Complete Bass Tone Rundown (What Bass Do You Need For Funk/Rock/Pop/Blues/Jazz??)

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  • This bass tutorial will show you the different bass tones you can get from different basses and strings. Which bass do you need to buy? This video will help you.
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    1982 Ibanez Roadster
    1968 Fender Precision
    1978 Fender Precision
    1975 Fender Jazz
    1978 MusicMan StingRay
    MusicMan StingRay 5
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 211

  • @TheAlmightyBassist
    @TheAlmightyBassist 3 місяці тому +2

    I'm normally a jbass man but that ''68 precision gave me such a boost of serotonin.

  • @Pladderkasse
    @Pladderkasse 2 роки тому +8

    I'm in a funk band and use a Squire P-bass with light gauge round wounds. That cheap plank just sounds amazing. It's just as much amp/cab type, EQ settings and your fingers, that make the sound.

  • @markdavis4754
    @markdavis4754 2 роки тому +14

    Over the 30 odd years I have been a bass player one of the most valuable things I learned was how to setup my basses. As long as a bass can be setup correctly it will sound fine.
    Another thing that will break most musicians hearts is 95 % of the audience would not know the difference between a 58 Fender P bass and an Encore P bass if you was playing one live.

  • @TheHermit72
    @TheHermit72 2 роки тому +5

    The great John Paul Jones played a jazz with flats I guess, on Zeppelin's first albums, my favourites.

  • @roykato86
    @roykato86 3 роки тому +4

    Best tone lesson on the Tube. Very Wise words, Master

  • @ianmacdougall8812
    @ianmacdougall8812 2 місяці тому +1

    I use a 1972 Jazz with chrome flat but the way a precision cuts through makes me want one.

  • @richardrichard5409
    @richardrichard5409 3 роки тому +2

    THE best video on basses, their tones and uses, period. 😎 And obviously any jazz needs blocks👍😊

  • @arthurmarek8418
    @arthurmarek8418 3 роки тому +2

    Commenting mostly for the algorithm, good channel. My first bass was Burns Nusonic a long long time ago. Did music school, toured, recorded and taught music but not bass. Now need a bass for home studio, this was really helpful thanks!

    • @OnlineBassCourses
      @OnlineBassCourses  3 роки тому

      Burns Bison is on my list! Great bass. Thanks for the comment.

  • @Guitar6ty
    @Guitar6ty Рік тому +1

    I have the Harley Benton MM84A it has two pickups and the usual piece of foam fitted under the bridge. Its superb and nothing comes close at the price point. It covers every genre you can think of and records brilliantly.

  • @briceleclercq101
    @briceleclercq101 3 роки тому +7

    Great tips! I've been playing on many basses and brends through the years but Stingray has this "little thing" I 've been looking for all this time. It's all about feel, comfort and finding the right sound at the right moment. You can play pretty much any style with it!

  • @matt_hayward
    @matt_hayward 3 роки тому +2

    Finally got a bucket list bass a Rickenbacker 4003. Heart says it's all you need. The head says I want an old Ibanez ATK!!

  • @hags2k
    @hags2k 3 роки тому +2

    That roadster made me do a double take. Just a fantastic sound right away. Cool vibe. I want one.

    • @OnlineBassCourses
      @OnlineBassCourses  3 роки тому +1

      I didn't know about them at all until I randomly played this one. Cool bass.

  • @337camo
    @337camo 3 роки тому +3

    Wow, what a gorgeous Ibanez. I love the headstock on it. I currently only own 2 basses, both Fender (Performer Series P & Blacktop P). I'm wanting to try something different :) The more videos I watch the harder it is to decide lol! You're absolute right, probably best to actually get your hands on them and go from there. Thanks for the video!

    • @OnlineBassCourses
      @OnlineBassCourses  3 роки тому

      There really are a bewildering array of incredible basses and you can't (unfortunately) own them all. Find the one that fits you.

  • @dubdelay
    @dubdelay 3 роки тому +1

    I have a '92 Ibanez Fujijen SR800 PJ, I read Ibanez were selling it as the only bass you ever need and it is better than my meagre skills on the bass. Its active is the only thing but in the mix I don't think it matters too much. Would love to get a Fender Jazz at one point but its taking some time to get to know the Ibanez.

  • @arsenije_wav8620
    @arsenije_wav8620 3 роки тому +4

    I remember when I first got my stingray after almost 10 years of playing P style basses. Even with old rusty strings, it still sounded more resonant and alive than anything I've ever played. I love how it just has everything, all the bass, all the mids and all the treble and I get to pick and choose what I want to hear. Its the only bass I just sit down and play with no effects

  • @JasperKachavenda
    @JasperKachavenda 3 роки тому +14

    Where is some of great Yamaha basses!? Very good and popular. BB series are literally reborn again!!

