3 INSANELY FUNKY Slap Bass Solos That Will Change Your Life

[@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!

[@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

[@painlesstragedy]

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

[@htx_resell]

Lol dave504

[@heygek2769]

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

[@painlesstragedy]

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

[@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^^^

[@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? ;-)

[@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!!!

[@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 🎸🎶

[@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

[@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

[@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

[@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!

[@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! 🙂

[@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

[@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.

[@Paxmax]

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

[@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

[@christianranger4938]

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

[@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?

[@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.

[@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.

[@gordoncraig6852]

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

[@robertforgaci9427]

my fav part is the final.. 10 years ago playin like victor.. you did improve a lot.. even if you were a beast already no matter how good we think we are.. we have always room for growth keep growin beautiful people, never stop practising

[@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.

[@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

[@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...

[@ttbo12]

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

[@JjayJrn]

I’ve had 504+ years of bass experience so thanks to you and Davie for influencing many younger bassist out there- much loves🎻🎶

[@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

[@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

[@sh4rkbayte]

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

[@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

[@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.

[@jamesdellaneve9005]

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

[@RachelSings21]

Jealous!!!!

[@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.

[@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 :)

[@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

[@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.

[@AttilaThebung]

Ida Nielsen's tone is just incredible

[@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'! 😎

[@quantumechanical]

You have become my favourite bass player on YT.

[@NutClutter]

Ever heard of DAVIE504!?

[@eksentrysyti]

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

[@Cuzjudd]

Unsurprising

[@2bright2see]

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

[@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!

[@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.

[@matthewskillo8577]

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

[@Mikedeall22]

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!

[@AbleAnderson]

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

[@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!!

[@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

[@mariorogell7947]

Even 10 years ago you played too freaking awesome

[@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!

[@bigmamajama2829]

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

[@TuSevun]

I've seen Victor and his brothers in concert a handful of times. They blow the roof off every single time. Victor with Bela is just as fun too.

[@azas118]

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

[@vherus]

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

[@jornisoutdoorwelt3529]

Cool , a Lefay Bass . I am living 25 km away from the manufacturing company . They have an incredible good quality and reputation . Nice to see this :-)

[@lifeoff-road280]

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

[@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.

[@paulgtarist]

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

[@beerandbarrechords8035]

That fact i found out about Charles from a Davie video and now he's playing Davie's solos but better, is kinda mental. Charles is the new bass boss.

[@cybergus18]

Charles has more technique!

[@oscarguiraogarcia3471]

Tappp,s King.

[@dominikweber4305]

Yeah charlie is the master of youtube bass now

[@RorySinn]

Davie is amazing but from the start Charles was always better in a more trained and technical sense. It's music though so it's all good at that level

[@SteveDAgostino]

Great rendition of Davie's solo. As much as I love his playing, I have to say, your tone is the best of anyone I've seen on YT.

[@SKPetel]

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

[@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

[@flamerollerx01]

I definitely consider Davie's solo better than the other two, but your version actually managed to top his!

[@sea4136]

Nah davie's is better

[@Cruuzy]

@@sea4136 you are incorrect

[@sea4136]

@@Cruuzy its just my opinion dude calm down

[@mehshutup3041]

@@sea4136 yes but your opinion is wrong

[@sea4136]

@@mehshutup3041 ur late

[@pjhoury2072]

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

[@GeometryDash835]

when you let the music fill you up, you also notice the amazing filming and editing he does

[@ericmyers1501]

The last one was the easiest funky one for me to understand, your good. Thank you

[@noahcosijns7318]

I need Davie and Charles to write songs for each other to be covered.. the funk slapp and the mesmerising tapp is the best combination EVER

[@INDAmedia]

Yeah, big mental health improvement over here!

[@jordanneal576]

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

[@Mahlercougar]

01:43 - 01:51 was Totally HARD, incredible and totally funky! and you played it with ease!

[@Booker775]

All of them were absolutely great & thanks for doing this for us all.

[@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!!!!!!!

[@johnsanko4136]

I identify as Davie's.31 subscriber. But Wooten is just a monster, and I love hearing his solos, and those who cover them.

[@guitarreviews]

I honestly think that Charles is one of the best, if not the best bassist out there!

