Easy Steps In Playing The Electric Bass Guitar

May 15, 2010 - PRLog -- These days, the electric bass guitar has become a "staple" of all types of bands there is simply because its sound creates a very big impact on the music of the artist itself.

Xaviera Arata Editor of the  Learn To Play The Guitar  website -- http://www.LearnToPlayTheGuitar.tv -- pointed out;

“…If you are one of those who are starting to play the electric bass guitar and you plan to be better in the coming years, then one thing you should be doing right now is practicing. This is because practicing would make you more familiar with the feel when playing the instrument and could also help you more acquainted with all the technicalities in playing this specific instrument…” Added Xaviera Arata

For beginners, the best tip that one should bear in mind is to consider playing the electric bass as a standard guitar. The only difference is the strings but you will eventually learn to play it better when you take time to practice. When practicing or playing the electric bass guitar, the most important things that you will need aside from the bass guitar itself include the amplifier, chord, guitar picks, and paper and a pen or pencil in case you need to take down some notes. Here are some easy steps that can help you successfully play the electric bass guitar during practice:

1. Learn how to set up your electric bass guitar properly. This is very basic but some people do not get it easily. Sometimes, they pay more attention to complicated things without really paying attention to little details such as plugging in the amplifier and the instrument and turning it to a volume that is reasonable for the ears and of other people as well.

2. Start with playing one note on one string. This is important because it will help your hand act on the strings and will also help you be familiarized to repetitive one-note playing during your practice.

3. Switch strings more often. When playing the electric bass guitar, try playing it in a series of notes which goes up or down coming from one string to the next string. By doing this, you are practicing your control over the strings.

4. Decide if you will use a "pick style" or a "non-pick" style of playing.

“…In playing any type of guitar, picking is the most common option because it is easier, if you prefer another styles which will make you more comfortable, then go ahead and try them…” Added Xaviera Arata

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