BASS

BASS

The Bb scale fingering is here to learn. Start with 2nd finger on the 6th fret, E string. This fingering is very moveable and you can play any scale (on the E or A string) using this pattern.

This video discusses and describes the basic Major Scale(s). It's real clear.

This is the C Major scale. Many of these scales have the same fingering pattern - and that's a cool thing. Make sure you use the exact fingerings in these examples - start on your 2nd (middle) finger.

Let's get funky. This is Chameleon by Herbie Hancock. It has a great bass line - explained real well right here. This is the original - Jam on!

Here is a set of youtube videos that are clear and accurate for acoustic (stand up) bass - both scales and chords.

Electric bass tricks can be found here. Check out Victor's use of his thumb. Nice!

This is a nice one about playing chords on a bass.