ere are a few links that I've collected along the way that I've found enlightening and hope you will as well.
1. MUST READS If only I knew then what I know now... If I only knew then..
Best musical advice you ever got Best musical advice
Things every bassist should know? Every bassist should know
2. NEWBIES (& Non-NEWBIES) Advice on practicing Where to start
Lesson Plan for Bass Teachers Two books to start with
Most common mistakes? Beginners mistakes
Am I severely limiting myself by pick playing? Pick or not to Pick?
The 'feel' Developing musically
http://www.joesolomonbassworkshop.com/article.htm "Go slow" effective practice method
For bass teachers, and students seeking them Find a teacher
Guitar players as bass players...... Guitarist switch to bass
http://www.talkbass.com/forum/f8/advice-first-bass-506102-post6817723/ First bass advice
http://www.garywillis.com/pages/bass...tupmanual.html Setup a bass
Which would you upgrade first? An amp or a bass? Upgrade bass or amp first?
Tabs or music Tab or not to tab?
When Did You Get Off Tabs? Getting off tabs
do you really have to learn how to read music to be a good bassist? Sight read standard notation(SN) or not?
A LOT of Free Lessons, how to's and other stuff from me! Dmanlamius' beginner's site
http://www.thelibster.com/bass/ First bass lesson (click on Beginners)
http://www.how-to-play-bass.com/index.html Intro bass website,learn songs,videos
http://www.activebass.com/tracks/beginner.asp Tab based (w/audio) lessons
http://www.talkbass.com/forum/f36/new-tascam-bass-trainer-mp-bt1-mp3-357193-post7125159/ Tascam Bass Trainer
Really silly question about buying instrument cables Buying cables 1 of 2
Best cables? 2 of 2
High End Cable (Laboga?) High end vs. low end
Good strap for heavy bass Comfortable strap 1 of 3
Recommend a Bass Guitar Strap? 2 of 3
New bass is heavy, causing pain. Comfort Strapp? Other suggestions? 3 of 3
http://www.musictheory.net/index.html Visual Beginning Theory, ear trainer
i want to learn how to read music. Learning rhythm
http://www.teoria.com/exercises/ritmo.htm Learning rhythm
http://www.download.com/NoteCard/300...-10004005.html Read bass clef software
Need help reading bass clef Read bass clef discussion
http://www.teoria.com/exercises/read.htm Online bass clef audio/visual trainer
http://www.playthebass.com print bass clef flashcards/staff paper
3. LEARNING
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Practicing http://www.talkbass.com/forum/f21/ Technique forum
Practice Practice Practice How to practice 1 of 2
Pacman's sure-fire scale practice method 2 of 2
http://www.talkbass.com/forum/f15/can-anyone-recommend-good-headphone-amp-494539-post6634274/ Headphone amps/mixers/trainers
anywon here use the program band in a box? "Band-in-a Box" software for practicing
Need advice on best headphones Good headphones
Hands Going numb. Help! My wrist/fingers are sore/tingling
My girl friend took my bass. Repairing cuts on your fingers
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Instructional materials http://www.bassbooks.com/shopping/default.asp Books, DVDs, all styles/ methods
looking for "the bass guitar bible!" Looking for the Bass "Bible"
http://playbassnow.com/recommended-learning-materials/ MarlowDK's recommended books
Best Theroy book "Best" theory/harmony book
Book list for GI Theory Links TB Book Links - all styles,levels,techniques
http://www.jonliebman.com/ See all of TB member Jonster's books and others
http://nashvillenumbersystem.com/ Nashville Number System
Bassist's Guide to Singing Bassist's guide to singing
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Online lessons Who do you think has the best lessons on youtube? Who's the best Youtube teacher?
http://www.musicdojo.com/index.asp Online bass course (5 day free trial)
http://www.cliffengel.com/ Free and paid lessons w/Cliff Engel
http://www.talkbass.com/forum/showth...92#post6857992 Cliff Engel customer reviews
http://www.playbassnow.com with MarlowDK- videos and more
http://www.studybass.com/ Read music,lessons, online metronome,bass clef tutor & more
http://www.activebass.com/ Sound files/tab/standard. notation based lessons and more
http://www.thelibster.com/bass/ Tech advice,drills, bass sound files & more.
