$499 J Bass VS $3499 J Bass... Can YOU tell the difference?! Scotts Bass Lessons 2026-09-19 | $499 J Bass VS $3499 J Bass... Can YOU tell the difference?!
Groove on point! 🎯 #playeroftheweek #marlakether #scottsbasslessons Scotts Bass Lessons 2024-06-04 | Awesome original hip hop groove from our #playeroftheweek @marla_kether Feel + tone = 🎯 #bassguitar #basslove #basslife #bassplayersunited #bassplayer #bassline #scottsbasslessons #sbl
Bass Teachers React to Spotify Top 10 (IS BASS DEAD?) Scotts Bass Lessons 2024-06-03 | 🎸 Learn bass the easy (and fun) way with the NEW SBL Beginner Journey → https://sbl.link/4bTLKkzIf there's one constant in the vast, ongoing, streaming music war, it's this fact: Spotify is still the main player. Spotify's library boasts more than 100 million songs! But with all the synths, 808s, and loops… is the bass guitar dead in modern music?! In this episode, we're rating the latest Spotify Top 10.(Disclaimer: This video was filmed on April 17, 2024. Obviously the Spotify Today's Top Hits list has changed since.)In this episodeIs the bass guitar dead in music today?Should bass players be scared of synths?How do you pronounce Hozier?Is the future of the bass secure in the hands of Dua Lipa?And much, much more!===Video Breakdown:00:00 - Introduction00:24 - #10 - Tate McRae - Greedy03:23 - #09 - Teddy Swims - Lose Control05:33 - #08 - Beyonce - Texas Hold ‘Em08:53 - #07 - Sabrina Carpenter - Espresso11:34 - #06 - Benson Boone - Beautiful Things14:27 - #05 - Ariana Grande - We Can’t Be Friends18:42 - #04 - Hozier22:08 - #03 - DJO - End Of Beginning25:08 - #02 - Artemas - I Like The Way You Kiss Me28:26 - #01 - Dua Lipa - Illusion31:47 - Summary===GET MORE BASS TIPS 👇_________________________________________________________________🙌 Be the first to know - SUBSCRIBE now → bit.ly/sub-to-sbl-yt🔓 Unlock your FREE trial to transform your bass playing → http://bit.ly/3fXt4cIABOUT SCOTT’S BASS LESSONS (SBL)_________________________________________________________________As the largest online bass education platform in the world, with an ever-expanding course library and 40,000+ active members, Scott’s Bass Lessons (SBL) has everything you need to master the bass, all in one place. Featuring beginner level bass lessons, engaging courses from expert instructors, step-by-step development curricula, direct feedback on your playing, real-time mentorship from A-list bassists and a thriving and incredibly supportive community, SBL is the perfect platform to uplevel your bass playing, whether you’re a total beginner, or an advanced pro-level bassist.Try SBL Membership today! → http://bit.ly/3fXt4cIRECOMMENDED BASS PLAYLIST_________________________________________________________________Catch up with SBL Content you’ve missed:➡️ youtube.com/playlist?list=PLq5Wss5r1Cvvplt7z7O45JHk2TaJ3NT53 #bassguitarlessons #bassforbeginners #easybasslinesLINKS & OTHER RESOURCES_________________________________________________________________Tune in to our Weekly Podcast: 🎧 sblpodcast.buzzsprout.com/share Explore our free courses:🎸 http://freebasscourses.com Try our FREE GrooveTrainer App:📱 scottsbasslessons.com/groove-trainer-app
Where did you hear this? (for the first time!) #scottsbasslessons #sbl #bassguitar Scotts Bass Lessons 2024-06-03 | We want to know. Do you remember where you were the first time you heard THIS? 🤔
How to Create AWESOME Bass Lines (TOTAL NOOB to BADASS) Scotts Bass Lessons 2024-06-03 | 🎸 Learn bass the easy (and fun) way with the NEW SBL Beginner Journey → https://sbl.link/3yyuL9e===Follow SBL!► Facebook: facebook.com/ScottsBassLessons► Instagram: instagram.com/scottsbasslessons► SBL iTunes Podcast: http://apple.co/1O6P2oZ===
Learn this Offspring bass line! #scottsbasslessons #sbl #basslesson Scotts Bass Lessons 2024-06-02 | Self Esteem by The Offspring, another killer bass line to learn for those just starting out on bass!Seasoned bass veterans, was this one that you learned in the early days of your bass journey? Or perhaps a different '90s pop-punk line?Let us know in the comments! 🔻🔻
Learn this simple bass line! (its ICONIC!) #scottsbasslesson #sbl #basslesson Scotts Bass Lessons 2024-06-01 | Groove is in the Heart is a patchwork quilt of different samples, from the drum track of Vernon Burch Get Up to Herbie Hancock’s infectious bass line from Bring Down The Birds.If you’re kickstarting your bass journey and learning through playing awesome music is what works for you, you need to check out the SBL Beginner Journey, our newly revamped beginner experience!This program is designed to get you started with a concrete learning plan that’ll take you from never having held a bass before to being able to play along to actual songs as fast as possible!Follow our link in bio to find out more! 🔗🚀
Learn this CLASSIC Nirvana bass intro! #nirvana #scottsbasslessons #sbl #lovebuzz Scotts Bass Lessons 2024-05-31 | Originally written by Dutch band the Shocking Blue, Novoselic delivers a warm, almost metallic bass line on this early Nirvana classic, when Kurt Cobain was still referring to himself as ‘Kurdt Kobain’ and which was released at a time when people thought that Extreme and Warrant were like, totally cool dude. For 1989’s Bleach, Novoselic deployed a variety of basses, including a Fender Jazz, an Ibanez Black Eagle and even a borrowed Hohner.Learning Nirvana songs is a great way to start out on bass, if you wanna hear us break down a bunch of classics, head over to our YouTube channel for the full video 🤘🏻
7 EASY Bass Lines that sound INCREDIBLE (the 90’s Edition) Scotts Bass Lessons 2024-05-30 | 🎸 Learn bass the easy (and fun) way with the NEW SBL Beginner Journey → https://sbl.link/4bTLKkz🔥 Download your FREE Tab & Notation → https://sbl.link/3wXKr5CEvery bassist knows the feeling of first picking up the bass and being at a total loss for where to start. That said, there are plenty of beginner-level songs that you can learn how to play with just a few notes, and ‘90s music boasts no shortage of them.Here’s our list of iconic ’90s songs that are easy to learn on the bass guitar, even if you’re just starting out. We’re also giving you a FREE workbook where we’ve added the tab and notation.