BASS Solo In WHIRLWIND TUNING

[@dave597]

0:00 to skip the talking at the start

[@CharlesBerthoud]

Saved me so much time thank you!

[@MuhammedGemci]

So, now we got two legends? *EPIC*

[@maks886]

Charles putting talking at the end: checkmate!

[@tyronebiggums3981]

@@MuhammedGemci there is only one... Epic... U know what I mean ;)

[@tyronebiggums3981]

It's hin... Because he is slepping without a slapp

[@CharlesBerthoud]

I’m deeply sorry about all the talking at the end of this video. I’ve gone to extreme lengths in an attempt to cut down on my notoriously long podcasts, even going as far as to practise John Cage’s “4:33” 40 hours per day, 8 days per week. But no matter what I do, the urge to ramble on endlessly for several seconds is too much. I just hope you can forgive me for this 😢.... Trust me I'm funny

[@jameschristiansson3137]

Anyone who plays bass as well as you do needs no forgiveness. Go and sin some more.

[@vineelkondapalli1198]

two set!!

[@nighthalfling9519]

Sure

[@Shamanmanwow]

I mean Joe Rogan already has the 2-3 hour podcast slot, competition is impossible to beat

[@robertwellsrawbass1249]

CharlesBerthoud this song is so greatly talented that I have no choice but to forgive you

[@Casperlova]

This man’s becoming unstoppable. Someone stop this madman 😟

[@fredsgatan4b]

Madlad

[@anz9214]

Once he get HOLY TAPP, he become INVINCIBLE

[@hobbygrg-eudaimoniastudio]

No, we need a composer like him.

[@razakavonisonmandresy5280]

The Order davie

[@vsevolodalipov4375]

I don't want to

[@ihara1826]

Just who play bass for a time, knows how difficult is this level of tapping, and how hard is to get clean notes like that. It's certainly a inspiration, such a great talent!

[@DanneoYT]

As a guitarist, bass strings are THICC, I can't imagine tapping them like Charles does

[@alphagt62]

You can bet the ends of his fingers are hard as rocks! And you can also bet the bass he’s playing has a super neck on it, that rings much easier than any cheap dime store bass, new strings helps too. But Charles is a Prodigy! A rare talent, a musical genius! I wish he would be like Geddy Lee and start a band of equally talented musicians, and turn out about 40 albums of magic!

[@Nick--Name]

@@alphagt62 i want it too

[@davidandcookie7648]

I actually thought it was the type/weight of the strings that had the most affect on this?

[@jessejordache1869]

It's probably got a really tap-friendly setup. Having tapped a bit when I was starting to know what I was doing, I could never pull-off: I always had to give the string a bit of sideways friction.

[@robertwellsrawbass1249]

Charles Berthoud mind set when making a bass video..”if someone can cover this bass line..I have failed”

[@sesclaytpoop8525]

And they still sounds quite good

[@nightmaremythos4679]

*Davie504 enters the chat

[@thoroniirealoelon9520]

Nightmare Mythos I mean Davie is a slap master but he’s not as well rounded as our boy Charles davie seems a bit lost when he taps

[@laelmilum6433]

@@thoroniirealoelon9520 Davie's tone is better and Charles might as well just play a piano

[@ryanmccue8180]

Nah this guys tone is great besides Davies great but clearly not on the same level but why compete when they have 2 different styles/ audiences

[@Mivsan_NT]

That was so sick. Your playing and composing skills are incredible. I was compelled to TAP that like button, even though your speech was super lengthy.

[@CharlesBerthoud]

Thanks for tapping like even despite that 🙏🏻

[@Clarkfamilyorchards]

In the first 30 seconds he’s done more than I’ve done in the first 30 years of my life. 😰

[@UFO314159]

Practice 40 hours a day and you can be as good as he is.

[@fil_c7895]

@@UFO314159 lmao

[@amranwarelnoury6358]

@@UFO314159 Thanks I'm doing that

[@UFO314159]

@@amranwarelnoury6358 You're welcome.

[@utsavgo2331]

after 2 years, I keep coming back here. That's the best bass solo I have ever seen

[@zimgaming1397]

Same to me

[@dadathor90]

When the video started I thought I was watching it in speed x2

[@maxhaibara8828]

Me too 😂

[@acarp5]

The way he plays is just so clean and refined. That's not just something anyone can pick up, this shows how hard work beats talent by a country mile imo

[@quahsayjye]

This is like Bach + AC/DC

[@franklinmendez5467]

Totally agree!..!

[@davebk1031]

Whirlwind with "Thunder!"

