RJ88 Posted April 26, 2014 Share Posted April 26, 2014 (edited) Hey guys,So as the topic says, I've inherited a bass guitar from my uncle. Says it's a Fender Squier P-Bass. Now instead of being money hungry, I thought it would be a better option to keep it and learn how to play it. Unfortunately, I know dick all about instruments and music (aside form listening to it), so I thought this would be the perfect place to come and ask where should I start? I don't want to take lessons, so I guess the "self-taught" route is the way I want to go...Thanks guys! Edited April 26, 2014 by RJ88 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AxlisOld Posted April 26, 2014 Share Posted April 26, 2014 It's a Squire Affinity, you'd only get like 50 bucks for it anyway.Self taught is the way to go, and fortunately nowadays there are enough video lessons out there to get you started. Search beginner bass lessons on youtube and you should get off to a good start. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RJ88 Posted April 26, 2014 Author Share Posted April 26, 2014 It's a Squire Affinity, you'd only get like 50 bucks for it anyway.Self taught is the way to go, and fortunately nowadays there are enough video lessons out there to get you started. Search beginner bass lessons on youtube and you should get off to a good start.Thanks!I didn't think it was worth much to begin with as my Uncle had told me he just got it so that he could learn how to play it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chewbacca Posted April 26, 2014 Share Posted April 26, 2014 Pretty much this^ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rovim Posted April 26, 2014 Share Posted April 26, 2014 (edited) Spend some time with it. Play the fucker. Youtube has some great lessons. Check that out. Maybe even get some lessons irl. It's a fun instument. Edited April 26, 2014 by Rovim 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WFA Posted April 26, 2014 Share Posted April 26, 2014 The baseline to SCOM is super easy to learn, that's a great way to start. Check YouTube 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saber_ Posted April 26, 2014 Share Posted April 26, 2014 Don't play with a pick, that's my advice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RJ88 Posted April 26, 2014 Author Share Posted April 26, 2014 Don't play with a pick, that's my advice. Why not?I'm actually curious as to why some do and some don't... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saber_ Posted April 26, 2014 Share Posted April 26, 2014 (edited) I'm sure some people here will jump at the chance to give you long-winded speeches about why I'm wrong and blah blah blah, and that's all well and good, I just wanted to throw my 2 cents out there for your consideration. Edited April 26, 2014 by saber_ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeeJay410 Posted April 26, 2014 Share Posted April 26, 2014 Don't play with a pick, that's my advice. Why not?I'm actually curious as to why some do and some don't...It's a matter of style and preference. Using fingers versus a pick produces different sounds. It is good to learn how to use your fingers though, and ultimately be comfortable with both methods. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AxlisOld Posted April 26, 2014 Share Posted April 26, 2014 Don't play with a pick, that's my advice. Why not?I'm actually curious as to why some do and some don't...Picks give you a sharper, punchier sound, and fingers will be smoother and better blended. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WFA Posted April 26, 2014 Share Posted April 26, 2014 Ju Ju Hounds vs Guns. Ashhurst uses fingers, Duff uses a pick. Different sounds, but if you can learn with your fingers you should be able to play with a pick as well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bacardimayne Posted April 26, 2014 Share Posted April 26, 2014 Picks are for failed guitarists who jump ship to bass. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FuddMckagan Posted April 26, 2014 Share Posted April 26, 2014 Picks are for failed guitarists who jump ship to bass.Uh, no. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AxlisOld Posted April 26, 2014 Share Posted April 26, 2014 Picks are for failed guitarists who jump ship to bass.HA! Awesome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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