    • @OnlineBassCourses
      @OnlineBassCourses  3 роки тому +5

      Yeah, they're great!

    • @davidmhuey
      @davidmhuey 3 роки тому +6

      I own the 735a sweet bass.

    • @Marsupial2
      @Marsupial2 7 місяців тому

      Love my 1992 BB200, was gifted it by basically a stranger and it’s so fun.

  • @Djpuzzle
    @Djpuzzle 8 місяців тому +1

    Great tips. Do you have one about your amp and mic set up for this video? It sounds nice.

    • @OnlineBassCourses
      @OnlineBassCourses  8 місяців тому +1

      Thanks! ua-cam.com/video/70FYURah5nU/v-deo.htmlsi=X-Kdh6hAmFKba_Gv

  • @herbwilde
    @herbwilde 3 роки тому +2

    So easy to listen to. Love the voice and cadence. Thanks for sharing the collection

  • @JasperKachavenda
    @JasperKachavenda 3 роки тому +4

    Music Man Sting Ray bass is Best bass ever!!! No need explain why!!

    • @blooter6360
      @blooter6360 3 роки тому

      Please explain why , I’d like too know how it is ?

  • @trevorblair5552
    @trevorblair5552 3 роки тому +4

    Excellent channel which is very informative!! 👍🏾💯🙏🏿

  • @davidfox7983
    @davidfox7983 3 роки тому +2

    Hi
    Great video Dan
    Had a fender jazz
    Sold it few years back
    Stuck for money
    Play H Benton fender jazz copy
    Plays great
    Play rock and funk

    • @OnlineBassCourses
      @OnlineBassCourses  3 роки тому +2

      Thanks for the comment. There you go - cheap but great basses!

  • @alexl.9917
    @alexl.9917 3 роки тому +3

    Great as always 👌 👍
    I'm suited for almost all musical situations, an old fender precision from early seventies with flats, a new fender originals 70 jazz bass with rounds, a modded old Aria from the eighties, rebuilt fretless and new pickups and electronics with la bella flats and two brilliant acoustic basses, one with flats for an almost upright sound and one with rounds.

    • @OnlineBassCourses
      @OnlineBassCourses  3 роки тому +1

      Awesome collection, Alexander!

    • @alexl.9917
      @alexl.9917 3 роки тому +2

      @@OnlineBassCourses
      Thank you very much, it really is 😁
      The sad part is that I don't have that many musical situations right now 😪
      Both bands down currently...

    • @OnlineBassCourses
      @OnlineBassCourses  3 роки тому +2

      I feel for you. I have a similar situation. Hopefully soon you'll play again! 🤞

  • @pine3737
    @pine3737 3 роки тому +3

    Dan very good lesson. Over the long haul I've have pretty much gone with the exact instruments you use P-bass, Jazz, and Stingray 5 string. For the many differences in each they all deliver the goods in the right place.

    • @OnlineBassCourses
      @OnlineBassCourses  3 роки тому +1

      Nice one, Jon. They cover most of what I need them to...👍

  • @michaelblaney4461
    @michaelblaney4461 3 роки тому +2

    Ive liked jazz basses for years ,got some p basses ( and others ) a few years ago , still like the J the best.

  • @hetschhog
    @hetschhog 3 роки тому +12

    Thanks so much for this lesson. I take the Stingray 5 to all sorts of gigs and sessions, and I learned that in series mode, treble almost closed it may be the best 5-string P-Bass with the most attack you can get if you need it. I think in your video you have it in the series mode as well, haven't you?

    • @OnlineBassCourses
      @OnlineBassCourses  3 роки тому +3

      Cheers, Holger. I've got it with the switch pointing towards the head (whatever setting that is!).

  • @rocketshiptoaltair
    @rocketshiptoaltair 3 роки тому +3

    Enjoyed that Dan. I have a couple Roadster II guitars. Not seen the bass version before. My old favourite bass is my Westone Thunder 1A. Cheap as chips and a good range of tones. I have 6 (not tooo many). A Thunder 1A fretless, an Aria Pro II, a Crafter Acoustic bass, a Hohner headless (sounds great but find it really awkward to hold) and an Ibanes GiO for students to use. Currently rehearsing for the Musical Elf, which is quite bass dependant. First run through on Tuesday and I am nowhere near ready. Oh the joys of sight reading bass clef when you are a guitarist and sounding like you don't know what day it is ;)

    • @OnlineBassCourses
      @OnlineBassCourses  3 роки тому +2

      🤣 just grit your teeth, go for it and hope for the best!! Nice collection...

