Who was the BEST Metallica Bass Player?

#Shorts #Metallica #Bassguitar
Check out the full video, "Was Cliff Burton really the ‘GREATEST’ Metallica bass player?" 🔥👉🏻 • Was Cliff Burton reall...
======================================================================
GET MORE BASS TIPS 👇
_________________________________________________________________
🙌 Be the first to know - SUBSCRIBE now → bit.ly/sub-to-...
🔓 Unlock your FREE trial to transform your bass playing → bit.ly/3fXt4cI
ABOUT SCOTT’S BASS LESSONS (SBL)
-------------------------------------------------------------------------
As the largest online bass education platform in the world, with an ever-expanding course library and 40,000+ active members, Scott’s Bass Lessons (SBL) has everything you need to master the bass, all in one place.
Featuring beginner level bass lessons, engaging courses from expert instructors, step-by-step development curricula, direct feedback on your playing, real-time mentorship from A-list bassists and a thriving and incredibly supportive community, SBL is the perfect platform to uplevel your bass playing, whether you’re a total beginner, or an advanced pro-level bassist.
Try SBL Membership today! → bit.ly/3fXt4cI
RECOMMENDED BASS PLAYLIST
-------------------------------------------------------------
Catch up with SBL Content you’ve missed:
➡️ • SBL Full Video Playlist
#bassguitarlessons #bassforbeginners #easybasslines
LINKS
--------------
Tune in to our Weekly Podcast:
🎧 sblpodcast.buz...
Explore our FREE courses:
🎸 freebasscourses...
Try our FREE GrooveTrainer App:
📱 scottsbassless...

[@mikeupchurch8782]

Newstead is an incredible bassist. James refused to let him shine. Listen to Flotsam and Jetsam. The band played around him.

[@devinebass]

Newsted certainly showcased his talent in different ways throughout his career. It's interesting how different bands and dynamics can bring out various aspects of a musician's skill set. Keep exploring and enjoying the music! 🎸🤘😊

[@nostalgicrhythms8668]

Newsted gear up metallica to the another level. ..

[@thomasobrien4707]

He wrote the riff for blackened

[@gagereiter8631]

Hammerhead

[@Eng-yw3qq]

I agree, but cliff is on another level

[@gbenselum]

Cliff died as barely a kid. All the other guys were pro way before Metallica.

[@razzmatazzduck]

Yes. Cliff had an entire life ahead of him and was already the band's biggest influence in terms of musicality. If he had survived, I believe that the band would've evolved so much more as they carried on, and there's no saying just how legendary cliff could've been as he aged.

[@misfitwookiee3177]

Barely a "kid", but the superior songwriter and arranger. It was him that caused Metallica to relocate to the Bay, after all.

[@gbenselum]

I meant that age wise. He was a monster at his age and he died too young. Both Trujillo and Newsted were already pro when joined the band.

[@misfitwookiee3177]

@gbenselum Gotcha. Cliff was advanced beyond his years, mostly due to his attitude of "either I like it or I don't", which greatly influenced his writing. And I love Newsted and Trujillo independently of 'Tallica, especially after meeting someone who knows the Trujillo family. Nothing but love to you, bro. ❤️

[@jamestown57]

Cliff was best and Robert is a close second

[@joshuamorris3951]

Watching Scott and Ian go at it each other about who was the best Metallica bass guitarist of all time takes me back to the lunch room and band room of high school. My vote also goes to Cliff, but good Lord Jason got beat up trying to fill his shoes. So, I respect Jason as well.

[@devinebass]

🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@trigonometrisk]

”Crab Man Trujillo”

[@scamster71]

That had me cracking up. lol

[@devinebass]

🦀🔥

[@justjarvis106]

Is an amazing guitarist

[@Metalholic210]

"He barely owned a bass!" 😂😂😂

[@VgoRob]

I love Cliff but my vote goes to Trujillo. He is the most well rounded and skilled player out of all of them. I loved Newstead's energy.

[@SoulKingBK]

Most skilled, he can’t even play anastasia (pulling teeth) correctly. His version is slower and has less notes. If we’re comparing skill, if you can’t play something another person can play, I think you lose hands down. If you don’t believe me, search it up and compare cliffs live version in the 80s to Trujillo’s tribute.

