Bass VI - Everything You Need To Know
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- Опубликовано: 20 июл 2024
- In this video, I go through everything you need to know about the Bass VI. What is a Bass VI? Who played one? What style of music can you play on a Bass VI?
I also offer some suggestions about the best Bass VI's available today, along with helpful modifications to make your instrument play and sound better.
Timecode
0:00 - 🎶 "Funk On The VI" Jam with Chris Howard
1:27 - Introduction
2:04 - What is a Bass VI?
2:37 - What can you play on a Bass VI?
3:41 - 🎶 Country Bass VI
4:07 - Who played a Bass VI?
4:40 - Models of Bass VI available today
5:05 - Modifications
6:04 - 🎶 80's Bass VI
VIDEO LINKS
△ Bass VI Spotify Playlist - spoti.fi/3vgajE3
△ Chris Howard - / ididitforthemusic
△ Eastwood Sidejack Bass VI - bit.ly/3evtqUu
Squier Bass VI Mods
MASTERY - masterybridge.com/which-to-buy/
STAYTREM - staytrem.com/bass-vi-bridge1
THE GEAR I USE
△ Studio Gearlist: kit.co/scottpoleymusic/home-s...
LET’S CONNECT
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△ Website: www.scottpoley.com/
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Disclosures: All opinions are my own. Sponsors are acknowledged.
Music - “Funk On The VI” and "Hooky's Twang", written and recorded by Scott Poley
#scottpoley #bassvi #eastwoodbassvi 
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the Hooky bit at the end was boss lad,
Haha, cheers Phil. Couldn't get the strap any lower and still play the part 😂 we need to get together at some point bud!
@@ScottPoleyMusic The beginning of hooky jam appears to have quote from 'She sells Sanctuary' by Cult!
It does sound a bit like that, I just tried to write something that sounded like Peter Hook from New Order / Joy Division. I'm a huge fan of his style / tone.
@@ScottPoleyMusic Sorry if my comment looks offensive to your creativity. You nailed the Hooky tone, and did amazing job in this video. There are not much of videos with Eastwood Sidejack sounds, really only old ones, so yours is a fine example of how that bass sounds. Sold my Fender Pawn Shop Bass Vi long time ago (how stupid of me), looking for a new Bass VI. Cheers! Amazing content! Liked and subscribed.
Not at all Vladimir, I'm happy to be compared to such a great song. Thanks so much for the sub, lots of content coming. Appreciate it!! 💥👍
finally someone who plays it with fingers! showcasing it is not only a octave down guitar but also a short scale bass
It’s a great instrument with so many creative possibilities.
This is the best video I've seen so far, in terms of showing the potential of a bass vi. WOW man alot of effort and talent went into this
Thanks so much!!! I appreciate it.
that pickguard and knobs, VERY classy
WOW! I've been perusing youtube videos on the Eastwood Bass VI. Your's is the BEST! Your playing was a great demonstration and your informative explanations are succinct and to the point. Thank You!
Wow, thanks!
most underated bass chanel this man needs to blow up.
Kabooooom!! 😂 thanks Jfizzle, new video about a very special Bass VI coming soon.
Thanks for the awesome video. Fascinating. I’d heard of the bass VI before but never really knew what they were. 🙏
You’re most welcome Tim, thanks for watching.
I appreciate you actually showing off the tone of this instrument. Basically none of the other videos on RUclips of this thing do it’s sound justice. You e sold me on it
That’s very kind. Thank you.
A set of Fender 250B6 24-100 Gauge Strings seem like a good match for this Bass VI. The 24-100 Gauge Bass VI set is awesome because that 100 Gauge Low E is pretty common.
Richard Bennett played a Bass VI for the lead guitar part on the classic Steve Earle tune Guitar Town.
I love Richard Bennett!!! He's a huge influence on my guitar playing.
Love the sounds you got out of this 👍🏻 excellent playing mate
Thanks so much Chris, really appreciate that. Are there any videos you'd like me to make?
@@ScottPoleyMusic if you still use the line 6 M5, I'd love a walk through and demo of the sounds you get out of it
@@chrisbradshaw1593 Coming right up sir, I used it on this video as a matter of fact.
Excellent presentation- and your guitar chops too. Agreed- round wound strings do sound the best. 🎧
Thanks Steve 🙏 I may have bought a set of LaBella flatwounds in the US, looking forward to making a comparison video.
Excellent!
Thanks William
Thanks for this video
Thank you for watching it Antonio. Many more videos to come
Really interesting that Scott!
Thanks Ian, it's a great thing. I use it alot.
Not mentioned is the metal community, Loathe is a big one that uses Bass VI, and it sounds rad!
