What Bass Should You Use For Punk?!
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The correct answer is whatever bass you have. Play it if you got it
Music man has best early punk sound
I personally prefer a musicman, to me a p-bass sounds really mudy and undefined due to the lack of high mids. And personally when it comes to mixing in punk, I think the lack of low mids can be compensated with the guitar. It doesn't really matter if the guitar is muddy because most of the time only power chords are played anyway.
Such a personal preference. 99% of the time I’m picking up a P bass, but there are certain songs where the extra clank and presence of the MM just fits better.
Both sound great. Music Man sounds like a Jazz Bass and its cool and unique, but nothing beats a P-Bass mid-range growl.
Please tell me where you got the Steamed Hams shirt. Also, P-bass all the way
Hot take: Jazz Bass sounds fucking great for punk, especially the squier contemporary active HH, it sits somewhere between the p bass and a music man tonally IMHO
Straight up dude. I was sceptical when I picked up the '95 Mexi, but for punk grind and some clarity thrown in, it leaves both of these for dead. And they're both awesome.
I love the thin sound I can get from playing my jazz bass with a pick. Very distinct.
@@jacobcarter1947 The picked Jazz sound is really gaining momentum again in some genres. It's a VERY good sound that is just begging for some overdrive, but it isn't everyone's cup of tea.
Brendan Kelly from The Lawrence Arms nails this.
I like their P/J basses, I used to have a 80's japanese Fender that ended up financing a move, wanted to get a new bass after not playing for a decade and was blown away by the Squier, mainly because I remember how bad they used to be, so now I got it and Ampeg combo amp on layaway
Here’s the Sounds I prefer dispite what it was recorded with
Rolling Strong - MM
Bikeage - PB
Old Friend - PB
I Chosse - PB
The Desperations Gone - MM
One Armed Scissor - PB
End of the Summer - PB
If It Kills You - MM
NeatNeatNeat - MM
Here in your Bedroom - MM
Waiting Room - Both
Want - PB
P-bass is the best. More punch, more low. Best sound. Makes the mix sound more full.
I prefer MUSICMAN.
@@MikeHunt.420 I know, some people prefer the treble bass sound, but the sound of p-bass is more low. In my opinion this is the most important in a bass. This is what gives body to music.
@@MikeHunt.420 but each person has a different preference...
@@ROBOSEREFROES you got a point.
I’ve got a PJ setup, so I can get the bridge pickup sound mixed in with the P Bass pickups if I choose to do so, I like it that way though the P Bass pickups are definitely used more than just solo J bass pickup
If you can only get one, get the P-Bass.
If you can get both, get both ;)
I have both and it depends on the situation. If you want the bass to stand out more with more of a punchy tone, Music Man all the way. If you want a more full darker tone, P-Bass is it.
The Music Man where the bass had the lead drive and needed to be upfront and punchy in the mix, but I guess that's a pretty standard mixing rule.
Fun Fact: Mark Hoppus is using Stingray bass before switching to Fender....
As we have just learned a week ago from Mark Hoppus' stream, Mark H. and Jerry Finn (Blink 182 producer) decided to change the Stingray with a P because MM was too clanky.
I love the Stingray because it's clanky. I can cut through two guitars much better with my Stingray than P. The Stingray has a much nicer neck as well.
@@stevec6427 Nothing comes close to a Stingray neck, it's so comfortable
@@jamesw9111 They're awesome, but damn, just can't beat the neck of a Jazz.
Wildcard option - Reverend Decision bass. It’s got a P/J pick up config and you can blend the two together, best of both Fender options
did you used the same size and brand strings on both guitars?
My personal favorite bass is the Stingray, but for punk specifically, a P Bass is my choice most of the time.
Need more of these bass comparisons!
Based on the live shows I've been to, I'd say the bass choice breaks down (roughly) like this: 60% Precision, 20% Jazz, 10% Stingray, 10% everything else.
What % would you rate each bass?
higher percent on the p bass lower on the rest
I prefer the stingray for Ska style music 90% of the time, but the P sounds amazing for other styles.
PS: You need a Danelectro!
which danelectro?
@@iliasliakos6692 ‘59 DC
Nah those things are ugly af
@@tattoojim182 that’s just like, your opinion man...
Besides, hes a fan of NOFX and fat mike uses one.
@@gabewilliams7462 and there’s a reason why no other well known punk bassists use one of those monstrosities
I have a Gretsch electro Matic Junior jet II. Is that good for punk music?
honestly, any bass is good for punk man
@@krnhitokori ok cool
Does it tick all the boxes when you play along to your favorite tunes? She's good!
Mannnn I miss my p bass. Was such a workhorse and while my jazz bass and Spector would get drowned by three duelling guitars the heroic P bass would hold its own.
Pbass IS PUNK BASS
Damn I never thought of that. You are a god to me!
@@MikeHunt.420 do you want an autograph?
@@trim7535 yes please!!
@@MikeHunt.420 I'll send you by mail. You're welcome
I’m planning on getting a Sandburg Vm5 bass which has a Split-coil and MM Humbucker pickup configuration. That way I can have both tones.
Jazz bass. 😅
As much as I like the Stingray, the P-bass sounded better for this style of music.
I like the pbass. As much as I enjoy the tone of a stingray, I have trouble getting it to sit in the mix.
Yeah p-bass is definitely the best all-rounder. Though Stingray's tend to fit nicely in punk rock mixes. Thanks for watching!
Nice vid, your Basses sound awesome. I say personal choice for choosing a bass for punk. I personally use my weirdo 2011 Gibson Flying V Bass.
