renkazakiewich427
      @renkazakiewich427 4 роки тому +32

      I still watch the holy musicians - Two Set, Herman & Davie. Charles is still next-level.

    • @ejaurand
      @ejaurand 4 роки тому +98

      Honestly, I don't watch much davie anymore.

    • @irwinscott
      @irwinscott 4 роки тому +69

      I can’t stand David504 I don’t think he’s funny at all, he’s talented but cringe as

    • @fckdbrain
      @fckdbrain 4 роки тому +25

      even better, now I watch only Charles

  • @leejackowsky7835
    @leejackowsky7835 2 роки тому +1

    Best bass content on the web IMO. Been playing for over 20 years, finding your page has brought me back into trying to learn new techniques and sharpen already existing ones. Been keenly watching what you do trying to steal some pointers so I hope the videos never stop!

  • @meditatingdog
    @meditatingdog 3 роки тому +17

    Wojtek's solo was a be(a)st one, not just the technique but the feel and energy, omg, incredible. Victor W., Marcus M. created amazing hard solos and others too, but his was just another level.

  • @wellsfam700
    @wellsfam700 3 роки тому +102

    People who haven't tried a bass or guitar might not realize how much skill these guys have

    • @BlueZirnitra
      @BlueZirnitra 2 роки тому +14

      I don't play either and I can see how hard it is. The effort, dexterity, speed is obvious. Not to mention if you've listened to music all your life you can hear the difference between this and your average bass. You don't have to play to recognise sloppy Vs precise or funky playing.
      Music is mostly consumed by non musicians don't forget. I might not be able to replicate it, but I'm sure as hell feeling it.

  • @artturipetaja3486
    @artturipetaja3486 2 роки тому +4

    I'm a guitarist but I never get tired of watching and listening to your funky base awesomeness! I'll be back for more, and more...

  • @The_Necrogeddon
    @The_Necrogeddon 3 роки тому +147

    Wojtek is a bass God and hugely underrated

    • @Duh6666666
      @Duh6666666 3 роки тому

      No kidding, I just discovered him a few months back and I really like looking for bass players that are out of the box types, search engines must really compartmentalize search results.

    • @leepek3575
      @leepek3575 3 роки тому +3

      Because he is from Poland guys, not many ppl from eastern europe from early 80 are famous ;)

    • @over9k874
      @over9k874 2 роки тому +8

      @@leepek3575 I am too, as well from 80's and I can say, being a Pole from 80's makes you 100 times less likely to be famous. The ones that are famous had to go trough much longer and difficult process than people from the west, simply coz there was less or even total zero money pumped in their fame. So you have had to become a "bass-God", before somebody really paid attention to you. Then, if your band sings in Polish and you stick with them, you may still be born much later, God-of-whatever, but you will get no recognition worldwide, ever.

    • @leepek3575
      @leepek3575 2 роки тому +9

      @@over9k874 Ścierański, Pilichowski, Tkaczyk, Jurecki, Skawiński, Raduli, Borysewicz.... so many GOD/GOAT guys with the skill like the G3 Musicians, but in Poland... being a virtuoso doesn't sell

    • @over9k874
      @over9k874 2 роки тому +1

      @@leepek3575 very true, but one want to be a virtuoso, another one aim to sell. Yet another one thinks to entertain live. Doing something really good, may be actually priceless, you won't be able to progress same way as when focusing on stuff that sells out.

  • @juampialarcon7116
    @juampialarcon7116 4 роки тому +4

    Mad respect men, I have seen this "impossible slap solo" clips for years and I've never seen anyone dare to play them, I thought they were just impossible, and its just really satifying to see you play them all with such great quality...thank you so much. Big fan

  • @jamesluellen9545
    @jamesluellen9545 10 місяців тому +1

    Bro you are cold. I don't give to many people compliments. You are effortless simulating all those bass line. You don't hit not a bad note. Perfection. You actually perfecting the original versions.

  • @jujarven
    @jujarven 4 роки тому +11

    Your precision and clean execution is just mind blowing to me. I can’t but to just admire and enjoy it.

