Apparently i solo like a guitarist. Video recording of my soloing included.

[soong]

So everyone says i play too much like a guitarist so i posted a vid to play back what i really sound like.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6JWS7K5w8CI

get critiquing everyone. what do you think? just need informed opinions from other competent soloing bass players out there.

thanks guys!

[ben_the_bass]

I think you should play what comes naturally, because it will be your own signature type thing y'know? And if people are telling you you solo like a guitarist that means they're noticing you so keep improving your style. Youtube has you next to live Jaco solo performances under "related videos" so you must be doing something right!

[GeneralElectric]

Originally Posted by ben_the_bass

I think you should play what comes naturally, because it will be your own signature type thing y'know? And if people are telling you you solo like a guitarist that means they're noticing you so keep improving your style. Youtube has you next to live Jaco solo performances under "related videos" so you must be doing something right!

Thats because he says his name in the description.

Good playing though, reminds me of porn from the early 90s

[Stumbo]

Imho, you're soloing so you can sound whatever way you like.

[MarloweDk]

Some advice dont bend the rootnote, that sounds amateurish and out of tune..Bend the m3rd, 4th, 6th and b7th. You can of course use vibrato on the root - bending it slightly up and down in a fairly fast motion, thas very blueslike

[BassBus]

I don't see anything wrong with the way you solo. There are some rough edges but then there are plenty of those in my playing and that can be removed by practice. I like what you do as it has melody not just a series of excercises stuck together. If others have a problem with the way you play then that is their problem. Have confidence in your own playing cause you have lots going for you. Keep up the practice.

[lambro]

dont bend a note unless its going to be bent to intonation

when you speed up your solo make sure you are still playing in time

make sure any trickier parts are under control before you try them at full speed

[Thunderthumbs73]

Dude, you sound fine.

[Ric5]

Nice melodic playing!

[Stumbo]

Originally Posted by lambro

dont bend a note unless its going to be bent to intonation

when you speed up your solo make sure you are still playing in time

make sure any trickier parts are under control before you try them at full speed

+10 for Bend a note to a note in the chord/scale...don't just bend to bend.

Practice with a metronome at a slower speed to for timing and control. There are several tempo control programs available that you might want to try.

Adding a compressor will get you more sustain.

Certain parts had a longer break than others. Try connecting the various parts of your solo with some more notes. Running your hand up or down the neck kinda breaks up the smooth, melodic sound you were working on.

IMHO, of course.

[Geezerman]

I actually really liked that man,

[artistanbul]

playing for the melody is not playing like guitar. granted, what a bassist should probably know best is rhythm and harmony, but shouldn't be limited by that. that's why we love jaco so much. and I don't see people criticizing some players for playing like a piano bach sounds amazing on bass.

[Ian Perge]

If you solo "like a guitarist", I solo like a drunk guitarist. On meth

The main question is, are you happy with your skill and how they're developing? If so, you've got nothing to worry about because that was some nicely melodic playing. Some people have brought up some constructive criticism, so take it in stride and work into your practice and eventually it'll find it's way to your playing.

Nice job!

[thesteve]

I really dig this. I'm not a very good soloist on bass and I'm not really into a lot of stuff that gets thrown out as "amazing bass solos", but I really dig this jam.

[MusicLoveLife]

Originally Posted by GeneralElectric

Thats because he says his name in the description.

Good playing though, reminds me of porn from the early 90s

Definetely sounded like something out of an old porn .. lol Just play what you feel bro . You rocked .. It went perfect with the song ..

[Modulator]

It may be more of a tonal thing, actually. IMO the tone was kind of thin and guitar-like.

[Foxworthy925]

Dude, you have some LONG fingers. I'm envious.

[soong]

Originally Posted by lambro

dont bend a note unless its going to be bent to intonation

when you speed up your solo make sure you are still playing in time

make sure any trickier parts are under control before you try them at full speed

yeah cool. with the intonation thing, where do i take into account the blue notes?

Originally Posted by Stumbo

+10 for Bend a note to a note in the chord/scale...don't just bend to bend.

Practice with a metronome at a slower speed to for timing and control. There are several tempo control programs available that you might want to try.

Adding a compressor will get you more sustain.

Certain parts had a longer break than others. Try connecting the various parts of your solo with some more notes. Running your hand up or down the neck kinda breaks up the smooth, melodic sound you were working on.

IMHO, of course.

cool man. Sometimes ill be thinking too much in improvisation and i leave gaps. But then again, phrasing is a good thing i spose

But i know what you mean, thanks

Originally Posted by Ian Perge

If you solo "like a guitarist", I solo like a drunk guitarist. On meth

The main question is, are you happy with your skill and how they're developing? If so, you've got nothing to worry about because that was some nicely melodic playing. Some people have brought up some constructive criticism, so take it in stride and work into your practice and eventually it'll find it's way to your playing.

Nice job!

Yeah man im happy. STILL looking for a teacher after about a couple months of self teaching but im happy with the way im going.

Originally Posted by Foxworthy925

Dude, you have some LONG fingers. I'm envious.

nah man im not jimi. they're about 'normal' size.


Thanks for all the awesome input guys. I'm trying most to be fixing up my timing atm.

[Valerus]

Nice work bro.

[alexei]

I like your soloing! keep it up