Slap bass with NEON STRINGS sounds dangerously FUNKY

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  • @Monkey-fv2km
    @Monkey-fv2km ปีที่แล้ว +6331

    To be honest, I can't really tell a difference between all these strings...but I'm consistently blown away by the playing.

    • @nathanieljames7462
      @nathanieljames7462 ปีที่แล้ว +845

      These ones are super green dude. How can you not tell the difference??

    • @adamg1512
      @adamg1512 ปีที่แล้ว +226

      Just clickbait. The playing is definitely good though

    • @Monkey-fv2km
      @Monkey-fv2km ปีที่แล้ว +349

      @@nathanieljames7462 oh yeah! I had my phone upside down so I missed that...

    • @dorianmenchanclas4487
      @dorianmenchanclas4487 ปีที่แล้ว +140

      @@adamg1512 nah strings do affect the tone and depth of the sound, but the green is a little much even though he is the best damn bass player I've come across!

    • @LetsMakeItALifetime
      @LetsMakeItALifetime ปีที่แล้ว

      Gotta agree with the monkey on this one

  • @Dragonfly5280
    @Dragonfly5280 ปีที่แล้ว +1090

    I think the coolest things about these neon strings under the black light is that it truly highlights how much movement is in the strings when they're vibrating!

    • @GODHATESADOPTION
      @GODHATESADOPTION ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Do you have blue hair and drive a subaru?

    • @polariaosu
      @polariaosu ปีที่แล้ว +13

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      2. The industrial-technological system may survive or it may break down. If it survives, it MAY eventually achieve a low level of physical and psychological suffering, but only after passing through a long and very painful period of adjustment and only at the cost of permanently reducing human beings and many other living organisms to engineered products and mere cogs in the social machine. Furthermore, if the system survives, the consequences will be inevitable: There is no way of reforming or modifying the system so as to prevent it from depriving people of dignity and autonomy.
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    • @GODHATESADOPTION
      @GODHATESADOPTION ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@polariaosu someone likes the unabomber

    • @Blueturtle1
      @Blueturtle1 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@GODHATESADOPTION sorry wtf does this have anything to do with the original comment. I am so very confused

    • @GODHATESADOPTION
      @GODHATESADOPTION ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Blueturtle1 colorado is literally swarming with blue haired people driving subarus. I call it smurf village or smurf hill...

  • @colinpreston7246
    @colinpreston7246 ปีที่แล้ว +974

    I've been "playing bass" for about 45 years now. Never seen this level of playing in my life. And to boot, such a nice guy. We're all blessed that you decided to share with us your passion and talent . thank you.

    • @colinpreston7246
      @colinpreston7246 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Ahh...just one thing I forgot to add...There's still only one master of the bass though and that has to be the great Verdine White

    • @grounded3792
      @grounded3792 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Give Aram Bedrosian a listen.

    • @colinpreston7246
      @colinpreston7246 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@grounded3792 thanks, i will!

    • @wakenow7612
      @wakenow7612 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@colinpreston7246 what about Victor Wooten?

    • @djcoolcny
      @djcoolcny ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Have you ever heard of Larry Graham 🤔

  • @seanstoltz6957
    @seanstoltz6957 ปีที่แล้ว +985

    If being funky was a crime, this man would have a life sentence. Good shit dude

    • @landonbayne4195
      @landonbayne4195 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      lol, agreed

    • @paulohgo
      @paulohgo ปีที่แล้ว

      It would be a death sentence

    • @olivergarnier8588
      @olivergarnier8588 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Without a doubt

    • @adamjones1150
      @adamjones1150 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      more like a death sentence.. send him to the chair

    • @beingsilly836
      @beingsilly836 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Nah the death sentence cuz my man's too funky for this world.

  • @oscarleppington5275
    @oscarleppington5275 ปีที่แล้ว +176

    This is so funky it’s radioactive

    • @TarisSinclair
      @TarisSinclair ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It would pair well with Daniel Thrasher's funky junk stank.

    • @yvanazastrasz9013
      @yvanazastrasz9013 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      If the piece doesn't have a name yet, that'd be a lovely and fitting one for it :-)

  • @rw5170
    @rw5170 ปีที่แล้ว +723

    Not brown nosing or anything. But in my almost 40 years of life, I do t think I have seen bass skills on your level. I mean Victor wooten and les Claypool yes. But, you only hear their strong points for their style of music. You are all over the place with metal, funk, jazz, classical, etc etc. Truly amazing

    • @colinbanning9416
      @colinbanning9416 ปีที่แล้ว +36

      Also 40, also agree. It's not.... right, how good he is. Like it defies common logic.

    • @NeilBlanco
      @NeilBlanco ปีที่แล้ว +17

      52 here and I also agree. He's amazing...

    • @GuitarsRockForever
      @GuitarsRockForever ปีที่แล้ว +6

      totally agree, Charlie is a master of all, how is that possible, that's outrageous good.