===Video Breakdown:00:00 - Introduction00:43 - 01 - Rage Against the Machine - Bullet in the Head01:55 - 02 - Deee-Lite - Groove is in the Heart03:36 - 03 - Red Hot Chili Peppers - Give It Away04:37 - 04 - Nirvana - Come As You Are05:51 - 05 - The Offspring - Self Esteem06:59 - Using a Pick 10107:33 - 06 - Green Day - Longview09:10 - 07 - Blink 182 - What's My Age Again10:10 - BONUS - The Stone Roses - She Bangs the Drums===GET MORE BASS TIPS 👇_________________________________________________________________🙌 Be the first to know - SUBSCRIBE now → bit.ly/sub-to-sbl-yt🔓 Unlock your FREE trial to transform your bass playing → http://bit.ly/3fXt4cIABOUT SCOTT’S BASS LESSONS (SBL)_________________________________________________________________As the largest online bass education platform in the world, with an ever-expanding course library and 40,000+ active members, Scott’s Bass Lessons (SBL) has everything you need to master the bass, all in one place. Featuring beginner level bass lessons, engaging courses from expert instructors, step-by-step development curricula, direct feedback on your playing, real-time mentorship from A-list bassists and a thriving and incredibly supportive community, SBL is the perfect platform to uplevel your bass playing, whether you’re a total beginner, or an advanced pro-level bassist.Try SBL Membership today! → http://bit.ly/3fXt4cIRECOMMENDED BASS PLAYLIST_________________________________________________________________Catch up with SBL Content you’ve missed:➡️ youtube.com/playlist?list=PLq5Wss5r1Cvvplt7z7O45JHk2TaJ3NT53 #bassguitarlessons #bassforbeginners #easybasslinesLINKS & OTHER RESOURCES_________________________________________________________________Tune in to our Weekly Podcast: 🎧 sblpodcast.buzzsprout.com/share Explore our free courses:🎸 http://freebasscourses.com Try our FREE GrooveTrainer App:📱 scottsbasslessons.com/groove-trainer-app
Living our teenage dream! 🤣 #nirvana #smellsliketeenspirit #kristnovoselic #kurtcobain #basssolo Scotts Bass Lessons 2024-05-30 | Whenever Scott and I make YouTube videos in the same room together, we always try to come up with a fun intro. It typically involves one of us living our teenage dream of ripping a gnarly guitar solo 😂#nirvana #smellsliketeenspirit #kristnovoselic #kurtcobain #basssolo
The story behind the Fender Performer 🤘🏻🎸 #scottsbasslessons #sbl #fender #basslesson Scotts Bass Lessons 2024-05-29 | The Performer was Fender's short-lived attempt to keep up with modern trends in the mid-late 80s, it is rumoured that only a few hundred were made before they ceased production in 1987. What are your thoughts on the Performer? Let us know in the comments below! 👇🏻🔻 #bassguitar #basslove #basslife #bassplayersunited #bassplayer #bassline #scottsbasslessons #sbl
Donna Lee at 315BPM 😳⚡️💨 #coledavis #playeroftheweek #sbl #scottsbasslessons Scotts Bass Lessons 2024-05-28 | Check out our #playeroftheweek Cole Davis @coledavisbass absolutely blazing his way though Donna Lee at 315BPM 😳💨⚡️Original version by Joe Pass and Niels-Henning Ørsted Pedersen #bassguitar #basslove #basslife #bassplayersunited #bassplayer #bassline #scottsbasslessons #sbl
The Whos New Bassist (Jon Button) breaks down his favorite bass lines Scotts Bass Lessons 2024-05-27 | In the episode of "The Bass Lines That Made Me," Jon Button shares enlightening reflections on his early experiences as a bass player. Throughout the episode, Jon delves into the profound impact of iconic musicians such as Miles Davis, Weather Report, Marvin Gaye, and Journey, shedding light on the pivotal bass lines that have significantly influenced his musical path.===Video Breakdown00:00 Introduction00:39 How Jon came up and got into bass04:53 Fat Time - Miles Davis07:54 What it Is - Miles Davis10:51 Havona - Weather Report15:08 What's Going On - Marvin Gaye18:57 Starting out with a Jazz focus25:45 I'll Be Alright Without You - Journey27:10 How Jon worked on his 8th note feel===GET MORE BASS TIPS 👇_________________________________________________________________🙌 Be the first to know - SUBSCRIBE now → bit.ly/sub-to-sbl-yt🔓 Unlock your FREE trial to transform your bass playing → http://bit.ly/3fXt4cIABOUT SCOTT’S BASS LESSONS (SBL)_________________________________________________________________As the largest online bass education platform in the world, with an ever-expanding course library and 40,000+ active members, Scott’s Bass Lessons (SBL) has everything you need to master the bass, all in one place. Featuring beginner level bass lessons, engaging courses from expert instructors, step-by-step development curricula, direct feedback on your playing, real-time mentorship from A-list bassists and a thriving and incredibly supportive community, SBL is the perfect platform to uplevel your bass playing, whether you’re a total beginner, or an advanced pro-level bassist.Try SBL Membership today! → http://bit.ly/3fXt4cIRECOMMENDED BASS PLAYLIST_________________________________________________________________Catch up with SBL Content you’ve missed:➡️ youtube.com/playlist?list=PLq5Wss5r1Cvvplt7z7O45JHk2TaJ3NT53 #bassguitarlessons #jonbutton #thewho LINKS & OTHER RESOURCES_________________________________________________________________Tune in to our Weekly Podcast: 🎧 sblpodcast.buzzsprout.com/share Explore our free courses:🎸 http://freebasscourses.com Try our FREE GrooveTrainer App:📱 scottsbasslessons.com/groove-trainer-app
New sound 💎 OLD BASS 👴🏻 #scottsbasslessons #sbl #basslesson Scotts Bass Lessons 2024-05-27 | Figuring out how to make my old bass sound new is endlessly fascinating. Yeah I’ve got a fuzz, chorus and a bit of reverb on here. But the REAL secret is in getting the note length, shape, and articulation right. I’m switching from muted palm claw grip to regular 2 finger technique and while it might LOOK like easy enough, this was TORTUROUS to get together. What have you been working on lately? // ‘Lover of a Lifetime’ by @jupiterwinterband remixed by @savoiradore // #synthbass #savioradore #jupiterwinter #fenderjazzbass
Can a bass line simultaneously be supportive and creative? 🤔 #scottsbasslessons #sbl #basslesson Scotts Bass Lessons 2024-05-26 | Can a bass line simultaneously be supportive and creative? This is the tightrope act we walk as side musicians! I always want to support the song but I also want to somehow make it BETTER or even more MEMORABLE with a sound or line - and hopefully combination of both. This is ‘Talking To Myself’ by the great @verskotzi #bassplayer #synthbass #guildstarfire #guildbass #flatwound
Are you with Scott or Ian? 🤔 #scottsbasslessons #sbl #basslesson #curbow Scotts Bass Lessons 2024-05-25 | Could this be the end of Scott & Ian's friendship? 😱Let us know in the comments whether your with Scott or Ian!Curbow Petite.... Treasure ⚱️ or Trash 🗑?