    • @SinayBass
      @SinayBass 4 роки тому

      Hey ! Made a positive funky bass video solo what u think ? Peace bro @

  • @williamsaltsman6537
    @williamsaltsman6537 10 місяців тому +3

    OF COURSE YOU CAN!!! You're the best of the best!.... Hands down!!!

  • @RyanSmithGuitar
    @RyanSmithGuitar 4 роки тому +161

    Wojtek is a bass beast can’t believe I’ve never heard of him fantastic video as always Charles!🙌

    • @faouzi1896
      @faouzi1896 4 роки тому +3

      ua-cam.com/video/Dt1APRRddS4/v-deo.html

    • @ajgor64
      @ajgor64 3 роки тому +13

      Wojtek Pilichowski is the best Polish bassist. He has been playing for many years and published books for bass players many years ago.

    • @groovefretboard
      @groovefretboard 3 роки тому +3

      Check my patented fretboard invention. I include a part in my new vid where I show all the parts where Wojtek pulls the G string over FretCrowns to add extra note to pulloffs. It’s an interesting style he pioneered

    • @allifonso
      @allifonso 3 роки тому +3

      @@ajgor64 he is best in his own category. but if you talk about the Best polish bassist please do not forget about Krzysztof Scieranski. they are both the Best, not only in Poland. they are as good as wooten and Miller, bona and so because theg have their style, own voice. like Miles.

    • @ajgor64
      @ajgor64 3 роки тому +2

      @@allifonso Yes!!! You are absolotelly right!! Krzysztof Scierański is also master of the bass guitar. He is part of the Pantheon of bass guitar Gods, too!!!

  • @M2Mil7er
    @M2Mil7er 4 роки тому +335

    Crowd funding to buy Charles a camera with a faster shutter speed.

    • @einarabelc5
      @einarabelc5 4 роки тому

      Honestly....

    • @Mongooolmaagtal
      @Mongooolmaagtal 4 роки тому

      Wat daz it mean?

    • @danielschwegler5220
      @danielschwegler5220 4 роки тому +2

      @@Mongooolmaagtal it means to crowd found to make Charles buy that camera he mentioned

    • @Mongooolmaagtal
      @Mongooolmaagtal 4 роки тому +2

      @@danielschwegler5220 I know ,what is the shutter speed🥴🥴

    • @M2Mil7er
      @M2Mil7er 4 роки тому +11

      @@Mongooolmaagtal so the camera can capture the true speed of Charles playing. He's too quick haha

  • @oldmanpence4803
    @oldmanpence4803 2 роки тому +6

    You’re a madman, and I mean that with all possible respect. What. A. Beast. To me, no one can really touch Marcus Miller because of his feel - but you have gone and shown that you have that feel as well. Keep it up, and I will enjoy watching you just take off. Cheers, man.

  • @giusepperesponte8077
    @giusepperesponte8077 3 роки тому +14

    Maybe my taste in bass isn’t mature enough yet but that wojtek pilichowski bass solo is definitely my absolute favorite bass solo ever. Honestly nothing I’ve ever heard even compares.

  • @tomasolsson6493
    @tomasolsson6493 4 роки тому +42

    Wojteks solo is still the best, grooviest bass solo i've ever heard

    • @faouzi1896
      @faouzi1896 4 роки тому +1

      He s copycat of Mark king
      LEVEL 42!

    • @faouzi1896
      @faouzi1896 4 роки тому

      ua-cam.com/video/Dt1APRRddS4/v-deo.html

  • @tjc6901
    @tjc6901 2 роки тому +6

    I love how you say “Let’s see if I can play it” then you proceed to crush it and blow our minds.

  • @aramanon
    @aramanon 3 роки тому +14

    The grip on Wojteks left hand is incredible. Fingers of steel.

  • @JakeMann
    @JakeMann 2 роки тому

    Thanks!

  • @NeoNoggie
    @NeoNoggie 4 роки тому +7

    The best part of Charles renditions of everyone else's solo is you get to hear a super clean version with good mastering. Dude is a robot!

  • @trigonometrisk
    @trigonometrisk 4 роки тому +6

    Marcus Miller’s Fender bass tone has to be my favorite ever. It’s somehow very deep and light at the same time, punchy and articulated. Such a great sound.