    • @hugomundo4826
      @hugomundo4826 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      420 here, also agree

    • @kcnole
      @kcnole ปีที่แล้ว +14

      He's better than Les. I'd love to get a breakdown of who he listens to for inspiration. I mean I'm sure Victor is there, maybe Abraham Laboriel, Jaco, and Stanley but who else does he learn from?

  • @Dantr42
    @Dantr42 ปีที่แล้ว +566

    Definately this most camera friendly strings you have used. You sound funky as hell as always, but they also support a visual aid as a listener

    • @StuntcatTV
      @StuntcatTV ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I have trouble spelling that word too.

    • @The_Copper_Element_Itself
      @The_Copper_Element_Itself ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@StuntcatTV lmao just noticed it rn. Looool i defiantly confirm this

    • @branwellmcclory3459
      @branwellmcclory3459 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yea.Great to see how the strings move.

    • @theshadowking3198
      @theshadowking3198 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Definitely

  • @retroquest3579
    @retroquest3579 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    Of the hundreds of videos you have posted, THIS is the one I keep coming back to, and probably my most favorite slap/funk bass solo ever recorded. SO musical and just fkn awesome in every regard. just wow bro, just wow.

    • @malteduring3746
      @malteduring3746 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Same, my fav of all his videos!

  • @sayakuyataiwan2519
    @sayakuyataiwan2519 ปีที่แล้ว +346

    I don’t even know how that’s possible to play so well. Absolutely amazing.

    • @Mad9977
      @Mad9977 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      a lot of passion and dedication 👍

    • @THSonGoogle
      @THSonGoogle ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Passion + 110% smart practice

    • @robertthurman9866
      @robertthurman9866 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      He did do a video on what 20,000 of bass practice sounds like!

    • @Orange6921
      @Orange6921 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Its really not that impressive, I started playing bass this weekend and I've already surpassed this guy.

    • @iplaybass6690
      @iplaybass6690 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@THSonGoogle thank you for adding smart to that practice, I have come across many people who do not practice efficiently, I mean there is no one way to practice, but it has to be goal oriented, and focused. You can't just go at it random style, there is so much to know, so many techniques and the styles, that you can teach yourself bad habits, and in the long run actually limit yourself. In my personal experience, if you are having fun practicing, you are either a masochist or doing it wrong. If you love playing an instrument, all the pain, both physical and mental from practicing hours and hours at a time, sometimes with what seems like no progress at all feels that much better when you finally break through and hit that lick you been trying, or pull off that flawless solo. Playing bass has been simultaneously the most satisfying and frustrating thing I have ever done, and I will never stop, been at it for 20 years now and I still practice multiple hours a day, will never stop learning and trying to improve

  • @RC32Smiths01
    @RC32Smiths01 ปีที่แล้ว +357

    The string and bass combinations are simply endless for you man! It's always a treat to see what insane tricks are up your sleeves next!

  • @claudiralle
    @claudiralle ปีที่แล้ว +56

    I am overwhelmed. I would never have thought that something like this is possible on a bass. Simply incredible in the truest sense. And above all: Not only technically world class, but also mega musical. I don't even know what to say about it, I almost have to cry with enthusiasm. Simply unbelievable that you can play so perfectly and beautifully at the same time!

    • @bigquazz3955
      @bigquazz3955 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It mean, it's technically not possible. He also has background instrumentals to help it out. Might be on a loop, but most likely the final sound went through some lite editing before uploading.

  • @Lysdexia
    @Lysdexia ปีที่แล้ว +102

    I've been playing bass since 1976, and after watching this I have come to a conclusion - this man's Bassing is *absolutely fucking awesome*.

  • @trevonhatfield1342
    @trevonhatfield1342 ปีที่แล้ว +120

    I've been playing drums for 40 years. Dude when I hear you play I just smile. I would never insult you and say you play like this or that guy. You play like Charles Berthoud. So refreshing and I love your style and approach to such a great instrument. Thank you!

    • @beeble2003
      @beeble2003 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      "You play like Charles Berthoud."
      I _knew_ he sounded familiar! 😂

    • @alexmalloff
      @alexmalloff ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Отлично играет!!!

  • @jitteryzeitgeist
    @jitteryzeitgeist ปีที่แล้ว +515

    You know, I don't know how many people tell you this, but your muting is godlike. I pay attention to the string vibration (and these strings really show it) and I don't think I see a note lasting past its intended duration, no dissonance created by another wayward string when you hit the big open E's, just perfection. The rest of it is really great, but there's a reason that the notes you don't play in bass are just as important as the ones you do. Incredible control.

    • @Cliffie505
      @Cliffie505 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      totally agree. his tech is top notch and he's so musical. guy's a virtuoso

    • @soul_headshot
      @soul_headshot ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@Cliffie505 for sure one of the best bass players on this app

    • @slimeypiston574
      @slimeypiston574 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@soul_headshot *The best bass player in his age bracket

    • @soul_headshot
      @soul_headshot ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@slimeypiston574 who u think the best on this app is

    • @lebe220
      @lebe220 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      He plays so clean that you can hear every single tone, even the fastest ones.