Jazz Bassist hears NICKELBACK for the FIRST time Scotts Bass Lessons 2024-05-24 | In today’s video, you’ll see Nick Campbell – a self-confessed James Jamerson fanboy – tackle a Nickelback bass line, which was the opposite of what he was expecting. Find out more about Nick’s charting system and hear his final performance. How close did he ultimately get?===Video Breakdown:00:00 - Intro00:12 - First Listen00:55 - What's challenging about 'Hears for the First Time'01:12 - Nick's process for internalizing music fast01:34 - Watching Nick create his bass line02:26 - How YOU can do what Nick's doing02:40 - What learning vs passively hearing can reveal03:21 - What happens in the bridge?03:49 - Nick's Take07:18 - Debriefing his take07:43 - Revealing Nickelback's 'San Quentin'08:14 - Listening to the Original track11:03 - The intricacies in 'dumb rock music'11:29 - 'I got pretty close'11:43 - Nominating the next bassist!===GET MORE BASS TIPS 👇_________________________________________________________________🙌 Be the first to know - SUBSCRIBE now → bit.ly/sub-to-sbl-yt🔓 Unlock your FREE trial to transform your bass playing → http://bit.ly/3fXt4cIABOUT SCOTT’S BASS LESSONS (SBL)_________________________________________________________________As the largest online bass education platform in the world, with an ever-expanding course library and 40,000+ active members, Scott’s Bass Lessons (SBL) has everything you need to master the bass, all in one place. Featuring beginner level bass lessons, engaging courses from expert instructors, step-by-step development curricula, direct feedback on your playing, real-time mentorship from A-list bassists and a thriving and incredibly supportive community, SBL is the perfect platform to uplevel your bass playing, whether you’re a total beginner, or an advanced pro-level bassist.Try SBL Membership today! → http://bit.ly/3fXt4cIRECOMMENDED BASS PLAYLIST_________________________________________________________________Catch up with SBL Content you’ve missed:➡️ youtube.com/playlist?list=PLq5Wss5r1Cvvplt7z7O45JHk2TaJ3NT53 #bassguitarlessons #nickelback #nickcampbell LINKS & OTHER RESOURCES_________________________________________________________________Tune in to our Weekly Podcast: 🎧 sblpodcast.buzzsprout.com/share Explore our free courses:🎸 http://freebasscourses.com Try our FREE GrooveTrainer App:📱 scottsbasslessons.com/groove-trainer-app
The most divisive finish of ALL TIME? 🤔 #sbl #scottsbasslessons #antigua Scotts Bass Lessons 2024-05-24 | Is Antigua the most divisive finish of ALL TIME?Initially an accidental creation by Fender in the late 1960s, Antigua has sparked both fervent admiration and vehement criticism. Originating from a mishap during the production of Coronado II guitars, Antigua features a distinctive burst from black to mustard yellow, accompanied by a matching pickguard, often leading to polarized opinions on its aesthetics. Despite its divisive nature, Antigua became a staple across various Fender models in the 1970s, with enthusiasts either praising its unique allure or deriding it as unappealing, earning colorful nicknames like "baby poop brown." 👶🏻💩Let us know your thoughts on Antigua in the comments! Do you love it 💛 or can you not stand the sight of it 🙈?
10 Nirvana Bass Lines that PROVE their GENIUS Scotts Bass Lessons 2024-05-23 | Today, we’re looking back at the 10 Nirvana bass lines that prove his genius!The 1991 hit Smells Like Teen Spirit skyrocketed Nirvana to becoming the biggest band in the world. However, bassist Krist Novoselic never hogged the limelight or indeed the full frequency range, but that doesn’t mean that he didn’t have his opportunities to show off every once in a while. 🔥 Download your FREE Tab & Notation → https://sbl.link/4awNqiX ===Video Breakdown:00:00 - Intro00:35 - #1 Blew01:48 - Tuning Down02:55 - #2 Love Buzz04:03 - #3 Smells Like Teen Spirit04:46 - Defining a Generation05:16 - the ACTUAL best part of the song06:10 - #4 Lounge Act07:20 - #5 Come As You Are08:25 - #6 Lithium09:24 - the bass break10:02 - #7 Sliver10:15 - so who wrote all of these bass lines?10:58 - how to play this line11:27 - #8 Hairspray Queen13:15 - #9 Dive15:05 - #10 Heart Shaped Box17:00 - Next up!===GET MORE BASS TIPS 👇_________________________________________________________________🙌 Be the first to know - SUBSCRIBE now → bit.ly/sub-to-sbl-yt🔓 Unlock your FREE trial to transform your bass playing → http://bit.ly/3fXt4cIABOUT SCOTT’S BASS LESSONS (SBL)_________________________________________________________________As the largest online bass education platform in the world, with an ever-expanding course library and 40,000+ active members, Scott’s Bass Lessons (SBL) has everything you need to master the bass, all in one place. Featuring beginner level bass lessons, engaging courses from expert instructors, step-by-step development curricula, direct feedback on your playing, real-time mentorship from A-list bassists and a thriving and incredibly supportive community, SBL is the perfect platform to uplevel your bass playing, whether you’re a total beginner, or an advanced pro-level bassist.Try SBL Membership today! → http://bit.ly/3fXt4cIRECOMMENDED BASS PLAYLIST_________________________________________________________________Catch up with SBL Content you’ve missed:➡️ youtube.com/playlist?list=PLq5Wss5r1Cvvplt7z7O45JHk2TaJ3NT53 #bassguitarlessons #nirvana #nirvanabass LINKS & OTHER RESOURCES_________________________________________________________________Tune in to our Weekly Podcast: 🎧 sblpodcast.buzzsprout.com/share Explore our free courses:🎸 http://freebasscourses.com Try our FREE GrooveTrainer App:📱 scottsbasslessons.com/groove-trainer-app