[@stefanomorbidelli8878]

More like Chopin + Dragonforce.

[@jorgechartier]

Bach + Tool for me

[@hybridwafer]

Those who said Bach, can you refer to a piece? I find his music to be quite different but I'd enjoy to hear something that sounds more like this.

[@nunes1907]

You guys should think about doing something like Satriani (G3 concert), but with bass!

[@CharlesBerthoud]

Have you ever seen SMV? That was the closest thing so far.

[@nunes1907]

@@CharlesBerthoud I didn't know that, because I play soprano 6 string bass... :-) But it would be nice to have you, Davie and Flea on the same stage!

[@josedpogi]

stu hamm's love thing?

[@nanasglass]

There's bx3, its Jeff Berlin Stu Hamm and Billy Sheehan

[@KhordLizardMage]

They did one in 2007. It was Jeff Berlin, Stu Hamm and Billy Sheehan.

[@dinonumic5063]

It's impressive how you still have that classical note while playing the bass. One of the best bassist I've seen on you tube. Nothing can stop you!

[@m4r_art]

One of those rare channels that has "kept a soul" most content on internet these days has a "lootbox vibe"... whereas your videos legitimately bring me back to better times where content on KZbin was stuff like Canon Rock and Zack Wylde doing guitar solos. That was my teenage time... all the way back in 2005....

[@m4r_art]

@@konsolidated thx I meant it xD

[@diabeticmonkey]

Those days were a true golden age for young musicians like us

[@ethanlocke3604]

My brain can’t handle playing in nonstandard tuning

[@CharlesBerthoud]

You have to be very persistent with it. It goes against all your instincts at first, since all the intervals have changed. But if you're prepared, at first, to put in about 3 times as many hours practising any given song, you can do it!

[@thekatskid9053]

Can't seem to play in standard tuning anymore as it's just too simple.

[@honkytonkinson9787]

I know really! I haven’t gotten bored with standard tuning yet.

[@mrknarf4438]

@@thekatskid9053 I wouldn't say it's a difficulty problem, you can always explore new techniques and improve your playing. But different tunings open up so many possibility, once you start doing it it's hard to stop.

[@gemyellow]

@@CharlesBerthoud when 40 hours per day isn't enough anymore

[@hugobelley2407]

Merci!

[@davinchaffin6839]

Dude you are so talented. You almost take a classical approach to this instrument

[@CharlesBerthoud]

I played classical piano before bass!

[@davinchaffin6839]

@@CharlesBerthoud I have played piano for 12 years (I am almost 16) and I am getting my first bass for my birthday

[@CharlesBerthoud]

@@davinchaffin6839 Congrats! Hope you enjoy it 🙌🏻

[@AlanMonasch]

CharlesBerthoud Did you play jazz piano as well?

[@matthewv789]

CharlesBerthoud It shows! 👍 I’m usually not a huge fan of “tasteless shredding of classical or pseudo-classical excerpts as fast as possible” but that’s not what you do... yours are really tasteful and interesting, and musical beyond just being show-offy. Definitely a big thumb’s up from me (with a mainly classical double bass and piano background). My tastes in bass run toward Mikyung Sung (so much expression and such phrasing!) but what you do is awesome too. Approved!

[@Jimbowlcoach]

I’ve been blessed to find your music during the pandemic. You have evolved your music so much, and I have enjoyed watching you do it! Thank you again!

[@ElEspacioHaro]

I see tap, I tap like

[@fknstr]

When my friends tell me what a great bass player I am, I show them this video. What the hey, I'm not a bad bass player. Lol Charles you're truly amazing. You give me lots of ideas.

[@robertnagy3942]

i hope one day my children in school will learn about Charles Berthoud in music history class as the best bassist of all time

[@degreplayspiano]

I am not a bass player but i listen to a lot of music since 30 years, and i can tell you that i have NEVER seen a bass player good as you. You are so musical in everything you do, and you give to the listener the sensation that you can do whatever you want with your instrument. Thanks for what you do.

[@whataguy7032]

Have you thought of doing a strictly bass version of "thunderstruck" by AC/DC? The last part of this solo reminds me of it.

[@CharlesBerthoud]

Check it out! kzbin.info/www/bejne/nHqxfJyJh9N3fa8

[@kevinjones5560]

At 2:40 I thought that was what he was going into..

[@whataguy7032]

@@CharlesBerthoud You are a bass GOD!

[@mevana81]

simply speechless ... ... speechless. cant stop starting all over again ... listening to it for at least 25min now ... talking at the end ? its your clip and your information you like to share with us... thank you again for everything !