  • @laustfarver39
    @laustfarver39 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    I've seen this a thousand times. The combination of melody, ghost notes, flapping the e-string and just pure technical excellence from 00.30-00.45 is - without a doubt - the most funky, fantastic, most melodic bass playing I have ever listened to. Wauv.

    • @otterswimshome
      @otterswimshome 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Plus... Neon strings. I mean, I'll take "It's Not A Gimmick If You're A God" for a thousand.

  • @obscurity3027
    @obscurity3027 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Every note is just so damn ✨CLEAN✨

  • @fingalmckiernan4897
    @fingalmckiernan4897 ปีที่แล้ว +154

    I don't get how this is possible. I haven't heard anyone from superstar players, professionals or amateurs being able to play like this. It's like another era of bass playing. It's just ridiculous how good he is.

    • @jeremymusa1544
      @jeremymusa1544 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Search henrik linder from dirty loops. You will surely be amazed. Go watch him play and come back here share your review 😉

    • @Homiebear1
      @Homiebear1 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I call 🤙🧢
      One of the best is Davie504 check his channel now and become a slapper

    • @katsuthebun
      @katsuthebun ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@Homiebear1 davie504 is great but he almost stopped making actual bass videos, instead his channel is filled with 10 seconds videos about nothing and in his actual videos he may not even play :С I wish he would comeback with quality over quantity. But i guess it brings more views or he just got tired of it.

    • @hanoverphist399
      @hanoverphist399 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ive played bass in bands for yrs & to be honest its just not the point in 99% of the music out there Bass is there to compliment the drums & hold up the bottom end

    • @fingalmckiernan4897
      @fingalmckiernan4897 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@katsuthebun 100% agree. No doubt he’s incredible, although his tone on the guitar solo video was awful

  • @burtreynolds2969
    @burtreynolds2969 ปีที่แล้ว +1925

    I think it's safe to say this guy is one of the best in the world.

    • @JoeLinux2000
      @JoeLinux2000 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      He needs to team up with Jake the Hawaiian Ukulele player.

    • @rustyspigot1876
      @rustyspigot1876 ปีที่แล้ว +67

      The freaky thing for me is I've been watching/listening for at least a year and a half and he keeps getting better. Psyched to see every bit of progression. He's a goddamn KID!!!! (I'm 49).

    • @michaelhenderson4706
      @michaelhenderson4706 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@JoeLinux2000 Bro, he needs to team up with everyone. Especially my band. (LF bassist - funk and experimental rock - must be at least as good as Charles - mullet prefered)

    • @nickhammac
      @nickhammac ปีที่แล้ว +73

      I tell people he is the best, I truly don't believe there's a better bassist

    • @chrishenderson420
      @chrishenderson420 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      Is the best currently, he's blowing away all the legends and newcomers.

  • @Massy13
    @Massy13 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Man bassists dont get enough love!!!!!!! This is the best thing ive ever heard...bringing the absolute funk out here man, outstanding job brother!

  • @oscard.5854
    @oscard.5854 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    I showed this to my bass teacher. He quit and we are both learning to play the triangle now.

  • @usmpiano
    @usmpiano ปีที่แล้ว +62

    I like the tone of these strings.

    • @CharlesBerthoud
      @CharlesBerthoud  ปีที่แล้ว +44

      Yeah they're very bright, better than I expected!

    • @joedent3323
      @joedent3323 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      @@CharlesBerthoud is this a pun?

    • @kpsig
      @kpsig ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@CharlesBerthoud I can’t wait to listen to those titanium strings

    • @tomvennings6170
      @tomvennings6170 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@CharlesBerthoud Are those DR strings? They sound like DR.

    • @teshikajikatoshikachi4456
      @teshikajikatoshikachi4456 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@tomvennings6170 I think so too. I have a black beauties DR but they are not nearly as bright as these. These sounds like a Sunbeams.

  • @ajhieb
    @ajhieb ปีที่แล้ว +158

    For all of the credit that Charles gets for being an amazing player, he's also an amazing writer, and his arrangements (original or covers) are all top notch.

  • @d.thoenen8348
    @d.thoenen8348 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    I have been playing bass for over forty five years and this little jam came into my life at a very dark point. It allowed me to kick ass in the darkest place and discover who I really am to redefine myself as a bassist to say what I want to say instead of others telling me what I need to say when I express my feelings through the language of the bass guitar. Now the hard work begins. I have a lot to say with my bass now. Thank you Charles. You helped me to realize I played a lot of those various licks, just never put it together like that. Keep it up. 😎🙏❤️

    • @darbrad3952
      @darbrad3952 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      That's amazing to hear. 🤘

  • @pavloslazarou3697
    @pavloslazarou3697 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

    I refuse to believe a piece of music can sound this insanely nasty and groovy. I'm so lucky to be born at the right time to witness your talent and creativity!!!!