    • @rocketshiptoaltair
      @rocketshiptoaltair 3 роки тому +2

      @@OnlineBassCourses Thanks Dan

  • @starmanovich
    @starmanovich 2 роки тому +1

    Didn’t realize you were a Stingray guy. I figured you were PJ or Jazz. I just got an ‘88 Yamaha BB5000 narrow neck. I can’t believe all the tones it’s capable of compared to the Squier 50’s Classic Vibe I learned on. I’m doing a lot of stingray research since they seem kind of niche. You make them all sound wonderful and appropriately stylish.

    • @OnlineBassCourses
      @OnlineBassCourses  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you! I’m kind of an everything guy plus all the other great basses I’ve never tried… that Yamaha sounds cool.

  • @alainbrasseur7083
    @alainbrasseur7083 3 роки тому +2

    great vid. so tone is PU, fingerboard, strings. (and your own fingers!) and I beleive every instrument have a type of string that makes it sings better with your playing . that's what I like with my ibanez roadstar II RB650 1984 maple neck with flat, so good!
    have also a short scale hohner L200, rosewood fingerboard, wich sound great with roundwound.

    • @OnlineBassCourses
      @OnlineBassCourses  3 роки тому +1

      I agree - there's a magical combination for all of them!

  • @MrMisterChiliPepper88
    @MrMisterChiliPepper88 2 роки тому +1

    I think fender, musicman and Ibanez is great for funk in my opinion

  • @ryandirkse4374
    @ryandirkse4374 3 роки тому +1

    This video was amazing!!! Thank you for posting this!!

  • @bapt_andthebasses
    @bapt_andthebasses 3 роки тому +5

    Maple necks are brighter mainly when they are glossy on the front. If you would record a bass with a maple glossy neck, remove the gloss finish, try to record again, you'd lose brightness. But oh well, not enough to justify the change! But raw maple necks can be really close to rosewood. Good video !

    • @OnlineBassCourses
      @OnlineBassCourses  3 роки тому +2

      Great info - thanks!

    • @barthvapour
      @barthvapour 3 роки тому +6

      The difference in brightness between different fingerboard woods is far, far less than you get from a slight tweak of the treble EQ on your amp. It makes no significant difference. You can make a rosewood fingerboard sound brighter than maple by just adding about 5% more treble on the amp.

    • @doriankearney3318
      @doriankearney3318 3 роки тому +1

      I totally agree

    • @rhyno1351
      @rhyno1351 3 роки тому +1

      Fretboard material affects like maybe 1% of your tone, it really doesn’t matter

    • @OnlineBassCourses
      @OnlineBassCourses  3 роки тому

      @@rhyno1351 thanks for the comment. A lot of it is probably perception but, in my experience anyway (for what it's worth!), there's more than a 1% difference.

  • @michael_caz_nyc
    @michael_caz_nyc 3 роки тому +4

    Love the Jazz & Stingray = (my 2 favorite basses). I thought the Ibanez sounded great & versatile - too. I was Never a Fan of the Precision. Enjoyed your video. oNe LovE from NYC

    • @OnlineBassCourses
      @OnlineBassCourses  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks, Michael. I was never a fan either until I got one. I've used it on so many recordings that it's now one of my favourites.

  • @dorssberube
    @dorssberube 3 роки тому +1

    Love that EB MM StingRay 5 ❤️

    • @OnlineBassCourses
      @OnlineBassCourses  3 роки тому

      One of my favourites! Just need a fretless version now…

  • @Ross58
    @Ross58 3 роки тому +1

    The gear vacuum… lol … great advice 🎸

  • @angellove3645
    @angellove3645 7 місяців тому +1

    Thank you!

  • @darrenwales1092
    @darrenwales1092 3 роки тому +3

    Great vid cheers . I have a Sandberg California TM 4 with j neck p/up and humbucker at the bridge . The humbucker can be split too into single coil mode . In total I can get active tones as a p bass ( kinda) j bass , musicman , and combinations of those . Then I can flick a switch and put it into passive mode . I got it to save money lol but I've since bought a p bass with flats and I fancy a Status S2 bass . Thanks again

  • @pauls4742
    @pauls4742 3 роки тому +1

    Love the Ibanez!

  • @micobtacastacas2300
    @micobtacastacas2300 3 роки тому +7

    Great topic, great presentation of your opinion/s, thanks Dan! Our band plays mostly light jazz music, a little bit of pop, and I only have one bass - a Jazz bass, but not after spending several months researching/deciding whether to get a Precision or a Jazz bass. Now that we don’t have any gigs yet due to the pandemic, and I have more time to listen to your bass tutorials and read more info about those famous artists that you mentioned (like Pino Palladino), and I get drawn to the nagging thought that I should have just bought a Precision bass instead. Thanks to your 20:80 advice and somehow it put me back to the right perspective. Or is it?