[@michaelmireles7411]

@@SoulKingBKmore notes doesn’t equal more skill

[@JanilGarciaJr]

​@@SoulKingBKoh yes, more notes, THE qualifier for measuring the skill of a bass player

[@Shutupyoubird]

Cliff was the best.

[@SomeRandomPangolin]

​@@SoulKingBKhe plays it his own way dumbass, cliff would be proud of Rob for being inovative and playing that song hos own way, plus cliff never played it the same way twice, there is no wrong or right way to play it

[@jackbeardsall9597]

Newstead was ‘the’ guy !

[@Werdna247]

Cliff, Jason and Crab Skywalker. Love them all

[@billclintonstolemygirlfrie5516]

NEWSTED ALL THE WAY!!! His vocals are insane live

[@jasoncotter3518]

I can't believe you said that about Trujillo!?!!! I thought maybe you were educated,??? Seasoned??? A worldly man???? But it's not the first time I've been wrong in my life!!!!!!! Look at infectious grooves suicidal tendencies, the man's a beast!!!!!!

[@SoulKingBK]

He’s good, but not better than Cliff

[@geraldfriend256]

@@SoulKingBK Just as good technically to me. But Cliff was an innovator and a beast so I personally prefer Cliff’s playing.

[@devinebass]

We appreciate your passion for Trujillo's skills dude! Different opinions make the music world exciting, and we're all about celebrating the diverse talents of bassists. 🎸🤘😄

[@redrickschuhart4065]

newsted of course. the energizer.

[@devinebass]

🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@sierravalleyandharborjunction]

All three of them have amazing skills… all three have great personalities…. All three bring different things to the game…. Everyone has their own opinion….. however there is no dispute that this band would not have gotten where they are today without the influence of Cliff…. They would not have been able to carry on the way they did without Jason…. They have been able to keep a great thing going with Robert……

[@copernicus808]

Jason is the man!

[@horstvazinksi3408]

Trujillo is my personal favorite!

[@devinebass]

A beast for sure! 🙌🏻

[@mfcc1084]

Newstead was also my fave Metallica bassist.

[@tetsusiega2]

“ITS JUST SO FUN PLAYING THIS KIND OF MUSIC!” -Bob Rock

[@devinebass]

🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@sushipop9448]

Jason never got a fair shake

[@devinebass]

💯💯💯

[@joeywilliams2675]

Cliff burton was crucial for Metallica. If he would of lived who knows what would have been created. But Rob Trujillo is a bad dude. I loved what he did with suicidal and infectious grooves. I think his talent is lost playing with Metallica. New stead is more of a fit for Metallica. For the bass work needed for the song. But Rob is a great bass player definitely one of my favorites

[@devinebass]

You've summed it up well! Each Metallica bassist brought their unique flavor to the band, and it's awesome to appreciate their individual talents. Rock on! 🤘🎸😄

[@J-RAD_notAnNpc]

Cliff is a fucking legend and nobody could play like him. Jason is good too but there was only one cliff, and we didn't get enough of him at all..

[@HDArtzy]

😂😂 this convo is genuinely so funny

[@devinebass]

🧡🧡🧡

[@mjolnircarlssen4211]

I liked Jason Newstead, personally, but enjoyed Cliff, too…

[@maycassidy]

A good drummer friend of mine is a huge Metallica fan, and Rob is "He-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named" in his household 😂 Cliff is respected, but I've talked about Jason with him more than anything.

[@cmroosen]

Cliff for his creativeness and unique style. Newsted and Trujillo do a great job playing the parts of Cliff live, because it’s futile to perfectly try to mimic/recreate his parts, and impossible to achieve technically and especially emotionally.

