Is Learning Bass Guitar ‘Online’ ACTUALLY Possible?
Today we’re going to look at online bass lessons. Are they a waste of time? We’ll be looking at online one on one tuition, Free YouTube lessons and Online Bass Courses by sites like TalkingBass, Scott’s Bass Lessons and BassBuzz.
Can you REALLY learn bass online? Today we’ll look at the pros and cons for every resource and help you decide on the best roadmap for learning bass guitar whatever your level.
Timestamps
0:00 Intro
0:58 The 3 Online Resources
2:23 Private Online Tuition
3:43 YouTube Lessons
5:29 Online Courses
6:28 TalkingBass Courses
7:40 Conclusion
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You stand out in a group for your unique style and sound. There's nothing feeling that you get when you're on stage and playing music you enjoy with other people.
I had a teacher.a long time ago. The only thing i learned at the yime was how to mimic the teacher an act like i was reading the notes in front of me when i didnt understand what the bell was in front od me and all those dots or notes where all comeing together it mad????.e me comfused. I was zo good at minicing him he thought i was learnig realy fast. Then one day he showed me the next course to pratice in and ehen he came the next week he sad play the homework i gsve you so i did and when i was done , he said yi me thars not the homework i gave uou . He busted me but also complmented me he said yhat i had a gift if remmbering what was put in front of me thats not easy to do he said. So after that i just went on my own journey to learn and i never stop learning yo this day. Peace
It varies from person to person, depending on experience, and how you learn best.
More great insight on our chosen instrument. A wee bit off topic, but any thoughts on teaching bass on an introductory level to children? I am a mid-level player that would like to offer opportunity to kids as part of my retirement life.
What is that wide guitar strap you are using exactly? Thanks!
To think Phil of lizzy taught himself Marty tuner WBA taught himself can I go on you can't teach any guitar it's what you do with it
Having tried all the 4.. my suggestions are:
1) Basics / doubts / Corrections – 1on1.
2) BassBuzz – Gets you off your seat, good starting point, basic theory. A proper path, some challenges, confidence booster. Awesome Forum / Discord community. You can always go back to it… do with a new bass, with a different techniques, etc.
3) TalkingBass – Different topics and you get your money worth from all I've bought. Awesome contents. Allows you to move through the topics you are most interested in. Also lifetime. Use and Reuse at will… same as BassBuzz
4) SBL – LOADS of content.. a bit too overwhelming for the absolute beginner and IMHO lacks a proper path to help the new bassist get started without getting lost in modes, assumptions you know theory, etc. I would definitely go there when you are comfortable around your theory or are more experienced. Unfortunately it's a yearly subscription and they to tend to be a bit too abusive in FOMO and Marketing emails. They do offer frequently discounts on lifetime subscriptions and have recently released lifetime courses (haven't tested these)
ANY of the 3 online course have awesome teachers, some a bit more monotonic and harder to digest, but as a teacher they are good!
Charles Berthoud also released a course recently and it is good as well, but you do have to put a bit of hours to practice and accompany him in some lessons, speeds. I do like the idea that he added quizzes to end end of each module.
These are my opinions.. there's not a right one.. or an incorrect one, all of us are different, just hope my experience allows you to get some more information before picking one.. and no matter which one you pick, there will be days you want to break your bass in half. NEVER be afraid to take a step back, skip a lesson and come back to practice a little later. You can also be burntout from studying and trying to absorb all the mixolydian theories.
See you on the low end and keep that Groove on!
I use Yousician for both my Bass & Guitar. The progression process is good. Plus you get to see how many hours, how many notes & the progression you have made.
Your TB online courses work for me as I can study any time I am free. Your chord tone course answered questions I had for years on different types of chords and how to read jazz charts when trying to do walking bass. Each individual learns differently.
It's definitely possible to learn from online lessons. My only issue is getting easily distracted ???? and having the rest of YouTube at my distraction disposal. Or my other issues is watching too many bass lesson videos when I don't have my bass in my hands
I have been browsing TalkingBass courses for a while – the only issue is I have no idea which one to get for my skill level.
I have completed BassBuzz and think I want to either get Chord Tones, Ear Training or Sight Reading and really just have no clue which one to dive into first, since I know all three of these topics are very important.
Paying for in person lessons is not cheap.. but the instructor is able to give emmediate feedback. Online is free(YouTube or what ever) but you can’t ask a question right then and there.. “ does this look or sound right?” So forth.. I think it’s good to use admixture of the two..