  • @StudioTrev813
    @StudioTrev813 ปีที่แล้ว +246

    He is so clean, he sounds like the demos that come programmed into sequencer keyboards.

    • @filmandfirearms
      @filmandfirearms ปีที่แล้ว +6

      That's the thing with TH-cam, he has practically infinite attempts to get it perfect. We have no way of knowing how many takes he had to do before getting it this good

    • @otterswimshome
      @otterswimshome 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

      @@filmandfirearms True! But we do know how many takes it would take ME to do that before getting it this good: because that would be somewhere between "It's Never Going To Happen" and "Hahahaha."

    • @nell711
      @nell711 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@otterswimshomefunny but realistically it would probably only take you a couple months to at the very least replicate his movements if you’re dedicated enough

    • @Kadamien
      @Kadamien 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      To be honest, I read 'demos' as 'demons' and got quite confused!

  • @NautilusGuitars
    @NautilusGuitars ปีที่แล้ว +497

    Charles, you get plenty of compliments on your bass playing, and deservedly so, ( I truly believe you're THE best bass player in the world right now) but this video reminded me that you deserve some major credit for your compositional skills as well. You're damn good at composing fabulous musical arcs, especially considering the short duration. Not to mention your uncanny ability to fully embrace so many styles.
    Side note, I shudder to think of what somebody like Frank Zappa could have done musically had he had somebody like you at his disposal. He wrote parts that were as sophisticated as possible for the musicians he hired. You would have opened an entirely new world of possibilities. If you're familiar with Zappa's work, you'll know that's the highest praise. He didn't hire one-trick-ponies just for their chops. He hired people that would open as many musical doors as possible. You'd have fit that so well.

    • @BlakeCH24
      @BlakeCH24 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Best in the world???? He is pretty good but I think you need to get out more my friend. He actually is an average good player. I've seen better and many just as good as he is.....yeah you should get out more before making comments like that lol....BEST IN THE WORLD IS A COMPLETE RIDICULOUS COMMENT TO MAKE.... NO ONE IS THE BEST IN THE WORLD!!

    • @giovannagiorno6364
      @giovannagiorno6364 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@BlakeCH24 yup, completely agreed. I love Charle's work, and he's really good. But there are always someone better, and even I've seen plenty of better players.

    • @tokechristensen2334
      @tokechristensen2334 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@BlakeCH24 Cool comment, dude.

    • @urghey990
      @urghey990 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      zappa fans are weird. Maybe I'm dumb but I still don't get the hype. It's just druggie music created by a guy who's clearly never done drugs. It's the musical equivalent of the guy waving his hands in your face and trying to "trip you out" because he knows you're high but he's just really annoying.

    • @NautilusGuitars
      @NautilusGuitars ปีที่แล้ว +65

      @@BlakeCH24 Get out more, huh? I've been playing bass for 20 years, 10 of that professionally playing sophisticated music, and have been obsessed with finding the best players possible since the beginning. I've dived into the catalogues of every one of the most celebrated bass players and am yet to find anyone that tops Charles. Not sure what bass players you think are better than him, but I'd love to see that list.
      Wooten has been the top dog for decades now. Nobody has really topped him as far as being a fully rounded musical prodigy goes. But Charles has. He plays with the finest degree of accuracy I've ever seen, while pushing techniques such as his right hand tapping runs and double pluck/flamenco far beyond what anyone else ever has. He's well versed in different types of music and can genuinely perform them all competently. His compositional skills are excellent. He has impeccable feel, etc.
      Idk if you think some dude shredding pentatonic scales with a pick is great or what, but you dismissing Charles' place among the top says more about you than you think it does about me or Charles. It's quite laughable, frankly.

  • @fairandhonestvideoreviews7527
    @fairandhonestvideoreviews7527 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Wow!!! I've played guitar for for 48 years and bass for 25 years. Wow!!! I need to level up. You are So Fa King Awesome!!! I found your channel because I just put these strings on my Ibanez EBH1005ms :) and I was looking to see some sounds people were getting. Well done man!!!

  • @montrellharrell108
    @montrellharrell108 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Extreamly funky love that bass bro I’m a drummer but by far hearing bass is by far my second favourite instrument and especially if someone now how to make it sound the way this guy do excellent job funky bass player pure funkyness

    • @loganmaddocks4703
      @loganmaddocks4703 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I play guitar mostly and drums a little bit. My friend is a wizard on anything he touches. Keys, guitar, bass, drums, he is stellar at it all. When he gets on bass and I get on drums we feed off each other like no ones business. Having someone who is just as rhythmic and can compliment what you play is just so so good.

  • @roogrey
    @roogrey ปีที่แล้ว +145

    I've only recently discovered you but I have to say, wow! There are bass players and then there are bassists. You, sir, are the latter. TH-cam is awash with showboaters and those who are very good at doing one thing, but that ages quickly. The depth of technique and melodic nature of your playing is second to none. Well done!

    • @durango8882
      @durango8882 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Me too and now I’m hooked! Great playing. Love it.

