How To Build Speed & Dexterity On Bass (3 tips, 3 exercises)
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- What’s up everyone! This video includes 3 necessary steps for building speed and a few exercises for building dexterity! Like, comment and subscribe for more!
there is a noticeable lag that I am aware of, trying to figure out how to fix it in future videos!
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I lost speed when I changed to a 5 string. But i gained a massive amount of groove in my playing!!!!! Motown, funk, hard rock, country, church, and the blues gained massive amounts of groove! Tks for the lesson on how to improve my speed!
Yup! 5 string is my go to!
Groove>speed imo
Young brotha.... from someone who has been climbing back into the bass arena for the past year and a half after a 35 year layoff, I've got to tell you that I have learned so much from this single video! My fretting hand technique has been my nemesis since I started with this crazy instrument when I was 14 (a long damn time ago)! FINALLY, I have found some exercises that can help me with the uncomfortable process of gaining finger dexterity and strength. I am going to commit to these exercises as a daily practice to help overwrite the bad habits and technique I created for myself over the years.I'll just keep doing it until it gets done... thanks bro and keep the vids coming! There's hope for me yet.... LOL!!!! Peace and chicken grease!!!!
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Me too!
You got it bro! That's inspiring!
This is what myself, as a newbie bassist, also 5 string bass player, have been needing to practice for now to build Finger ability. Thank you.
Thank you so much!! Got back not playing after 15 years, I still have my musical ear, but I’m so slow! Thank you so much, I’m starting off with a metronome and doing them 15 minutes every day! God bless!
Thank you bro ...amazing!
I'm a pianist but stuck in a situation where I need to learn to play the bass...currently a step above being an absolute beginner. I hope to play like you and even better someday. Big love
You will bro! Just keep working!
Bro, this was good and real...Its better not edited as it shows even the best players are human!
exactly! thanks!
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Played drums for just shy of 30 years but just started recently on bass... when the first thing you mentioned was a metronome I knew the rest would be worth my time lol. Great stuff man.. the metronome is essential for all instruments practice, and like you eluded to, most essential for the drums and bass. When I played live for a few years I saw a lot of different level local bands. You could have a killer vocals or guitar player etc. and they would be an ok band, but if the drums and bass are locked in and solid, like a human dr. beat, the band is gonna be great even if every one else is iffy.
Exactly man! It's key, you cannot play any instrument without rhythm!
This was very informative I've just picked up the bass again after 10 yrs due to me focusing on being a deacon at church. I really love this in formation
All beginning bass players need to watch you. Really wish I would have seen this earlier
Love it man. I was having trouble playing the bassline from “who can I run to” but after practicing this a few times I was able to get it to sound right
awesome! i'm so glad to hear that!!
I love your tone man. That is a beautiful bass. I love the exercises. I do those as my warm up as well. One finger per fret up and down the neck, alternating finger sequencing.
One thing my first guitar teacher told me 43+ years ago was that if my fingers cramp, something in my posture or technique or both is not right. He taught me to begin my warm up with ergonomic finger exercises (on google). Then take some deep, cleansing breathes and relax my shoulders and for the first 2 minutes of my warm up, don’t pay any attention to what I’m playing, but instead focus on my breathing being calm and smooth so I could maintain a normal convo while playing. When I got to playing 32nd note runs while not holding my breath or bearing down with my hands and fingers, I was good to go. He said to smile while I play as well.. just wanted to say that. Love what you do man. Keep it happening!✌️
YES WHAT tone he has... interesting advice very yoga..... I love that, start with relaxation and stretch postuer etc
That's great advice! Love what you do and smile! Thank you for sharing that!
I'm just echoing what has already been said. I just started "playing" the bass a month ago. I've been wanting to play it for years. I am taking weekly lessons, but I'm embarrassed by my lack of ability. I know that I need to be patient. I know that skill doesn't just jump on you. I watch bass videos nightly and have marveled at how skilled bassists' fingers move on the fretboard. I told myself that I will do that too eventually, but didn't know how to get there until this video. I really appreciate the explanation because the reach and the independence of my fingers were killing me. None of the other "lesson videos" broke it down. I can't wait to practice. Thanks a lot, Isaac.
Practice scales and modes over and over and over and when your fingers are bleeding practice more.
Only by putting in the time of suffering and complete repetitive practice is the only way to build a solid foundation and then the musical ability will mature on its own naturally.
Anytime Brendon! I echo what Slienced Ones said. It just takes time and the correct things to practice. You'll get it soon!
Thanks for sharing. I tune my Bass to"A" as well! I love that low, low end sound and to match keyboardists and organists, too!🙂👍
Really like your teaching style - very helpful. God bless !
Dude, keep this shit up, love the energy from another bass brotha!
Thanks for the great video, usually i preffer shorter ones with quick information but this was great. Didn't put much effort into this exercise cause i hated the finger cramping but u showed me what it's really about: pushing your own boarders. So imma work on that.
Beautiful bass man! love the grain and shape 🔥
i'll exercise every single day thanks bro! #letsgrowtogether
This reminds me of a tape I found once called "Grooving for heaven part 2" by Norm Stockton... He was so smooth and tasteful and had a similar overall feel to his playing... I love the way your bass is set up too... Ibanez forever!!! 😂
thank you! Ibanez forever!! lol
oh myyy you are soooo talented!!! this is amazing, thank you very much :)
Much beneficial ❤
You are really an inspiration sir.. a great teach like you will inspire me to grow more to the level I want to reach In bass. Love you
Thank u so so much bro. This video was very helpful. And I love ur bass
This is so simple that its good. Nice vid!