    • @OnlineBassCourses
      @OnlineBassCourses  3 роки тому +7

      Thanks! It's all personal preference and there's no wrong or right really. I think get a P so you have both. Then you can mix and match and select the tone you want for the gig. You can even switch basses during gigs. Bottom line, they're both amazing basses! Doesn't have to be an either/or choice.

    • @blueroombass
      @blueroombass 3 роки тому +4

      Both always!

  • @eugenechek7288
    @eugenechek7288 3 роки тому +2

    Very cool, as always.

  • @crocholiday
    @crocholiday 10 місяців тому +1

    As someone who's obsessed with tone, I 100% agree with finding someone who's got the tone you like and getting that bass. They all have a different flavor that's not really interchangeable. You are not going to get a Stingray to sound like a P bass or a P bass to sound like a Jazz bass. Believe me, I tried for longer than I care to admit to get my Ray to sound like a P. Ultimately the answer was to just get a P lol. If there was a single bass that got all those classic tones, I'd have two of them lol. There's also passive vs. active tones. An active P/J will have a different flavor than a passive one. Strings are also a big part of tone and not all basses like all strings. I have a P bass that absolutely loves LaBella flats while my P/J does not and prefers TI Jazz flats. Then technique... Really, it's super fascinating how many variables go into good tone.

  • @francoisokennedy2509
    @francoisokennedy2509 3 роки тому +3

    Thanks so much Dan. I think I am one of those who wants to get the right sound to keep the rest of the band happy and probably spend too much time worrying about gear. That's going to change. Thanks for the 20/80 tip.

    • @OnlineBassCourses
      @OnlineBassCourses  3 роки тому

      Thanks for watching, Francois. If you're thinking of the rest of the band, that's great. The 20/80 tip is just my opinion, feel free to ignore or embrace!

  • @marchangel7462
    @marchangel7462 Рік тому +1

    That p bass sounds glorious! The new p basses don't sound this creamy. Jazz bass and stingrays are perfect for slap.

  • @cperch37
    @cperch37 3 роки тому +2

    Excellent!

  • @garideb
    @garideb 3 роки тому +2

    The nicest bass I ever played was an early 80s Ibanez Blazer, p-style. In terms of sound and playability it blows any Fender I've ever had my hands on out of the water, from vintage instruments through to custom shops. Unbelievable. Dude from Supergrass plays one. That one of yours is my favourite of every bass in the video. Totally agree!

    • @OnlineBassCourses
      @OnlineBassCourses  3 роки тому

      I’ve never heard of those. I’ll have to check it out. Thanks for the comment -they seem to have a real following these old Ibanez basses.

  • @kevmac1230
    @kevmac1230 3 роки тому +4

    Your basses all sound great.I'm embarrassed saying how many I own.Let's just say if I need one for Hungarian Bluegrass I have it, Bolivian Sea Chanteys yup.

    • @OnlineBassCourses
      @OnlineBassCourses  3 роки тому +1

      🤣🤣🤣 you have to tell us now - how many?

    • @kevmac1230
      @kevmac1230 3 роки тому +3

      @@OnlineBassCourses Aw, ok. It's 31 and a few guitars .

    • @OnlineBassCourses
      @OnlineBassCourses  3 роки тому +1

      🤯

    • @esa4141
      @esa4141 3 роки тому +2

      @@kevmac1230 😱

    • @sparkyguitar0058
      @sparkyguitar0058 3 роки тому +1

      @@kevmac1230 Awesome I only have 1 a Dr Tech. Kinda a music man copy. Real loud real heavy. Play through a Behringer 300 watt 15 inch ultrabass amp. And a Behringer 25 watt green Thunderbird practice amp. Whole deal less than $350. I can pawn my Les Paul for more money. When I needed bass didn't have it. Now no use but stores real nice and ready when I need it.

  • @leethebassplayer4902
    @leethebassplayer4902 3 роки тому +3

    Great video! Here’s a question for you - if you could only keep one of your basses, which would it be?

    • @OnlineBassCourses
      @OnlineBassCourses  3 роки тому +2

      That is a very difficult question! I suppose if I HAD to and I just chose one that would cover most styles (I'm a full time bass player so my bass is my work tool) it would have to be the StingRay 5. Hopefully it'll never come to that...

  • @hampuslundgren7300
    @hampuslundgren7300 3 роки тому +1

    Great video that’s actuallly informative!

  • @janetowens1310
    @janetowens1310 Рік тому +6

    Many incredible bass players have gone entire careers playing one bass. I don't think local bar band bass boy needs more than that.

  • @bernardm3066
    @bernardm3066 Рік тому +1

    Flats on a jazz can also sound nice if you don't do a lot of slapping.

  • @davidmiller6076
    @davidmiller6076 Рік тому +1

    I need a very clean, bright, sharp Bass sorta a Alembic fret board as unto playing it..