Not something I know a lot about. I will listen to Loathe right now, love metal, just don’t play much in that style.
@@ScottPoleyMusic Nice! Check out the album "I let it in and it took everything"!
@@fordjohnson1363 Yeah ! Not much love in metal music for the BassVI. I play one in my band QueenAres if you want to check it out. I know the bass player from Deftones used one on the Gore album.
@ScottPoleyMusic
Actually they use the Gretsch Baritone, not the Bass VI.
No hate to them but they and bands like them make finding decent reviews for Baritones very difficult. Rather than a good mix of possible things that the guitar can do they just put in screechy djent effects.
That opening tune tho! Gooddamn!!!
Yeah man!!! I want to do a proper love version of this. Scary Pockets style. Who'd like to see that?
Those Eastwoods are really great. I had one and it played and sounded awesome. I let it go because of the ergonomics (mine was heavy) and the first fret was fairly far away. Also I have a hard time coping with single coil hum. Been through a few more (Schecter, Gretsch) and currently have a OLP MM5. But those Eastwoods sound really good.
Agreed, it’s built with proper hardware unlike so many of the other budget friendly Bass VI’s
Bass vi is me practice. Honest like.. before the jog got beans.
Eric Haydock of the Hollies was the 1st full time bass player I recall that used a Bass VI. I don't recall ever seeing film of him using anything but the Fender Bass VI.
That’s awesome! He was a great player.
Jet Harris blazed the trail in the UK…
very quality content
Thanks so much Megat
Omg the new order thingy made me soo fucking happy I jumped up and screamed lol
Haha ace!!
Nice one Scott can’t beat a bir of Bass Vi
I love playing Bass VI. Do you have one Ally?
@@ScottPoleyMusic ...I do the aforementioned Squier with a Staytrem bridge and Mojo Lipsticks :) ...
Thanks dude, looking at getting a Schecter Hellcat, only bass VI they do at the moment but it's probably the best choice for me as a fan of The Cure. I think putting flat wounds on 6s is a big mistake and I've been reading through threads where people immediately lose interest as soon as they put them on.
I think having that brighter sound is what makes bass VI's sound great and allows the maximum versatility of a bass/guitar/baritone hybrid and you can really notice it at the end. Flats wouldn't do that song justice. Cheers
Brilliant stuff Benjamin. Schecter make consistently great quality instruments, you can't go wrong with them.
Interesting theory about flatwounds!! I guess it depends on the tone you're going for. For Cure style sounds, I'd definitely go for roundwounds!
Flatwounds make it only able to make good tic tac bass tones
Interesting Ethix, I’ve tried a few bass VI’s with flats (there’s a video of me playing a vintage one on my channel) - the flats have more to them than just TicTac, but I agree they’re very different. I bought a set of LaBella flatwounds on tour in the US recently and look forward to making a comparison video soon.
@@ScottPoleyMusic I can't get a sound out of my src6 that I'm happy with with Labelle flatwounds
Fair enough! They’re not to everyone’s taste.
What about as a stand alone guitar for rock? Also, your opinions as a beginner guitar? Thanks again my man, and keep up the good work!
As a standalone guitar for rock, I'm not sure that a Bass VI would be your choice instrument. You could certainly use one as your main bass in a couple of styles.
Beginner guitar - There's a series of videos on my channel about a Harley Benton strat, they retail for under $100, I bought mine used for £30 here in the UK. I'm pushing it as far as I can by using it at recording sessions and taking it on tour.
🤯
Hot damn!
Now I want you as my music teacher.
Haha amazing!! Thanks Ryan 👍
@@ScottPoleyMusic No joke! Do you do online lessons at all?
Absolutely! Drop me an email through my website. Link is in the description 👍
Tortoise use a Bass VI brilliantly in a lot of their songs. Check out I Set My Face to the Hillside!
Oooooh new music to check out! Thanks 🙏
Tortoise really introduced me to the instrument, amazing band
That "really good value" instrument of yours costs twice as much as the Squier. Even with the unnecessary Mastery bridge upgrade, and getting a CME exclusive color such as purple metallic or shell pink with matching headstock, you could still afford several sets of Labella flatwounds and still not have spent as much as you did. And it's a Fender/Squier. You made my decision easy. Thanks!
You’re welcome Sean. I have no beef with the Squier’s, they’re incredible instruments and you’ll have loads of fun with one.
For me, the Eastwood offers more of what I’m looking for in terms of reliability over many years, it’s been consistent and sounds great.
I’m not about to argue about which one’s best, they’re all great and the fact that you can get these instruments without having to fork out for an original is incredible. Have fun with your Bass VI and if you’re interested in budget friendly guitar videos, check out the Harley Benton experiment videos on my channel.
