The Cheapest and Coolest Bass Guitar On The Market

[@mtp4430]

I've been playing bass for 47 years now, and I enjoy Ellen and her Dad's videos so much. I started playing at 17 and Ellen already plays rings around anything I could do at 17. This beautiful little girl has a very bright musical future ahead of her. Her Dad, who is an excellent musician in his own right, is guiding her beautifully every step of the way.

[@robertakerman3570]

Hi Mike. Ms Ellen will always be a musician; though may become a Producer or work @ JPL. Time will tell; - Her greatness can not be stopped.

[@Glen.Black.]

And the great thing about him (Hovak) is that he only provides guidance in the direction that Ellen wants to go. He never forces her to play, or move in a direction of his choosing.

[@glennrosa234]

I've also been playing that long . & concur with you , we can't touch Ellen who's been playing for 2 yrs What!?? I think we gotta hang it up. Hah..

[@mtp4430]

@@glennrosa234 I’d rather just continue to play and admire Ellen’s gift. I know you were joking about giving it up anyway. Let’s face it, it’s in our blood and we probably couldn’t stop even if we wanted to. Ellen is a special case and a rare talent ♥️

[@bopper1234]

I don't know what I enjoy more, how great she plays or watching the joy of playing on her face.

[@davidmacphee3549]

Ellen is Adorable

[@ralphrahn7521]

Absolutely true I truly love match you play and enjoy your fantastic personality on camera you are such a joy to watch. You are adorable ♥️

[@Glen.Black.]

Why choose, enjoy both! LOL She is hilarious. Even when Hovak teases her, she just laughs it off. Great kid, great father and great relationship they have!

[@DrBeckyEm]

Agree totally!

[@davidmacphee3549]

@@DrBeckyEm AstroGirl! Dr. Becky? "I know David. I get that a lot." Anywhoo, .... Ellen is "Out of this World" Whatever. Thanks to KZbin, We have the little Genie in a bottle. Did I misspell Genius? So by the way, in my day, we only had 'Super 8'. I wonder what happened to all that stuff. I guess the bulb burned out or something. In any case, Modern parents can buy futuristic 3D gear that can do 180 degree 3D Virtual Reality recordings with a clunky Headset. Oh. Well .. we got Grandkid's. Maybe I should suggest that. Have a Wonderful day, every non clunky Day! Bye!

[@RustyKeys72]

What a great dad and what a great little legend you are, Ellen. There's no better team in music on KZbin at this point. For entertainment value, musicianship, and the feel-good vibe you guys bring, you own this thing! Respect.

[@jeffreyphillips1234]

I love how she looks at her dad with such admiration and love. You can tell they have a very special relationship. Keep up the great work, Ellen.

[@A_Maggot]

Wonder how the channel goes when she hits teenage rebellion years.

[@RustyKeys72]

@@A_Maggot I think that's when it will get interesting and find its niche, just quietly.

[@superdoov]

Exploiting one's daughter isn't cool.

[@biker66ton]

Yep her dad is amazing, cool guy, his passion for the music is great. Ellen couldn't get a better bass teacher.

[@jdcamc]

Her giggle is contagious!! Keep on playing!!

[@Maranatha1968]

She is soooooo good! Wow. And she has best teacher for her...And her laughing makes my heart happy ...Thank you God. Bless your Family

[@joshuajohnson2216]

I totally agree 😃

[@pbinhagil]

Está tocando muito. Já sou teu fã Gilberto do brasil

[@joaopauloduarteferreira9797]

I totally agree...I love her videos...she is so cute and a great musician

[@ohrenfratz]

You‘re welcome. (God here, obviously)

[@kduane1]

Is he her father?

[@the_minimalistic_adventure]

Seriously the most adorable bassist, bar none! The progress you’ve made in only a year or so is unreal!