[@duchi882]

Sounds like a background theme for a Mysterious Character in an RPG game

[@Sam-ep2yo]

Charles Berthoud has challenged you to a battle! Charles Berthoud sent out Alakazam!

[@iseuls]

Now that you mentioned it. Hmmmmm

[@prajwalvs1659]

@@Sam-ep2yo And it mega evolved !

[@IronDugi]

Dear Charles. Your music speaks. There will be no compliment describing the freshness you provide us with each composition you write/play/produce. "Extra talking" or not, your presence here on youtube during these days is a breath we need and the inspiration to a new generation. Please keep doing whatever you decide to provide us with cause your art is undeniable, indescribable, and full of emotional balance. P.s. Be aware you inspire Trombone players to Tap like as well ✌️

[@igorzaprzaa7129]

Strenght of these fingers is incredible... just moments ago I was having fun with my bass, tried to come up with tapping lick just to see if I can and I can barely write a comment now. It hurts.

[@gabelanz9188]

I'm just impressed you can continually create original music so complex. I try and think about how to even start with my instrument, Viola, and my mind just blanks out....

[@Chach1001]

1:45 That is a lovely sound, more of that please, that is 👌

[@broshmosh]

Agreed

[@sesclaytpoop8525]

Best part imo

[@themarxband]

yup

[@chonkchonk9521]

Agreed

[@BringTheRattitude]

Best youtube comment 2020 wow how poetic amazing your comment is better than the video can I get your autograph

[@lehandron0]

Very nice melody and playing!

[@aidanryanmusic1537]

Hey Charles, I just wanted to let you know that you've become one of my favorite KZbinrs and bassists in general. I found you through Davie504, but since it's like you've evolved and become and entirely separate thing. I love you, keep doing what you're doing!

[@alexeykornev349]

At least someone still plays Bass here and makes such an inspiring videos (not just speaks about bass endlessly)! Charles deserves more subscribers. I wish I could subscribe one more time and tap like each time I watch this video. It's really amazing!

[@zymiusr]

THIS IS FIRE! Can't get enough of it, repeat button here we go! Would be better if you'd talk less though.

[@CharlesBerthoud]

Sorry about that 😔

[@leroypoggu]

CharlesBerthoud it adds character perfectly fine

[@mazooni7228]

Is the talking thing a meme I don't know about cuz everyone is saying it but there is only like 30 secs of talking at the end lol

[@zymiusr]

@@mazooni7228 What are you talking about saying only? It's 30 WHOLE SECONDS! (yea it's a meme, but Charles specifically has a condition where he can't control himself from talking too much)

[@leroypoggu]

My Name he talks with bass

[@davidhrahsel5089]

I don't think it would be an overstatement to say that you are one of the best bass players out there... Never before have I tuned in so much to a yt music channel and this being one of the 3 channels that I've subbed...Big fan🙋🏽‍♂️

[@RC32Smiths01]

Dude these tunings are so out of the ordinary, it's quite inspiring! The music and kinds of possibilities you can do with these are infinite! Cheers for the work man!

[@CharlesBerthoud]

Thanks! Yeah, alternate tunings definitely bring out harmonies and melodies you wouldn't otherwise write.

[@RC32Smiths01]

@@CharlesBerthoud Definitely my man!

[@guitarheaven1747]

Often when I see people perform solos without any background music or anything, it usually tends to get technical as hell, but then loses all the good tone, it's cool to watch, but not that great to listen to. This is one of those instances that fits both technicality and musicality perfectly together, and what a masterpiece this is! Bravo Charles!

[@jerredmiklowcic]

That was awesome. Good shit dude.

[@philippbikanau108]

Charles is so musically potent it is just incredible. Please keep it up, your every video is a delight

[@SolSlayer]

Honestly, so glad I subbed to you. Pure talent and hard work. I no longer consider you "the guy who battled Davie" But rather, an epic, virtuoso bass player and song writer in your own right. Of course, you've been that all along, I just didn't realize at first.

[@jasssper]

WOW!! This is probably one of the most impressive bass pieces i've heard. And you also composed it yourself? Amazing!!

[@TheMinecraftimos]

Sounds like an Ichika Nito song but on a bass. No doubt Charles' face is there when you look up the definition of talent

[@subarnarekha2122]

Its mostly skill not talent. Dont neglect all his years hardwork by calling it 'talent'.

