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Animal I Have Become – Three Days Grace (Bass Playthrough)
Dive into the groove with a bass playthrough of Three Days Grace’s ‘Animal I Have Become.’
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Rock You Like A Hurricane – Scorpions (Bass Cover) + 7 Fun Facts
What’s going on everyone! I hope your new year is off to a great start. I am so excited to have you listen to my cover of the awesome German band Scorpions song Rock You Like A Hurricane. I also included some fun facts in the video and below.
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The Ultimate Bassist Gift Guide for the Holidays
The holiday season brings the joy of gifting, especially for the musicians in your life. Whether they pluck the bass guitar or indulge in other musical endeavors, finding the perfect gift can light up their musical journey. Here’s a curated collection of gifts catering to the diverse needs and preferences of bass guitarists and musicians…
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The Lowdown Showdown: Comparing 4-String and 5-String Bass Guitars
In the world of bass guitars, the choice between a 4-string and a 5-string instrument is not just a matter of string count. It’s a decision that can significantly impact your playing style, musical versatility, and even your wallet. In this guide, I will explain the differences between these two types of bass guitars, from…
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Making Your Bass Guitar Sound Low and Heavy: Downtuning vs. Drop Tuning
Downtuning and drop tuning are two distinct techniques used for altering the pitch and sound of a bass guitar. While they share some similarities, they serve different purposes and create different effects. Let’s explore the differences between downtuning and drop tuning for the bass guitar.
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Guide to Buying Your First Bass Guitar
Bass guitar is the heartbeat of many genres, from rock to funk to jazz. It can be very overwhelming with different brands and types of basses on the market. Fret not (pun intended), as I’m here to guide you through the process of selecting the ideal bass guitar. Set Your Budget Before anything else, decide…
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Exploring the Dark and Controversial Rammstein song ‘Mein Teil’ – Behind the Song (BTS) with Basschick
Welcome back to another exciting episode of “Behind the Song with Basschick.” Today, we dive deep into the unsettling yet fascinating world of Rammstein’s “Mein Teil.” Be warned, this song isn’t for the faint of heart, as it delves into dark and disturbing themes. If you’re easily disturbed or have young ones around, this might…
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12 Reasons Why You Should Learn Two-Octave Scales!
Two-octave scales are musical scales that span two octaves. This can be any scale including major, minor, pentatonic, blues, exotic, etc.. These scales are commonly used on various musical instruments, including the piano, guitar, violin, and wind and brass instruments.
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