  • @vanvoss
    @vanvoss 3 роки тому +1

    tell us more about that Martha gig !!

    • @OnlineBassCourses
      @OnlineBassCourses  3 роки тому

      It was an honour to play for her. I did loads of gigs with her years ago when she came to the UK. She had loads of amazing stories and so do I (some I can tell, some I can't!).

  • @paolozak3014
    @paolozak3014 3 роки тому +2

    I would be curious to hear what James Jamerson would have done with a Jazz bass and Jaco with a Precision...

    • @OnlineBassCourses
      @OnlineBassCourses  3 роки тому

      My theory is they would both still have sounded like themselves. I’d love to have heard that too.

    • @paolozak3014
      @paolozak3014 3 роки тому +2

      @@OnlineBassCourses what Aston Barrett did with a Jazz bass, and Chris Wood with his battered Precision bass are both awesome approaches - totally different from Jaco or Marcus, and from James Jamerson

  • @edwinacosta1354
    @edwinacosta1354 3 роки тому +1

    In answer to your thumbnail! I need all of them!

  • @noelsoto2613
    @noelsoto2613 3 роки тому

    I need a nice Musicman sting ray 5 string fretless!👍👍👍👍👍

  • @nytom4info
    @nytom4info 2 роки тому +1

    EB3!!!

  • @richardrichard5409
    @richardrichard5409 3 роки тому +2

    I thought Ibanez Roadstars used Ibanez manufacturered OE pups as standard?

  • @tolvajakos
    @tolvajakos 3 роки тому +2

    you mentioned the cheaper ibanez bass and how you like it still. have you tried an 80s/early 90s charvel (essentially) pbass? it has a thin jazzy neck and a magnificent p-bass tone. such lively and powerful pickup (also, reverse p pickup if that's your thing, i personally prefer it to regular p). i actually have the charvette version which is the budget version but has the same charvel pickup (charvel branded, not emg, and even says charvel on the cover). end of 80s ones were made in japan, early 90s production was moved to korea, i have a korean one. really cheap bass and punches way above its weight. my tech was amazed by the pickup (he has a pickup line he winds himself). i can recommend it really, if somebody wants to get a good deal, it is a real sleeper i believe.

    • @OnlineBassCourses
      @OnlineBassCourses  3 роки тому +1

      No I haven't tried that but it sounds like something I'd like! Thanks for the tip.

  • @ebeyslough
    @ebeyslough Рік тому

    I have a bias towards the Jazz bass based on the look 😂. They are most versatile

  • @adammadtin8451
    @adammadtin8451 10 місяців тому +1

    Hi Dan. Thats stingray you were playing … is that a 38mm neck on it?

    • @OnlineBassCourses
      @OnlineBassCourses  9 місяців тому +1

      I’m afraid I don’t know. It’s a 1978 pre Ernie Ball though if you want to Google it. Someone will know!

  • @bassimprovjams3772
    @bassimprovjams3772 3 роки тому

    Nice blk stinger!!! I love stingrays so much I probably have one to many lol, new sub here!

  • @adrianch2527
    @adrianch2527 3 роки тому +2

    HI Dan, Gd morn. Good video. What about your acoustic bass ? Do u also use fan fret bass, Dingwall? They have a dealer here in Singapore.

    • @OnlineBassCourses
      @OnlineBassCourses  3 роки тому +1

      Morning, Adrian. I tend not to use the acoustic bass much although I love it. I've actually never played a fan fretted instrument but do love the look of the Dingwalls. Especially the D-Roc!

    • @adrianch2527
      @adrianch2527 3 роки тому +2

      @@OnlineBassCourses Dingwall Bass rocks man! Someday I will get one. I bought a Cort HH4 recently from Swee Lee after watching a few good review videos. Really value for money bass. Got the blood red colour. Love it.

    • @OnlineBassCourses
      @OnlineBassCourses  3 роки тому +1

      Nice one! Enjoy it. I got my ibanez round the corner from there.

  • @denzdsc
    @denzdsc Рік тому +1

    I want to know about my PJ Greco the bridge pickup knob was when in bottom the only top portion is working when in top the bottom portion one is working and I cant turn it off fully why is that?

  • @jaschul
    @jaschul 3 роки тому +2

    What do you think of the humbucker pickups that were common on Ibanez and Peavey basses in the 80s and 90s?

    • @OnlineBassCourses
      @OnlineBassCourses  3 роки тому +2

      I'm not too familiar with those basses, Jason. I don't think I've ever played one but I'd happily give it a go - I do like humbucker pickups.

    • @jaschul
      @jaschul 3 роки тому +2

      @@OnlineBassCourses I don't know what's available in your area but if there's a music store near you with an Ibanez Roadstar with humbuckers, try it out. Great rock bass sound.