[@alanwilliams4835]

I’ve worked with thousands of bass players over my career doing live sound this young lady is one of the cleanest players I’ve heard . If the bass player is not defining the notes you just can’t get a mix together . The lady already has the future planed I look forward to hearing you on many recording . Amazing

[@Steve-bm8uq]

Not only a star musician she is so personable and isn't camera shy in the least. Enjoy the climb Ellen!

[@davidmacphee3549]

Ellen's Subscriber count is going up fast. Keep an eye on it.

[@davidmacphee3549]

@TheSaintOfSundby Ellen is currently slightly above the Amazing Emily Linge who is about 15

[@robertakerman3570]

@@davidmacphee3549 Possibly just "exposure". Both are very addictive/can't miss an installment of either.

[@davidmacphee3549]

@@robertakerman3570 I am glad you are subbed to both. We see them grow!

[@davidmacphee3549]

@@robertakerman3570 They are very different but very intelligent young girls. Exposure has a lot of variables with KZbin the Masters. It really is Apple's and Oranges. However, they have both recently hit the 200K mark and have their YT Awards to proudly Show, and deserve tremendously. There is no real contest. They are more like Sisters of the World. There is going to be a Snowball effect rolling down the mountain and going up exponentially as more and more people spread the joy these young can bring. KZbin has many other Young Stars. Todays technology allows them to virtually meet and Jam together and they have made incredible Videos.

[@WallyZ1950]

That piece really shows off Ellen's skill level. It's been fun watching her hard work pay off. She's so comfortable playing she can even straighten her hair without missing a beat.

[@H2R504]

I simply love her enthusiasm when it comes to her craft. Hovak...you are a great father and mentor to Ellen. I pray I'm still around to see the next chapter in her career.

[@fastal48]

Well said!!

[@klmcwhirter]

Amen! You can not teach "want to". Ellen, that is what drove me to learn, and is obviously what keeps you playing. I remember what those wows felt like when I was your age. I am super happy for you and your family. Music has added greatly to the quality of my life. And I am sure it will to yours. Great job! Keep it up.

[@qumrantaj2051]

I don't usually comment on youtube vids- even good ones!... But, Ellen, as a fellow musician I was hooked on your videos because of the JOY that shows on your face when you play. Your talent is obvious, even at a young age, but the pure joy you have makes me want to pick up my own ax and play for the pure joy of it! Thank you and keep up the great work!

[@DrBeckyEm]

What I love about her is the smile she gives her daddy! They are an awesome team! Every child in the world deserves to have a daddy like hers!!!

[@MikeDodds]

I absolutely love watching the absolute joy that just pours out of you when you play!!! Keep up the fantastic job young lady!!!

[@flashhughes1675]

Ellen always looks like she is having such a blast playing. That makes her so much fun to watch.

[@truefilm6991]

Awesome playing! I'm a piano teacher and it's so hard to find people (children or adults) who can truly feel off beats. You feel the on beats underneath, making it two layers. Little Ellen nails it and never rushes! That's fantastic.

[@jakestreet3605]

She's a force that will dominate the music industry in 5 yrs. Keep it up girl...🤘

[@robinsweet1827]

ABSOLUTELY 💯 % AGREE!!!

[@FYMASMD]

Uh I doubt that

[@timesquare5473]

@@FYMASMD Could swear I met you at a party.

[@DaftFader]

@@FYMASMD I'm sure you doubt the world is round too, or something equally as unanimously debunked... 🙄

[@texasorange285]

This is absolutely incredible!!! The journey has been absolutely beautiful!!! Please keep this going!!! Kudos to Dad!!! Kudos to Ellen!!!

[@imanoldgeek]

The bass sounds good, but Ellen makes it sound magical. I am totally entranced watching her fretwork and her picking. My fingers can't move that quickly just randomly drumming on my desk. Ellen, your playing has gotten so very good, but what makes you even more special is your smile while playing. Never lose that. Cheers from Wisconsin.

[@PIPIPISTA]

That touched me as well. Incredible little angel.