Very nice video and instrument, is it hard to switch to a bass vi like this from a regular 4 string bass?
Thank you Hunor, no its fairly straightforward, the string spacing is a lot smaller than a traditional 4 string. It’s very much a cross between playing guitar and bass.
What’s your opinion on using a bass vi in a 3 piece rock band occasionally? Using it in place of a traditional bass to maybe beef up guitar riffs but keep some low end. Also bass amp or guitar? I would like a little distortion so any advice? Sorry for all the questions lol
If it's good enough for The Beatles, Cream & Zeppelin, it's good enough for me 😀🤘 absolutely, I've used my Bass VI to play bass for a 3 piece rock band, super fun and really useful.
Bass or Guitar Amp - either! Depends what context, if you want to play regular bass lines, I'd recommend a bass amp. I used guitar amps for everything in this demo.
Distortion - that's an interesting one. If you're using pedal for gain, try a few out. You'll want one that doesn't suck loads of low end from the signal. That will obviously depend on whatever you're plugging into.
Do you think I should make another Bass VI video about tones / effects / playing techniques etc?
@@ScottPoleyMusic Please make a video of using different effects. I'm thinking of buying one as my beginner guitar. I am musically inclined and have learned several instruments, including being a self taught, by ear, drummer.
Certainly will do Adam. I'll add it to the list 👍😎
Hey man ...great playing .... one thing I was looking for is the amp ... I have the Harley Benton VI because of the price . I am very pleased with the guitar but I am playing through a Fender 25watt guitar amp ... do I need to buy bass amp? or a beefier 50 guitar amp ??? thanks
I used a Fender Champ 12 for this demo, it’s a very clean platform amp. For most sounds, you don’t need a bass amp, just a clean guitar amp that can produce plenty of bass / low end.
@@ScottPoleyMusic tyvm
I'd been thinking of an octave (down) pedal to get lower sounds out of electric guitar but this is pretty intriguing. Have you listened to Hound Dog Taylor? If yes, would this be a good way to get those low notes like Brewer Phillips did on second guitar? Or even lower notes?
I have heard Hound Dog Taylor, very cool, love his music. Personally, I like the sound of the low strings rather than a pedal, it just sounds better with an instrument designed for the low tuning.
What amp did you use to record this? That country sound was great
Hey Aidan, I used a redknob Fender Champ for the funky tune and my Little Walter 50 Watt for the rest of the video I believe. Any warm, clean Fender amp / amp simulator will give you that vibe.
That jam was epic...
Thanks so much, playing with Chris Howard is always a pleasure!
Nice presentation!
I'm wondering about neck width.
Playing exclusively 'fingerstyle' on bass and guitar I wonder how the Sidejack neck compares with Hooky?
I like the Hooky neck width but it's very heavy and it's pig ugly.
Anyone tried both?
Good question! I’ve not tried the Hooky.
I have a 2012 japanese Fender Bass VI, but really interested in getting the Sidejack VI. Any fret buzz issues at all?
Not with this one, it’s always been super solid!!
That Eastwood sounds great! My Schecter Ultra VI came with Grover guitar tuners, which were okay but like you say bass tuners work better but they wouldn't work on it, so I bought some Gotoh 510 21:1 ratio guitar tuners and the higher ratio and excellent quality of the Gotoh set helped quite a bit with stability.
Gotoh’s are just the best
I'm looking into bass vi alot lately mainly between schecter fender and eastwood i love eastwoods looks but I hear alot of mixed reviews on there instruments...
Honestly, I've had no problems with the Eastwood. I replaced the pots, capacitor and jack socket (the ones it came with were a bit flimsy), but apart from that, it's a cracking instrument. I've used it extensively in the studio and on tour with no issues.
@@ScottPoleyMusic i ended up forking out the extra money to get the hooky bass 6 besides it being a replica of the shergold and the hooky history i pretty much only play bass cause I have a hard time with guitar string spacing the hooky has a wide neck and uses heavy gage guitar strings wich is great for me just got it today and I love it
AMAZING!!!! They're killer basses! Congratulations on your purchase, you're going to love it.
I have 6 (lefty) EW's, going back almost a decade now.... what will I say? quality-control can be issue at times, but cust. serv. is top-notch; they WILL "make things right", whatever that entails, so you can buy with confidence, knowing you won't be "hung out to dry"...I have their "baritone", which is identical to the bass VI in this vid, but shorter scale; it is absolutely EXCELLENT, in sound, build quality....if I could find an EW sidejack VI, I would buy, but EW is not making them lefty, anymore!!
