Slapping an ACOUSTIC bass sounds ridiculously FUNKY!

I slapped an acoustic bass solo... Remember to TAP like and subscribe if you enjoyed this!

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[ComradeFewkes]

As someone who owns an acoustic bass, it’s honestly so hard to get a good slap sound. This is honestly one of the most impressive things you done

[alexanderlyon]

Most Bass Players: "Acoustic basses never sound good."
Charles: "Hold my beer."

[Beastintheomlet]

Jumping between the 'lead' part and the 'accompaniment' was insane, well done.

[youztuber]

I would buy a whole album of this, it has so many emotions in it. It's exciting, it's interesting, it's relaxing. Definitely vibing with this.

[TheLongBeardedRambler]

I've played acoustic bass before and this is awesome. To get that sound from that type of bass... impressive

[jdrichmusic]

Killer!!! Always felt the acoustic bass guitar was an under-appreciated instrument. One of the few times I've heard it used to its full capabilities! New challenge though... can you play a slap solo on UPRIGHT bass? ;)

[alicekentmusic]

INSANE skills dude, I'm so happy you share this will the world. It always makes my day!

[FuelAirSparkTime]

I've been a guitar player for 20 years, but I picked up bass because of you man.
Your playing and creativity are unreal

[_spacegoat_]

While your technical skill is astounding, I appreciate that what you play is actually musical and accessible to non-bass players like me. There are lots of technically outstanding bass players whose music sounds sterile and unrelatable.

[ronnibrant]

That was both a cool composition and an impossibly good performance. I've never heard and acoustic bass songs so perfect. Dude, you must have drilled that for weeks. Well done!

[devictakumi]

The thing is... Charles always has amazing melodies. Not only does he have the speed and endurance to play crazy fast, accurately and utilizing every instrument to its full potential. Every original song he records is somewhat a masterpiece when it comes to melody and rhythm. I'm amazed every time👍

[aaronsparks]

I love how Charles never runs out of conversation with his Bass nice job!!

[RCSmiths]

Brilliant and fantastic man! Acoustics can definitely be a challenge, and your ability to play with ease is simply impressive!

[roblewis]

This by far the best I've EVER heard an acoustic bass sound.
And bravo on even getting a excellent slap on an acoustic, cause I know myself that getting a decent slaping sound on a acoustic bass is never easy.✌️

[larjasoul]

What's so incredible about Berthoud's playing:
He does throw in every technique he possibly can,
WHILE maintaining an incredibly lyrical quality.

He never neglects the value of a good phrase.
That's why his music transcends being merely "etudes".
These are masterpieces that nobody would mind hearing in their free time.

[trentpeterson]

The slow parts really remind me of one of the main themes in Inception. Bass sounds great

[flamethegame]

I LOVE the "drumming" on the body of the bass
Adds that little extra groove
On top of the playing which is already something I can only dream of someday doing!

Good work as always Charles!

[gipsyredneck]

Charles, YOU could even get a good tapping or slap tone out of a brick. This is amazing.

[bahrameftekhari]

What a joy it is to see the performance of an artist at the top of his game.

[dan]

So one thing I love about this channel: titles always grab your attention and bring you in but it's never click bait. He never fails to disappoint. Amazing talent love listening to your music don't stop making it