http://www.cyberfretbass.com/index.php For all bassists, videos & more,
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Free Jam tracks http://www.freejamtracks.com/index.html Different styles by NickonBass
http://www.cyberfretbass.com/jam-zone/index.php Drum tracks
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Software: Transcribing, Slow Down, Looping, Recording, Utilities A way to slow down MP3s without altering the pitch? Slow down software 1 of 2
I need software to slow down a song so its easier to learn 2 of 2
Software for Transcribing? Transcribing software
The Big Free Music Related Software Thread Free music software
best free recording software Cheap but good recording software
FREE Software Thread - Utilities & Applications You Cannot Live Without Computer utilities/software
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Ear training http://www.good-ear.com/ http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v3...lineScreen.swf Test your ear
http://www.miles.be/ Free downloadable ear trainer (basic/advanced) Solfege training.
http://www.teoria.com/ Many trainers/tutorials. Music theory, ear training, read music, chords, intervals, etc.
Solfege - What's the Point? Discussion of Solfege
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Sight Reading I need to learn how to read music for bass, how do i do it? Learn to read music 1 of 2
Reading Music 2 of 2
http://www.talkbass.com/forum/f22/sight-reading-486398-post6521582/ Improve site reading
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Theory I need basic music theory help... Learning basic theory
Introduction to Scale and Chord Theory Intro to scale & chord theory
Music Theory/General Instruction Links TB Theory links list
Theory Forum FAQ and Links Theory (from the DB side of TB)
Newbie learning modes! Learning "modes"
The reason for Modes Reason for modes
Modes...How to use them practically in music. Using modes
Circle of Fifths Question Key signatures/Circle of 5ths/Cycle of 4ths
Circle of Fifths Question Circle of 5ths (spreadsheet format)
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Getting creative Where does creativity come from? Where does creativity come from?
http://www.talkbass.com/forum/f30/creating-bass-lines-8154/#post80043 Creating bass lines 1 of 3
Bass Line Construction: Target Approach 2 of 3 - Target Approach
http://www.talkbass.com/forum/f22/what-good-ways-approach-playing-over-chords-503344/#post6770334 3 of 3 - For a jam
Scales and improvisation Playing scales
what is in front of/behind the beat? Playing behind/ahead of the beat
The 'feel' "Feel"
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Going "pro" Foundation Degree in Popular Music Practice does it mean anything? (help please) Becoming a session player
Advice for aspiring Studio Players or anyone that wants to "Go Pro"
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Teaching Bass Lesson Plan for Bass Teachers To teach or not to teach 4.COLLEGE MUSIC Colleges? So you want to be a music major in college?
http://www.music.vt.edu/musicdictionary/ Virginia Tech Multimedia Music Theory Dictionary
Just Had My First Audition on Bass [Long Post] Auditioning for college jazz band
Ok... College audition dilemma College audition dilemma
http://imslp.org/wiki/Main_Page Classical sheet music (free)
5. STYLES
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Blues http://www.music.vt.edu/musicdiction...ogression.html progressions explained w/ audio samples
http://www.bassblues.com Basic Blues Bass lessons/free backing tracks by NickonBass
Slow Blues bassline help needed! Slow blues
Blues bass for total beginners Basic blues bass jam tracks
Going to a blues jam tonight ... any pointers First blues "open mic." jam 1 of 3
First open blues jam tonight... pointers? 2 of 3
Blues Jams... What you should know. 3 of 3
I have a blues gig coming up.... I have never played the blues... Blues gig coming up
Recommend some old school blues. Influential blues musicians (mostly) pre-1959
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blues History and styles
http://www.amazon.com/Blues-Bass-Jon.../dp/0793586682 "Blues Bass" by TB member Jonster (John Liebman)
Looking for some Blues books Blues books
http://www.amazon.com/Razor-Sharp-Bl.../dp/B000PHU7J2 "101 Razor-Sharp Blues Turnarounds by Larry McCabe