[@andrewtorney9734]

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

[@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!! 👏

[@RC32Smiths01]

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

[@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.

[@Elcosmicstar1]

Personally I prefer your versions, more style, smooth just simply lovely.

[@snickpickle]

I want to know how you all do the low notes plus the 5th fret harmonics so cleanly! WOW! I've never seen that technique before. I would love to see a video just on that. Clearly there must be some kind of way to push down on the lower string while keeping that finger above where the harmonics need to be played. Just a fantastic video all the way around! I'm jealous: You get to show off some of our century's (and last century's) best bass players, then play their stuff, adding your own twist to them. Mad respect for all of you!

[@joshdecario986]

In my humble opinion, there’s no better bass player out there than you, Charles. Your technique is ridiculous - so clean and precise. Your musicality is really creative - by far my favourite channel.

[@Bobby007D]

Seriously , out of 7 billion people , you really think you've heard them all ? There are many , many players you will never know about , out there !

[@Libanass]

Your rendition of You can't hold no groove is absolutely phenomenal! 🔥🔥🔥 (not the one in the end of the video of course 😂)

[@aleismasanchez]

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

[@marcinpuchalski5602]

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

[@bigjohnson3721]

Brother....I'm very impressed with every solo . I started at 15 with a f hole hollow body cheapo bass . Les really impressed me and I started slapping and popping....I think you could replace Les in a second . I hope he's watching this and is shaking in his boots.....lol Kudos , your rig sounds amazing , so clean yet rich .

[@jonkarlos3405]

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

[@fakeemail3255]

Loving Ida. Awesome!

[@lexmirnov]

2:10 a delight for ears

[@russellbyrne7021]

How is he not over a million subs yet? This man is the man.

[@KeithElphick]

Great technique, Fantastic technique, but more importantly and very pleasingly, you are very natural and practical in your presentation and dialogue that doesn't' frighten people away. Also, nice to see that British people can be ultra funky too. Love it.

[@jaroslavkohout7743]

I liked the last one ... Nice surprising harmonies ... :) ...

[@michtarragon4665]

I've been playing bass a long time and I'm still awful at it. Watching these videos makes feel like my dog watching videos about quantum physics. It's so out of my realm of understanding I can't wrap my head around beginning to be able to play like this.

[@bigmamajama2829]

I used to think I was a good bass player when I was in my prime, other bass players would tell me that anyways, but this dude, I mean it's beyond words. I'm still in bass kindergarten compared to this guy.

[@nullbaby]

Ida just grooves so hard!

[@farfaraway4285]

Yesss, finally, I was looking for this video where you cover the SLAPP. It’s so interesting to compare you two. Take same amount of talent and put it into totally different circumstances and we’ve got you two. To me you sound the best when you play together. But I would love to see a colab where you are together live and just compare techniques. Davie could use someone to pull him out of his comfort slap zone and experiment a little. Every time he threw bit of tap or even rare harmonics into a song it sounded beautiful. We need more of that. You would be great for that job. And he seems to be that kind of a guy who gets better with every new technique. God, you two could change the world! It’s a shame you’ll never gonna see this but just in case you do, I’ll leave it out here. Here’s to new Victor Wooten and uh, whoever Davie resembles the most! 😊

[@wvkoi5675]

The hammer-ons at 2:12 are spectacular!

[@dentonfender6492]

I like Ida's look, leather gear, and 70's flight sunglasses--- very cool!

[@soumenganguly6029]

Your all solos are just amazing man...great job

[@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 😆

[@davidsheppard4884]

Firstly.....Love your Bass tone! Especially for the Ida take. 🔥 The Ida Nielsen solo has a nice sexy slow groove, but I sometimes feel Ida (slightly) overdoes it with the ghost triplet action. Don’t get me wrong, I dig triplets.... and that is really picking at straws because she is a gun player! But the Davie504 groove is always on point, and the combination of slap and finger is nice. And yes, his tone is usually pretty tasty too! Nice work! 👏 😎 👌

[@jb1139]

Man, I really need to learn how to slap and pop properly. These so satisfying to watch.

[@wheeler6768]

You're easily one of the most underrated bass players on KZbin