Beautiful or BUTT UGLY? 💩 #scottsbasslessons #sbl #bassguitar Scotts Bass Lessons 2024-05-23 | What is YOUR verdict? Rank these basses from...1 (Beautiful) ❤️ - 10 (Butt Ugly) 💩1. MusicMan Bongo2. Wal Mk13. Ovation Magnum Mk14. Gibson RD5. Rickenbacker 40016. Steinberger XL27. Vox Phantom Bass Mark V8. Ernie Ball Music Man Big Al9. Fender Performer10. Curbow Petite
These songs SHOULD NOT be SLAPPED! 😱 #scottsbasslessons #sbl #basslesson Scotts Bass Lessons 2024-05-22 | “Just because you CAN doesn’t mean you SHOULD, Ian.” 😝
🔥🔥🔥 #playeroftheweek #scottsbasslesson #sbl #isaacvilla Scotts Bass Lessons 2024-05-21 | Go on @isaac_villa_v ‼️Go & check out Isaac's videos - Killer bass playing! 💪🏻
The 12 UGLIEST Basses of ALL TIME | The SBL Podcast Ep. 153 Scotts Bass Lessons 2024-05-20 | Bass guitars are beautiful and they can make anyone look good, but during its 70-year history there have been a few that are gloriously gaudy or just plain ugly (Precision Bass Lyte, anyone?!) In this episode we’ve set out to name and shame some of the ugliest bass guitars of all time! 🤪In this episode:Does Ernie Ball make the world’s ugliest bass guitar?Why aren’t Rickenbacker basses more popular?Some history behind Fender’s Antigua finish.Why Scott loves the Ovation Magnum bass.The Spector NS-2 - love it or hate it?And much, much more!===Video Breakdown:00:00 - 01 - MusicMan Bongo02:58 - John Myung05:06 - Have Your Say06:22 - 02 - Wal Mk110:58 - 03 - Ovation Magnum Mk114:09 - 04 - Gibson RD15:53 - 05 - Rickenbacker19:00 - 06 - The Antigua Finish23:51 - 07 - Steinberger XL227:20 - 08 - Vox Phantom Bass Mark V30:05 - 09 - Ernie Ball Music Man Big Al33:40 - 10 - Fender Performer35:39 - 11 - Spector NS239:24 - 12 - Curbow Petite42:00 - Summary===GET MORE BASS TIPS 👇_________________________________________________________________🙌 Be the first to know - SUBSCRIBE now → bit.ly/sub-to-sbl-yt🔓 Unlock your FREE trial to transform your bass playing → http://bit.ly/3fXt4cIABOUT SCOTT’S BASS LESSONS (SBL)_________________________________________________________________As the largest online bass education platform in the world, with an ever-expanding course library and 40,000+ active members, Scott’s Bass Lessons (SBL) has everything you need to master the bass, all in one place. Featuring beginner level bass lessons, engaging courses from expert instructors, step-by-step development curricula, direct feedback on your playing, real-time mentorship from A-list bassists and a thriving and incredibly supportive community, SBL is the perfect platform to uplevel your bass playing, whether you’re a total beginner, or an advanced pro-level bassist.Try SBL Membership today! → http://bit.ly/3fXt4cIRECOMMENDED BASS PLAYLIST_________________________________________________________________Catch up with SBL Content you’ve missed:➡️ youtube.com/playlist?list=PLq5Wss5r1Cvvplt7z7O45JHk2TaJ3NT53 #bassguitarlessons #bassgear #uglybassesLINKS & OTHER RESOURCES_________________________________________________________________Tune in to our Weekly Podcast: 🎧 sblpodcast.buzzsprout.com/share Explore our free courses:🎸 http://freebasscourses.com Try our FREE GrooveTrainer App:📱 scottsbasslessons.com/groove-trainer-app
3x CLASSIC Pick Sounds! 🔥💥 #scottsbasslessons #sbl #basslesson #pickplaying Scotts Bass Lessons 2024-05-20 | 🚓🚨 The Jazz Police may have caught him, yes..., and we haven't heard from him since... But it was well worth it. 🚨💪
WTF is that BASS?! 🤔🔥 #scottsbasslessons #sbl #vuorensaku Scotts Bass Lessons 2024-05-19 | Somehow Saku Vuori from Vuorensaku Guitars managed to put all of my favorite things about Fender basses into the most amazing and unique short scale bass of all time. The Vuorensaku IMA Sig was my very first bass collaboration and I couldn’t be more proud of what we made.
DISTORT Your Bass! #scottsbasslessons #sbl #basslesson #distortion Scotts Bass Lessons 2024-05-18 | Years ago I went through a phase of pretending I didn’t like active basses and EMG pickups. It was an odd posturing time of denying my youth and trying to be cool around folks that were way cooler than I was 😂 But I’ll tell you - that time has passed! There is NOTHING quite like Spector with EMG pickups through a bunch of gain! I love how this new HP Ethos sounds through my Ultimate Amp preset in the HX. Hey you can take the kid out of the prog metal band but… you know the rest. Embrace what made you you.
5 Essential FX Pedals for Bass Players! #scottsbasslessons #sbl #basslesson #effects Scotts Bass Lessons 2024-05-17 | Do pedals intrigue you, but you don’t really know where to start?FEAR NOT.We’ve got 5 pedals Ian recommends that have everything you might need to kick off your FX journey!