    • @SinayBass
      @SinayBass 4 роки тому

      Hey man ! What do you think ? :D ua-cam.com/channels/3n2HCcRRApFrEzOkyJ30bg.html

  • @rolandmccabe4679
    @rolandmccabe4679 2 роки тому +1

    Your bass playing and skill just blows me away!!! As a relatively new bass player I feel as though I'm standing at the base of a huge mountain and looking up to the top where you are standing!!!! You are AWESOME!!!!!!!

  • @azas118
    @azas118 4 роки тому +29

    Even though you didnt play Wojtek's solo exactly the same, you still did add your own style to it, which is cool.

  • @timchesonis
    @timchesonis 4 роки тому +19

    “We’re not worthy! We’re not worthy!” I can’t even begin to tell you how inspiring YOUR videos are.

    • @VyatcheslavGetMean
      @VyatcheslavGetMean 4 роки тому

      One friend of mine says: looking at how outstanding musicians play, I begin to hate them: they bring me the awareness of my insignificance

    • @faouzi1896
      @faouzi1896 4 роки тому +1

      ua-cam.com/video/Dt1APRRddS4/v-deo.html

  • @luizrobertochristo2280
    @luizrobertochristo2280 Рік тому +2

    Charles you’re an amazing bass player. Never let pride overcome your simplicity. The sky is your limit but always keep your feet on the ground. Again, you play with excellence and comment your videos with simplicity. May God bless you and I wish you to grow even more in your beautiful talent.

  • @ethanlocke3604
    @ethanlocke3604 4 роки тому +13

    Yes man! The vid of Marcus on Teen Town is one of my favorites

    • @CharlesBerthoud
      @CharlesBerthoud  4 роки тому +4

      Some seriously precise and tight slapping!

    • @ethanlocke3604
      @ethanlocke3604 4 роки тому +1

      @@CharlesBerthoud it’s probably my favorite version of the song (no offense to weather reports of course) beside what Marcus and Victor Wooten do together at the end of the tune Miller Time from Vic’s Live in America album
      ua-cam.com/video/L29-OU5J-V8/v-deo.html

  • @howardstark
    @howardstark 4 роки тому +37

    Perfect time to wake up! Posted one minute after my eyes opened.
    Good morning, Charles and fellow fans!

    • @martyn9457
      @martyn9457 4 роки тому

      Shake it, dont pull it.

    • @faouzi1896
      @faouzi1896 4 роки тому

      ua-cam.com/video/Dt1APRRddS4/v-deo.html

  • @ketobeast8489
    @ketobeast8489 Рік тому +6

    Literally think Charles is the best bass player living right now honestly and I play bass everyday. He is just so clean and technical it seems impossible to get to this level without playing in your sleep 😂

    • @PhillipAlcock
      @PhillipAlcock 11 місяців тому

      Yeah, think it’s his precision and clarity while still playing incredible lines at speed! (Goes away to give away my basses… 😥)

  • @thorodinson7996
    @thorodinson7996 4 роки тому +5

    What amazes me the most, is the hours and hours of hard work you put in, to be this good.

    • @SinayBass
      @SinayBass 4 роки тому

      ua-cam.com/video/ND5LJsJK05s/v-deo.html

  • @larryfinke6133
    @larryfinke6133 3 роки тому +9

    Absolutely inhuman!! What a joy to see the talent and hard work of you and your followers.

  • @epsonwu165
    @epsonwu165 Рік тому +1

    Actually, your tone is my favorite bass tone in the entire world! It's deep, clean and elegant, I can hear every single details and won't feel tired.

  • @brentvalente
    @brentvalente 4 роки тому +5

    Again you've reached another level. Absolutely incredible, keep up the fantastic work. I seriously enjoy your videos so much.

  • @omartaleb517
    @omartaleb517 4 роки тому +4

    I actually started to learn Wojtek solo in in december 2020. Vey impressive bassist, you are my ideal.

    • @faouzi1896
      @faouzi1896 4 роки тому

      ua-cam.com/video/Dt1APRRddS4/v-deo.html

  • @freedommachines2316
    @freedommachines2316 2 роки тому +14

    I know everyone on the planet feels obligated to say that Wooten is the best bass guitarist alive but this guy is Hands Down The Best I Have EVER SEEN!!! Keep on jammin man!!!