[@bethdeesb]

I just bought the Ibanez Mikro earlier this week. It was $199. I wanted either a Mini or a 5 String Bass. I've been playing 2 years on a beginner 4 string Squire. At 65 although I learn quickly my brain to hand coordination isn't as good as younger folks, but I love playing the bass in my church praise team. It's so much fun. Thanks to Ellen and this channel I'm learning so much more. As someone else said, watching Ellen's passion and joy is infectious and wonderful. Thank y'all for all you do!

[@Ypsiroselee]

Getting a set up does huge things for any bass. Being a great bassist like Ellen does even more!

[@dougvolpi3216]

I’ve been a singing drummer all my life. About a year and a half ago, I started playing bass guitar. I just want you to know, Ellen is an inspiration to me and I’m sure to many. I’ll say it, Ellen is really cool. So very cool.

[@jimandlizhudson2501]

Reminds me of the wonderful Tal Wikenfeld. Ellen has that perfect timing and feel.

[@da33ie]

Ellen your a real inspiration, youve reignited my passion for playing bass again! Love watching your videos, especially if im feeling stressed or down...as your smile and humour has an uplifting effect!we can all learn alot from you!

[@markchidester6239]

So, Ellen, now that I found your channel, I am finding myself listening much more to the bass. Thanks, kind of a new world for me! So much fun watching the two of you!

[@KehindeOrilogbon]

Amazing job you are doing with her. She's a legend in the making. And I love her smile, it's sery contagious :D I think I'll get this bass for my 6yo. He loves music so much and already know the musical notes to any song he hears immediately. Thanks for sharing

[@brucejeric6701]

Great idea!!

[@Ruddigore]

Absolutely fantastic. A great guitar played wonderfully by Ellen. What I love about these videos is the total lack of theatrics and sheer joy that Ellen exudes whilst playing.

[@jonlavigne3270]

I didn’t know this bass was shorter than the Mikro. I love short scale basses so this one looks fun. Of course Ellen killed it with her playing.

[@pavelkratochvila6157]

Really cool bass guitar playing, wow. So brilliant team Ellen and Dad 🙂👍

[@frederick-howthetwomindswo8637]

It's not the instruments that makes the magic music, but the music in the player's heart.

[@jjbdrummer]

Thank you for your inspiration and smile (dad too).. You have created a monster unfortunately ( with a smile )- made it to my 70th birthday and been playing for 3 months - I already have FOUR basses!!!! - loving every minute and watching you makes me want to pick up my bass instead of getting ready for work (lol). Keep up the great work

[@RickINFJ]

Proud new sub here! I felt the same magic when I 1st picked up a guitar at age 8. Wow Ellen...in the pocket and right on that kick drum. You play funk way beyond your years. Glad I found this channel. Rock on girl! 🤘

[@kearnsey64]

What amazing talent in this family? Dad shreds guitar and probably plays everything, and Ellen hammers out the bass! Time to put out a CD!

[@momoneymjp]

Hello Ellen, you amaze me every time I see you and your dad. Keep up the awesome work. Peace and Love to you and your family.

[@scottlake5280]

I started playing bass at about 38 or so, always with a pick; but watching your right hand technique is helping this old guy get some confidence with plucking. Thank you!!

[@BeatsAndGuitars]

Man you guys are the best duo on KZbin! Keep rockin Ellen!!

[@frankdion2174]

Thanks, you just crushed my dreams. Good job.

[@jonsanserino8229]

As usual, Great job Ellen! Can't wait to see more great stuff from you. But also - a million Kudos to Glarry! They are doing a tremendous job with their supplier to bring really good, really affordable instruments to us!!

[@rosawilliams9145]

I know nothing about music. I watch because I'm so impressed with the little dynamo. Ellen you are so impressive. I enjoy watching you play.

[@philipdickey6460]

She’s becoming a young legend in such a short time, and her dad must be proud to have a daughter like her

[@botchi1]

Not just her Dad, Her Mom to, And every one around her.