ROCK Bassist Reacts to JAZZ SHRED Scotts Bass Lessons 2024-05-16 | Have you ever wondered what makes your jazz bass heroes sound so good? How do they create those unforgettable bass lines? Today, we’re delving deep into the realm of five jazz bass legends, demystifying their technique and uncovering the secrets behind their signature styles.===Video Breakdown:00:00 - Introduction and Reluctance to Jazz02:04 - Janek Gwizdala08:36 - Jaco Pastorius15:47 - Evan Marien34:24 - Appreciating the Unique Styles and Tones of Bass Solos36:04 - The Importance of Dynamics, Melody, and Space in Bass Solos41:26 - Deep Diving into Jazz Standards for a Comprehensive Understanding49:21 -The SBL Jazz Lab Program: A Comprehensive Curriculum for Learning Jazz Bass===GET MORE BASS TIPS 👇_________________________________________________________________🙌 Be the first to know - SUBSCRIBE now → bit.ly/sub-to-sbl-yt🔓 Unlock your FREE trial to transform your bass playing → http://bit.ly/3fXt4cIABOUT SCOTT’S BASS LESSONS (SBL)_________________________________________________________________As the largest online bass education platform in the world, with an ever-expanding course library and 40,000+ active members, Scott’s Bass Lessons (SBL) has everything you need to master the bass, all in one place. Featuring beginner level bass lessons, engaging courses from expert instructors, step-by-step development curricula, direct feedback on your playing, real-time mentorship from A-list bassists and a thriving and incredibly supportive community, SBL is the perfect platform to uplevel your bass playing, whether you’re a total beginner, or an advanced pro-level bassist.Try SBL Membership today! → http://bit.ly/3fXt4cIRECOMMENDED BASS PLAYLIST_________________________________________________________________Catch up with SBL Content you’ve missed:➡️ youtube.com/playlist?list=PLq5Wss5r1Cvvplt7z7O45JHk2TaJ3NT53 #bassguitarlessons #bassteacher #jazzlegendsLINKS & OTHER RESOURCES_________________________________________________________________Tune in to our Weekly Podcast: 🎧 sblpodcast.buzzsprout.com/share Explore our free courses:🎸 http://freebasscourses.com Try our FREE GrooveTrainer App:📱 scottsbasslessons.com/groove-trainer-app
Fretless is MORE! #scottsbasslessons #sbl #basslesson #fretlessbass Scotts Bass Lessons 2024-05-16 | Fretless Bass… Yay or nay? There was a time ages ago where I was playing predominantly fretless. I guess I love a high stakes instrument and in terms of electric bass, an unlined fretless is about as high stakes as it gets! Here is a simple way to think about slides, pitch, and portamento in a musical way!
Bass Teacher Learns DEAN TOWN (Vulfpeck) as FAST as possible Scotts Bass Lessons 2024-05-15 | Dean Town. A modern bass classic. And while knowing some of Joe Dart’s tricks of the trade on bass can point you in the right direction, it’s no substitute for listening to and learning some of his techniques while playing them yourself. In today’s video, we challenge Ian Allison to learn one of Joe Dart’s finest recorded moments with Vulfpeck as FAST as possible!🔥 Download your FREE tab & notation → https://sbl.link/4dDypPc===Video Breakdown:00:00 - Introduction00:58 - Dean Town - The Original Track01:51 - Learning the Bass Line - Pt. 103:12 - Get Your FREE Tab & Notation03:29 - Learning the Bass Line - Pt. 204:43 - Recap04:56 - Learning the Bass Line - Pt. 305:07 - Learning the Bass Line - Pt. 405:17 - Scott’s Tip05:45 - Which Bass Line Should Scott Learn?06:00 - Learning the Bass Line - Pt. 506:19 - Take 109:25 - Going Over the Hard Parts10:05 - Final Take10:45 - Summary ===GET MORE BASS TIPS 👇_________________________________________________________________🙌 Be the first to know - SUBSCRIBE now → bit.ly/sub-to-sbl-yt🔓 Unlock your FREE trial to transform your bass playing → http://bit.ly/3fXt4cIABOUT SCOTT’S BASS LESSONS (SBL)_________________________________________________________________As the largest online bass education platform in the world, with an ever-expanding course library and 40,000+ active members, Scott’s Bass Lessons (SBL) has everything you need to master the bass, all in one place. Featuring beginner level bass lessons, engaging courses from expert instructors, step-by-step development curricula, direct feedback on your playing, real-time mentorship from A-list bassists and a thriving and incredibly supportive community, SBL is the perfect platform to uplevel your bass playing, whether you’re a total beginner, or an advanced pro-level bassist.Try SBL Membership today! → http://bit.ly/3fXt4cIRECOMMENDED BASS PLAYLIST_________________________________________________________________Catch up with SBL Content you’ve missed:➡️ youtube.com/playlist?list=PLq5Wss5r1Cvvplt7z7O45JHk2TaJ3NT53 #bassguitarlessons #JoeDart #DeanTownLINKS & OTHER RESOURCES_________________________________________________________________Tune in to our Weekly Podcast: 🎧 sblpodcast.buzzsprout.com/share Explore our free courses:🎸 http://freebasscourses.com Try our FREE GrooveTrainer App:📱 scottsbasslessons.com/groove-trainer-app
Most ICONIC bass break of all time? 🤔 #scottsbasslessons #sbl #basslesson #paulsimon Scotts Bass Lessons 2024-05-15 | When Paul Simon’s You Can Call Me Al first hit the radio in 1986, there wasn't a bassist on the planet whose head wasn't turned by Bakithi Kumalo’s two-bar slap bass solo — a bass break that turned out to be almost physically impossible to play live!ㅤFor today’s new video, we’ve prepared the ultimate crash course in how to play it. Plus, you'll get the free Tab & Notation so you can see exactly how Bakithi did it! Check it out here → youtu.be/kJjf-PNEa1k
Lets talk JAZZ! Q&A with Scott Scotts Bass Lessons 2024-05-14 | Interested in joining SBL Jazz Lab? Follow the link for more info! ➡️ https://sbl.link/44o0TZ3===Follow SBL!► Facebook: facebook.com/ScottsBassLessons► Instagram: instagram.com/scottsbasslessons► SBL iTunes Podcast: http://apple.co/1O6P2oZ===
Absolute vibe! 🇧🇷💚💛💙🔥 #scottbasslessons #sbl #playeroftheweek Scotts Bass Lessons 2024-05-14 | An absolute vibe from our #playeroftheweek Ana Karina Sebastião @anakarinasebastiao ! 🇧🇷💚💛💙🔥
