Slap Dat Bass #20 breaks down a tight funky groove using thumb slap, pop, dead notes, and hammer-ons. Here’s how to learn it the right way — plus why ghost notes are the secret to slap bass that actually feels alive. … Continue readingSlap Dat Bass #20: Breaking Down a Funk Groove with Ghost Notes

The Jolana D is a socialist-era Czech bass from the 1970s that most players have never heard of — and it sounds way better than it has any right to. Here’s an honest look at what this forgotten instrument actually delivers. … Continue readingThis Forgotten Eastern European Bass Guitar Surprised Everyone

Igor Odaryuk reviews the MXR M82 Bass Envelope Filter after testing it live on stages from small venues to 2,000+ capacity shows. Does it cut through the mix? Here is the honest answer. … Continue readingMXR M82 Bass Envelope Filter Review: The Best Funk Pedal for Live Bass?

Watch Igor Odaryuk break down a funky bass lick on a 1987 MusicMan Stingray, then learn exactly how to practice it until you own it. Part of the Learn Dat Lick series. … Continue readingBass Lick Breakdown: Learn This MusicMan Stingray Groove (Learn Dat Lick #7)

Igor Odaryuk compares the Yamaha BB435 and TRBX305 head-to-head. Both are popular 5-string basses for beginners — but they sound and feel completely different. Here is which one to buy. … Continue readingYamaha BB435 vs TRBX305: Which 5-String Bass Should You Buy?