3 INSANELY FUNKY Slap Bass Solos That Will Change Your Life

These three SLAP solos are ridiculously funky! So of course, I had to play my own version of them 😎 Remember to TAP like and subscribe if you enjoyed this!
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Victor Wooten: • You can't hold no groo...
Ida Nielsen: • SLAP BASS - Ida Nielse...
Davie504: • S L A P P
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0:00 World Problems
0:26 Victor Wooten
1:21 Can't Hold No Groove
2:40 Ida Nielsen
3:40 I Play
4:50 Davie504
5:37 SLAPP But Also TAPP
7:25 Massive Throwback

[@CharlesBerthoud]

Which solo was your favourite? 👇🏻

[@Nathan_North]

Hey Charles! When you change the tuning on your bass do you tune the strings up or down?

[@CharlesBerthoud]

@@Nathan_North Depends on what tuning I'm going into. I generally just go for whichever one is closest and try not to tune up too high coz I might break the strings 🤣in that case I'd just put thinner strings on.

[@-Bishop-]

You need to play more Les Claypool basslines! (Ida Nielsen's was my favorite)

[@sesclaytpoop8525]

Play some live bass solos by Billy Sheehan

[@grizelda4526]

Ida all day!

[@greengonzonz]

My favourite part was when Charles played the bass.

[@qinanmc1118]

Yes

[@nautilusmagellan7263]

That was cool.

[@smithmcgruder5110]

I liked it better when he was talking

[@joefudd]

And he made it sound better than who he was copying.

[@mikemorrisonmusic]

THIS^^^

[@souvikchatterjee7400]

Charles plays a funky bass solo Me: This is therapeutic

[@CharlesBerthoud]

Funk therapy 😎

[@thesadfather1239]

@@CharlesBerthoud funkapeutic

[@jameschristiansson3137]

@@thesadfather1239 funkadelic forever

[@souvikchatterjee7400]

@@CharlesBerthoud yes absolutely

[@raymundoaustria5821]

@@CharlesBerthoud i don't even play bass i play guitar lol

[@murphymoe753]

I've had 50+ years playing bass but can't get near you ever especially your speed... BRAVO is not enough ...you are one of the few top bassists 🎸🎶

[@Offroadtherapyadventures]

I'm 48, no musical background, I struggle with mild PTSD, excessive TBI, blast over pressure, concussive events...etc, etc, etc... symptoms from almost 20 yrs of military service....had a brush with music therapy in a TBI clinic to help me progress....always wanted to learn how to play the Bass Guitar, Primus, RHCP (FLEE) and funky Jazz lines hit me. I have found a new outlet and you sir, are an inspiration. Love watching all of your content...now I just need to buy a decent Bass. My son plays (regular) guitar and cant wait to surprise him at some point with a funky bass line one day while he is practicing. Keep CRUSHING it! Love watching the finger work you have!!!

[@andririki1298]

Charles trying to be Wooten 10 years ago is still a lot better than me trying to be Wooten 100 years later in the future

[@potatodog7910]

Not to be perpetuating a stereotype, but I don’t think dead people are the best at bass.

[@Keirubiel]

@@potatodog7910 I laughed harder than I should have at this

[@haraldpettersen3649]

andri riki - Just practice regularly, and I think you're ready for Wooten`s solos much much sooner, a few years should help my friend. Think how long Wooten has been playing, he has done nothing but play 👍👀

[@JD-kf2nz]

Yes if you don't practice. No if you do. "Man this guy that practices a lot is so much better than me who never practices".

[@zacksguitarhacks6390]

Really cool that he posted that part.

[@tylerap1]

I've played guitar, principally, for over 39 years and yes, the world needs more bass and has been suffering quite extensively during my lifetime. I am so glad for players such as yourself and Dave504. You've been helping the world, as well as my family and I thank you!

[@finnvanderbar3935]

We also need more guitar solos these days

[@truefaithinthenewlaw]

@@finnvanderbar3935 ufile.io/x3wamxmf here's an outworldly solo from me that sounds cool in reverse too.

[@thefleastones-official8538]

Lol dave504

[@heygek2769]

@@truefaithinthenewlaw ain't nobody downloading random files, upload that shit to youtube or soundcloud

[@truefaithinthenewlaw]

@@heygek2769 that's not a random file that is a legit site I already tested the link.