What a fantastic and refreshing perspective and I love how you acknowledge other YouTube bass content creators. No ego here, just wanting to give some good bass advice. As someone who started at 15 and was self taught, and had stopped playing for 15 years, in 2019 I picked up bass again. I've learned so much in the past 5 years from you, Josh and Luke from Become a Bassist. I've gone through random lessons finding what interests me. I have also done online courses. I like the structure of them and the discipline to practice every day. And also the ability to go at your own pace. Thanks Mark!
FWIW, the combo of the bassbuzz course, books with drills and exercises, and occasionally playing with the Fender app is really working for me. Learning a ton and getting better each session it feels like it. If/when I feel like I hit a wall, I will definitely go with a 1:1 next. I plan to cancel Fender Play soon though. Bassbuzz is significantly better in my opinion.
Mark while talking about others bass channels like sbl or bass buzz and so advertise them for free: why do I hurt myself?
As a drummer, I found it hard to find content in the beginning when trying to learn bass. Hopping around on YouTube can be troubling as there is so much content, and everyone wants to give you "THESE 3 THINGS to revolutionize your playing"! I tried SBL, and while there were a few sessions I enjoyed, there was a lot of stuff that I just wasn't interested in. Being a drummer already, my rhythm was a 10, but my theory was at 2. This made it hard to find course because in all the beginner stuff, they always start out with a whole note on C. Purchasing Mark's chord course broke open the gates and really pushed me forward in understanding theory and how to put things together. I went from listening during church rehearsals to providing input and knowing what was happening in a matter of weeks. I've since gotten the music theory, cyborg bassist, and slap courses and have been pleased with all of them.
Furthermore, learning pentatonic scales (all positions), modes, chord construction, and application of modes to chord progressions are all essential to "ear" development and can be learned on line at talkingbass. Utilizing metronome and drumbeats to groove riffs and sight reading (absolutely essential) exercises are absolutely imperative. Talkingbass is without any reservation outstanding.
currently taking groove, technique builder, and sight reading courses. At some point I will employ an instructor to review my technique in order to get constructive feedback from an expert observing my play. Nonetheless, online from talkingbass is absolutely essential.
Hey Mark, when your improvisation course will be released?
I joined talking bass and sbl at the same time and quit sbl after 3 months I've been with talking bass ever since marks courses and YouTube videos are brilliant and spot on with the info everything I have learned is from mark and I am happy with my playing it's not brilliant but I'm happy with it! Dan Hawkins is also worth a mention he has good videos.
Did SBL for a while. The problem with them is that you get kind of lost in the sauce with how much they have. They also are kind of annoying with all the spend more money even though you’re already spending it on us every month.
Mark I started this year playing bass and I'm really glad I bought your online courses. After chord tones I'm now on scales essentials and already got walking bass yesterday as my next. You are the best!
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This question feels a little like asking Bernard Mathews if turkey is the tasteist meat.
today I tried a fretted bass, it was horrible, also 2:50 omg the host is canadian!, I love this channel
Yes it is very possible i have been teaching myself for 2 years now don't get me wrong i am not the best but i a still pretty good.
I absolutely loved this video and you brought it all back on just how valuable this courses can be to intermediate and specially advanced players looking for college level material. "Online courses are Books with videos" That's your tagline my man. A little pay back for all the cool content. 😉
I've completed several online courses (Mark's and others) and I think they have been terrific value for money!
But the best learning I've had is playing with other people. Other player's are often willing to help you because they want to make good music with other people so they want to help you level up. There is also so much to learn about communication, time, feel, ear training, etc. Even if you haven't played a note yet, start looking people to play with. You will progress much faster and have way more fun!
Then seek out well structured, progressive lessons to fill in the gaps. As for cost, beyond a bass and amp to practice with, good lessons will do more for your playing than any piece of gear you're GASing for.
fantastic rave man, im really appreciating it
Talkingbass courses are the best. I admit that I haven't gotten through many of them, they are so dense and enormous. But I'm glad that I can return to them any time I want.
Mark is one of the finest teachers on the net. I’ve taken 2 courses from him and how he explains everything is as clear as it gets. You can’t go wrong with his courses.❤
I can honestly say, i wouldn't be where i am today without talking bass.
Very fair and balanced review! I love your courses and agree they are huge and you can spend the whole life after them!
A favorite of mine for more advanced players is Stuart Clayton's Bassline publishing.
Nice video: i got a ibaniz 4 string bass guitar: i have a problem: as a blind person, it is a challenge for me because i cannot see what the persons are doing: i would have to ask a person how you are holding the bass guitar: some times persons are bizzey and canot help me.
The biggest Problem with Youtube as a learning platform is, that "content creators" are using it to earn money.
Its all i can do asmuch as id love a 1 to 1 teacher i cant afford one or know one
With you as a bass teacher the answer is most definitely YES!
I took private lessons from Mark, invaluable!