Fretless Bass Lesson with ScottsBassLessons
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- Опубликовано: 26 июл 2024
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Playing fretless bass can be super challenging if approached in the wrong way. Equally, you can transition between the fretted and fretless bass very easily (even if you've never played fretless before!) if you take a few things into consideration and follow the 3 steps I'm going to show you.
In this bass lesson I'm going to share 3 essential tips you should know about playing the fretless bass.
Now, as always... grab your bass and get in the shed!
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Love the comment about not being scared. I bought a fretless in the 90s and expected months of work before being able to play it outside of the living room. You will really be surprised at how quickly your fingers get to "know" the correct intonation positions. A good weekend of work and a solid fretted player can be playing nicely in tune down low. Above the twelfth fret it does get exponentially dicier, but practice can remedy that.
Great as always, Scott! New format rocks!
It's an amazing way to hone your ear. Listen to a track and play fretless with your eyes closed. Use your ears to make subtle corrections. You'll know when you're "in".
Or "out"... :)
After playing guitar for about 17 years (on and off) I bought a bass (as a joke) and I fell in love with the instrument. I have most of the basics down thanks to my guitar playing, I just needed to develop muscle memory for fretting, slapping, picking and the rest since it isn't as easy as on a guitar.
6 months later, I've ordered a fretless bass. It arrives in 10 days or so and I just can't wait. I don't remember the last time I've been this excited 😁
Love that you named Alain Caron - I swear nobody ever knows about him but he's a supermassive monster of a fretless bassist.
that dude is seriously too good. UZEB is my favorite group right now
Good to hear from someone who's not snobbish towards the lined fretless. Your tips are right on the money.
Love the sound of that bass
one of the most beautiful sounds on an instrument
💯💯💯
@@devinebass can I get one of this Fretless Bass..
You forgot to mention Sting!! Legend has it he bought his fretless Precision and used it for a gig that night
I got my first fretless 2 days ago with no lines and I'm loving it. Even without lines and just dots every few 'frets', I'm improving my intonation already! Thanks Scott!
Hope you done well and still using the fretless
Beautiful bass, beautiful tone.
PS: For people who might be interested in the more metal aspects of fretless bass, guys like Sean Malone (Cynic, Gordian Knot, Aghora), Robin Zielhorst (Exivious) and Steve DiGiorgio (Death, Sadus) might be worth a look as well .
KhronX Steve Digiorgio is a god in death metal, love his work in control denied
The other two ain't half-bad either, if you take a look into their work ;)
KhronX I was just about to add Steve but u beat me to it! He's been with Testament the last few years or more, which my cuzin also played with when he replaced Alex
Yeah, well, especially in metal, fretless is a rare breed, so the prominent users kinda "stick out like a sore thumb", as it were. In a good way, of course :)
yeah in building a fretless myself now and using super glue as the clear coat on the fret board which comes out with a beautiful glass like finish and is tough enough to take the beating from the strings, got the idea from a RUclips video I found!
Some of the nicest, most musical fretless playing I've heard! Scott hits it out of the ballpark (again!)
I love the sound of that bass. Fretless is like no other.
Mick Karn was the most unique and original fretless bassist to exist
I figured someone had already written this, so I just voted it up.
Usmaan Mohmood Mick is the reason I'm interested in fretless bass
Mick is the reason I'm buying a fretless bass
Mick is the reason I have a frettless bass! He is king.
So you have never heard of Jaco then??????
Last summer I converted my Squire P-bass into a fretless, with new pickups and bridge; immediate improvement, with this REALLY groovy Jamerson tone; woody, thumpy, and not at all a 'standard' fretless tone. Whenever I take it to jams and gigs, I immediately get odd looks on this kinda cobbled together instrument, but the sound blows people away. It's got the groove.
I've actually got roundwounds on... but flatwounds sound great too!
I've played a couple of killer Pedulla fretless basses! Thanks for tuning in David :)
Hi Scott! You are definitely my favorite bass teacher. Can we get more lessons on fretless bass please?
Scott Devine signature bass???
This is divine, Scott! Many congrats and thanks for posting these vids. So helpful!
Hey man thanks for tuning in. I actually plugged straight into protools for this vid... so no amp at all and very little eq.
Thank for tuning in Simon! I think the best way to get away from sounding like Jaco is transcribing loads of other fretless players too... then you should get a good mix of styles etc.
Thanks for the good tips Scott. I agree with you, fretless is fantastic to play. The lined basses really remove a lot of fear for the transition to playing fretless. The reference note while practicing is my favorite tip I think.
Just about to buy an old 1970s Aria Jazz copy - NO LInes on it - hey ho -I'll spray them on!!!