[@AstrosElectronicsLab]

She's going places musically. Next, we will see her either as a session musician for BIG names, or as a replacement band member for a world-wide successful band (possible Metallica, lol).

[@andrew522009]

She's improved so much since I've watched. Absolutely Awesome!☝

[@davesetnik7121]

Watching you play is as good as listening, Ellen. I dig how you're dancing in your chair as you jam. You've got to feel what you're playing, and you definitely feel it, because you never stop moving to the music. I love it! Keep it up little lady. You've got a long career ahead of you. 👍👍👍👍

[@bobbychin9603]

Just pure joy - congrats to Marine and Hovak for raising such a genuine, talented soul in Ellen.

[@tatortot1542]

Kiddo,you & The Dad are priceless. Luv U Guys!!!!🤙🏼🫵🏼🪨

[@charliejg]

Sweet groove right there Ellen. One thing that is so evident is that dad worked hard on your timing. You totally feel that groove and it's spot on! Keep rockin'! As for the bass, it sounds way better than the price would lead you to believe. Love that bass clef shirt on the doctor!! LOL! Dad almost caught a shot in the face at the end there! Funny story. I got my first guitar from a neighbor who gave it to me on Independence Day. I was holding it sitting next to his father when someone shot off a really loud firework in the back yard. I jumped and the guitar headstock hit the dad in the mouth and chipped his tooth!! That was probably around 1970 when I was around 10 years old! Thanks for popping that memory into my head. Have a great weekend!

[@ItWentChunkaCHUNK]

Awesome! You guys probably paid more for the setup "surgery" than you did for the bass! Also, I love seeing Ellen grow, both as a person and as a bass player. This is a fun channel. Thank you!

[@johnnysanchez4456]

I wish , I had a Bass like this when we were kids,we had a Bass with warped neck! The strings were half inch to high, strengthened our fingers

[@rslawsky]

Kudos to Dad for supporting Ellen's talent.

[@stevenstucko7039]

I never thought I'd be inspired by a little kid. Ellen makes me want to get off my butt and work on the stuff I love to do. Painting, biking, and yes, even playing the bass. I'm 58 and Ellen already blows me away. Good job dad, btw, you rock too.

[@pesthlm]

You are too nice together :-) And the bass suits Ellen perfectly, sounds exactly as it should. A really good bass with Ellen's magic fingers. She has perfect timing in her playing :-)

[@andipiliste8674]

The bass is cool (I thought its price is somewhere between 2 and 3 hundred bucks), and Ellen is awesome and lucky one to have such a Dad, who is both a friend and a mentor. Thank you guys for the video and for the vibe! You earned my "like"!

[@jimballard1895]

What a pleasant way to start my day ............... Ellen and Pop - This makes my upcoming weekend soooooooo much better. Hope your weekend is enjoyable and safe - thanks for the pump up ........... I would add this, amazing how well you are doing in a relatively short period of time

[@simontechdev]

Ellen has the coolest dad. He is obviously very proud of his daughter. It gives a very wholesome feeling to watch

[@AcousticSerenity]

What’s so incredible about her is not only is she a great bassist, but her knowledge on bassists and music in general is impressive.

[@BenD_Bass]

That is a great bass for the price.I got one cause I love the way it looks and I have a thing for tiny basses lol. I'm using it as a mod platform and trying to make it is "high quality" as possible. Great video!

[@61Slughi]

It's totally impossible to have a bad day after you watch Ellen's videos.

[@Reyajh]

Boy, they say dynamite comes in small packages... That thing sounded awesome! Not to mention the cool Yousician track... Another amazing hit by them... And of course Ellen's flawless playing.

[@MichaelHaddock-yi9fu]

I really enjoy watching this young lady play and the joy on her face brings a smile to my face! Keep up the good work!😊

[@stevenkelly8561]

If she's that good now, I can only imagine how good she'll be in a few years. I've been playing for 45 years and I think I need to do some practicing after hearing her. Very nice, keep it up.

