Recent content by kmb523

  1. K

    2 questions

    Thanks so much for the responses. I think my main problem right now is I don't even know where to start. For example, is it better to play a 1 2 3 4 pattern by using fingers: 1234 1234, or 1234 3212... if that makes any sense. Also, what are some good exercises for a beginner to more than 2...
  2. K

    2 questions

    Thanks for the input. I strum the bass with my index and middle finger on my right hand, alternating between the two. and the 3/4 fingers was more for complex lines that used all 4 strings. I'm not sure, but I feel like using all my fingers would help.
  3. K

    2 questions

    Hi, I've been playing bass for a while now, and I have recently realized that my technique could definitely improve... Here are my questions: 1. I finger pick with 2 fingers, and I want to move up to 3 or maybe 4. What is recommended, and how do I approach this? 2. My middle and ring...
  4. K

    help with using 3 fingers

    i've recently started using my index, middle, and ring finger when finger picking. i'm finding it difficult to play songs fast and play songs that require switching string frequently. does anyone have any advice or helpful lines to practice? and i have one more question, when i switch down a...
  5. K

    Do you inspire or deter?

    I know that feeling, that has happened to me at GC multiple times.. especially in my early days of bass.