    • @OnlineBassCourses
      @OnlineBassCourses  3 роки тому +2

      I'll play one if I see one!

  • @rodriguez63
    @rodriguez63 3 роки тому +1

    thanks

  • @Phaidrus
    @Phaidrus 3 роки тому

    Thanks for the overview Dan! What would you recommend for reggae-dub? Pbass or Jbass?

    • @OnlineBassCourses
      @OnlineBassCourses  3 роки тому +1

      I'm not too familiar with the style but I think Robbie Shakespeare played a Jazz (as well as a few other basses) as did other reggae bass players. Big speakers on an amp, bass tone up and you're good.

    • @Phaidrus
      @Phaidrus 3 роки тому +1

      @@OnlineBassCourses Shakespeare also played a Hofner back in the day with PeterTosh. As did Flabba Holt, who also played a Steinberger. The Steinberger is for me the least expected bass for reggae; I always though it would have a harsh and trebly tone. But it sounds fat and heavy in the hands of Flabba, at least in the mix.

    • @OnlineBassCourses
      @OnlineBassCourses  3 роки тому

      Get one! Cool basses.

  • @dhirenjazz8100
    @dhirenjazz8100 Рік тому +1

    P bass good or ideal for jazz music ????? Which one ideal for jazz style????

  • @jdb123ize
    @jdb123ize 2 роки тому +1

    I want your books, a physical book

  • @stewartent2009
    @stewartent2009 3 роки тому +1

    I'm looking at some fender flat rounds for my fender Pbass,what size or gage should I get light,medium or medium high gauge?

    • @OnlineBassCourses
      @OnlineBassCourses  3 роки тому

      That’s a very personal preference and only you can answer that. If you can try some in a shop, do so. If not, medium is probably a good start. Mine on the ‘68 are heavy (I think…).

  • @michaelquillen2679
    @michaelquillen2679 Рік тому +1

    When you're gigging down at the local watering hole, nobody 9:50 really gives a damn about the bass you are using. They just want to hear their favorite tune.

  • @pmb6667
    @pmb6667 3 роки тому +2

    Thank you for this video Dan! I've been planning to upgrade from my 'beginner' Squier PJ bass. I love Funk, but I was looking at a *Sterling by Music Man -- Ray34HH StingRay Bass.* It looks like the one in your video except the Ray34HH has 2 pickups instead. Unfortunately I cannot try one out yet in person due to C-19 and also they're not in stock at my local store.
    Can one still play Funk with that model?

    • @OnlineBassCourses
      @OnlineBassCourses  3 роки тому +2

      You can play funk on any bass! Some better than others though, of course, and I think that one would be great for funk bass.

    • @pmb6667
      @pmb6667 3 роки тому +2

      @@OnlineBassCourses Great! I was hoping that model would be better than my existing bass, at least. I'm looking forward to trying one out when my store gets any in stock. Thanks Dan!

    • @OnlineBassCourses
      @OnlineBassCourses  3 роки тому +2

      I'd still try it if you can but they look like good basses.

    • @rrdream2400
      @rrdream2400 3 роки тому +2

      The one complaint I've read on 2 pickup Musicman basses is it's harder to slap because the neck pickup gets in the way of the pop finger. With one pickup there is lots more room. It seems to bother some players while other players it doesn't get in the way.

  • @profile2047
    @profile2047 2 роки тому +1

    Sit well in the mix

  • @blooter6360
    @blooter6360 3 роки тому +1

    Bit of a falicy this
    With different strings on different basses and different techniques pick or fingers or slap
    Any bass can cover any style
    Which is what you say in your pre wrap up
    Depends on the music style your playing
    As you PROVE with that 5 stringer ray !!!
    It’s all about
    Playing well
    Timing
    Pocket
    Doing your job as a bassist
    Either , pocket Rythym or flat out solo stuff
    Well said

    • @OnlineBassCourses
      @OnlineBassCourses  3 роки тому +1

      Very good comment!

    • @blooter6360
      @blooter6360 3 роки тому +1

      @@OnlineBassCourses thank you and your video was very good

    • @tolvajakos
      @tolvajakos 3 роки тому +1

      it is true but the video is still relevant. especially for people that are just getting into bass. gives you a bit of background, helps you pick a bass that can easily do the style that you wish to play, etc.

  • @remiozero
    @remiozero Рік тому

    Hi Dan, may I know the model of Dimarzio pickups you're using on the Ibanez bass guitar? Thank you.

    • @OnlineBassCourses
      @OnlineBassCourses  Рік тому +1

      Sure! DiMarzio DP126 pickups

    • @remiozero
      @remiozero Рік тому +1

      ​@@OnlineBassCoursesthanks! Am considering these pickups as an upgrade for my Yamaha RBX170 stock pickups.