Why learning Jazz on bass SUCKS (5 reasons no one talks about) | The SBL Podcast Ep. 152 Scotts Bass Lessons 2024-05-13 | The hate that some bass players have for jazz can transcend space, time, and the laws of nature. It can feel like your band mates are speaking another language & you feel kind of left out. But learning jazz can give you musical superpowers with practice. In this episode, we’re here to reveal why you should take the leap!In this episode:• Scott’s worst audition story.• Why the best musicians play jazz.• How it can be a bass player’s best friend.• Should non-jazz musicians study jazz?• Check out Ian’s new Olinto Jazz Bass.• And much, much more!🎶 The SBL Jazz Lab is no longer open for enrollment but if you'd like to learn more about the program, check it out here → https://sbl.link/3ybpNyR===Video Breakdown:00:00 - Ian’s New Olinto Jazz Bass04:21 - Scott’s ’70s Jazz Bass07:27 - Why Jazz Sucks!11:30 - Scott’s Jazz Journey21:30 - Sharing War Stories25:26 - The Benefits of Learning Jazz28:17 - Problems with Jazz Education29:16 - Ian’s Jazz Journey35:00 - Why Jazz Is Cool37:29 - Writing Bass Lines40:00 - SBL Jazz Lab44:43 - The Coaches49:00 - Melodic Minor & Misinformation52:00 - SBL Jazz Lab Summary===GET MORE BASS TIPS 👇_________________________________________________________________🙌 Be the first to know - SUBSCRIBE now → bit.ly/sub-to-sbl-yt🔓 Unlock your FREE trial to transform your bass playing → http://bit.ly/3fXt4cIABOUT SCOTT’S BASS LESSONS (SBL)_________________________________________________________________As the largest online bass education platform in the world, with an ever-expanding course library and 40,000+ active members, Scott’s Bass Lessons (SBL) has everything you need to master the bass, all in one place. Featuring beginner level bass lessons, engaging courses from expert instructors, step-by-step development curricula, direct feedback on your playing, real-time mentorship from A-list bassists and a thriving and incredibly supportive community, SBL is the perfect platform to uplevel your bass playing, whether you’re a total beginner, or an advanced pro-level bassist.Try SBL Membership today! → http://bit.ly/3fXt4cIRECOMMENDED BASS PLAYLIST_________________________________________________________________Catch up with SBL Content you’ve missed:➡️ youtube.com/playlist?list=PLq5Wss5r1Cvvplt7z7O45JHk2TaJ3NT53 #bassguitarlessons #bassforbeginners #easybasslinesLINKS & OTHER RESOURCES_________________________________________________________________Tune in to our Weekly Podcast: 🎧 sblpodcast.buzzsprout.com/share Explore our free courses:🎸 http://freebasscourses.com Try our FREE GrooveTrainer App:📱 scottsbasslessons.com/groove-trainer-app
Get THE RATM Bass Tone! #scottsbasslessons #sbl #basslesson #rageagainstthemachine Scotts Bass Lessons 2024-05-13 | The self-titled debut Rage Against the Machine album has a soft spot in the hearts of many bass players, partly due to Tim Commerford's killer tone & playing.Fancy trying to emulate the sound? In this clip, Scott & Ian break down how you can get close! 🤘🏻
Quickfire phrasing exercise ⏳🔥 w/ Michael League #scottsbasslessons #sbl #basslesson #michaelleague Scotts Bass Lessons 2024-05-12 | More short, sweet soloing tips from @michaelleagueplaysmusic 🔥A great exercise to add into your practice routine. Take a conscious approach towards coming up with phrases in order to spark some creativity! ✨This clip is taken from the latest SBL course, 'Soloing & Improvisation Concepts with Michael League' - only available inside the SBL Academy. Go to TrySBL.com to claim your free trial & check it out! 🔗💥
Mononeon. Pioneer of modern bass? 🤔 #scottsbasslessons #sbl #basslesson #mononeon Scotts Bass Lessons 2024-05-11 | Nobody does it quite like @mononeon A incredible musician with a unique approach. A modern pioneer perhaps? Let us know any other players who you think are pushing bass boundaries - We'd love to check them out!
The STRANGEST bass intro of all time? (Youre So Vain) Scotts Bass Lessons 2024-05-10 | We all know the song. In today’s video, Sharon and Ian break down Klaus Voormann’s rippling arpeggio at the start of Carly Simon's 1972 smash, You're So Vain. It’s an intro that leaves many bass players in shock! But why is this bass riff so hard to get down?🔥 Download your FREE Tab & Notation → https://sbl.link/3wqNyCP🎬 Watch the full video of Klaus playing it → youtube.com/watch?v=SPL4cQsHs_Q===Video Breakdown:00:00 - Introduction02:07 - Attempting the Bass Line03:28 - History of the Bass Line05:00 - Ian’s Approach05:38 - Sharon’s Approach06:24 - Covers On YouTube08:05 - The “Wrong” Way09:18 - Sharon’s Version11:40 - Klaus’ Version===GET MORE BASS TIPS 👇_________________________________________________________________🙌 Be the first to know - SUBSCRIBE now → bit.ly/sub-to-sbl-yt🔓 Unlock your FREE trial to transform your bass playing → http://bit.ly/3fXt4cIABOUT SCOTT’S BASS LESSONS (SBL)_________________________________________________________________As the largest online bass education platform in the world, with an ever-expanding course library and 40,000+ active members, Scott’s Bass Lessons (SBL) has everything you need to master the bass, all in one place. Featuring beginner level bass lessons, engaging courses from expert instructors, step-by-step development curricula, direct feedback on your playing, real-time mentorship from A-list bassists and a thriving and incredibly supportive community, SBL is the perfect platform to uplevel your bass playing, whether you’re a total beginner, or an advanced pro-level bassist.Try SBL Membership today! → http://bit.ly/3fXt4cIRECOMMENDED BASS PLAYLIST_________________________________________________________________Catch up with SBL Content you’ve missed:➡️ youtube.com/playlist?list=PLq5Wss5r1Cvvplt7z7O45JHk2TaJ3NT53 #bassguitarlessons #bassforbeginners #easybasslinesLINKS & OTHER RESOURCES_________________________________________________________________Tune in to our Weekly Podcast: 🎧 sblpodcast.buzzsprout.com/share Explore our free courses:🎸 http://freebasscourses.com Try our FREE GrooveTrainer App:📱 scottsbasslessons.com/groove-trainer-app
