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…

November 24, 2023

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…

November 16, 2023

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.

November 8, 2023

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…

October 7, 2023

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…

September 5, 2023

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Power Chords For BASS!

Power Chords are one of many favorite chords to play on bass because they are so versatile! It can be used to create a quick change in a bass line or to create whole songs. These three noted chords are comprised of the root, 5th and octave. They are written with the note name and…

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January 24, 2018

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Getting Gig Ready Part 3: Overcoming Nervousness

This is the one area as a musician I tend to have a hard time with. I get nervous before any gig I am going to play. I am a perfectionist and as musicians we tend to be that way. I have learned though that if I mess a song up or don’t play it…

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October 13, 2015

Getting Gig Ready Series

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Getting Gig Ready Series Part 2: Tips

In this part I will be giving you some tips getting ready for your gig! Make sure you have all your gear! Make a list out of all the gear that you need. This will help you keep track and not forget anything. *Here is a sample list that you could take: PensWaterExtra gear: list…

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September 17, 2015

Getting Gig Ready Series, Motivation

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The Ultimate Bassist Gift Guide for the Holidays

The Lowdown Showdown: Comparing 4-String and 5-String Bass Guitars

Making Your Bass Guitar Sound Low and Heavy: Downtuning vs. Drop Tuning

Guide to Buying Your First Bass Guitar

Exploring the Dark and Controversial Rammstein song ‘Mein Teil’ – Behind the Song (BTS) with Basschick

12 Reasons Why You Should Learn Two-Octave Scales!

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Power Chords For BASS!

Getting Gig Ready Part 3: Overcoming Nervousness

Getting Gig Ready Series Part 2: Tips