    • @williamroark
      @williamroark Рік тому

      I totally agree!!!💜💜💜💜✨✨✨✨🙏

    • @Wally-H
      @Wally-H Рік тому +1

      Stanley Clarke is the best.

  • @tmblighty917
    @tmblighty917 3 роки тому +9

    Wojtek is a genuine gem. Among other true gems

  • @andrewpappas9311
    @andrewpappas9311 4 роки тому +42

    Flea and Les Claypool from Primus were definitely the main two guys that made me want to learn slap, it’s just so much fun to play and it’s funky as hell

  • @nikkorocksalot5254
    @nikkorocksalot5254 2 роки тому +3

    A testament to the deep skill all these guys have is that I can absolutely hit every note in these with practice, but I'm so in my head about it that I'll be rushing the tempo or dragging the whole way

    • @nikkorocksalot5254
      @nikkorocksalot5254 2 роки тому

      My ability to do something does not mean I can do it like any of these guys, and certainly not like Charles!

  • @AlanAttack
    @AlanAttack 3 роки тому +7

    I love the way Charles says..."Hmm let's see if I can play it..." Charles I've been ripping Guitar for almost 35 years and I know you can tell instantly on the very first listen, If you can play it or not.....We know this.....By the way I'd just like to mention that your Bass playing is almost A.I looking at times....It's beyond ridiculous and absolutely awe inspiring....I'm even thinking of buying a Bass!.....Awesome work mate....you rock like ten Jesus's.

    • @unfunnydave5485
      @unfunnydave5485 3 роки тому +1

      Bass is fun, it also really helps with timing as well some non-pick technique. Bass and guitar are 2 sides of the same coin, and getting better at one makes you better at the other for some

  • @roberth9814
    @roberth9814 Рік тому +4

    Victor Wooten goes twice as hard in his live shows and makes it look effortless. It is breathtaking. Great cover!

  • @dexterplant778
    @dexterplant778 4 роки тому +5

    Charles you skills are unmatched, I also know of some other slappers but my statement stands on it's own, you and other's have opened my mind to what bass can be, much more than the benign clap track in a song, thank you. Btw I'm @ guitarist/ accordionist so not a bassist, in fact a bassist told me so.

  • @brokenarmed
    @brokenarmed 4 роки тому +80

    "Tapical thump". That was the dirtiest, most filthy thing I've ever seen man!

    • @faouzi1896
      @faouzi1896 4 роки тому +1

      ua-cam.com/video/Dt1APRRddS4/v-deo.html

    • @brokenarmed
      @brokenarmed 4 роки тому +2

      @@faouzi1896 now I know what 5 minutes of goosebumps feels like

    • @faouzi1896
      @faouzi1896 4 роки тому

      @@brokenarmed Yes my friend! moreover, he sings and plays at the same time.
      Charles can t play it

    • @brokenarmed
      @brokenarmed 4 роки тому

      @@faouzi1896 that's insane!! I think ol Beartooth can manage it though.

    • @faouzi1896
      @faouzi1896 4 роки тому

      @@brokenarmed
      no davie 504 and michaels , only plays mrpink. but refuse the intro.
      Too much technique
      True slap! ;)

  • @wanttobeinaz
    @wanttobeinaz Рік тому +2

    It's always been my dream to play a bass!!! This was fun to watch. How lucky you are to have such a gift. 💜

    • @timpascale4151
      @timpascale4151 Рік тому

      When people say that playing is a gift, they dismiss the thousands of hours of study and practice required to achieve the higher levels. . I don't believe in "gifts".

  • @RubyInferno
    @RubyInferno 4 роки тому +22

    Man if we make a "Gods of Bass" list, Charles would certainly be in there.

    • @faouzi1896
      @faouzi1896 4 роки тому

      ua-cam.com/video/Dt1APRRddS4/v-deo.html

  • @johng.4389
    @johng.4389 4 роки тому +5

    What a refreshing funky solo bass Video. Awesome

  • @LesPAT-vj8kk
    @LesPAT-vj8kk 7 місяців тому +2

    When I first heard Victor Wooten, I put my bass down. After years of being discouraged, I finally picked up my bass again, then I heard Charles for the first time (#!*)...My bass isnow in a storage L😢CKER!! THANX Charles!!

