Stop Ignoring the Acoustic Bass!
#acousticbass #bassguitar #bassdemo
The acoustic bass doesn’t always get the recognition it deserves. Some say it’s too quiet, awkward to play, or just unnecessary when electric basses exist—but that’s not the full story. In this video, we’ll break down why the acoustic bass is a fantastic tool for practice, travel, and unique tones. From playability tips to sound samples, we’re covering it all.
???? Is the acoustic bass part of your setup? Let me know in the comments!
⏱️ Chapters:
00:25 – A Great Practice Tool & Travel Companion
02:03 – Embrace It For What It Is
03:09 – Comfort & Playability
03:57 – Sound & Tone
04:54 – Strings & Tone Shaping
06:15 – Sound Samples
08:39 – Conclusion
Gear used:
Fender Kingman V2 Acoustic Bass
D’Addario ETB92S Medium Gauge 50-105 Tapewound Short Scale Bass Guitar Strings
sE Electronics sE2200a II Microphone
BAE 1073 DMP DI
Eich T-900 Bass Amp
BOSS AD-2 Acoustic Preamp Pedal
Dunlop Max-Grip 1.14mm Nylon Pick
Are the D’Addario ETB92S Medium Gauge 50-105 Tapewound Short Scale Bass Strings the best acoustic bass strings?
Includes Fender Kingman V2 Bass Demo Sounds.
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Thanks,
Shak
#Stop #Ignoring #Acoustic #Bass
Originally posted by UCMtmQAWt5GayhJMn2z6dobw at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HXbHOL_ChFQ
Nice one shak!
I know how long it is between string changes on my acoustic guitars, I can't image what it would be for a bass.
It's what made me fall in love with bass lmao
Very interesting vid shak, was really good to hear the different sound variations.
I only own one bass, I'm more a guitar player but do dabble in bass here and there.
I fully get what you mean about having that accessible instrument laying around your house.
I'm like that with my acoustic guitar…if I didn't have my acoustic guitar laying around the house, I wouldn't play guitar as much as I do – it's convenient in the moment. So I can fully appreciate that it's probably the same for the bass.
Can't remember the last time I seen an acoustic bass – it's such a good shout having one laying around the house though, may get me playing bass more. Thanks Shak