5 string bass notes fretboard diagram PDF Memorizing the notes on a 5-string bass Memorizing notes on a 5 string bass is fairly straightforward. Memorize all of the natural notes, one bass string at a time. Practice these notes out loud, and play them as you say them. Next, practice saying the sharp and flat […]
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You’ll learn the 5 string bass pentatonic scale shapes in this lesson. They all use the root note “C”, but feel free to transpose the shapes when you practice. Also, these shapes are much easier to learn if you already know the 4-string major pentatonic shapes. Shape 1 Shape 2 Shape 3 Shape 4 Shape
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Want to learn an underrated, epic bass scale? Then you need this Phrygian Dominant scale bass lesson. You’ll learn: What is the Phrygian Dominant scale? The Phrygian Dominant scale is a variation of the Phrygian scale, where the minor 3rd is replaced with a major 3rd. It’s also the 5th mode of the harmonic minor
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Want to learn the coolest bass scale? If so, you have to check out this harmonic minor scale bass lesson. You’ll learn: This is one of the most common alternatives to the minor scale, and it’s an amazing scale to learn for any advancing bassist. What is the harmonic minor scale? The harmonic minor scale
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In this lesson, you’ll learn about 7th chords for bass guitar. Bass 7th chords are four-note chords made up of a triad combined with the 7th degree of the scale. Learning them will help you write chord progressions, play arpeggios, and improve your fretboard visualization. Types of 7th chords The 5 main types of 7th
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Intervals on the bass guitar, and on any other instrument, represent the distance between the root note and another note. Here’s a diagram showing all bass intervals in a single position, organized chromatically. And, if you read my posts or watched my videos about dyads, then you’ve already learned some common intervals including: If you
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This is a bass triads lesson that will teach you: And if you haven’t done so already, make sure you check out my lessons about intervals and bass dyads, because they’ll make it easier to understand triads. What is a triad? A triad is just a 3 note chord containing a root, a variation of
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In this bass lesson, you’ll learn 2 easy minor and major 10th shapes. What are tenths on bass guitar? Tenths on bass refer to major 3rds or minor 3rds played one octave higher. For example, if you play the 8th note of the E string, you’ll play a “C” note. Then, if you play the
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Check out this comprehensive intermediate bassist checklist to ensure you’re covering all the essential techniques, theory, and practice routines necessary to take your bass playing to the next level. I made this list because I’ve seen other bass and guitar instructors make similar lists. Basically, this is just my take on what an intermediate bassist
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In this lesson, you’ll learn everything you need to know about how to tune a bass guitar! You’ll learn different tuning methods, why it’s important to tune a bass guitar, and different types of tunings. Tuning a bass guitar is an essential part of everyday bass life, so make sure you pay attention to every
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