Do You Need Big Hands To Play Bass?

As a person who doesn’t have particularly large hands, you reach for a bass guitar and start playing, that’s what. For most of us – including myself– the issue of hand size and bass playing never came up.

Can a short person play bass?

Guest. Sure they sound good. In fact, a lot of orchestral bassists like smaller basses because they can get around on them quickly. The bigger it is, the harder it is to run up and down the fingerboard.

Why do some bassists wear gloves?

Bass players wear gloves to prevent certain issues that might interfere with their performances. These go from keeping their hands from sweating to maintaining the blood of their fingers hot during cold weather.

Is bass guitar easier than electric guitar?

In Conclusion. So to conclude, as a beginner it is almost universally accepted that the bass is easier than guitar. You will be able to play famous songs much quicker and mistakes should come about less often.

How tall should you be to play bass?

A Standard (Full-size) 34” Long Scale Bass guitar will suit most people 5’5” to 6’6”. A 36”Extra-Long Scale Bass for Taller People. The 30” Short Scale Bass may be better for adults and teenagers under 5’5”.

How tall should you be to play a full size bass?

Unlike violins where a violinist typically grows into a 4/4 violin, with the bass, the standard and most popular size by far is 3/4. Few 4/4 basses are made or played.
Upright Bass Sizes.

Bass Size	Total Height	Body Height
4/4	75″	45.5″

Is P bass hard to play?

They’re easy to play when you get used to them. My Roger Waters P-bass has a really thick neck that can cause cramps from time to time, but I’ve found a way to play so it feels comfortable.

Is it OK to play bass with a pick?

You can use a pick on your bass guitar if you want to. Both finger plucking and using picks are perfectly normal ways to play the bass guitar. You can find plenty of examples of famous bassists who use either technique, and there is no harm to using a pick. It won’t damage your strings or create an inferior sound.

Is it easier to play bass with a pick or fingers?

Most people like using a pick because they can develop speed more quickly. If you’re into styles of music that are speed intensive, a pick might make sense. You can develop the same speed with your fingers, but most people find it takes a little more time. You can get different tones with different types of picks.

Is it OK to play bass with your thumb?

There are exceptions to any rule of music, but generally speaking you’ll be better off learning to use your other fingers. Your thumb may work fine for you in certain styles, but the time is likely to come when you’ll be confronted with something you can’t do with it.

Why do bass players boil their strings?

Boiling guitar and bass strings is a method of cleaning within their windings, between their outer layer and their core. The boiling water expands the winding and removes dirt from within the string, offering a deeper clean than surface-level wiping or applying string cleaning products.

Why do bass players wear wristbands?

Wristbands serve plenty of purposes. Mainly, they prevent sweat from running down from the arms to the hands, which overall affects the performance. What is more, they can help the picking hand play repeated notes faster due to reduced friction. Many players, however, use them just for their looks.

Are bassists failed guitarists?

This is somewhat connected to the myth above. While there are some bass players who transitioned from guitar to bass, that doesn’t mean they failed as guitar players. Some guitarists who are used to playing leads may even find it difficult to play bass.

Do bassists play chords?

Bassists don’t play chords as often as guitarists or pianists do. This is because playing several low-pitched notes at the same time can sound muddy. Playing chords on bass can sometimes fill up too much sonic space competing with the rest of the band. It can be done, but must be done with care.

What makes a good bass player?

Generally, the bassist does that by being a solid bridge between the drummer and the rest of the band. It’s more about time, tone and feel than anything. They have the right sound, they play at a volume that puts the bass right in there with the kick drum and/or balances well with the drummer’s volume.

Why do bassists have a bass face?

There is a nebulous place where music collides with emotion, and for many musicians, this meeting of the mind’s sensory neurons, motor function, and cognition proves combustible, and whatever wells up is commonly manifested in a musician’s most noticeable feature: their face.

What size bass do I need?

The standard size for adults is a ¾ double bass. A large double bass such as a ⅞ or 4/4 is very rare and not commonly used unless the person is very tall, 6.5′ + in height or they have unusually large hands. A general rule for children is to choose a bass one size smaller than usual violin size for age.

How heavy is a bass guitar?

between 8.5 to 9.5lbs
For a new Standard or American Standard Fender Precision or Jazz Bass of the 4-string variety, the weight will be between 8.5 to 9.5lbs (3.9 to 4.3kg). A few further notes on weight concerning new Fender bass models: Deluxe models usually do weigh more because they’ve got more stuff installed in them.

How heavy is a double bass?

The DB will run approximately 20 to 25 lbs and the trunk can be anywhere from 45 lbs to well, a lot more, depending on the trunk.

Is jazz bass easier to play?

It’s easy to use and good at one thing. That’s not to say some players don’t gravitate to the Jazz bass first. Physically it’s easier to play and provides the player a wider sonic variety of tone with it’s dual coil pickups.

Is Jazz Bass hard?

No it is hard. Players tend to develop a bit of a repertoire of changes from one chord leading in to the next – you’ve recognised this – sounds like you’re on the right track.