Learn to subdivide the beat, regardless of tempo. Formally-trained percussionists are taught to subdivide down to 16ths or more, and even other instrumentalists have the eighth notes drilled into them in school bands. As a bassist, you're just as much a rhythm source as the drummer, so a good sense of time is very important.
Along the same lines, practicing basic stuff like scales alongside a metronome at slow speeds is also good practice. Record your practice and play it back to see what's going on; you may think you're right on the beat while playing, but listening back may reveal you're lagging or jumping the gun.
Along the same lines, practicing basic stuff like scales alongside a metronome at slow speeds is also good practice. Record your practice and play it back to see what's going on; you may think you're right on the beat while playing, but listening back may reveal you're lagging or jumping the gun.