[@devinebass]

🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@misfitwookiee3177]

Sorry, I have to quote my friend on this deba: "When Cliff died, they buried the wrong Metallica members." Cliff was the heart and soul of Metallica, as evidenced by the output post-Cliff. "...And Justice For All" was the last of the Burton-penned songs, and post-Burton was more simplistic than prior Metallica releases... leading many to suspect that Burton's classical influence was primary to the Metallica "Big Four" sound. Once they shifted to a pop-centric metal sound, it didn't matter (to them) who played bass. Especially since they hadn't truly mourned Cliff's loss. Jason was a remarkable bassist in that he retained his sense of self in the midst of Metallica using him to mourn the bassist integral to their songwriting. Jason is amazing, doesn't matter if in F&J or Echobrain. I wish that his bass was louder on AJ4A, but I'm grateful for what he's contributed no matter if his compatriots agreed. But Cliff is the main songwriter that gave Metallica fans what they truly love. Robert Trujillo needs no justification; his legacy was cemented before he joined Metallica. But Newsted needs recognition for post-Metallica work and Lars needs deflating.

[@charlescowan6121]

Ya know before the fatal accident that took cliffs life, he, hetfield and kirk where talking about canning Lars after the tour. They definitely wouldn't have been the same after that.

[@devinebass]

Your friend makes some passionate points about the different eras of Metallica and their bassists. It's clear that each member brought something unique to the band's evolution, and fans have their own favorites based on their musical preferences. Music is a journey, and it's great to appreciate the contributions of all the talented musicians involved. 🎸🤘😄

[@charlescowan6121]

Rob! Metallica had the same sound for quite a while. He brought into the group what he had learned from the many styles and acts he had been part of.

[@Trey-jl9ru]

Love Cliff. Fucking love him. But for me it's Jason.

[@mac6624]

I think cliff, newstead and trujillo are all great bass players and great replacements from cliff i wish they gave jason more of a chance to shine and all he was a skilled player with a pick and was great he deserved more

[@vara_v]

Newstead guy ✋🏼

[@CavemanWithAStringStick]

Honestly. As a Metallica fan, Cliff. As a bassist Trujillo Burton Newsted The bass tech The guitar tech Rock McGovney

[@devinebass]

Thanks for sharing your ranking! It's great to see how different aspects can influence our preferences as musicians and fans. 🎸🤘

[@williamwinn948]

for me it was Jason.

[@devinebass]

🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@XanBcoo]

Trujillo is one of my favorites ever, but mostly because of Infectious Grooves

[@peterjanjanin9883]

Yup!

[@trippy_dragon8726]

As a newstead enjoyer i can confidentially say that the reason as to why he was always the butt of many jokes back then was because he was constantly overshadowed and treated like s*hit by the rest of the band, while cliff on the other hand was praised because of how "good" he was as a person. Bassists themeselves usually have the reputation of being considered usless or lazy, and even tho this is not a certainty, Metallica for sure contributed to that idea because no one inside the actual band gave any credit or value to their respective bassists overtime, all of them except for "good guy clifford". Even tho he was a way better bass player than lemmy from mötorhead, he's got the same reputation, he's good because he's famous (and edgy), not because people genuinly care about his actual bass skills.

[@PrahaPilsner]

Top 3 albums? Master=Cliff, Lightning=Cliff, Kill them all = Cliff. Nuff said. 🤘🏻

[@devinebass]

Les Claypool is undeniably a phenomenal bassist with his own distinctive style. It's interesting to consider the different paths musicians take, and each one brings something special to the table. 🎸🤘

[@frankpfau9054]

burton forever! my hero since 1984… but newsted during flotsam and jetsam…

[@devinebass]

🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@rickyzoe1]

Lars said it himself “if Trujillo was around at the begining, maybe Cliff would not had been their guy” That’s saying a hell of a lot about Trujillo.

[@cloudmaan4035]

Trujillo for me.

[@devinebass]

🔥🔥🔥

[@peterjanjanin9883]

Robert Trujillo because he was in Infectious Grooves

[@1bls]

They have all been great in their own way. That being said, the answer is obviously Cliff.

[@endocry]

All 3 are amazing

[@scottswanson4293]

Scott got seriously offended about mcgovney comment hahaha haha listen to that voice crack 😅made my night! Thank you

[@jaycielle]

Strong arguments for Burton, Newsted & Trujillo - the other two are literally footnotes in bass player terms

[@devinebass]

You've got a point there! Burton, Newsted, and Trujillo have certainly made their mark in the bass world with Metallica. 🎸🤘 Thanks for sharing your thoughts!

[@Shred_The_Weapon]

Uh oh, cat fight!

[@devinebass]

🤣🤣🤣

[@logangaymer7739]

I love them all!