    • @naomitaylor4994
      @naomitaylor4994 Місяць тому

      Don't quit there's always somebody better than you it doesn't matter just do you

  • @greghwong
    @greghwong 3 роки тому +5

    you are a crazy, amazing bassist. thank you for sharing your talent

  • @midapiano
    @midapiano 4 роки тому +7

    You are really one of the most skilled bassist I have ever seen!

    • @SinayBass
      @SinayBass 4 роки тому

      Hey man ! What do you think ? :D ua-cam.com/channels/3n2HCcRRApFrEzOkyJ30bg.html

  • @keithrobinson7201
    @keithrobinson7201 2 роки тому +1

    You accolade your guitar heroes,but you leave them all standing,give us more of your guitar work and put a band together,FANTASTIC!

  • @muchopomposo.6394
    @muchopomposo.6394 3 роки тому +18

    I was just saying to my butler: "Artichoke, my flabber has never been so gassted..! The whole video was amazing."

  • @chrislysiak9561
    @chrislysiak9561 4 роки тому +27

    Wojtek's solo is just killer! You did a great job as well, however, as I see it, it would be even better if you put more heart and emotions into it!

    • @jokly1264
      @jokly1264 3 роки тому +2

      I can't imagine he spent more than a few hours trying to get this down to make a video. Guaranteed he could improve it with more time.

  • @johnhhh3591
    @johnhhh3591 2 роки тому +1

    OMG! Just saw this video, and it is so cool! All the artists' styles are so recognizable, and Charles' renditions were monumental, and oh so clean. Plus all that tapping. OMG.

    • @johnhhh3591
      @johnhhh3591 2 роки тому

      And of course Wojtek was slammin'! And all the others, too. So fun to hear.

  • @meticulouslytender8921
    @meticulouslytender8921 Рік тому +3

    2 years on and I have to say you must be well within the top ten technically best bass players in the world if not number one. You rock my man!

  • @mrjcohen79
    @mrjcohen79 3 роки тому +15

    I like how you switched to the Musicman bass for the Flea solo 😂

  • @dwarden3
    @dwarden3 Рік тому +1

    Both Victor and Marcus are very efficient in their movements.

  • @jamjest1
    @jamjest1 4 роки тому +51

    I am kind of proud that Polish surname is known in a bass comunity

    • @ajgor64
      @ajgor64 3 роки тому +2

      Nie jeden już próbował podchodzić do tego sola Wojtka :)

    • @jedinxf7
      @jedinxf7 3 роки тому +4

      Isn't wojtek the name of that epic bear guzzling ammo-loading bear who fought the nazis in wwii?

    • @ajgor64
      @ajgor64 3 роки тому

      @@jedinxf7 Yest. That bear 's name was Wojtek, too :) But here is the best polish bass player (IMHO)- Wojtek Pilichowski.

  • @Lightningspiner
    @Lightningspiner 4 роки тому +6

    A Charles video with Pilichowski in the thumbnail?! Never clicked something so fast!

  • @phillipbanksvideo
    @phillipbanksvideo 2 роки тому +1

    In life few people become masters of anything. But I am so amazed at your virtuosity. Well done. You are an awesome bas player.

  • @RJRKM
    @RJRKM 3 роки тому +4

    Charles you absolutely nail this stuff. Tighter and cleaner than the original

  • @drakausdromgatti58
    @drakausdromgatti58 3 роки тому +20

    The level of musicianship in the end times are off the chain. I can't believe what I am witnessing these days.

    • @willhall7777
      @willhall7777 3 роки тому +1

      End times... yes yes true true

    • @20xx-mm-dd
      @20xx-mm-dd 3 роки тому

      Yes with our combined efforts in tonal ritual summoning, we can be lucky enough to witness Lord Cthulu consume all, order and chaos

  • @qwevs
    @qwevs 3 місяці тому

    I just love how he's bobbing his head and enjoying the music. I love when a master can just appreciate the craft.

  • @ssimms8995
    @ssimms8995 4 роки тому +8

    After about 15 years of learning various instruments, I think I have found the musician I look up to the most. Charles is astonishingly great not only as a bassist, but musician. I don't know if it's possible to get to his level, but I will not be discouraged and keep practicing on

  • @fonwoolridge
    @fonwoolridge 2 роки тому +5

    Just wow.... Victor Wooten is a genius - and was the king of the bassists for a long time IMHO.... but now, there is a new king! WOW!!!!!!