    • @vrforseniors9830
      @vrforseniors9830 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Meanwhile, back on the planet Earth...

    • @robertwolcott215
      @robertwolcott215 ปีที่แล้ว

      Davie 504 met his match………..

  • @m0n5a80
    @m0n5a80 ปีที่แล้ว +95

    Gotta love it when a melody goes exactly where you're expecting it to go. This is one of the best bass solos I've ever heard.

  • @mytesttickles4138
    @mytesttickles4138 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Chuck Norris of bass guitar! It just plays you! Unbelievably awesome!!

  • @GamerFromJump
    @GamerFromJump ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I keep coming back to this because it sounds so damn awesome. Full length please!

  • @XxRulkexX
    @XxRulkexX ปีที่แล้ว +273

    Let’s all take the time to consider how lucky we are to hear this epic jam by one of the best bassists in the world…with no ads. You’re a legend!!!

    • @yeoj_
      @yeoj_ ปีที่แล้ว

      I. Got a ad

    • @vrforseniors9830
      @vrforseniors9830 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Meanwhile, back on the planet Earth...

  • @Tyqoh
    @Tyqoh ปีที่แล้ว +68

    You know, as a guitar play for 30 years, there's never really been a bassist that I've seen that made me wish I had picked up bass more than you. Not even Davie. You're insanely talented, man. Keep killin' it. I have no doubts you will be known as one of the greatest.

    • @JoeR203
      @JoeR203 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I think Billy Sheehan comes here to learn. lol

    • @heygek2769
      @heygek2769 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Weird, I'm a bass player and he makes me wish i'd never picked it up.

    • @BootsORiley
      @BootsORiley ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Been playing for about the same amount of time and would just like to say that Davie isn't on the level in comparison.

  • @harmstrongg
    @harmstrongg 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I have listened to this maybe 3 times a day for 2 months. It hasnt gotten old. It grooves so good its nuts.

  • @hwilson313
    @hwilson313 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    For those wondering, they're normal bass strings. It's the way he plays that makes them glow like that.

  • @iBoss818
    @iBoss818 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    You know when you're daydreaming and making bands out of youtubers in your head? Charles is always my bassist. Absolutely love your channel mate!

    • @kanubeenderman
      @kanubeenderman ปีที่แล้ว +1

      yes, and with Dovydas on guitar!

    • @iBoss818
      @iBoss818 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@kanubeenderman that's a great pick

    • @JoeR203
      @JoeR203 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thomas McRocklin said he'd like to jam with Charles. But I doubt he'll ever get the ball rolling.

    • @moldy_burrito_
      @moldy_burrito_ ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Um..no. I have never done this. But next time I'm at work I shall now start assembling my youtube MEGA band. Lol

  • @HappyGG
    @HappyGG ปีที่แล้ว +140

    You're the only channel that I can easily hit the Like button without guilt, because I really damn like each and every upload you have. Thank you for letting us watch you perform for free. 🙏🙏🙏

    • @mrrclewis
      @mrrclewis ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I hit the "Like" button before I even begin listening (in case I forget at the end). I can always "Unlike" afterwards if I didn't enjoy the performance. I have never "Unliked" any of Charles' videos.

    • @sydssolanumsamsys
      @sydssolanumsamsys ปีที่แล้ว

      why do you feel guilty liking other channels?

    • @ryno4ever433
      @ryno4ever433 ปีที่แล้ว

      Why would you feel guilty about liking though? Everything on this platform is free. Liking or subscribing is the least you can do to support content creators you like.

  • @philbothe1
    @philbothe1 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Came across this the other day and can’t get enough of it. I’ve played bass over 20 years, but not like this. Your technique is amazing, but the soul you put into it is what makes it! 😮 😁

  • @NolaFatBoyzSk8
    @NolaFatBoyzSk8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    All my life I have never gravitated to anything more than instrumental musicianship. My first time hearing this I fr almost dropped a tear because it’s brilliant. You my friend have changed my perception on the bass gutiar forever and I will not stop till I can this
    Thanks for your true dedication to your craft you are a true Legend and inspiration.

  • @DLain
    @DLain ปีที่แล้ว +207

    As a guitarrist I subscribed immediately.
    Dude is virtuoso.
    This guy is just another level.
    Seriosuly.
    Wtf.

    • @davolthe1261
      @davolthe1261 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yup. Honestly one of the best overall bassist in the world, like with no exaggeration at all

    • @tizfunky9057
      @tizfunky9057 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      im sitting here thinking the same thing right now. GOT DAYUM

    • @wowfood7105
      @wowfood7105 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      And yet he still hasn't beaten Dave504 :p

    • @iotatq3728
      @iotatq3728 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      ​@wowfood7105 the number of subscribers doesn't matter, you know what's good and what's best when you hear it

    • @kodaph
      @kodaph 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      ​@@wowfood7105beat? In what context...
      they're both equally good in their own right...

  • @DerelictEarth
    @DerelictEarth ปีที่แล้ว +28

    As always, a fantastic combination of groove and musicality ...