Jaco Pastorius. Do you get the hype? 🤔 #scottsbasslessons #sbl #basslesson #jacopastorius Scotts Bass Lessons 2024-05-10 | Do you get the hype? 🤔When we posted Scott's controversial take that he wasn't convinced by Jack Bruce, more than a few people said they felt the same way about Jaco!It seems Jaco isn't for every bass player on first listen, however if you take the time to unravel his bass parts the magic is undeniable. 🪄If you're looking to go deeper into the world of Jazz, make sure to check out our latest program, SBL Jazz Lab! It's a completely unique approach to studying Jazz Bass 🚀
The 7 ESSENTIAL Skills to Getting Started with JAZZ BASS Scotts Bass Lessons 2024-05-10 | Interested in joining SBL Jazz Lab? Follow the link for more info! ➡️ https://sbl.link/44o0TZ3===Follow SBL!► Facebook: facebook.com/ScottsBassLessons► Instagram: instagram.com/scottsbasslessons► SBL iTunes Podcast: http://apple.co/1O6P2oZ===
Rage Against The Machines GREATEST Bass Line? 🤔🤘🏻 #scottsbasslessons #sbl #basslesson #ratm Scotts Bass Lessons 2024-05-09 | There’s no denying the immense power of Rage Against The Machine. The rap-metal quartet’s finest hour was probably their 1991 self-titled debut album, a highlight of which was Take The Power Back.ㅤA masterclass in slap bass, it's the opening riff that qualifies the song for immortality!Check out the full video here 👉🏻 youtu.be/jH4_GS58Pts
Was this the most ICONIC bass break of ALL TIME? Scotts Bass Lessons 2024-05-08 | When Paul Simon’s You Can Call Me Al first hit the radio in 1986, there wasn't a bassist on the planet whose head wasn't turned by Bakithi Kumalo’s two-bar slap bass solo — a bass break that turned out to be almost physically impossible to play live!For today’s new video, we’ve prepared the ultimate crash course in how to play it. Plus, you'll get the free Tab & Notation so you can see exactly how Bakithi did it!🔥 Download your FREE Tab & Notation → https://sbl.link/44tn14p===Video Breakdown:00:00 - Introduction01:27 - The Bass Break02:10 - The Story Behind THE Bass Break04:29 - Lesson Pt. 106:44 - Breaking It Down08:20 - Playing with Effects10:15 - Lesson Pt. 211:30 - Summary===GET MORE BASS TIPS 👇_________________________________________________________________🙌 Be the first to know - SUBSCRIBE now → bit.ly/sub-to-sbl-yt🔓 Unlock your FREE trial to transform your bass playing → http://bit.ly/3fXt4cIABOUT SCOTT’S BASS LESSONS (SBL)_________________________________________________________________As the largest online bass education platform in the world, with an ever-expanding course library and 40,000+ active members, Scott’s Bass Lessons (SBL) has everything you need to master the bass, all in one place. Featuring beginner level bass lessons, engaging courses from expert instructors, step-by-step development curricula, direct feedback on your playing, real-time mentorship from A-list bassists and a thriving and incredibly supportive community, SBL is the perfect platform to uplevel your bass playing, whether you’re a total beginner, or an advanced pro-level bassist.Try SBL Membership today! → http://bit.ly/3fXt4cIRECOMMENDED BASS PLAYLIST_________________________________________________________________Catch up with SBL Content you’ve missed:➡️ youtube.com/playlist?list=PLq5Wss5r1Cvvplt7z7O45JHk2TaJ3NT53 #bassguitarlessons #paulsimon #bakithikumaloLINKS & OTHER RESOURCES_________________________________________________________________Tune in to our Weekly Podcast: 🎧 sblpodcast.buzzsprout.com/share Explore our free courses:🎸 http://freebasscourses.com Try our FREE GrooveTrainer App:📱 scottsbasslessons.com/groove-trainer-app
Continuum bass tone breakdown! #scottsbasslessons #sbl #basslesson #jacopastorius #jazz Scotts Bass Lessons 2024-05-08 | When you're Jaco, you don't need a chorus pedal 🤯In our video breaking down Jaco's 1976 debut album Ian dives into a bunch of the lines & how you can get close to that classic Jaco sound!For many, Jaco is an acquired taste. It's hard to fully appreciate his genius without some understanding of Jazz harmony. If you're a bass player who's dipped their toe into the world of Jazz and want to take your skills to the next level, look no further than SBL Jazz Lab.It’s not just another online course.And it’s not a run-of-the-mill coaching program...Check it out here 👉🏻 https://sbl.link/3ybpNyR
Absolutely blazin! 🔥🥵 #playeroftheweek #evanmarien #scottsbasslessons #sbl Scotts Bass Lessons 2024-05-07 | Absolutely blazin'! 🔥🥵Shout out to our #playeroftheweek @evanmarien 🙌🏻
Michael League breaks down his FAVORITE bass lines | The SBL Podcast Ep. 151 Scotts Bass Lessons 2024-05-06 | In today’s video, we asked Michael League to dig into his earliest influences and name the bass lines that helped define his career with four-time Grammy Award Winners Snarky Puppy. There were a few things we agreed on:Bootsy Collins belongs on every top 10 list.Your drummer is your best friend.David Hood is a bass guitar genius.Everything else was up for debate. Well, almost everything…In this episode:Michael names his favorite bass line of all time.And the British rock band he idolized as a teen.We talk through his Jaco Pastorius phase.Bootsy Collins - just check out his swagger on Do That Stuff!And much, much more!