[@tubularguynine]

Vic Wooten was with Bela Fleck at the first 'BayFest' in Mobile, AL, in 1995. I was right in front of the 1 ft. tall 'stage', about 3 ft. from Vic, and was AMAZED for their whole set!

[@MightyFineMan]

The Davie504 solo you did was so incomprehensibly clean. But with all the solos, the longer I think about your technique the more impressive it gets

[@micahturner6239]

Really cool of you to showcase the little guys like Davie504. Your an honorable chap. 👍🏻

Davie504 is easily the Victor Wooten of this generation.

[@robertwellsrawbass1249]

Haaaa

[@Anythingidontreallycare]

@ no way

[@12D_isME]

@ nope, he's the first and only Davie504 and This channel is the first and only Charles Berthoud

[@thegreenstache6163]

@ nope

[@definetelynothere2798]

Without Davie, not many people would know who charles is- mad respect for these 2 youtube legends

[@tetraedri_1834]

Without Davie Charles wouldn't be what he is today. He started pump content quite a lot after the initial kick boosted by Davies videos, which has really paid off

[@definetelynothere2798]

@@tetraedri_1834 tbh Davie and Charles are the perfect duo

[@FelipeAndrade10]

Yeah I remembered when I saw Charles for the first time on a Davie video, he really stood out from the other Fiverr bassists

[@-danR]

But Charles has too many piano in his house. _OH_ em gee...

[@vervetech9395]

Both of them are pals. Challenge videos are mostly not serious, just meant to boost views on both sides

[@nigel900]

As a musician myself, I can certainly appreciate the skill of great players like these… but I also temper it with the realization that most of the greatest songs ever composed were relatively simple. Food for thought… 👍🏻

[@snickpickle]

Actually, so many of these songs *are* simple -- just played at a virtuoso level! 🙂

[@christianranger4938]

What I am more impressed about is how you have mimicked each bassists tone on your 1 bass. Great job dude!

[@grizelda4526]

Awesome to feature Ida! One of my favorite funk masters, I don’t think she gets enough recognition.

[@CharlesBerthoud]

Yeah she's underrated. I guess she used to be mostly a session player which can make it harder to become well-known.

[@Gallienkrueger1]

I saw her a year and a half ago in Prague. Go see her live. I was blown away. She was so nice after the show as well. Signed stuff and talked to people.

[@CharlesBerthoud]

@@Gallienkrueger1 Most truly great musicians I've met are also great people. I think the many years of practice and dedication humbles them.

[@BassByTheBay]

@@CharlesBerthoud What's your excuse then? Totally kidding, Charles! 😁 You seem like an awesome dude.

[@D4veXe]

@@CharlesBerthoud You mean the gig with Prince, right? ;-)

[@gordoncraig6852]

Your Victor Wooten cover was amazing, you used so many different techniques flawlessly. You're some player 👏

[@2bright2see]

Posting videos of him 10 years ago, just to prove he is not an alien from planet BASS !! GOAT

[@speedyplays2006]

I didn't use to pay any attention to the bass, but then I found your videos and I've been binge-watching ever since. You are so good at what you do and now I am even considering learning the bass. Keep up the great content!

[@andersoncrouse7728]

Highly recommend it!

[@CharlesBerthoud]

Your comment pretty much summarized the goal of my channel 🤣that's great to hear!

[@akmadsen]

One of us! One of us! :)

[@letsgojake.4078]

Go get a bass, dude.

[@strawberrybleach5782]

Ooooooooooooo on 9ol

[@Paxmax]

This amount of bass funk in one video is a fire hazard. Well handled.

[@ojmanl542]

Impeccable timing, and so clean! I’m hooked! Much respect sir.

[@ttbo12]

The tapping adds an amazing dimension to the instrument. I could listen to this all day.

[@B-lord360]

Legitimately can’t believe Victor Wooten is real that guy has unchecked levels of funk

[@Tuvok_Shakur]

that is a great way to put it lol

[@walterbrazil231]

He pretends that it's all difficult then nails it perfectly . He's trying to be humble but he's really just saying he can play anybody's lines no matter how difficult . His IQ really shows , Amazing talent and blessed soul .

[@dexterj5615]

that's why he's the only clickbaity youtube bassist for me.

