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Bass fundamental practice video collection: practice methods you can try right away

You started playing bass, but your practice isn’t really progressing… If you’ve come here, you’re probably dealing with that kind of frustration.

Practicing alone tends to make you fall into monotonous playing, doesn’t it? But don’t worry—this article will introduce video content that will help you improve, from basic training to practical playing! You’re sure to find ways to build your skills while having fun.

Take a brave first step toward becoming the bassist you admire!

Bass Fundamental Practice Video Collection: Quick-Apply Practice Methods (21–30)

Three-Minute-a-Day Fingering Training Method 1 for Beginner Bassists with Stiff Fingers

Three-Minute-a-Day Fingering Training Method 1 for Beginner Bassists with Stiff Fingers
Three-Minute-a-Day Fingering Training Method 1 for Beginner Bassists with Stiff Fingers

They introduce a practice method specifically focused on bass fingering, along with practical demonstrations.

It’s a very plain practice routine, but I think that’s exactly why they chose to upload it—because it’s the most important.

The visuals are also clean and easy to see.

Simple and flashy slap phrases

Slap Bass! A Beginner-Friendly Bluff Phrase You Can Play in 10 Minutes, No. 1
Simple and flashy slap phrases

I may not understand the hard stuff, but I just want to play simple, cool phrases! If that’s you, definitely check out this video.

The content is easy, and fast learners could get it down in a day.

It’s perfect as a basic practice routine.

Let’s practice Billie Jean!

Billie Jean – Michael Jackson (aula de contrabaixo)
Let's practice Billie Jean!

Pop star Michael Jackson has a lot of songs with awesome bass lines.

This video includes easy-to-read tablature synced to the music, so it looks like the bass lines will be easy to learn.

It also seems great for finger exercises.

A Beginner’s Guide to Playing the Electric Bass, Part 1

A Beginner’s Guide to Playing the Electric Bass, Part 1
A Beginner’s Guide to Playing the Electric Bass, Part 1

This video shows bass playing, specifically the right-hand movements on the plucking side.

It’s a short piece that includes both fingerstyle and pick playing.

Although the video is brief, it makes it easy to compare the two and understand the differences.

Please try it repeatedly.

Bass Lesson [Slap Course for Absolute Beginners] 1/4

Bass Lesson [Slap Course for Absolute Beginners] 1/4
Bass Lesson [Slap Course for Absolute Beginners] 1/4

This is an instructional video explaining slap technique, which could be called one of the real joys of playing bass.

If you can do this on bass, everyone will go “Whoa!” and give you instant respect, so videos like this are really appreciated.

It’s in four parts, so watching them in sequence will deepen your understanding more and more.

Improve with Basic Practice 4 for Beginner Bassists: Jazz-like Phrases [with TAB and Backing Track]

Improve with Basic Practice 4 for Beginner Bassists: Jazz-like Phrases [with TAB and Backing Track]
Improve with Basic Practice 4 for Beginner Bassists: Jazz-like Phrases [with TAB and Backing Track]

One of the joys of bass: a melodic line set to jazz.

It’s fun to play, and in this video, the detailed explanations and on-screen tablature make it easy to copy.

There’s also a practice session with backing music at the end.

Bass Theory for Beginners: A Super-Friendly, Step-by-Step Guide 1

Bass Theory for Beginners: A Super-Friendly, Step-by-Step Guide 1
Bass Theory for Beginners: A Super-Friendly, Step-by-Step Guide 1

When it comes to practicing bass, people usually think of just playing the instrument, but without knowing this kind of theory, you’ll stumble when you try to work on original material.

This explains clearly what role the bass plays.