http://www.amazon.com/Complete-Rhyth...ref=pd_sim_b_1 "Complete Rhythm Guitar Guide for Blues Bands" by Larry McCabe
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Funk,Groove,R&B Old School funk song suggestions... Links to over 20 funk,groove and R&B bass players
Funk 101 Funk 101
http://www.amazon.com/Funk-Bass-Buil...146101-2319058 "Funk Bass" by TB member Jonster (John Liebman)
http://www.amazon.com/Funkmasters-Gr...ref=pd_sim_b_1 R&B/Funk
http://shop.jonliebman.com/product.s...=1&productId=8 " Standing in the Shadows of Motown" James Jamerson book/CD
http://shop.jonliebman.com/product.s...1&productId=31 Funk Bass Bible
Who Are the new funk bands? New funk groups
Flats that *don't* have a lot of sustain and highs Get that dead flatwound string sound
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Latin Latin help. Learning Latin music
http://www.amazon.com/Latin-Bass-Boo...2222000&sr=1-1 "The Latin Bass Book" by Oscar Stagnaro/Chuck Sher
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Jazz Knuckleheaded question of the day Learning
http://www.outsideshore.com/primer/primer/index.html Improvization Primer (Book/Online)
Walking bass "licks" - some help for those new to walking bass lines Walking bass lines examples
Good books to learn walking bass? Walking bass lines books
jazz scales? not played bass in over a year Jazz Scales
http://www.jazzstandards.com/history/index.htm History of Jazz
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Metal Teach me to play metal bass... Metal
how do you learn to growl/scream?? How to scream/growl
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Hip-Hop bass for hip hop 6. BEING IN A BAND
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Starting How good do you have to be to be in a band How "good" do you have to be to play in a band?
Power Trio Playing in a 3 piece band
Making a Band New Band
Starting a "Top 40" type band. some questions Cover band
Cover bands: post your set list Cover band setlists
Blues Bass Players Club Purchasing song licenses
Need help in the world of cover bands! Covers vs. Originals
Starting a tribute band to The Doors Tribute band
Most professional Craigslist wanted ad I've seen Advertising for new member(s)
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Auditioning Starting a cover/tribute band from scratch How to audition for new band 1 of 2
Starting new band... best methods for auditions? 2of 2
How to run Guitarist Auditions? Auditioning: new member 1 of 4
signs of trouble w/ auditioners... 2 of 4 new member
Getting Suckered 3 of 4 red flag stories
Would you treat this as a red flag? 4 of 4 story
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Band names Coolest and Dumbest band names you've played under... Best/worst real band names
The Infamous Band Name Thread Infamous band name thread
http://www.talkbass.com/forum/f67/band-name-change-cadillac-bloodmen-499655-post6734711/ Changing a band's name
http://www.bandnamemaker.com/ http://www.1728.com/bandname.htm
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Leaving the band Quitting the band without losing friends Quitting
Got fired from my band last night. Getting fired
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Band management Introduction to Management Forum - important links here ... Intro
TB Compilation: Must-Read Book Recommendations Books
Any tips for a first band? First band
Is your band a democracy? or the opposite? Democracy or dictatorship?
How to fire someone from a band How to fire a band member
gig money = band fund ?? Band "funds", "to be or not to be?"
The "Get Mad at Local Acts/Venues" Thread Originals Band "paying dues"
I'll Never Play for Free Again Is playing for "free" really "free"?
How do we get a gig and get paid? Getting gigs
Aspiring band newbie seeks craigslist ad advice Advertising yourself
Business cards on the cheap? Any sources or ideas? Business cards
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Band Reheasal/Gigs/PA Hearing Loss and Ear Plugs Protect your hearing! Wear ear plugs!
IEM- In Ear Monitor ... Usage/Experiences In-ear monitors
Audtion with Pro Tools and headphones-any tips? Band rehearsal through headphones
learning a set list Learning a band set list
Band Practice Tips? Rehearsal tips 1 of 3
Band practice efficiency 2 of 3 -efficiency
How often does your band rehearse? 3 0f 3 -how often?