Have not heard sounds like this for decades - loved Jaco. Love what you do - you have convinced me I need to try. Its never too late to try - even at 67. Wow - thanks. Is Dill Katz still around? saw him with John Hiseman once -superb. Thanks again - from an ageing drummer
Hello; I have been trying to play guitar for the last 35 years of my life... I can manage some licks and decent sounds although I cannot see myself as a musician in terms of performance... this week, instead of the usual 6 string guitar, I tried a Squier fretless bass (with lines) because I was asking the man in the store how to get that deep and slightly deaf bass sound like I remember hearing in "eight miles high" by The Byrds... I am not even sure if that is a fretless bass, and I don't care... the moment the store guy switched from a fretted bass to the fretless one I was addicted because I really don't like that initial sharp tone of the fretted instrument... The amplifier was a recent Fender Rumble 200. I was delighted to play this instrument and cannot wait for the day I manage to bring it home. Yes the lines make all the sense to me even if not looking so cool. I was intuitively playing on top of the lines and not behind. I don't remember having so much fun with a six string guitar. If I buy a bass, it will be fretless. Thank you for the series, I will keep coming to see them. Pedro, in Portugal.
Hey... when I was playing fretless exclusively I found it very strange playing fretted and would completely agree with you... going fretted to fretless feels more natural than going from fretless to fretted. thanks for tuning in man! :)
Fretless has such a beautiful tone!
0:43 - I'm ready to give up now before I've even started. Magic playing by Scott!
I made a fretless bass like nearly 40 years ago. Sycamore body, mahogany neck, ebony board. Played nice and I loved it - but hard times made me sell it. Very sad. I played a fretted bass for many years after that, but now I'm making a new fretless for myself. Precision style, simple ash body, maple neck, ebony board, single EMG 35DC pickup, rear-loaded electronics, just a volume knob. I like a blank fingerboard, no lines or dots, just dots on the edge - copper electrical wire is perfect. Truth be told, I hardly look at the front of the board when I'm playing.
That first bass - I was given the wood for the body by no other than Stephen Delft (legendary guitar maker). I lived near his east London workshop back then, and he taught me a lot. Sycamore is not easy to find nowadays, but it has a very tight grain and a crisp, bright tone.
Anyway, thanks Scott, interesting video - I'm sure you get asked this a lot but - why the glove?
Been waiting for this, awesome!
Fretless bass is absolutly what I like the most, gonna buy me first a fretless bass this year. Great video and fantastic playing - thank you :D
I've learned and still practice all that you've shown on RUclips. Thanks Scott. You are amazing.
I had a fretless before and never knew to play ON the lines. I was frustrated thinking I was always off key. I eventually bought another fretless bass (with lines) and started to play again using your tips. I love it! Thanks Scott
I soooo love the sound of fretless....I always think of the Don Henley New York minute fretless parts... epic feel
Excellent!!! As a drummer, naturally I love the bass because we hold down the funk together. I also love the playing of Jimmy Haslip as well! Another GREAT fretless bass player.
Thanks for tuning in Eduardo! :)
The sound is absolutely incredible, it sends shivers down my spine! I saw Talk Talk play and they did 'Have you heard the news' it totally blew me away!
someday i'll try one !! i love the sound of a fretless bass, and also, you're very inspirational !!
Keep on going Emil... you'll get it!
Scott - you're an absolute saviour. Your lessons have re-inspired me to practice really hard and more often. I've played bass in garage bands and live for many years, but this is a "rebirth" - THANK YOU. I am also a full time Luthier, so can truly appreciate the Overwater basses for what they are!!! When in UK again I'm going try and make the time to look you up if at all possible.
Hey man thanks for the heads up! I just gone in and changed it so if you try again you'll get the correct backing track. Thanks again man, :)
Man U are one of my favorites bass players and also an awesome teacher!!! Please keep it up!! This fretless bass sounds amazing!!!
Phenomenal sound. Thanks Scott
Ahhh thanks man! Yeah - I'm trying to push it as far as possible! :)
Thanks for the tips.
just bought a fretless. Should have done this a long time ago. It's fun, it's great, can sound like a human voice.
What kind?
WOW. Nice bass and congratulation for your playing style.
Scott, just bought my 1st 5 string fretless & man am I stoked! I could hardly wait to get it home & plug it in! I have to say I truly admire your musical talents & think you're doing a hell of a job in providing us bass players (beginner - professional) a place to go for information or inspiration. Nuf said, I hope to aspire to your abilities someday soon with this baby? Keep up the fantastic lessons brother, I'll be watching.
Love your videos Scott!
I have been having a lot of questions about the fretless bass... 3 essential tips about playing fretless bass!... Fretless Bass Lesson with ScottsBassLessons
Sir you forgot Steve Bailey!! :O
A query.. PB or JB fretless?
Tybok C JB... More tone options! ;)
+Scott's Bass Lessons Scott this may sound weird but I actually tried the squier fretless and I think it was harder to play than the other bass without any marks
Have a 5 string Dean fretless. Love it! played all genres
BTW, the run at 3:57 was just sick! Thanks for the video!
I just got the chance to play a MIM Jazz fretless. It was great. I had a sound in my head that I knew could only be done on a fretless and sure enough, as soon as I got my hands on it there was the sound. Scott is an amazing bassist and can make a fretless sing.
