5 Ultimate SLAP BASS Tips (in UNDER 5 mins)

From Larry Graham’s iconic thumps and plucks to the quirky grooves of Les Claypool, slap bass is a pretty amazing technique that can add a funky flavor to any style of music. In today’s new video we’re going to show you our 5 top tips to get you started AND we’re going to do it all in under 5 minutes!

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Video Breakdown:

00:00 - Introduction
00:11 - Tip #1 - You don't have to HIT the bass so HARD
01:01 - Tip #2 - Thumb Technique
02:24 - Tip #3 - Strings
03:23 - Tip #4 - Action
04:26 - Tip #5 - It Has to Groove
05:19 - "Did You Know...?"

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[kingdeedee]

I gotta bring attention to something here; I remember years ago when I watched Scott's earlier slap lessons his right hand slap technique was VERY different. He had his thumb pointing down and didn't have anywhere near the same note articulation he does now. Now his sound and technique are on a whole other level! He's doing the double thumb stuff more, and notes come out beautifully. I can tell it was a lot of work changing up how you play when you're already as insane of a bassist as Scott, but the improvement is clear as day and it's inspiring to see. Kudos to you Scott!

[beovulf]

I LOVE the vibe you two have together! Amazing duo! 🎶

[beemerr]

Love the personality you guys put into these videos! Way entertaining, for sure.

[julien]

Love the progression of this channel in the last year. Everyone's hard work is paying off!

[jamesbeckett]

The bass community salutes you...great teacher

[ollililjestrom]

Oh that last bit cracked me up 😄
Love your dynamic duo! 🔥

[natesharp]

This is awesome. It added so much more to the bass community than just five slap bass tips.

[hayleycomet]

You guys are awesome.. I've learned a boatload from you, thanks!

[MEGAndreas]

we got it. More good vibes from the boys nerding and having fun with basses

[ShynAwkward]

🎵" Scott's World, Scott's World, Party-Time, Excellent!"🎶
Just kidding, great info, and great chemistry guys...👍

[Darth.Shredder]

Great sensible tips! Regarding strings... I'd add that for some (like me) lighter gauge strings also help with slapping. It's easier to get lower action and requires less effort on the thumb, again...for me. YMMV

[TracerGTRider]

I don't think I've ever heard slap played with flatwounds before, but it sounds super cool!

You should try it with tapewounds and see how that extra "clack" from the coating fits in 😅

[trufomak]

Its my favourite bass chanel.I love you guys.

[lolinonusos]

I absolutley LOVE your new outros😍😍😍🤩🤩🤩

[danielelise]

Love the Mr Sheen on the table at the end, for those all important bass shine ups.😆😆

[IRDeezlSmoke]

So I found SBLs years ago and had a lot of fun, but for some reason left and went away for several years. Somehow the youtube algorithm brought SBL up again and these past few weeks with Ian on set with Scott, I have an all new appreciation for these lessons. Subscribed now.
This vid is so cool having Ian and Scott both on set with Fender Jazz instruments. I just got off the phone with my local Fender dealer as I am looking for a Mononeon bass. Now I have to go back through and find the funky videos with Scott and Ian to make sure I hit the like button.🎸🎸👍

[billbromer]

A boatload of great slap tips in 5 min

[donh]

Thanks guys, now I know why slapping on my flatwounds is different. I almost fell out of my chair when Ian asked Scott what is 2 mils in inches.

[andrewpinner]

Thanks guys !
The bass grannies (at the end of the vid) rule !

[KenDouSip]

I can't wait to see Richard Bona on this channel. It'd be awesome