  • @ritwikghosh8174
    @ritwikghosh8174 2 роки тому +1

    Play funk sleep repeat.. THIS Whole world is running bcz of funk if u dont like funk guys u r not human funk my lyf

  • @AndrewLadon
    @AndrewLadon 3 роки тому +1

    What bass can you recommend me, i play metal and rock

    • @OnlineBassCourses
      @OnlineBassCourses  3 роки тому +1

      I'd say get inspiration by looking at what your favourite bassists are playing. Lots of metal players are playing Dingwalls (+ Darkglass!) these days. Ibanez and Schecter do lots of rock bass models. There's a huge choice! Narrow it down to the bass players whose tone you like. Then go from there. Budget comes in too of course but there's no shortage of good cheap basses around.

    • @jupiterjames-reynolds2260
      @jupiterjames-reynolds2260 3 роки тому +1

      I like my Rickenbacker (expensive tho) for rock and metal where I won't require a 5 string, sounds great downtuned but if I want to go lower than C into a B then I'd rather use a 5 string like the ones mentioned above.
      Tbh it depends on what you play. If you like dessert/stoner rock/doom (black Sabbath influenced stuff) then a passive bass like a fender Pbass, Jbass, rickenbacker4003 is a great choice.
      If you like stuff like rage against the machine/guns and roses or any hard rock then any of those are a good choice and a MM stingray sounds good for that sorta sound too.
      for thrash I like my Rickenbacker but most basses work well for thrash.
      For nu-metal/death/metalcore and more low tuned and modern genres then an active bass like an Ibanez(very versatile but flat sounding), Warwick(I like the sound of these), dingwall(I'm not a fan but many swear by this brand).
      Finally for prog, the Rickenbacker 4003 or 4001 is used extensively in prog rock(rush, deep purple, yes) but for prog metal(tool, dream theatre) there is a wide range of basses used but they tend to use basses with a nice bright attack while still keeping a solid low end such a Rickenbacker, Jbass, Stingray, Warwick, Wal.

  • @SwashBuccaneer
    @SwashBuccaneer 2 роки тому

    Ok I've been curious. What's the little plastic pieces on the bottom of the vintage P bass' pick guard? Looks like a thumb rest but kind of a weird place for a rest isn't it?

    • @OnlineBassCourses
      @OnlineBassCourses  2 роки тому +1

      Players used to pluck with their thumb so it was a place to hold onto with the fingers whilst plucking with the thumb.

    • @SwashBuccaneer
      @SwashBuccaneer 2 роки тому

      @@OnlineBassCourses Ah! Thanks mystery solved.

    • @bernardjharmsen304
      @bernardjharmsen304 2 роки тому

      aka "the Fender Tug Bar"

  • @richardrichard5409
    @richardrichard5409 3 роки тому +1

    Stopping the faffing about, just get a Jazz bass, does everything. 😉😎
    .....honestly no one in the audience will notice the bass player or the 'tone' unless we go up in flames.👌

  • @CS_Mango
    @CS_Mango 3 роки тому +1

    What you need is a 4 string pj a 5 string jh a sterling stingray a fretless bass of choice and a rickenbacker you will never get.

    • @OnlineBassCourses
      @OnlineBassCourses  3 роки тому

      I've got a 4 string PJ, two real StingRays, Pino's old fretless and a vintage Rickenbacker. Great basses 👍

  • @Oscaraha
    @Oscaraha 3 роки тому

    You need a Rickenbacker!:)

  • @williefinley9945
    @williefinley9945 3 роки тому +1

    Slow down a little to where I can try to keep up on the lessons 😌

    • @OnlineBassCourses
      @OnlineBassCourses  3 роки тому

      There's a slow down feature on UA-cam plus a rewind button. I suggest using those. 🙏

  • @williefinley9945
    @williefinley9945 3 роки тому +1

    What about beginner's that's wants to funk jazz an wat ever.you kn.

  • @DoctorIntrepid
    @DoctorIntrepid 3 роки тому +1

    No Hofner?

    • @OnlineBassCourses
      @OnlineBassCourses  3 роки тому +1

      I have a Club - very cool bass. It’s a little specialist I thought for this video…

    • @DoctorIntrepid
      @DoctorIntrepid 3 роки тому +1

      Just teasing. Thanks for the great content, as usual.

    • @OnlineBassCourses
      @OnlineBassCourses  3 роки тому

      @@DoctorIntrepidyou’re welcome. And you’re right to ask the question! My Hofner will be making an appearance fairly soon.

