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Bass Guitar For Dummies |  | Author: Patrick Pfeiffer
Publisher: For Dummies
Category: Book
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Rating:  68 reviews
Media: Paperback
Edition: 2
Pages: 360
Number Of Items: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.2
Dimensions (in): 9.1 x 7.4 x 0.9
ISBN: 0470539615
Dewey Decimal Number: 787.87
EAN: 9780470539613
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Product Description
Updated with the latest bass guitar technology, accessories, and more The bass is the heart of music. So leave center stage to the other musicians-you have more important work to do. You can find everything you need to dominate bass in Bass Guitar For Dummies, 2nd Edition. You'll get expert advice on the basics, like deciding what kind of bass to pick up and which accessories are necessary and which are just nice to have. Plus, you'll get step-by-step instructions for getting started, from how to hold and position your bass to reading notation and understanding chords, scales, and octaves to playing solos and fills. - New coverage of slaps, double stops, de-tuning, and fretless techniques
- New musical exercises as well as updates to charts, illustrations, photos, and resources
- Includes bonus CD with audio clips of all the examples in the book
Whether you're a beginner picking up a bass for the first time or an experienced player looking to improve your skills, Bass Guitar For Dummies, 2nd Edition is an easy-to-follow reference that gives you just enough music theory to get you going on your way fast!
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Showing reviews 1-5 of 68
 The Holy Bass Bible August 11, 2003
Jeff Velez (Brooklyn, NY United States)
47 out of 49 found this review helpful
If any of you Bass Players are like me, You have been purchasing book after book just to end up in the same (or worse) situation. Stumped, trying to connect point A to Point B. Some books don't make points clear enough for you to understand things like, Proper warm up techniques, building major, minor scales, modes, chords, playing solos, playing in odd meter, understanding sight reading, the importance of timing and how to achieve it etc etc. If you tried to tackle any one of these subjects chances are you have a book collection large enough to rival the NY Public Library...(I know I do) Bass Guitar For Dummies is like the book all books were derived from. All of the topics I mentioned (and some I didn't) are discussed in a clear orderly fashion. The book goes from the basics to the more advanced, A definate reference guide even for the Professional. Just Starting on Bass? Well, this book is the book for you as well.....(I wish this book was out when I started!!) "Bass Guitar For Dummies" will lead you to the proper road to success. I suggest every one who is serious (or just curious) about bass playing, pick up this most incredible offering by Performer, Teacher, Composer "Patrick Pfeiffer" Hey, what do you have to lose? If you want to play with the big boys, you need to arm yourself with the proper tools........I recommend this book to all.
Outstanding Book! September 4, 2003
Michael J Ruel Jr (West Milford, NJ United States)
21 out of 22 found this review helpful
This book is absolutely FANTASTIC. It takes the "mystery" out of the awkward start up period ("How do I hold the bass?" How do I tune this darn thing?") and then quickly digs in to keep the reader interested. Think you are too "good" for this book??? Don't be fooled by the title! This book is quite useful for players (like myself) who've been around the muscial block for a while. Patrick is a very gifted instructor and his talent and love for the instrument, music, and teaching shines thru on every page. Even if you are an advanced player, the sections on musical styles, advanced scales/arpeggios, and creating grooves can always help. Patrick teaches you valuable skills that you need to survive on the job and get MORE WORK. (Plus the "Bassists/Drummers to Know" section is a MUST read!) It is obvious that Patrick knows his stuff cold. He is a bountiful resource for Bass Guitar instruction and his writing style and quick wit keeps you interested. I can't recommend this book highly enough.
Great Resource, especially for Beginners November 12, 2004
tjw (Issaquah, WA United States)
20 out of 21 found this review helpful
Dont let the name fool you. This is not the usual "For Dummies" book. This is a fine starter for anyone wishing to learn (or improve as) a BASS Player. It's up-to-date, well written, easy to follow, and packed with great info. The companion CD helps make the lessons & concepts easy to follow.
Best bass book I have found for beginners and more January 19, 2005
Charlie San Miguel (Houston, TX)
20 out of 21 found this review helpful
When I decided to pick up bass, I did some research and bought 10-15 different books, including books on scales, books on grooves, getting-to-know-your-bass type books, etc. Without a doubt, this has been the best book I have found. It's the most comprehensive, yet easy to understand, book I have come across. The book is written by an expert and the advice and exercises in the book are excellent and well explained. Highly recommended.
Essential Book to Learn Bass April 18, 2006
Shawn W. (Austin, Texas)
17 out of 18 found this review helpful
This book should be coveted by all who want to learn how to play the Bass, as well as by those who want to strengthen there knowledge.
I have had this book for over a year, and I have also purchased other book, DVD's & scoured the net for information on playing the bass. This book is heads and shoulders above any other resource I have seen. My playing and knowledge of the Bass, skyrocketed after getting this book.
Do yourself and your listeners a favor. Get this BOOK.
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