[@karenhillblom7131]

Just love Ellen’s smile and her enthusiasm. Great video.

[@mdankewich]

Great job and great playing Ellen! I have an Ibanez Mikro on order for my daughters to play around with. It's very interesting to see this at almost a third of the price! I still think the Ibanez will be a little bit better quality, but this is definitely great for the price, and you rocked it!

[@genemoreland1660]

I have both a Glarry and Ibanez Mikro. They are the two basses I play most often. I upgraded the pickups and bridge on the Mikro, but only the bridge on the Glarry. The soldering on the pot wiring is a bit iffy on the Glarry and the frets could use a bit of work, but otherwise, it's a coin flip.

[@treeeva]

That giggle at the end. Thank you two. I see this is a year ago now. I look forward t0 catching up.

[@kerryp2174]

At this point Ellen could make any bass sound good! Keep Rockin' young lady! But more importantly keep loving your music and keep playin'!

[@cbkitys]

Been watching just a week or so and I love watching Ellen! She's so good and loves what she's doing which is so wonderful! Keep up the great playing, you got me loving the bass sound!

[@grimdrum2396]

I will agree, that it is the coolest bass for that price range. It is amazing to me that they can sell a bass of that quality for $110.00. Great video and thank you both for all of the smiles that you have put on my face!!

[@ecarneylaw]

I have played for years and even built a bass. We just had christmas and I am blown away by this thing! Also, its much more affordable now!

[@joeweeks2880]

Not only an adorable young lady but an amazing talent with her bass playing

[@alemalia6888]

what a sweet kid and dad ,love it ,,brings me so much joy and to the world ,,,keep rocking

[@botchi1]

Don't forget her mother. She gave birth, to this little miracle. ❤

[@myklallen7184]

Mothers get enough credit. It's time for fathers to shine.

[@nielslohmann6727]

Oh my god hahahah can't give one away hahaha

[@BedrockMediaGroup]

The moms job is to keep her a lady. The fathers job is to keep her focused and the boys at bay.

[@ZamPerzel]

Okay disgusting perv​@@BedrockMediaGroup

[@megabike67]

Not only are you a great musician, you have a smile that is infectious. It is so great that you have a father who is on the journey with you.

[@Dulcimerist]

Thanks for the fun and informative video! I loved the envelope filter in the demo! Do you ever play fretless bass?

[@EllenPlaysBass]

Yes, practicing it slowly to get used to it.

[@Dulcimerist]

@@EllenPlaysBass Nice! I look forward to seeing that sometime in the future! Fretless acoustic upright bass might be fun in the future as well. I've seen very young people in bluegrass music bands using stepstools to enable them to play those.

[@carolburnett190]

Thanks for the review and information! Ellen, your smile and laughter are so contagious. I always feel happy when I watch your videos. Thanks, Hovac, for sharing Ellen with us!

[@scottrowe533]

At just $110, Glarry is going to sell a thousand of these little basses solely on the basis of this one review. You folks had better hire some more craftspeople - especially a really great bass tech like Derek Jones - and while you're at it buy a bunch of really amazing wood planks as well! Ellen and Hovak will be coming back very soon for another, somewhat larger bass, and they're going to ask for something really special! Meanwhile, Ellen's playing just gets better and better. I can't wait to see what she's playing and who she's playing beside, 10 years from now! 😎

[@SanJacintoArtGuild]

Ellen, your whole body expresses joy as you play. It is impossible to watch and listen to you play and not feel joy as well. You are amazing!

[@gustavoc6812]

This reminds me the Amadeus movie. Salieri says "I do not envy Mozart, but I do envy having a father like his who taught him everything since he was a child".

[@ronaldojre]

I've got to thank you Hellen and Hovak. Everytime I watch one of your videos it motivates me to get my eletric guitar, at least a little bit to play.

[@TribicalFonzo]

She makes it look easy!! At only 11 years old???? Absolutely incredible, well done Ellen!!