  • @adammadtin8451
    @adammadtin8451 7 місяців тому +1

    Problem is when your band covers all those styles an you need to take 3 basses just to rehearsals

  • @pCeLobster
    @pCeLobster 3 роки тому

    People don't realize how close the old style 2 band Stingrays are to P basses.

  • @gcvrsa
    @gcvrsa 2 роки тому +1

    I get so tired of hearing that old saw that a Precision Bass "just sits so well in the mix", as if all mixes, all genres are the same, and no other basses "sit well in the mix". Every brand and model of bass with every type of string has been used successfully over the years for every genre of music. There are very few generalities to bass gear, and ultimately whether or not your bass is going to "sit well in the mix" has more to do with your technique as a player than anything else.
    As another old saw has it, "tone is in the fingers", and that really is true. Your fingers are the primary determinant of how you sound. What I call the "standard technique" that is taught to most bass players and most often demonstrated in UA-cam videos-playing lightly with just the tips of the fingers, perpendicular to the strings, with the plucking hand playing close to the bridge-is a recipe for weak tone, in my opinion. You'll never see an upright player playing with that kind of technique. If you want dynamic, robust tone, you need to get some meat on those strings, and dig in.

    • @OnlineBassCourses
      @OnlineBassCourses  2 роки тому

      Thanks, Gemma. I agree with some things you say here and not others but that’s cool! We’re all entitled to different opinions. So many great bass players use a P and so many producers love them that there has to be something in the fact that they sound great and fit well for a lot of styles.
      Of course, you’re right, lots of other basses do a great job too. Tone is indeed in the fingers (but also the gear!). Thanks again for the comment. 🙏👍

  • @esa4141
    @esa4141 3 роки тому +2

    Good wake up not to gear head too much. Playing is the key… sometimes cheaper gear (for example squiers) are worry free way to hobby playing. No stress of minor scars or tears and value doesnt drop much…. Beat the hell out from the bass you have now… 😎
    At least I can justify my poor playing with cheaper bass 😂

    • @OnlineBassCourses
      @OnlineBassCourses  3 роки тому +2

      I love cheap basses! Sire are making some great basses right now.

  • @klaymeister
    @klaymeister 3 роки тому +1

    Do you like sunburst? 🤣

    • @OnlineBassCourses
      @OnlineBassCourses  3 роки тому

      Not really actually! They happened to be the colour of the basses on offer at the time.

  • @joelreed9763
    @joelreed9763 3 роки тому

    How dare you say that I don't need a bunch of basses or that "vintage" isn't important? What if my wife sees this? She'll never let me over spend on another bass! Think before you do stuff like that 😉

  • @DoomOfConviction
    @DoomOfConviction 3 роки тому +1

    I can’t help myself but the Musicman Stingray doesn’t look like a stingray he looks like a toilet seat!

  • @wuwliwonka
    @wuwliwonka 3 роки тому +1

    Oh man, look at all that gear ...I think I want to be your boyfriend and I'm not even gay yet

    • @OnlineBassCourses
      @OnlineBassCourses  3 роки тому +2

      There's still time...

    • @wuwliwonka
      @wuwliwonka 3 роки тому +1

      @@OnlineBassCourses hahahaha 😆 can you tell us about that Fender bass head? Is there a video where you demo it?

    • @OnlineBassCourses
      @OnlineBassCourses  3 роки тому +1

      @@wuwliwonka I bought it on a whim from eBay one night after hearing a similar one at a gig. I love it! I will demo it one day...

    • @wuwliwonka
      @wuwliwonka 3 роки тому +1

      @@OnlineBassCourses which one is it? All tube or a hybrid?

    • @OnlineBassCourses
      @OnlineBassCourses  3 роки тому

      @@wuwliwonka it's a 1977 all tube Bassman, the silver face version. 2x15 cabinet.

  • @yisafps
    @yisafps 3 роки тому

    4:46 you’re not versatile

    • @OnlineBassCourses
      @OnlineBassCourses  3 роки тому

      Who's not versatile?

    • @yisafps
      @yisafps 3 роки тому +1

      @@OnlineBassCourses 1:42 on this ua-cam.com/video/9eOF7t4HgjE/v-deo.html (watch the whole thing tho)

    • @OnlineBassCourses
      @OnlineBassCourses  3 роки тому +1

      😅 I do remember seeing that actually. SO TRUE!

  • @gertvanpeet3120
    @gertvanpeet3120 3 роки тому

    Stainless steel is not magnetic...so no sound! I tried it out....know your physics...

    • @OnlineBassCourses
      @OnlineBassCourses  3 роки тому +1

      Sorry, no idea what you're referring to - I don't memorise everything I say in videos.

  • @benpowell3277
    @benpowell3277 Рік тому +1

    You should just change the tittle to a complete fender bass tone rundown! If anyone is looking for a complete rundown find another video because this is just an advert for Fender!