  • @goldeuberto
    @goldeuberto 2 роки тому

    i have no words... i've recently discovered ur channel and i cant stop watching ur vids....

  • @TheGimboo
    @TheGimboo 3 роки тому +21

    He he, Wojtek pozamiatał, jak zwykle zresztą :-)

  • @tomwilkinson8396
    @tomwilkinson8396 2 роки тому +15

    Honestly. I think Charles plays all those cleaner than the masters themselves. You're untouchable!! Would love to see you play in a band though.

    • @AiZm8
      @AiZm8 2 роки тому +1

      I love Charles but keep in mind those videos have way worse recording quality plus older and Charles likely has top notch recording quality

  • @matthewwynne5046
    @matthewwynne5046 2 роки тому +1

    Incredible talent. So impressive to make these chop busters look easy.

  • @sjcajw7
    @sjcajw7 4 роки тому +29

    Methamphetamines may contribute to Flea's unique ability to play extreme bass for 5 minutes straight.

  • @benlove1573
    @benlove1573 4 роки тому +6

    That smile when he gets near the end of classical thump. It really tells the story of how many takes he recorded before getting it right.
    Edit: and it was freaking awesome.

  • @fumastertoo
    @fumastertoo Рік тому +1

    You never fail to deliver, and always put a smile on my face! Outstanding!!!

  • @elcomberro123
    @elcomberro123 4 роки тому +31

    Pilichowski used to say "10 years by 10 hours everyday and you will be a good bassist"

    • @sidlak78
      @sidlak78 3 роки тому +3

      Come on. Eight years, eight hours a day should be more than enough. ;)

  • @miroslawkine8198
    @miroslawkine8198 3 роки тому +4

    Wojtek Pilichowski is the best. Your's version solo is great too. 🙂

  • @kofosuonbass
    @kofosuonbass 2 роки тому +1

    You absolutely killed the last one! Gonna try my best to learn it too!

  • @mctheta
    @mctheta 3 роки тому +12

    YES! That Wojtek solo has long been the crown jewel of bass solos in the internet for me. I need to pick my bottom jaw up off the floor after that section at 8:34.

  • @gilb_4
    @gilb_4 4 роки тому +8

    This was just Charles flexing, not that I am mad, I am enjoying it :)

  • @DARRBEV
    @DARRBEV 11 місяців тому

    Love jaco, marcus miller and weather report but never heard his version before thanks.
    Love how you say youll do it with absolutely no arrogance.

  • @grantkoeller8911
    @grantkoeller8911 3 роки тому +52

    The Polish guy was amazing!!!!

  • @gaasts
    @gaasts 4 роки тому +25

    Charles + Wojtek, today is a good day

  • @travisfoley4923
    @travisfoley4923 2 роки тому +1

    Is there anything you can't play? I am mind blown everytime I watch you play... you're probably the most technically talented bassist I have ever seen. I would say any solo by Billy Sheehan or Stu Hamm would be a walk in the park for you. Keep up the content!

  • @igiluka9190
    @igiluka9190 2 роки тому +17

    Na koniec WOJTEK PILICHOWSKI
    Najlepszy polski basista - mistrz „kciuka w górę” ♥️🔥🤘

    • @CykPykMyk
      @CykPykMyk Рік тому +3

      dał rade ziomeczek! wooten czy flea to wysoka poprzeczka, ale żeby próbować zrobić to co Pilichowski to trzeba być bezeczlnym, albo mieć umiejętności :D

    • @allifonso
      @allifonso Рік тому

      najlepszy w napierniczaniu. ale ogólnie, za całokształt to jest wielu najlepszych polskich. muzycznie wolę Scieranskiego.

  • @chinfuzzchet3616
    @chinfuzzchet3616 3 роки тому +5

    WOJTEK was just a fraction of that killer solo. Nice job

  • @upaliranthilake
    @upaliranthilake Рік тому +2

    you are a great musician congratulations and thank you so much for giving us such a wonderful details that wonderfully analyzed.