5 strings are a great tool for exploring a wider range on the bass but there are a few things to keep in mind if you're thinking about making the switch. To hear about my pros and cons of 5 strings, check out this full lesson over on daricbennett.com 🤟🏾 #bass #5string #daricbennett #basslesson | Daric's Bass Lessons

32K views · 301 reactions | Ever bought a 5-string... and barely touched the B string? 樂 You’re not alone! In today's video, I'm breaking down why so many players struggle with 5-strings and what makes them worth it anyway. I'm sharing five reasons you should play one, a few reasons to skip it, and what to think about before making the switch. Follow our link in bio to check it out!  | ScottsBassLessons.com | Facebook

17K views · 500 reactions | In this lesson, the great Oteil Burbridge talks about why he recommends students to play a 6 string bass. This clip is from Oteil's SBL interview, available on the SBL website. See you in the shed! | ScottsBassLessons.com | Facebook

In this lesson, I'm going to teach you some great exercise to improve your bass playing over a 5-6-7-etc stringer. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I'll talk about muting techniques, overplaying, and how to master this beast of an instrument. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ See you in the shed!! | ScottsBassLessons.com

In this lesson, I'll go over 3 things to look out for when learning on a 5-6-7-etc. string bass. I'll talk about muting techniques, overplaying, and how to get to know this beast of an instrument. See you in the shed!! | ScottsBassLessons.com

13K views · 281 reactions | In this lesson we're talking about bass solos... and specifically, the 10 best bass solos of all time. Make sure to let me know in the comments if I've missed anyone and, who you want to be included in the next installment of this series... See you in the shed  | ScottsBassLessons.com | Facebook

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