[@yuhkami_]

@@dexterj5615 bad day?

[@aarond5173]

“Me trying to be victor 10 years ago”. Clip at the end is the best!

[@marke.haller4267]

Charles knows his music, knows his audience, and is indeed a performer. But that smile in the middle of a groove - that's the real deal - no faking that. Slap on son.

[@bassanup]

10 year old Charles was the best part 💖

[@joefudd]

He was better as a kid at it than I ever was as an adult! Frustrating to one's ego, namely mine! LOL

[@-danR]

But the piano. Not enough bass. _Oh_ em gee. I'm talking over his Minecraft account and deleting it...

[@MrStrangeSensation]

You know you're a good bass player when you can embellish and improvise over a legendary Vic Wooten song and actually have it fit and sound good.

[@paulwhetstone0473]

Beautifully done! Without exception, your versions are more musically satisfying.

[@roundedges2]

Nothing like funk with a British accent! Love it. That's some proper funk, mate

[@dropsnooze5274]

Holy shit, your version of I can't hold no groove has blown me away. It really caught me and I felt it could go on vor ever. Absolut remarkable job. Outstanding Sir, outstanding

[@Guitarshredder559]

As an alright guitarist that loves shredding guitar solos.. I have never been so jealous of the bass until I heard you play It. 🤘

[@ronjones-6977]

Yep. I sent a link to this to my son, the "guitar" player.

[@kendellroney1154]

You, Charles Berthoud, are an amazingly talented and blessed bassist, I love and appreciate your gift and how you share it with Bassists the world over!

[@richardmceachern1511]

The Victor Wooten one was the most special one to me he's a good friend of mine and you did a great job nailing his style, and the others also too but wooten's was the most favorite. Riki Navada

[@grantmorgan4508]

Hats off in admiration for the innovators playing their unique styles and expanding the world of bass, but I'm always blown away at how Charles seems to play a clearer, cleaner version. Charles, you are a monster talent and a pioneer the instrument of BASS. Eleven out of ten from me.

[@BuckWezr]

I'll see that 11, and raise you 12!

[@robertbutler6613]

This.

[@veiledAutonym]

On one hand, he has the homefield advantage. It's his video, his studio, and you're comparing him to these older videos ripped from youtube or wherever else. On the other hand, Charles is an *incredible* bass player and producer, and better at sound engineering than some pro sound tech's I've seen. I don't know what black magic DAC he's got, but even the best audio equipment won't save you if you aren't also an amazingly clean musician.

[@JMRZ212]

true xd

[@HeinGoemans]

I agree.

[@dannychoriki1977]

Davie's wink after he played "THE LICK" slayed me.

[@cellocarlos]

You're right, I didn't notice that at first! Lolol

[@KingsUndone]

LOL! I didn't realize that either. FFS.

[@classicguitar4900]

@@cellocarlos 00000

[@TortlOdum]

Ye, he knew exactly what he was doing, that man is an absolute meme king XD

[@claussaunte2303]

Amazing dude! You have surely improved! Comes with dedication which you obviously have and practice!

[@SKPetel]

haven't touched my bass in 12 years, you make me want to dig it back up.

[@jamisonw.327]

Davies solo was my favorite. Sometimes letting that offbeat silence cement the funk is the best sound above how technical it is. Loved your interpretation of it too, your bass guitar always sounds so clean.

[@INDAmedia]

Yeah, big mental health improvement over here!

[@bigmamajama2829]

I like the Davey solo, just so much grove and melody, and your version was quite unbelievable.

[@walterbooker2823]

Dude all of them were mind blowing. I love your style of playing. You are incredible

[@MauricioLJ]

Man, you’re a BASS monster!! I’m planning to start playing the bass within a few weeks. Thank you for the inspiration!

[@F20ization]

Yes he is. I suggest you also to watch video of DAVIE 504 and you will be inspired by both.

[@brink2961]

How's the bass playing going?

[@daviedood2503]

Hey man its been half a year are u any good yet

[@quantumechanical]

You have become my favourite bass player on YT.

[@gimmeurcoin7448]

Ever heard of DAVIE504!?

[@eksentrysyti]

@@gimmeurcoin7448 OP said BASS player. Not Drummer/Memelord.

[@Cuzjudd]

Unsurprising

[@p4our587]

I sure did like it! Thank you, for sharing!