Blind test, that I made with this video showed, that both sounds great. Some songs sounds better with P, another - with MM. But I'm still P bass fun (and player).
hm, really difficult choice, i guess the best is a PM :D
P all the way. Richer but still has the twang
I really love Paul’s tone on ATDI’s relationship of command it really fills out their more chaotic and busy mix while still being audible. Really has made me a believer Music man basses
P bass ftw!!
Saya memiliki kedua bass tersebut. Saya memakai Stringray untuk mengerjakan proyek bangunan saya. Saya memakai P bass Mike Dirnt saya untuk mengambil video. Sejatinya saya jatuh cinta pada S.R
Jazz Bass!
I prefer the Stingray. It has more character imo
Hail, brother... what timbre configuration do you put in musicman? Gratitude
P-bass would be helpless if not SansAmp BDDI ;)
379 likes? Not even 5%.. So unfairly.
very nice. what is the year of your ebmm?
No idea tbh, I'm not much of a "gear" guy, haha.
i just gonna use a jazz bass
Fender Jaguar Bass - use ALL the pickups :)
Yeah they're a lot of fun!
Jazz bass
Sweet comment.
@@SugarpillProd This isn't irony dude. I love it haha.
@@SugarpillProd Wil D is right though, you should consider following this up someday and adding a J bass in the shoot out. The growl from that bridge pickup is very specific and used in a lot of modern punk albums.
I’ve always used a music man sub bass until recently when it’s broken and Im too lazy to fix it
I prefer P-bass
Personally I think if ya use flat wound strings, makes a huge difference in the sound as well
Wow awesome finally I heard it amazing I like that song as well as jaw breaker want.. Keep it up love to listen more and more from you love from India 🙏🙏
Anyone else using a hofner for punk?
Man. I gotta hear that. I couldn't get a damn thing out of that bass 😂
Your video is awesome. Do you have the stock pick ups for the p bass? Also could you show how you set up your action on p bass please
Yep! I never really swap out any of the pickups on guitars or basses.
Honestly I haven't set the action in forever, but usually I just set it so that it was as low as I could get it, without having too much string rattle. I like it a little, especially on bass, but you can easily overdue it. Hope that helps!
Personally, I prefer a Rickenbacker for punk, but out of these two, I'd have to go with the Fender. The P Bass has a very similar tone to a Ric, with just a bit more low end, but if you know what you're doing, you can dial in a P Bass to sound exactly like a Ricky, and vice-versa, so if that's the sound you're going for, P Bass all the way.
That stingray sounded so sweet and surprisingly better than the P bass
Awesome! What is your signal chain for these?
Could probably squeeze the MM sound out of a jazz bass, no?
Tbh I've never played a jazz, but I'd assume no, as most people who are looking for that clanky sound tend to opt for the MM. Though a jazz is probably a good in-between of the two.
I use a pj.the j adds more definition when needed
The eq is ???
P Bass 💚 ever
I would have liked to hear both basses at the same time just to see what it sounds like.
Buy them both!
This is great!
The cheapest one.
Bikeage 😁
Great sound🔊
The P bass sits in there perfectly while still growling through where you want it to. The MM cuts through more, but to the detriment of the overall sound.
Just my opinion.
I always felt the same about the Rays. No matter where I put it. It just doesn't sit well for everything. But I want a bit more sculpting than a P. The Jazz is for me I've found. Hits like the P, grinds growls and clangs in all the right spots.
Horner is clearly the best
For punk? Nahhh.
I would say 1987 fender p bass with maple neck is the best for punk
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P bass
Both good, both favorites, but I've really started becoming a fan of the Stingray lately. It's just so growly and tight.
Is that a Ray34?
Punks about using what you have. Most of the prolific punk bassists use what they do because it’s what they could afford when they decided to get serious for a lot it was what was hanging in the pawn shop window
And that's why they all sounded so bad. There's nothing less "punk" than putting a label on what you think is punk
@@DildosForChristmas basically. I do get using different bases for different sounds. Like I’d never use a music man to cover a rancid tune or a pbass to cover a bouncing souls song.
@@DildosForChristmas Dude we're on the internet, the discussion is moot at this point. 😂
Yeah but when you’re just starting and don’t own a bass yet, it makes sense to consider which one would be best for you
Use any Instrument you like to Play Punk Rock.There are no Rules! Höfner, Rickenbacker,Fender Jazz or Precision,Musicman,...who Cares,as long as you feel OK while playing and it Sounds good.
p bass wins, stingray too thin
I prefer PJ basses. Best of both worlds imo
Which basses were used in the video ..?
Fender p-bass and a Musicman ray 34.
@@SugarpillProd cheers! Do you have a favorite kind of bass or even a favorite model for playing punk rock ?
@@DaveTheFuckingBrave Nah not really, anything will work. A p bass is probably the most versatile though.
@@SugarpillProd I’ve played bass for a while in a band a few years ago but I never owned one as I’m primarily a guitarist, and I’m trying to figure out which one would be good for me to start. I have tiny hands but I don’t want to start with a j bass or even a short scale bass and then getting so used to the smaller size that I can never use a p bass again 🤣
@@DaveTheFuckingBrave if you're wanting something to sorta learn on and get you going I seriously can't recommend a American Fender P-Bass enough. I know The American series are much more expensive but if you're able to get a American you'll be glad you did.. I say that cause when you plug in and hear that rumble and tone it's gonna make you want to play more. Getting a instrument that you seriously Love will inspire you to play more than a instrument that doesn't move you. 🤘