How can I teach myself to play bass guitar?

To ensure you don't pick up bad habits, develop improper technique, or get frustrated and quit early in the process, I highly recommend taking bass lessons - particularly while you're just getting started. Check out my expansive catalog of free bass lessons first. You can decide whether my teaching style works for you - and learn a new bass line or two in the process. Ready to commit to some serious training? Keep on the look out for my premium courses when they get released. They'll give you all the skills you need to build confidence, learn to play with others, and launch your musical journey. These sessions are designed to be comprehensive yet convenient. You can complete them anywhere on whatever schedule works best for you.

What are the basics of bass?

The fundamental techniques to start with are: - Playing fingerstyle and with a pick - Muting the strings - Hammer-ons and pull-offs - Ghost notes (also called dead notes)

What should I learn first on bass guitar?

There are two main tips to choosing which song to learn how to play first on bass guitar: Pick something easy. Choose a song with a relaxed tempo and a simple, easy-to-follow chord progression. Popular options include "Feel Good Inc" by Gorillaz, "Seven Nation Army" by The White Stripes, and "Another One Bites the Dust" by Queen. Pick something you know. You'll find it easier to play along to a song you're already pretty familiar with. Plus, if you're not into the song, you'll have a much harder time getting psyched about learning it!

Is bass easier to learn than guitar?

You may have heard people (usually non-bass players) say they consider bass guitar easy compared to "regular guitar." But that isn't true! Learning how to play bass correctly takes just as much dedication and attention to detail as learning to play guitar. Even a simple riff takes many repetitions to master. And achieving the proficiency and fluidity you see from legendary bass players like Chuck Mingus, Flea, and Thundercat requires years and years of practice and performance experience.