I have just started using a 5-String fretless. I love it! Thanks for sharing this Scott 👍
your one of my favorite bassit as well, and you are an awesome teacher thanx, i' sticking with you my friend.
I use roundwounds Rhesa. Thanks for tuning in man :)
I don't even play bass, but love watching you play. Your style is so smooth!
Have seen other videos of you before but this one really nails it and gives a very good explanation about fretless playing... gréat job ! Greetings from Belgium.
Great presentation, well done!
I'm not a bass player, but I loved this video! I love the sound of the fretless bass, and yours sound fantastic.
Great as usual.Nice fretless sound.
Tony Levin's fretless bass work in Peter Gabriel's San Jacinto has always intrigued me about this instrument. Great video and tips, thanks. Cheers
Mr. Ben One of my favorite parts of the song!
Great stuff Scott.
Ha, I love Thunderbird basses! Thanks for tuning in man :)
Thank you Scott! I just picked a Fender Squier Fretless bass & even though I've played bass for many, many years I never knew that you had to play on the lines. That explains so much & why the darn thing sounded out of tune. Fab website and awesome bass lessons. Keep up the great work! Eric
Thanks for the awesome lessons, I just got my lined Fretless P--bass and I'm ready to explore this new direction in my playing! Cheers
great teacher thanks for the lessons
I love the pickup placement on your bass!
Great tips
Thanks Scott, really helpful. And you're so personable, it really helps.
As always you give great info keep it coming please
A big thanx for your vids!!! Keep up the great work, stay safe ,because there is so much to hear, learn and play on this fantastic instrument. Fretted or frettles!!! Greetings from germany.
Thanks for sharing!
You come across as a very likeable bloke, and I enjoyed what you said and what you played. Good stuff!
Beautiful! thank you
Great. Thanks. Jaco got me engaged to the fretless.
Scott you are really a fine teacher and player!
Great sound from the Overwater. Ive had a fretless for a couple of years and not used it much you have now encouaged me to start again. Cheers. :)
Nice to see I'm getting some love at a fretless player! Great video per usual
sounds great man
Great intonation !
amazing tone man
I played cello for a long time before I picked up bass guitar, so when I did, fretless was a no brainer. I started with a lined 4 string and have since moved to a 5 string unlined. You are absolutely right that the lines are more visual and easier, but I feel like unlined has made me that much more connected with my own intonation and that much more comfortable with the layout of the bass. I would absolutely recommend lines to any new players.
Great tips, thanks heaps mate :)
I'm considering buying a fretless bass and your tips and advice were really helpful. Thanks!
Thanks for the tips. Great sound and great playing!
Thanks Scott, good stuff!
This is very good!!!
Love you Scott.
Wow, Scott, your recent video quality is going through the roof, I love the new style and editing. :)
That tone is wonderful! Fretless bass is ALL about the fingers!
Playing near the neck with a bridge pickup always has a great sound that "blooms" with time. Known commonly as "muah".
This goes to show that violin has much less room for corrections. However, I find that bass shows pitch errors so much more.
What a great tone. could not help but comment on that.
really good teacher and wonderful musician.
Hi scott,
This was a great lesson I've just got my first bass 3 days ago and look forward to watching all your video's.
just did a Jaco on my old bass (yanked the frets)... never had such a fun instrument... and fretted bass was fun anyway!! XD
I went in to a local music shop and had a good go on an acoustic fretless bass. I enjoyed so much I just bought it a few weeks later :)
I've always been a journeyman bass player. 50's rock has been my thing...since the 50's. (I've was a member of the retro-rock band, Sha Na Na.) I was buying a new bass and my violist-son, Keith Barry (Dean and Co-founder of the Silverlake Conservatory of Music with bassist, Flea) shamed me saying, "You know where to put your fingers!" I got a fender PJ fretless and I really enjoy it. I'm trying to keep up with your lessons, very much enjoying the Walking Bass hack. Thank you.
Hey thanks Stefan! :)
Very good thanks Scott
Great vid! I play a slightly modded custom shop '75 fretless J bass maple fingerboard with black blocks and fretlines. I'd be lost without the fretlines.
Thank you for the mention of Pino and Mick. They're the ones that led me into the fretless world so many years ago.
Very informative
Thank you Thank you
This is one of the best bassists I have seen in my whole life :D
Thank you Scott
You cleared up something for me. Since I lost my gigs due to Covid, a friend lent me a custom Lado fretless (no fretlines, but there are dots)to jam on. Having synesthetic perfect pitch, it drove me nuts that I always seemed flat, but when I played where the actual frets should be, I was in perfect tune. At first, I worried that it was a neck issue...now I know that's how it's supposed to be. I never was interested in fretless, I'm a blues, rock, metal player, but jamming on this thing has totally changed my mind.
Hello, i just read your comment and i have question. As you was saying, when i play on the ´´fret´´ it seems Sharp, but when i play on the spot when the actual fret is, it sound in tune. And how Scott and you mister was saying, that little ,,offtune´´ sound is what it supposed to be. Is that really true? I would like if you could comment me if its true. Thank you very much