  • @caitlynnmoore6665
    @caitlynnmoore6665 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    By far the best bassist in the world .... I literally listen to all you videos every day just purely because I love all the jams you do on the bass

  • @ankerstang1878
    @ankerstang1878 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have now seen quite a few videos with this young guy and I must say that I have never heard anything like it. In my opinion, he is the best I have ever heard. Fantastic..

  • @jakestands9342
    @jakestands9342 ปีที่แล้ว +54

    Finally more content ,hasn’t been long but feels like it’s been forever😂❤️

    • @CharlesBerthoud
      @CharlesBerthoud  ปีที่แล้ว +76

      "One minute without BASS feels like a lifetime. That's relativity." - Albert Einstein

    • @scape_stray601
      @scape_stray601 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@CharlesBerthoud I believe it

    • @teshikajikatoshikachi4456
      @teshikajikatoshikachi4456 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@CharlesBerthoud that’s a fact 😉

    • @tonymason6686
      @tonymason6686 ปีที่แล้ว

      "Daddy made you some content..."

  • @vBrazzyy
    @vBrazzyy ปีที่แล้ว +28

    All that time practicing and that time at College really not only turned you into an amazingly talented musician, but also a very talented composer as well. Top marks as always man i always enjoy seeing what you come up with!

  • @Sven420
    @Sven420 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is definitely the one piece of music you made that I enjoy the most. The way it funks is just mindboggeling. Love it!

  • @missmind8181
    @missmind8181 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    You can truly say and see that this guy feels what he do :)
    Great demonstration of the meaning of passion!

  • @ojmanl542
    @ojmanl542 ปีที่แล้ว +75

    This guy demonstrates the cleanest, most precise bassist I’ve ever seen. He’s gotta be some kind of savant. His accuracy and timing are off the charts. I’m going to attempt to learn from him, and I’ll be happy if I can achieve a fraction of what he displays. Mind blown! 🤯

    • @franman781
      @franman781 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      It's his relaxed demeanor and posture that really baffles me. It's haunting how effortless he makes it all look.

    • @justinh8059
      @justinh8059 ปีที่แล้ว

      OMG!

    • @georgiykireev9678
      @georgiykireev9678 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@franman781 it's the relaxation paradox: being able to do something without much effort reduces the tension, and that relaxed state allows you to perform significantly better. Making it look easy makes it actually easy. It's just incredibly difficult to get to that point, where ability and confidence balance out for minimal tension

    • @benderocks788
      @benderocks788 ปีที่แล้ว

      Huge talent indeed, but let's put things into perspective: The audio we HEAR in the video was probably pre-recorded in a DAW, with several takes and punch-ins / punch-outs, then tweaked and mixed. THEN comes the filming of the video over that polished pre-recorded audio track. The performance we SEE in the video is most likely NOT the performance we HEAR in the audio of the said video (as it was most likely pre-recorded and tweaked in a DAW). As long as the video images matches the polished pre-recorded audio performance, then we have the impression that IT'S ALL PLAYED LIVE in one take in front of the camera, which is, again, PROBABLY NOT THE CASE!
      In the end, huge talent indeed, but don't get discouraged if you are a musician / bass player that can't play straight through in 1 take what you SEE in this video! Also remember, to each his own level of talent and artistic identity. We all have something unique to bring to the world. This guy here seems to bring nice video performances of his pre-recorded breath-taking compositions. A bit of video smoke and mirrors to make you lose your breath even more!

  • @lucaswilson7144
    @lucaswilson7144 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    Love this video! No long intro, no unnecessary talking = straight to amazing beautiful musical piece. Great job!!!!!

  • @branwellmcclory3459
    @branwellmcclory3459 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    So good. I keep coming back to this every couple days for months now.

  • @rosewhitcomb3687
    @rosewhitcomb3687 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just shared this with my entire class... everyone LOVES this!! Great sound and awesome idea to put glowing strings on - I've never seen that before!

  • @equacionamatematica
    @equacionamatematica ปีที่แล้ว +276

    Amazing!!🥰🥰👏👏

    • @listhekidj9733
      @listhekidj9733 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Iae prof ljkkkkkkkkk

    • @jonatanpciotti4724
      @jonatanpciotti4724 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      do nada o paulo pereira num video de baixo kkkkkkkkkkkk

  • @awesomelife348
    @awesomelife348 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    ive been playing bass for years, and i've never seen anybody play like this. You're killing it man.

  • @Shagfoot
    @Shagfoot 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I keep coming back this. Fluid playing and great groove.

  • @MichaelAvni
    @MichaelAvni ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Damn boy! no matter which strings you use, every time I watch you play I have a stupid smile on my face... keep on slappin' ❤

  • @LuisGmoDeLosMonteros
    @LuisGmoDeLosMonteros ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Come on, Charles, wtf. Every video of you gets better. You have the perfect balance between flashy technique and musicality. Awesome, dude!!!