[@TM-nv4sd]

You are becoming a fucking legend. Every time I watch ur videos, u seem better then the last time. Absolutely legendary man. And let’s be real, we all know ur better then Davie🤫

[@zakschenck1443]

Still waiting on the Le Fay Charles Berthoud signature

[@brianmills5302]

How have I missed this? Supersonic, I love it, your songs have a way of taking me places, thank you.

[@saltpot]

I absolutely love your original composition. This is beautiful! As a constructive suggestion, try using less visual editing (the zooming in and out to the rhythm, the glowing, shaking, etc) with your original compositions? These effects have a hype-ey and sort of comedic effect that doesn't fit as well with a lot of your incredible compositions. Please keep up the awesome compositions!

[@HIVEMINDxMusic]

Bruhhh you deserve millions of subscribers with skills like this

[@Pashmotatoe]

Davie504 needs to stop this man. Jk he can't. Charles is just way too good imo

[@suikerpapas7830]

They are both different where davie is better in slapping and charles is better in tapping

[@emirkagantuygantuygan5376]

Pieter Visser lets be honest charles is better at slapping too

[@Leilight]

For me Davie is RHCP but Charles is Dream theater.

[@AnyaKittyMeow]

davie is just for the memes. which makes him a good entertainer and presenter. charles is the better one technical aspects

[@moagoo5714]

I agree with Emirkagan. Charles can do anything Davie can. Davie can’t do a lot of what Charles can. I can do less than 0.01% of what either of them can.

[@ChuloDavidcito]

Among the many great things you play, this piece is spectacular!!

[@MariaVlasiou]

This was mesmerising, and I know literally nothing about bass (I stopped pronouncing it like a fish only a month ago...) Would it fit the general nature of your channel if you would explain somewhere any basic notions every now and then? For example, what is going non- standard with the tuning here? Having said that, I would happily live not knowing if I could listen to such a piece on a regular basis. Mesmerising.

[@RobFlaxMusic]

Maria Vlasiou I can help with that last one... the usual tuning for a bass is EADG. So having the lowest string be a B instead is... a mindf@ck. B to E makes sense, and that feels “normal-ish, but the wrong interval in the wrong place.” Then E up to B is a fifth, and that’s weird, and then another E again (again, a normal-ish interval, but transposed.). In other words all the strings are drastically different from their normal notes, and the interval between the strings is also messed up. On top of that, you’ll notice the tuning mentions a fifth note, F#. This is achieved by changing the highest string with the special extra gadget installed on the headstock, that allows Charles to instantly tune the string up a step (from E up two semitones to F#), with precision. This is, again, not the normal note for that string (usually it’s G, so we’re still a half step off), and now the spacing of notes between the adjacent string and this one are also fifths. Basically this is the weirdest possible tuning that sounds good.

[@denniswalsh8476]

6-8 months ago I didn't know this style existed, now I think it's amazing. I now know there are multiple artists that play similarily. Charles has to be near the top of that small group. Gets more amazing every time.

[@Julian-fy6si]

I have legitimate anger when I think about the fact that Charles, ichika Nito and Luke Holland or someone don’t have a band

[@Brent-jj6qi]

Charles clearly doesn’t need a band

[@fraupoppy]

I love it when in takes concentration and active listening to understand what is going on musically in a piece. Here we go, once more

[@mittenz4219]

That opening tho

[@gabrielesalini2113]

Very impressive and sound good.

[@genghiskhan9586]

You should do a collab with the fiver pro Dmitry Lisenko and call it twopros. Like if u guys agree😎

[@johndunne3609]

Standing ovation maestro. Whenever I feel I’m getting better I watch this man and go yeah oh boy.

[@Divulsus]

This song could be a full on movie intro. However if this song would be the intro to a movie I'd stop watching because no way the movie can top it.

[@FusionKush]

The madman did it again with another great Bass Solo that never ends. Keep up the great work dude!

[@craftyman]

1:37 "TAP LIKE".... as if that is a required prompt...

[@Jimbowlcoach]

One of your best! Thank you!

[@helix1012]

Indeed magnificent, as Davie would say it "EPICO"

[@some_other_guy]

Idk how I missed this when you posted it but better late than never I guess. WOW!!! All your vids are great but it's always your original pieces that sound the best to me. Your style is just so unique, I love it.

[@LieutenantX023]

Imagine he tried the tuning C-A-C-A instead of C-G-C-G

[@raphaelmichon4999]

Jeeez, am laughing just because I'm french...

[@LieutenantX023]

@@raphaelmichon4999 wait what?

[@raphaelmichon4999]

@@LieutenantX023 caca means poop

[@LieutenantX023]

@@raphaelmichon4999 ok. But that was Just a recommendation bass tuning that i said.