Great video! I love what you’re doing and you are real with it, keep doing what you’re doing!
this video should have way more views. good stuff
Doing these drills when I get home today 😎
Saw your ad on Instagram and subscribed! Gonna check out more of your vids!
Thanks bro for the information. I will use this exercise to help build strength back in my fingers.
Best of luck!
Great video, Im a bass player for over 40 years. Only piece of advise is if you are going to teach, use standard tuning. New students dont understand your preference. Everybody should be on the same page starting out or else the student will get confused and eventually move on to one of the 11 thousand other bass teachers that uses standard tuning😊
Thanks for the tips!
Thanx man, great lesson! Love the axe. Mine is similar, fanfret 6 string.
Nice man!
Very inspiring video.....off to practice
"get on your feet, make some noise!" 🤣
Medaase... You made me so proud. One love
4:11....magic begins
Great stuff. I'm glad I came across your page.
i have really big hands so it was easy doing it at the end
good video!
Great Lesson thank you sir!
That bass is👌
Thanks for the video
thanks for watching!
Keep them coming bro 🤙🏾
You doing great bro;) i just subscribed now.. keep your videos coming bro;) we love it ..
Awesome bro.
thanks this is very helpful
You're welcome!
GREAT JOB. THANKS
Thanks for watching!
Best papa
Great video
What’s your favorite instrument?
You’re blessed!
amen bro! my favorite instrument is probably bass but i love keys too though!
As a new bassist the hardest thing I find is plucking fast on different strings (even adjacent strings), do you find yourself kind of using the string your on to launch your hand a bit for the jump to a higher string?
no not really, with more practice will come the ability to be able to move strings without launching
Thanks for your content bro. I'm struggling using 4 fingers
keep working! you'll get it!
Thanks.man
Thank you !:)
Hey man, my arms get tired after playing like a single song for 10 minutes. What can I do to get rid of this fatigue in my arms after heavy playing.
Keep playing
Love your humility and teaching style....can you explain your right hand, do you alternate while descending through strings or do you rake?
thank you! i alternate going down
Also, I think I'll be much easier if you put actual links in your description... That way, it's easier to get to you. Thank you though❤️
I tune ADGBE ,Even on the 4 strings
Minus the hi E
This guy can play the bass pa!
drop A basist and keyboardist too 🤙🙈☺️
Could you so one on slap bass for beginners?
absolutely! it's coming!
@@isaacinspires ahhh lovely! I saw your video on Instagram and decided to subscribe here. I'm a keys player and I'm learning bass and I like the way you explain things man
How long have you been playing? And how long will it take to be professional or to play gigs? When was your first gig after how long practicing? And did you go to a music school? Did you take private lessons to prepare for school? When should I alternate fingers on the right hand, or just wing it like you. Basically I just wanna do it like you,whatever it is bass-ically.
How often should lessons be scheduled? Sorry for blowing you up. I'm eager to learn. Thanks.
PS. how do I start learning to read bass clef..?
All good man! Add me on instagram @iboamahjr and let's talk there!
what is that band that is wrapped around your bass called? (the one near the headstock)
its called a FretWrap by GruvGear
I got the exact same bass as you man 👌🏼
it's great isnt it?
LFG!
Good stuff! What kind of bass is that?
Ibanez SR655
7:24 etude #1
subbed
i can finally play yyz...
The lil pause did it for me lol
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Noice ibanez. Is that a prestigue soundgear? I got a neckthru 4 string ib pres. 2001 5 ergodyne and 2004 400 sdgr. big range.
nice! mines is part of the SR series
Hi, What are you plugged into?
straight into my interface
@@isaacinspires Wow. It sounds great!! Thought you were going through a cabinet and a microphone.
got a link to where I can get a strap like that?
i got it from Guitar Center. i drew the stars in myself
Is feeling pain or tightness in your left thumb a sign of poor technique or is it growth as well?
is your left hand on the neck, or is that your plucking hand?
What kind of bass are you using?
Ibanez SR655
👏🏾♥️
I keep tripping up on my plucking fingers. Any advice?
Hey, yea just take it slow. It seems boring right now, but the slow but steady approach will help your fingers "stay in their lane" so to speak
@@isaacinspires thanks I will take your advice!
@@andrewschmal6004 no problem! thanks for asking!
Omg where’d you get your Ghana flag strap from?
Hey man! I drew the stars in myself lol
What bass is that?
Ibanez SR655
Bredda please point in the direction of that Ghana flag strap!!
I drew the stars on lol I want to create some actually though!
bruh whats that you played @4:32
it's part of the chords series, but i'll go into it soon!
🤴🏿What Bass is this? (somebody reply )🙏🏿
Ibanez SR655
Where are you come from my brother
i live in the US, but from Ghana
Thank you for this. You are so cute!!
This guy has some brilliant points. But he talks too much about them. Talk just enough to articulate the idea and then, just... play. Please.
too many talk broo
Too much talking.
Thanks for the video! As a very novice beginner I can say I appreciate it. It's amazing how a bunch of basic stuff that seems like it should be obvious doesn't really occur to you when you're new at something and feeling overloaded. You present this kind of information in a simple and easy to understand way that makes me think, "Oh yeah, that makes perfect sense."
Wow thank you! Glad it was helpful!
This is is not G 😅 , thanks for the heads up . Isaac really inspires ❤
This is my first time seeing your videos!! I have to say, that I’m glad I found them!! Excellent lesson for developing exactly what I need!! I’ll be getting on these exercises right now!! Thanks for posting, and yes, I did subscribe!!!😁
Keep up the great work!!
Subbed!