[@blito5349]

You made my day!! Great selections! Can't have enough bass funk!!!

[@AttilaThebung]

Ida Nielsen's tone is just incredible

[@RC32Smiths01]

I'm a simple man, I see Funk Bass, I click!

[@wilfredomendez3450]

Delightful mate and thanks for sharing 👍

[@hydeane]

I like your playing and tone best out of all of them, hands down! awesome stuff!

[@climbingac4135]

This davie guy is pretty good at bass for just starting recently

[@light5891]

Amazing physique man , can I make like this at home lol

[@climbingac4135]

@@light5891 thanks, if you have a pull up bar for sure, that's all you need to get started

[@mulberry8882]

Davie as in Davie504? Dudes been playing bass for a decade+ lol. Not super recent.

[@al_00009]

@@mulberry8882 woooosh for you

[@raoulbakker1287]

That little smiley at 1:40 just had me in tears for no reason at all, whenever i lease expect it they appear

[@CharlesBerthoud]

The funny noise can really turn your day around

[@arthuravagyan4066]

That's the timestamp when I paused the video, tapped like, and continue enjoying :)

[@FunkadelicFlea]

Dude, you killed 'U can't hold no groove'. I know how hard it is to play songs, let alone solos from the great Victor Wooten. That guy just breathes bass!!

[@raymundo5044]

All of them are great ... Outstanding work ...

[@sh4rkbayte]

Absolute savage. I love how you "enhanced' Davie's solo. Pretty incredible!

[@azas118]

It's great to see the difference between 10 years ago Charles and current Charles

[@paulussantosowidjaja93]

Lovely, you've made them more interesting and catchy. Cheers, Charles!

[@dougitoonsdesigns]

Brilliant. Loved how you really made each cover your own. Superb.

[@jamesdellaneve9005]

I’ve seen Victor live 3 times. He’s a great player and a great person.

[@RachelSings21]

Jealous!!!!

[@devonmoore9152]

The slide at 4:21, the attention to detail with the camera work, I am going to have to take a break for a bit after that, unbelievable. Thank you so much for doing these. You are definitely a top dude.

[@Askelad23]

You inspired me to practice again. Thank you!

[@kenwiltshire7834]

Your so enjoyable to watch and listen to. I like all three.

[@mikedeall]

It's hard to say this about Victor, but you definitely improved all three of the solos with your own touches! If you aren't in the top 10 bassists of all time I'll eat an old hat!

[@jollkki4317]

Honestly, all three have something special! Wooten: phenomenal groove and that "funn(k)y noise" you do gets me every time! 😁 Ida: really compliments your ability to play clean and tight. 💪 Davie: fun and catchy. And of course 'the licc'! 😎

[@fakeemail3255]

Loving Ida. Awesome!

[@jonkarlos3405]

My life is being changed by these magnificent funky bass solos. Great plating!!

[@matthewskillo5320]

I love Ida's triplets/percussive notes... smooth.

[@mariorogell7947]

Even 10 years ago you played too freaking awesome

[@RobyHaw]

viktor's soul and energy and flair especially that single stop note on the end of the first bars tho is soo satisfying. Your takes are perfect to the T. mesmerizing. I subbed.

[@drawderecneps]

Charles, you are awesome I loved them all

[@aleismasanchez]

We need more than one like button for each part of the video.

[@vherus]

You make it look so easy! Congratulations on all of your effort paying off, you are an incredible musician!

[@richardbywater5204]

Charles I love your channel,thank you so much. I don’t even play the base, you’re a true inspiration. Keep going champion.

[@shabzstarchintu1211]

That last video you showed of you 10 years ago! That video has given me hope!! looking at you play today...mind blowing. you are amazing!! 👏

[@paulgtarist]

Dude you are the best bassist I've ever seen or heard, hands down.

[@francisvaughan7867]

This is the 1st time listening to you I genuinely must say your amazing! I don't say this lightly I've been playing for 40 years (drums) taught by the best and amongst brilliant musicians so I believe I can say, the way you changed davie 504's version was laid back made to look easy love it thank you!

[@raynic1173]

Charles, all your interpretations are supreme.

[@lifeoff-road280]

Dude, that last solo...speechless. I never knew a bass could make some many different sounds!