Zoom h2 Recording rehearsals/practice/gigs
Anyone know of beginners books for live sound? Learn Live Sound mixing
Great gig dolly Moving equipment 1 of 3
how do you move gear with a bad back? 2 of 3
Installing removable casters on a carpeted amp - suggestions? 3 of 3
http://www.talkbass.com/forum/f203/coiling-cables-video-512082-post6914637/ Coiling cables
First gig ever tonight First gig 1 of 3
First Gig tomorrow night 2 of 3
First Gig This Friday! 3 of 3
Bass Survival Kit What's in your gig bag?
Noodling/Showing-off between songs To noodle or not to noodle?
Bar Manager Refused to Pay Us! Now what? Being asked to turn down the VOLUME
Eminence 2515 wattage needed for xmax Compression can save your
amp/speaker(s)
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PA What size/type of PA do you use on your gigs? Check all that apply. What size?
first half decent pa: any advice First
Help a little band out with advice on a PA Upgrading
http://www.talkbass.com/forum/f203/pa-system-help-521661/#post7044862 Upgrading
http://www.talkbass.com/forum/f203/help-me-configure-our-pa-first-gig-427316/#post5622952 Configuring
Anyone know of beginners books for live sound? Learn Live Sound mixing
http://www.talkbass.com/forum/f43/ Recording/Mixing
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Cool rigs, equipment and info AMPS FAQ!! Info on OHMS, Allsize RIGS-OverUnderPowerCabs DIY TechTalk-Links Amp FAQs
Portable amps, cabs and combos Links-30 light weight cabs,amps, combos
http://www.talkbass.com/forum/f15/best-combo-music-money-388713-post5041266/ Buying combo 1 of 2
Best gigging combo amp 2 of 2
Pros and Cons of combo Amps Combos vs Head/Cab
http://www.talkbass.com/forum/f15/10-inch-speakers-vs-12-inch-speakers-248190/#post2968494 10s v. 12s v. 15s v. 18s 1 of 2
why 10s for bass? 2 of 2
410 vs 210 vertical stack...question 4x10 vs. 2-2x10 vs. 2x10/1x15 vertical stack
opinions: 210 and 115 modular rig vs 410 4x10 vs. 2x10/1x15
The "I love my rig" Club Happy with my rig 1 of 2
happy with my rig 2 of 2
Micro Rigs You Gig... a Lack of the Groans Micro-rigs of doom 1 of 1
Mini Rigs of Doom-Let's see 'em!l Mini-rigs of doom 1 of 2
Mini Rigs of Doom: Episode II - A pack of the Cones 2 of 2
RIGS OF DOOM - Ch. 3 Rigs of doom
Big Cabs Club Big cabs
I want a monster amp...... which one? That is the question.. "I want a monster amp!"
Your Ultimate Rig (with sort of a twist) Ulitmate fantasy rig
The Gear Insurance Thread Gear insurance thread
http://www.talkbass.com/forum/f203/i-have-counquered-500628/#post6729196 Isolating Amp/Cabs from stage/each other
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Building/Fixin' Stuff http://www.talkbass.com/forum/f15/old-cabs-new-drivers-174035/#post2020562 Upgrading speakers in old cabs
bass cabinet plans? Cabs
fEarful™ 12/6 & 15/6 enclosure designs - FREE! Cabs(plans included) + discussion
Show your Bill Fitzmaurice cab Bill Fitzmaurice cabs
DIY Lightweight Composite Cab Build Fiberglass cab
http://www.mojomusicalsupply.com/ Parts
finished making a 100w valve amp Building a tube amp
Learning amp repair Learning to fix tube amps
http://www.talkbass.com/forum/f15/good-amp-techs-519922-post7046092/ Tube amp repair techs- recommendations/links
http://www.talkbass.com/forum/f57/ TB's Luthier's Corner
http://www.talkbass.com/forum/f18/ Bass Setup and Repair
How to sound isolate a garage? Sound proofing/reduction 1 of 2
http://drummerworld.com/forums/showthread.php?t=37523 2 of 3 w/ room pics
http://www.drummerworld.com/forums/s...d.php?p=493324 3 of 3 w/ room pics
7. OTHER
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Tips for day to day living Gimmicks, gadgets, gizmos that WORK - found any? Gadgets and Gizmos
Tips/tricks for living, what are some you've found over the years? Tips for living
Ways to save money that you know. Ways to save money
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