Oh no James, what a shame. Great to hear takes of excellent customer service.
I’m about to do some more experiments on this Bass VI - new video coming soon.
In traditional norteño music there is The bajo sexto that useS 6 pairs of strings ,I’ve been learning to play one recently the tuning on that is EADGCF can this be tuned like that and used as an electric bajo sexto? The thinner bossy would be a lot more comfortable
I think so Noe. I love the sound of the Bajo Sexto!
@@ScottPoleyMusic i checked at my local guitar center and the sales rep said they didn’t have any in stock but he told me it was basically the same concept but that they need a lot of up grades to make them sound good not sure if he maybe didn’t have much experience with them but they didn’t have one in stock that I could play around with so I’ll keep checking other places near me lol
You might find a Squier model Bass VI, they're great and pretty popular. Good luck 👍
How is the Squire version of this instrument? I HAVE TO have one.
The Squire's are great little instruments. The only reason I went for the Eastwood was that the hardware and tuners are solid.
The Squire's are excellent, but for me I'd need to replace the machineheads / bridge for the studio work I do. They're excellent little instruments though and available used for a good price.
Where do you get replacement strings for a bass VI?
Wow entendí todo lo que dijiste en inglés !
Isso é fantástico Mauricio
Everything I need to know is how to get one. Preferably in Lake Placid Blue. Anybody?
would this not also be a Baritone guitar? Or does it have larger guage strings on it?
It could be, but it’s tuned lower than a baritone guitar, with thicker strings and a longer scale length…
How hard are these to play if you are coming from a guitar? (A full scale P bass was not comfortable for me)
Not hard at all, they just take some getting used to.
hey, does anyone know of any current lefty VI options?
I don’t, does anybody else out there?
Little late, but Semie pronounced his name and guitar line "mows right". I think I still have a letter he wrote me after the fire wiped him out, making it impossible to get me parts for my '65 Venture model.
Oh no Ian - what a shame
@@ScottPoleyMusic To add to the tail, my attached neighbour had a fly-by roofing company crush the downspout at the front of the house. We came back to Toronto from Nashville and I happened to go into the basement. That Moserite was floating. It was the only guitar on the floor of the basement. It was ruined. At least the case is covered in mould...
Great video man. I want one of these things so bad. My bank account disagrees
Oh man, you'll get there man! So glad you liked the video and I hope it offers some useful info for you when you do come to get one!
Lol I own a bass vi they are really nice I'd highly recommend them
Chris Brown - you're clearly a man of excellent taste!
It may sound shallow but, unfortunately, only the vintage creams are available now and I truly can't see myself inspired to play an ugly instrument!!! Can I have yours?? you've really sold me on the model since an honest and talented set up tech is hard to find w/out raping my pocket. Cheers thanks for the excellent but all too brief vid.
Haha mines not going anywhere 😂 knowing Eastwood, I'm sure there will be more stock coming in the not too distant future. They make a few different models of Bass VI too.
@@ScottPoleyMusic Do they really? I've only seen the Sidejack VI so far after poking around a bit. I was seriously ready to get the Squier VI until I noticed the consensus difficulties with tuning/intonation and I would def prefer something higher end to avoid future difficulties. Their site only shows the one model... hmmmm. Anyway, thanks for the response and Happy New year to you and yours! -D
Okay, to further bend your ear... The TB64 is a 6 string bass/guitar hybrid or no? Have you done a review of these (loving them, btw- nice work)? What do you think about the switch placement? They look a bit "Accident prone". Cheers
It is a Bass VI - for my taste, I'd wait for a sidejack. No wierd switches,
what kind of strings uses ?
Currently Roundwound D’Addario EXL156 - I have some La Bella flatwounds that I can’t wait to try.
Oh, great ...
The Bass VI basics. 😛
Nice!!!
That introductory piece sounds like “Sissy Strut-meets-Chameleon” or something.
Here’s an example of my attempts (dating fro, 2019) to play the Fender/Squier rendition of the Bass Six more like a bass with a “tenor extension” than an instrument trying to be both at the same time. My main complaint with it is that the pickups could be wound tighter for more output.
ruclips.net/video/slezdUB7yiI/видео.htmlsi=lwdvc6h9bG04pBnZ
Cool!!
_And the world and the world and the world..._
Am I missing an obvious lyric reference here??
whats the amp for this mate?
Hey Rod, I used a few amps for different parts of the tracks but generally any Fender style amplifier will give you the sound.
@@ScottPoleyMusic thanks mate!!!
Which brand is this?
Eastwood
Go to 2:15
Kummeli
I prefer Lapsang 🤘