[@clarke1]

You should try doing a top hardest extreme metal bass lines. I'm always astonished on how the extreme metal bassists play so technical and fast

[@Hheretic]

👏🏻AGREED! 👍🏻

[@aponcapone]

Obscura

[@kostazarikos3383]

@@aponcapone and beyond creation

[@sadbassist9651]

Viraemia

[@David-qn9wu]

All sounds pretty hard and tough and metal and raaaaaaahh and yawn, seriously unimpressed listener.

[@Meowman-ct5ql]

This video is literally Charles flexing on all these other bass players and dear god I love it

[@JonHop1]

Thats every video.. All Charles does is play the most complex s*** using pretty much every single bass technique known to man lol.. TBH, I prefer more simplicity in Bass.. Even using just 1 or 2 styles can make some of the coolest riffs, rhythm's and melodies. Watch Alain Caron D Code.. one of the COOLEST bass lines and then when a band comes in on top, its just magical. Just 2 techniques needed.. Slap and pluck.

[@xant8344]

I cant wait for the day someone flexes on Victor Wooten

[@basstheory9384]

@@xant8344 That day will never come 😆

[@321Roost]

Mind blowing dude! Amazing!

[@beginnersboatingandfishi-mn2yu]

I think the Victor wooten solo was my favourite. So funky. I honestly think you are better than them all ! My bass deficiency is no longer after watching this and my mental state has definitely been lifted lol!

[@marcinpuchalski5602]

If Charles says he has improved you immediately know something epicc is about to happen

[@rudolfo963]

This brings back some memories! My wife, my son and I drove from Toronto to New York at the last minute to attend this event. I remember seeing Victor's performance and all the others as well but the only other performer's name I can remember now is John Patitucci. Victor's drummer, who had done quite a few gigs with Shania Twain and her band, made the comment that for him the scenery playing behind Shania was much better than behind Wooten.

[@wjniemi]

I am absolutely changed. Thanx, I needed that!

[@tonyrapa-tonyrapa]

Loved it.... bravo to all!

[@a.sigala3220]

Holy funk! You're an incredibly skilled bass player! Thank you for sharing this content!

[@buch3r]

Man all three of these were badass. I’d love to see you do a funkier version of Stu Hamm’s Linus and Lucy or maybe slap version of Teen Town by Weather Report!

[@svenhellqvist4614]

I think Stanley clarke does slap teen town

[@UnequalTemperament]

@@svenhellqvist4614 Stanley might. I know that Marcus Miller does.

[@nemonbuckery5512]

You're awesome and Victor and dave love you guys!!!!!! Thanks.😂😁😀

[@RangeMaster1050]

Cool to see some old footage of you at the end. Gives us newbies some hope of progression.

[@lexmirnov]

2:10 a delight for ears

[@garywillacey9979]

Ok, the Victor & Davie really did it for me, I loved both those grooves the best! I am going to say, you are probably the WORLDS BEST BASSIST right now! You seem to be able to do it all. You deserve HUGE recognition for your style, skill & tone, you play beautifully. Please teach me. AMAZING!!!!!!!

[@andrewtorney9734]

It's fun watching you and Davey having light hearted digs at each other. Also, love the base of course.

[@franciscosedeno5868]

Great solos versions. Amazing!

[@purebloodedpatriot9352]

I didn’t even realize I was lacking deep base grooves until I started watching your videos. Now every day without a base groove is like a day without sunshine.

[@Zetsuke4]

Love it

[@jordanneal576]

Victor Wooten came to my high school. He played for us and talked about Bass. I met him very briefly.

[@playbassken]

That absolutely shreds! Nice work!

[@AbleAnderson]

Seriously, bass needs more role models like you making it cool and showing ppl how amazing it is

[@pjhoury2072]

Between you and Davie, I get all the inspiration I need to work on my playing.

[@DonnaRobinson]

I'm a retired pro drummer. I've worked with some great bass players in my time, but you are fantastic. Very impressive. How about a Dixie Dregs tune? !

[@caritas3015]

OMG! I thought I was the only Dixie Dregs fan remaining alive! So great to hear their shout out! So cool brings back a lot of early eighties memories.

[@stephensmith2992]

Amazing stuff. Love your versions.

[@drew1467]

My favorite vid of yours BY FAR!! So glad I discovered you a month ago!