[@yeshuaislord3058]

cliff and newstead

[@Redphantom-dt7vo]

Cliff is one of my Major inspirations but Trujillo is also SIICK

[@devinebass]

Absolutely! Both Cliff Burton and Robert Trujillo are incredibly talented bassists who have made their mark in the world of rock and metal. It's fantastic to have multiple sources of inspiration to draw from in your bass playing journey. 🎸🤘😄

[@odeituazon3967]

🤘Cliff Burton🤘

[@mikehudson1123]

All were good , but Cliff really made Metallica sound sooo good

[@jazzmachine]

I got to see his last show at Hammersmith Odeon.

[@devinebass]

That's awesome dude! 🤘🏻

[@timothya.olmeda7299]

Cliff was the most inventive and influential of the bunch, all before the age no more than 24 years of age, which is phenomenal. Of course the others had more time to develop their skills and style than Cliff, but that does not at all make the others better. None of them stood out like Cliff did. Immediately you can hear Cliff do his signature and unique style and recognize it in just a few seconds. As for the others, not so much.

[@devinebass]

Cliff Burton's influence and unique style are indeed legendary. He left an indelible mark on the world of bass playing. It's fascinating to see how different bassists can shape a band's sound in their own distinctive ways. 🎸🤘😄

[@catvoncrimson666]

I like Trujillo better in infectious grooves.

[@bradley7013]

We’re going to have to do a over haul on the cliff haters for this to be a real bass channel

[@glaceonus]

I must be a metallica fan because i knew all of those names.

[@CommonsenseMK]

Cliff

[@thurmanwilliams7961]

Jason is my bass guy.

[@zubrhero5270]

I personally think the best Metallica bass player is... _(somebody busts in playing the live version of Orion)_ Right... for that, my vote goes to Trujillo, because he looks cool AF.

[@devinebass]

🤣🤣🤣

[@CalvinDieker]

Cliff on top 💯💯

[@SoulKingBK]

Well put sir

[@devinebass]

🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@davidfox7983]

Like the new guy.. Rob

[@wesleyoneal1176]

Newsted was a lot a lot a lot of people's guy. I love cliff as well but I mean the other guys surly carried their own weight.

[@devinebass]

🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@blakeelliotfischer9427]

Trujillo and newsted 👍

[@devinebass]

🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@bskitchenriffs6522]

I've never heard Trujillo actually play anything tasty or melodic, ever. I know he's good, but where are the videos?

[@astrokratov_official]

Les Claypool) havent made in past the auditions, but he is better, than anyone, who ever got in Metallica.

[@devinebass]

Les Claypool is undeniably a phenomenal bassist with his own distinctive style. It's interesting to consider the different paths musicians take, and each one brings something special to the table. 🎸

[@codyknudtson7851]

Jason was huge, his consistent playing and presence was the feeling of hem becoming a huge entity. Rob just sounds sloppy to me.

[@devinebass]

Everyone has their own preferences when it comes to bass players, and it's great to hear your perspective. Music is subjective, and what resonates with one person may not with another. Keep rocking to your own rhythm! 🎶🤘😄

[@adamgomes538]

This is the funniest KZbin short from Scott lol.

[@devinebass]

🤣🤣🤣

[@peter10245]

Cliff was a Bassplayer and not a low End Mercenary which only purpose in Metallica is to boost the Guitars like Rob.

[@hondawilky]

Jason Newsted watching this: 😑😑😑

[@devinebass]

Sorry Jason! 🙈

[@wamyola]

Newstead.

[@ceesdirks9507]

Les Claypool

[@ladywilhelminabass]

This is like adults talking about old snes and mega drive games

[@devinebass]

🤣🤣🤣

[@leeland446]

Ha even the production crew got in on the debate😂. Love it

[@devinebass]

🧡🧡🧡

[@leeland446]

I gotta say you guys have one of the best bass channels on KZbin, so much experience between you two, thorough lessons and explanations and the vibe with you guys is contagious and makes it alot of fun. Really quality stuff

[@IAMMASED]

Cliff is awesome but Robert fkn rules

[@devinebass]

🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@jeremykrauae4378]

Cliff then Trujillo

[@devinebass]

🔥🔥🔥

[@truckster7]

Trujillo has been there the longest.