  • @Wulthrin
    @Wulthrin ปีที่แล้ว +5

    such a cool visual effect with the black body and the dark fretboard. makes the strings almost look like they're floating. really love how well it shows the deflection of the strings

  • @carlaogts
    @carlaogts ปีที่แล้ว +4

    A KING IN THE FOUR STRINGS... Perfect.

  • @michaelwood789
    @michaelwood789 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I can’t recall bass playing I’ve enjoyed hearing more than this. Incredible

  • @tjhallett
    @tjhallett ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I like how the different strings you use kind of inspire the type of groove you compose. Like these neon ones lead you to do a super dancey, almost techno kind of vibe. Always enjoy your playing!

  • @mrbottomtooth
    @mrbottomtooth ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Love the groove. Best one in a while. Also really cool to see the string vibrations so well with the neon strings

  • @halhatatlanjoe4052
    @halhatatlanjoe4052 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    happy birthday dude🎉 go high🎉🎉❤

  • @grus8925
    @grus8925 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    It's amazing plays like that! WOW!

  • @timalan5376
    @timalan5376 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    This young man is really good, and it's a joy to listen to him play.

  • @danielromagnolo8629
    @danielromagnolo8629 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    When virutosity finds musicality, the color of strings just gives style to performance. Congrats, really great!

  • @Colakaze
    @Colakaze 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Fun fact: these strings are actually very common and can be found at music stores. Despite how common they are, they look and sound amazing.

  • @GustavoDB
    @GustavoDB ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It can't be so perfect ... Well it can. More than the strings I fall in love with the creation of this song or whatever Charles likes to name it. For me was an incredible song, perfectly performed... Is one of the soundtracks for making bass more glorious.

  • @levimcglinchey5843
    @levimcglinchey5843 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I've been playing oboe now for upwards of seven minutes and I can't help but admire your style, pure genius

  • @foadrightnow5725
    @foadrightnow5725 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    You, sir, are easily in my top 5 bad ass bassists in the world!

    • @mr.lucifer4006
      @mr.lucifer4006 ปีที่แล้ว

      @SooooWhat? fame, awards and achievement is different from skill. you can make the greatest song but not be the greatest singer like michael jackson.

    • @mr.lucifer4006
      @mr.lucifer4006 ปีที่แล้ว

      @SooooWhat? is that so, i thought you're being sarcastic sorry for that 😂

  • @gamleole9568
    @gamleole9568 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I have watched most of your videos. I am impressed every single time.

  • @MarioBastosmusicproducer
    @MarioBastosmusicproducer ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This guy is a genius! He has an amazing technique and creativity far beyond from what we call an normal talent musician.

  • @homesandloans
    @homesandloans ปีที่แล้ว +31

    You have surpassed all current and past bassists in ability & talent: Jaco, James Jamerson, John Entwistle, etc..... You are truly a Blessing. You should have twice as many subscribers as D504. You are simply the best. Thanks for your hard work and sharing your talents. It's not going unnoticed.

    • @clintonsavage4018
      @clintonsavage4018 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      At some previous points in time, I would have disagreed with you on him being better than D504, however, Charles has been keeping it real and giving us what we love - more bass - while D504 has been doing... something... I used to have some issues with Charles tapping, but I think he has straightened it out pretty well and is now definitely the number 1 bassist hands down in my opinion.

    • @biconditionals
      @biconditionals ปีที่แล้ว

      @@clintonsavage4018 I mean, content aside and just on a technical level, Charles has always been leagues ahead of Davie. Davie is good but you can feel the effort in his playing. Charles just sounds effortless pulling off these insane arrangements

    • @clintonsavage4018
      @clintonsavage4018 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@biconditionals I've rarely noticed a difference in their abilities or the effort with which they execute them. Davie's huge hands definitely lend him an edge on a lot of the stuff that he plays though. Charles arrangements have just become more thought out and his intonation is much better than it used to be as well. I definitely can't say that I've ever noticed Davie pushing peak or near peak effort to play though, he looks about as relaxed as one can be most of the time he plays. But all that aside, I still think Charles has surpassed him.

    • @itsjustme8947
      @itsjustme8947 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@clintonsavage4018 Davie is WAAAAAAAY behind Charles in technique AND talent, not to mention that I don't think Davie could compose at a tenth of this level. All davie does is just that stupid, repetitious "SLAP" joke or whatever it's supposed to be. I unsubbed from him a LONG time ago thanks to that stupid crap.

    • @clintonsavage4018
      @clintonsavage4018 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@itsjustme8947 I'm not sure I fully agree with all of that, but I do agree that I don't think Davie can compose anywhere near as well as Charles. I didn't unsub from him a long time ago, but his current odd fascination with chasing clout with those tiktok shorts that he keeps releasing finally pushed me to that point. Overall Charles is better and keeps making the stuff that I actually came here for, so that's a win in my book.

  • @tonyg_fgc8152
    @tonyg_fgc8152 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    It sounds like you are playing multiple instruments. Your playing is so complex and beautiful, it sounds amazing!

