Playing Bass Guitar

Playing Bass Guitar

To become proficient at playing bass guitar it is important to learn and understand the same fundamentals that apply to 6-string guitars. The major differences are the neck of the bass guitar is typically about 7 inches longer than a 6-string (making it more difficult for a beginner to handle and learn on), and the 4 strings of a bass are the same notes as a 6-string but tuned an octave lower.

If you are new to playing any type of guitar (or if it’s been a long time since you last played), we recommend you start on a 6-string guitar.

If you have already determined that playing bass guitar is best for you, here’s a site that may provide you helpful information:

http://www.play-bass.com
http://www.mahalo.com/how-to-play-bass-guitar-for-newbies

If you already own a 6-String Guitar and want to improve your guitar-playing fundamentals before jumping into the bass guitar, please start by taking the quick Guitar Quiz. The Guitar Quiz allows us to customize recommendations to meet your specific goals.

If you do NOT have access to a 6-String Guitar -- and we’ve convinced you this is the place you should begin to learn the fundamentals -- please check out the Guitar Buying Recommendations we’ve created with specific model recommendations.

The entire 90-Day Guitar Guide is free. Get started and take the Guitar Quiz today!