[@WafflesASAP]

This is freaking unreal. What a time to be alive, eh? One of the best players in the world is creating and sharing absurdly gorgeous pieces of original music _with us_ on a regular basis. Awesome =)

[@johnkennethm.bacongallo9225]

Davie:Slappers Charles:Tappers

[@Ardzog]

Totally awesome. You combine technique and harmony with perfection

[@AndrewT34pot]

It sounds like Davie504 the anime

[@ciprianioanceatra8576]

Slap!Epic!

[@fartvader84yearsago8]

Your playing is so smooth, it stole my hearth and I didn't even noticed it.

[@mr.thomas6348]

*Looks at guitar* Why can't you do that? My guitar: Three words: No Effect Pedals. Me: You don't even plug into an amp. Guitar: Fair enough.

[@hakonericson6279]

Legit some of the craziest bass playing I’ve ever heard. Amazing 😱

[@ellionluxemburg2311]

I'm truly speechless....this is an INSANE! way to play bass.

[@imalex82]

Man, I hope once this virus scare is over (stay safe), some great opportunities open up for you to tour. It would be AWESOME for you to do a series of videos from the road, and maybe livestream shows you play. Your holy tap is more than KZbin alone can handle!!! I hope you continue to throw in these more serious videos with the funny ones-we all love them both. Anyone else who’d be on the front row of a Charles Berthoud show like this comment (if you’re still reading...)!

[@jasonfalk1517]

That's really cool, you've got the bass mastered! I share your videos with my friends, your subs should be in the millions.

[@TiltCntrlz]

This is absolutely amazing! 10/10 really makes you FEEL like tapping.

[@elijahmthompson2313]

This song deserves a name... not just "Bass solo in whirlwind tuning." Very nice composition sir.

[@boatsandbitsandbobs]

Well over every known limit. Congrats. Really mastered your bass playing. Respect

[@sal8082]

You are a beautiful soul Charles... Continue to make your beautiful and wonderful music. Peace from Sicily.

[@thorodinson7996]

Between your videos and being sheltered in place, I've been inspired to pick the bass up again after a lengthy layoff.

[@stugotz28]

That was incredible. It isn't just random tapping to be fast, its melodic and beautiful.

[@MattAlexan]

This solo is EPIC, Charles!

[@brianhedley5139]

Must admit this is an amazing track. You truly are talented.

[@andreanthon]

Simply amazing. That's what i call quality music! Sounds very good, congrats.

[@joelspaulding5964]

You continue to raise the bar for inspiring and generally Effing awesome.

[@elithetallguy]

Very fast and melodic tapping! I absolutely love it! 😍

[@boozeontherocks]

Another Great video Charles. I love the work you put into them. Thank you!

[@BlackCat-64]

Not only the technique but the sound is amazing 👌

[@emersontorresamorim]

Wow that is beautiful Charles, you are an unbelievable musician my friend. Congrats!

[@daughtermedicine123]

love the way he plays, its so magical

[@michel0dy]

I had to sit through all that talking in the beginning but it was worth it! This solo gave me goosebumps, incredible work Charles!

[@ashmitsingh6995]

'Tis a lovely thing to watch Charles play his bass solos. Keep the originals coming!

[@timbennett7604]

Holy chord progression Batman! This is impressive on more levels than I can count

[@bmeds413]

Can't believe you actually use your pinky to tap in bass..... really a madlad. That's some supreme motor skills right there.

[@congerscott6064]

Absolutely unbelievable Charles, thanks for the great playing and video 👍.

[@sumitdas9428]

Gotta admit it Charles you are one of the best bassist i have ever seen👍

[@ZIgnorantProdigy]

Honestly. KZbin needs a lot more people like you. As in when I click a video I get the thing I wanted to see. Done amazingly, done better than I expected. I don't need to see 10 minutes of the same meme humor every damn video.

[@tomholton235]

Duuuuude! Super technically impressive but immensely listenable! What a beautiful piece. Also such a great tone even when fast tapping. 👏 👏 👏 epico

[@DiaboliCkification]

one of my favorite peaces from you. thank you for inspiring. 😊😊

[@marconicolini386]

Really nice bass take... Is really amazing how natutural it all seems to come to you.

[@Rubixmagic314]

There is something so satisfying about your tapping. Sounds amazing!

[@ViktorSarge]

Backing track is progressing from just metronome duty to part of the arrangement. I like it! You could easily add a little precision, a few notes of something or a pad and mix your solos as full fledged tracks.