[@saulman12]

ME! WE! *WE’RE THE NEWSTED GUY!!!*

[@jule.snerns]

les claypool of course

[@devinebass]

🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@Mikebvanhalen]

Cliff Cliff and Cliff, Rob is a great bass player and probably technically probably a better player. But.. for Metallica Cliff was the best. Find the video of Les Claypool it's pretty trippy....

[@devinebass]

🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@nonombre7159]

Trujillo has been in the band longer than both combined and he plays down to be in Metallica. It is way below his abilities.

[@devinebass]

It's interesting to see how Trujillo's style adapts to fit Metallica's sound, showcasing his versatility as a bassist. Each era of Metallica had its own unique flavor, and it's all part of the band's evolution. 🎶🎸🤘

[@ggates2500]

Cliff.

[@devinebass]

🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@blackdragonkaratedo4738]

TRUJILLIO

[@devinebass]

🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@mattschmidt7817]

CLIFF

[@gbharris]

He was THE acoustic player though

[@tijuu_]

les claypool 100% 💪💪

[@devinebass]

🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@SoulKingBK]

To those who are putting Trujillo first he is skilled, but he hasn’t or can’t play anastasia (pulling teeth) correctly which makes him definitively less skilled as that’s one of the most technical bass pieces for Metallica past and present. In his rendition, he plays it slower, and with less notes something you do when you aren’t skilled enough to play at full speed with all the notes. This isn’t even including my personal bias of enjoying playing cliffs, baselines the most as their overall more technical than the newer shit we all remember when Metallica just turned down the bass levels. those who say I’m just glazing cliff I’m realistic he’s not better than Les Claypool, or Jaco Pastorius but he’s definitely the best Metallica has to offer.

[@XanBcoo]

I don't think you've heard Rob play in his better bands. He's a more skilled player, without question. He's also like 50.

[@devinebass]

You bring up some interesting points! Each bassist in Metallica has their strengths and unique style, and it's all about personal preference when it comes to their performances. Thanks for sharing your perspective! 🎸🤘

[@Iexecutioner]

Newsted performed the Cliff era songs better than he ever could, listen to the audition tapes, Cliff never never went that hard for those songs

[@ATreeForFive]

Unpopular opinion : Newtead was Metallica’s best bass player.

[@lucasMcarter89]

Trujillo > literally any other member of Metallica.

[@Spritofjazz]

Cliffs the most iconic Rob’s the best player, just not for anything he does in Metallica

[@devinebass]

You've summed it up well! Each bassist in Metallica brought their own unique strengths and contributed to the band's sound in their own way. 🎸🤘😄

[@jimmydoesnoteatrocks]

Bob rock lmao

[@DavidLWilliams]

The best bassist in the band today doesn't even play bass for the band. 😉

[@davidofpiano423]

You’re about to lose half your subs for saying what you just said about Jason

[@devinebass]

🙈🙈🙈

[@JulezNDrumz]

Bruv...

[@roaming740]

😂 but Ron was actually decent

[@fletcher75er]

All 3 bad, but I'll go with cliff

[@devinebass]

Totally get it, Cliff had a unique style that left a lasting impression. Thanks for sharing your choice! 🤘🎸

[@darkconspiracy559]

It's obvious, Cliff is the best at all fronts.

[@devinebass]

🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@bryancorley5068]

My Vote “Trujillo!!!”

[@devinebass]

🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@Tracer9GTRider8]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@devinebass]

🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@Joon0213]

Trujillo forever!!!!

[@hectorvasquez3605]

Trujillo is a waste in Metallica, he's way over qualified

[@travzimmerman1340]

Bass? Who gives a sh!t 😂

[@chriscothran8744]

Any answer other than Cliff is simply wrong, I'm sorry. Thats not to say the other guys dont rock and kick-ass 🤘🏻 they absolutely do. But there will never be another Cliff Burton and that bus driver should be in the cell UNDER the jail.

[@devinebass]

Cliff Burton's influence on bass playing and his unique style are indeed legendary. Each bassist brought their own flavor to Metallica, and it's all part of the band's rich history. 🎸🤘😄

[@TheSteelbarracuda]

Cliff is overrated a.f, Newsted all the way