  • @frankt5682
    @frankt5682 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Most Excellent. I've seen many videos of bass guitar, but in my mind, THIS is how it should sound.

  • @cristianeni6567
    @cristianeni6567 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    this is just amazing as a bassist i am happy that the bass as an instrument can be so expressive when in the right hands!

  • @samueltaneous1217
    @samueltaneous1217 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I like how the neon glow makes it a little easier to see how you're playing each of the strings, especially when the open strings are vibrating.

  • @Sirpalmbranch
    @Sirpalmbranch ปีที่แล้ว +15

    This is so funky i can't believe it's not on spotify yet!

  • @adamabraham6835
    @adamabraham6835 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I’ve never ever seen anyone play the bass better than you sir respect ✊

  • @aarizsaiyed
    @aarizsaiyed ปีที่แล้ว +8

    love this!

  • @bluedogguy
    @bluedogguy ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This might be my favorite composition of yours. It's got a dangerous vibe, a low current running thru the entire thing. I wish I could put it on my workout playlist. Really nicely done.

  • @xanderandtheotherones
    @xanderandtheotherones ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Amazing. Just simply AMAZING!!!!!!

  • @MTas-rz6qs
    @MTas-rz6qs ปีที่แล้ว

    Please keep using these Strings.
    It is such a pleasure to see so clear.
    You made me love bass music.
    From Holland.💙🤍❤

  • @Rhapsody79
    @Rhapsody79 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    It is absolutely great to be able to more easily observe the vibration of these strings. Great demo!

  • @micahjones7837
    @micahjones7837 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    It just struck me how many notes are in each riff. How does he hear all that in his head?? This man is out here composing counterpoint for a whole band on his bass

  • @MohdFarha-gp4dm
    @MohdFarha-gp4dm 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    My head automatically starts banging listening to this epic talent .. impressive !

  • @migmig5323
    @migmig5323 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Abusé ce solo , vraiment impressionnant ,très bon travail et morceau excellent !!!

  • @rachelle419
    @rachelle419 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    If he released this on Spotify I would be listening to this on repeat all day it’s so addictive

    • @octo_contra
      @octo_contra ปีที่แล้ว

      lucky you he's got an album and an EP on spotify

    • @rachelle419
      @rachelle419 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@octo_contra yes i have been listening to those a lot lol but i just wish this composition was also on there!!

  • @marekmatous9021
    @marekmatous9021 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    Unbelievable, I've been listening this in the endless loop. I's really like to see your sort of tour of your basses, amplifiers etc. Thanks

  • @timothy4037
    @timothy4037 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I could listen to this constantly on repeat

  • @leslievalle2564
    @leslievalle2564 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Honestly your just make the bass funkyer than ever nice job 🎉

  • @jillhuhn1129
    @jillhuhn1129 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Wow this is totally what I needed to hear today I'm down with health issues and hearing this makes me think of old-time video games back from like the Super Nintendo era and stuff! :)

    • @GELLY200
      @GELLY200 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Get better king

    • @CharlesBerthoud
      @CharlesBerthoud  ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Glad I could help and hope you get better soon! 🔥

    • @khronyk2338
      @khronyk2338 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hope you’re doing better bro. 💪🏾

    • @jillhuhn1129
      @jillhuhn1129 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks everyone I went to the hospital Friday night with severe pain in my leg and foot and thigh with turned out to be sciatica so I need medication and possibly physical therapy or something to we'll have to see

  • @timb350
    @timb350 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    For most people...the opportunity to experience a meal at the best restaurant in the world...would be utterly impossible. That...to me...is exactly what listening to Charles is like. Experiencing the best 2 min of bass playing there is. And...it didn't cost me a penny. Maybe there is no such thing as the-best-bass-player-in-the-world...but Charles is sure floating around the top...and what a pleasure it is to listen to and watch. So thanks, Charles, for making the effort...and sharing what you do with the rest of us.

  • @Flamylove0729
    @Flamylove0729 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Neon strings looks beautiful🤩

  • @TheEnemyTM
    @TheEnemyTM ปีที่แล้ว +22

    As a beginner bassist, this is what I aspire to reach

  • @bestbig2002
    @bestbig2002 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    One of the best ever! So funky, so amazing. I really wonder how all this is possible to play...

  • @RyanBancroft
    @RyanBancroft ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Man, I love all your content and the virtuosity you show inspires me (as an individual just to pursue what I'm passionate about). Gotta say, though, with this song in particular you did a beautiful job of letting your notes breathe with some extended, deeply bassy flourishes. The more occasional, punchy flashes of speed really stand out because of this, and also with that awesome groove backing them. Utter musicality. I love your work.

  • @Ripsidus
    @Ripsidus 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love these strings. Smoothest/coolest strings ive personally played with after 2 years they still sound as good.

  • @theresabrown7437
    @theresabrown7437 19 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Beautiful 🤩
    My favorite instrument

  • @terofale733
    @terofale733 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Incredible