Myung seems to stay away from the mainstream interviewers but will really come forward for the Bass specific community. He's such a great champion for the instrument.
I've been playing 6 string basses since 2011 inspired by John, I got his silver signature Bongo in 2023 and it's hands down the most comfortable bass I've ever played.
Before I saw a picture of the bass, I thought the first 12 frets would be Maple and 13 up would be Rosewood. Nice to hear John is excited about the new album. I heard Petrucci talking about it a couple days ago and he seemed to be really pumped about it. That's good news for me! 😀
I can't believe they still keep trying to convince us that tonewood EQ stuff. The bongo basses are great but that statement is a lie (Glen Flicker did very interesting videos about this subject). Anyway Jon Myung is and will be one of my favourite bassplayers of all time
I'm surprised at his suggestion that starter players should use the best gear. I've been playing a long time (I'm very average) but my two favourite basses are my Sire M7 (€800) and my Harley Benton pb20 (€99). You really don't need "the best" gear.
I agree, yet, while you may not "need" the best gear, I have to fully agree with JM. While nothing beats you putting the time in on your instrument, many don't realize the handicap they have in playing on a crap $99 (USD) to $150 (USD) fender knockoff with poor quality single coil pickups. The moment you pick up even a higher grade budget guitar with decent humbucker pickups, you notice the difference.There is not enough gain or enough guitar pedals to mask the poor sound of a low quality guitar. Hell I'm an average player and I was amazed at how I played using a Majesty JP Guitar. It just wanted to be played. I recommend those starting out to truly just save their money or do a 6 month payment plan through zzounds. Its worth it to start of with the best gear you can reasonably afford. You have to ask yourself, how many beginning guitarist quit playing because they just can't hit the sounds they hear on the radio or streaming services? I say, daily practice, good quality gear, great quality strings and proper tuning make all the difference for a beginner.
Yes, he is! A bit of an easter egg. We were able to check out the new SBMM Bongos right after the interview, and that was the first John had seen them.
Thanks for this. It's rare to see a John Myung interview.
You’re right, it’s a treat to have him on the channel.
Major score with getting the John Myung interview😊
Myung seems to stay away from the mainstream interviewers but will really come forward for the Bass specific community. He's such a great champion for the instrument.
1. More bass solos in DT songs, please.
2. Solo album, please.
It was cool to hear John speak so much. Smiling too! Great interview.
I adore his discipline
Great interview - John Myung is a top man
Thank you! He's been a personal hero for decades, so it was really cool to get a chance to interview and chat with him.
What a class act. Gotta love the man.
I've been playing 6 string basses since 2011 inspired by John, I got his silver signature Bongo in 2023 and it's hands down the most comfortable bass I've ever played.
Love that John is opening up now!
Johns red hands show that he didn't miss his 6 hours practice today !!! impressive hands anyway !
True story!
Pure gem!!!
Before I saw a picture of the bass, I thought the first 12 frets would be Maple and 13 up would be Rosewood. Nice to hear John is excited about the new album. I heard Petrucci talking about it a couple days ago and he seemed to be really pumped about it. That's good news for me! 😀
I would have liked to know how his approach to composing has changed over the years!
That is an excellent question!
Thanks so much for this interview
Awesome for the Suncoast mention ! Great stuff !
Oh yeah ❤
He talks!!!!!!!!
He really does. It was great to hear from him!!!
😂😂
AI is getting even more impressive this days, I got close to believe this was real John Myung, pretty convincing indeed!
🤘🤘🤘
John Myung - Silent Man !
I know Myung doesn't usually talk much...but I think in this interview he was just terrified that you weren't wearing any pants, Jack Tripper.
LOL, sorry about the trauma, folks!
I can't believe they still keep trying to convince us that tonewood EQ stuff. The bongo basses are great but that statement is a lie (Glen Flicker did very interesting videos about this subject). Anyway Jon Myung is and will be one of my favourite bassplayers of all time
When playing bongos was mentioned, I firstly thought John had taken up a percussion hobby…
😀
Perhaps he has!
I'm surprised at his suggestion that starter players should use the best gear. I've been playing a long time (I'm very average) but my two favourite basses are my Sire M7 (€800) and my Harley Benton pb20 (€99). You really don't need "the best" gear.
I agree, yet, while you may not "need" the best gear, I have to fully agree with JM. While nothing beats you putting the time in on your instrument, many don't realize the handicap they have in playing on a crap $99 (USD) to $150 (USD) fender knockoff with poor quality single coil pickups. The moment you pick up even a higher grade budget guitar with decent humbucker pickups, you notice the difference.There is not enough gain or enough guitar pedals to mask the poor sound of a low quality guitar. Hell I'm an average player and I was amazed at how I played using a Majesty JP Guitar. It just wanted to be played. I recommend those starting out to truly just save their money or do a 6 month payment plan through zzounds. Its worth it to start of with the best gear you can reasonably afford. You have to ask yourself, how many beginning guitarist quit playing because they just can't hit the sounds they hear on the radio or streaming services? I say, daily practice, good quality gear, great quality strings and proper tuning make all the difference for a beginner.
Is he holding the new SBMM bongo in the thumbnail?
Yes, he is! A bit of an easter egg. We were able to check out the new SBMM Bongos right after the interview, and that was the first John had seen them.
Awesome would love to get some sounds of it!!
We are hoping to get a model in for review. The feel and fretwork seemed really nice, but we did not get a chance to plug them in (4 and 5 string).
he's only now aging
And aging well, at that!
Asians only have 2 ages. 20 and 120. 😁
Easter egg... Asia tour is on the card
17:05 ade ampli, boleh lah di colok
It seems he's finally starting to age lol