===Video Breakdown:00:00 - Introduction03:25 - 01 - Led Zeppelin / John Paul Jones - Dazed & Confused13:30 - 02 - Staple Singers / David Hood - I’ll Take You There20:53 - 03 - Parliament / Cordell 'Boogie' Mosson - Do That Stuff29:30 - 04 - Jaco Pastorius - Come On Come Over===GET MORE BASS TIPS 👇_________________________________________________________________🙌 Be the first to know - SUBSCRIBE now → bit.ly/sub-to-sbl-yt🔓 Unlock your FREE trial to transform your bass playing → http://bit.ly/3fXt4cIABOUT SCOTT’S BASS LESSONS (SBL)_________________________________________________________________As the largest online bass education platform in the world, with an ever-expanding course library and 40,000+ active members, Scott’s Bass Lessons (SBL) has everything you need to master the bass, all in one place. Featuring beginner level bass lessons, engaging courses from expert instructors, step-by-step development curricula, direct feedback on your playing, real-time mentorship from A-list bassists and a thriving and incredibly supportive community, SBL is the perfect platform to uplevel your bass playing, whether you’re a total beginner, or an advanced pro-level bassist.Try SBL Membership today! → http://bit.ly/3fXt4cIRECOMMENDED BASS PLAYLIST_________________________________________________________________Catch up with SBL Content you’ve missed:➡️ youtube.com/playlist?list=PLq5Wss5r1Cvvplt7z7O45JHk2TaJ3NT53 #bassguitarlessons #michaelleague #ledzeppelin LINKS & OTHER RESOURCES_________________________________________________________________Tune in to our Weekly Podcast: 🎧 sblpodcast.buzzsprout.com/share Explore our free courses:🎸 http://freebasscourses.com Try our FREE GrooveTrainer App:📱 scottsbasslessons.com/groove-trainer-app
Essential solo strategies 🎸🔥 w/ Michael League #scottsbasslessons #sbl #basslessons Scotts Bass Lessons 2024-05-06 | Michael League @michaelleagueplaysmusic dropping more knowledge nuggets on soloing on bass. Do you consider the message you're trying to send when taking a solo?This clip is taken from out latest course, 'Soloing & Improvisation Concepts with Michael League' available only on the SBL Academy!Head over to www.scottsbasslessons.com check it out! 🔗🚀 #bassguitar #basslove #basslife #bassplayersunited #bassplayer #bassline #scottsbasslessons #sbl
Controversial take 👀🚨 #scottsbasslessons #sbl #basslesson Scotts Bass Lessons 2024-05-05 | Controversial take alert 👀🚨ㅤBut to be fair to Scott, we've all been there right?ㅤDo you have an artist or musician where you simply don't get the hype? Let us know in the comments!
Short scale basses. Whats all the fuss about? 🤔 #scottsbasslessons #sbl #basslesson Scotts Bass Lessons 2024-05-05 | In a recent podcast episode, we took a closer look at the key differences between short-scale and long-scale basses, the pros and cons of each, and we’ll give you a few recommendations of short-scale basses to check out for yourself!ㅤSo if you're a fan of short scales, or maybe you're looking to add one to your collection, make sure to check it out!ㅤFind the full episode here ➡️ youtu.be/Tt3hjX0khe0
The Greatest RATM bass line was SLAPPED? Scotts Bass Lessons 2024-05-02 | 🔥 Download your FREE tab & notation → https://sbl.link/4bn0iZJThere’s no denying the immense power of Rage Against The Machine. The rap-metal quartet’s finest hour was probably their 1991 self-titled debut album, a highlight of which was Take The Power Back. A masterclass in slap bass, it's the opening riff that qualifies the song for immortality!In today’s video we’re showing you how to recreate Tim Commerford’s jaw-dropping bass line – complete with performance notes, a free PDF workbook and explanations on how Tim dialed in his Music Man StingRay to give the song an extra rhythmic edge.===Video Breakdown:00:00 - Introduction01:18 - The StingRay Sound02:36 - Tim’s StingRay Journey03:10 - The Tone05:49 - Verse Bass Line07:11 - Chorus Bass Line09:21 - Summary===GET MORE BASS TIPS 👇_________________________________________________________________🙌 Be the first to know - SUBSCRIBE now → bit.ly/sub-to-sbl-yt🔓 Unlock your FREE trial to transform your bass playing → http://bit.ly/3fXt4cIABOUT SCOTT’S BASS LESSONS (SBL)_________________________________________________________________As the largest online bass education platform in the world, with an ever-expanding course library and 40,000+ active members, Scott’s Bass Lessons (SBL) has everything you need to master the bass, all in one place. Featuring beginner level bass lessons, engaging courses from expert instructors, step-by-step development curricula, direct feedback on your playing, real-time mentorship from A-list bassists and a thriving and incredibly supportive community, SBL is the perfect platform to uplevel your bass playing, whether you’re a total beginner, or an advanced pro-level bassist.Try SBL Membership today! → http://bit.ly/3fXt4cIRECOMMENDED BASS PLAYLIST_________________________________________________________________Catch up with SBL Content you’ve missed:➡️ youtube.com/playlist?list=PLq5Wss5r1Cvvplt7z7O45JHk2TaJ3NT53 #bassguitarlessons #rageagainstthemachine #TimCommerfordLINKS & OTHER RESOURCES_________________________________________________________________Tune in to our Weekly Podcast: 🎧 sblpodcast.buzzsprout.com/share Explore our free courses:🎸 http://freebasscourses.com Try our FREE GrooveTrainer App:📱 scottsbasslessons.com/groove-trainer-app
Can you hear the Jazz in Jamerson? 🤔 #scottsbasslessons #sbl #basslesson #jamesjamerson Scotts Bass Lessons 2024-05-02 | A few months back, we got into the argument that all bass players get into – what are the coolest, grooviest bass lines of all time? After hours of heated debate, we decided to get @nickcampbelldestroys to help make that decision for us.ㅤIn this video, Nick Campbell reels off the bass lines that shaped his sound, diving into the connection between Jazz & Motown along the way! It’s the perfect way to introduce yourself to the worlds of Rocco Prestia, Ray Brown, James Jamerson and Colin Greenwood.Check it out here → youtu.be/trlxBpZgERA
The pedal that is ALWAYS ON! 👀🤯 #scottsbasslessons #sbl #basslesson #chrischaney #janesaddiction Scotts Bass Lessons 2024-05-01 | Did you catch our interview with @chrischaneybass ? Such an awesome conversation!There is absolute genius in his bass playing if you know where to find it (take his game-changing bass lines with Jane’s Addiction for instance).If you ever wondered how to get his 'gnarly' p bass tone with Jane's Addiction, a lot can be attributed to the Budda Phatbass pedal - Now something of a white whale in the world of overdrive!Is there something on your board which is ALWAYS ON? 🤔Let us know in the comments!