[@grampybob67]

Ellen, you are educating a lot of people. Your videos with dad are so fun to watch.

[@emersonsrandomvideos248]

WOW, THIS LITTLE KID ROCKS!!!! 🤟🤟🤟🤟🤟 SHE HAS A VERY BRIGHT FUTURE FOR A BASSIST

[@arottie4097]

Thanx for the review! This bass guitar just made my daughters Christmas list!

[@fastal48]

Always enjoy pops and Ellen conversing. Ellen has great technique!

[@gregtreadway3142]

This is such a cool bass! I wish something like this had been available back when I first started (late 1979)!

[@chasp044]

Great overview Hovak, and demonstration Ellen! Definitely a good starter for a child, and the price is reasonable! On edit, I just re watched her doing the demo again, and the size of that bass seems to be exceptionally comfortable for Ellen's personal playing style!

[@anthonycapanas2932]

Hey Ellen always amazing and a joy to watch you playing. You're playing made that bass have a hope for others to purchase as beginning entry into bass playing for those of your age. Positively inspiring you are to many who want to play the bass. Your dad, so supportive, and truly a genuine musician.

[@alanrowoth1975]

Bless you guys. I hope you inspire hundreds of young musicians.

[@baranyiproduction]

Hi to al of you! I played the bass for 10 years off my life, from Jazz-Rock to nearly every stile, but you impressed me a lot more then anyone in the bass world. You could play at your age in any band on this planet. Great thanks to your father, parents too. Keep on posting! Thank you.

[@jerryfraker377]

You guys are always fun watching!

[@michaelmellon6851]

Very nice bass. I really enjoy your videos. Keep on playing.

[@SnakeGodDiamond]

Thanks Ellen, Hovak, and Derek 👍

[@johnm.washbush591]

Hey, Ellen ... Even though I am old enough to be your grandfather (or great grandfather maybe), I still admire the progress you make day by day. You just keep getting better and better. Today, on this base, you did something that I have been waiting for ... you played every single note perfectly in tune! I have noticed that on basses with a long neck, it is hard for you to reach or the distance you have to move you left hand is too far to play so fast. So, then the note you play is close, but not always "spot on" and in tune. Today was it was a thrill to listen to you to play. You are really getting up to speed. You might even want to stick with something close to this size for a while. Congratulataions on a magnificent job. "Grandpa John" Big hugs from me.

[@RobertLemp]

Love her smile...She is Soooo proud of herself...Awesome!

[@EdwinAbshire-w1j]

I began playing bass in 2011 with a praise band. My bass was owned by the chapel and recently bought my own. It was this exact same bass. I paid $115 for it and set it up myself. For the price, you can't go wrong. Now I am back on my regular practice and getting my licks back. Keep playing kid. You got great chops and kudos to you dad for supporting her passion for this instrument!

[@michael_caz_nyc]

If Ellen and her Dad don't Inspire, motivate and make-you-feel good (you have no soul). They are truly wonderful-together, and she has-become: a little beast on Bass. oNe LovE from NYC

[@quailstudios]

Way cool. Thanks for the info Ellen and Hovak! Awesome! I may have a student that could use that bass.

[@teolidio]

Great!!! If I had a daughter, I'd be so proud to see grow such skills and abilities day by day, video after video, as Ellen does!

[@svenlabots1869]

Cool how you show how low key affordable entrance gear can be enough to become a good player. Everyone should start like that. Great video again as always! 😃

[@bertpeijmen6960]

That´s a cute little bass, great sound. You play it very well Ellen, keep up the good work! Perfect mix, dad!

[@alangantt9578]

DERRICK! Those were some of the funkiest couple of measures of bass lines that I have ever heard; from Derrick the technician. The undiscovered talent that is all around us is mind blowing!

[@michaelmertes8396]

I love your playing, and I just bought my Glarry a month ago and I love it. BYE PEACE!

[@johnmesias150]

Because of this video you made testing this small and cheap bass, but that actually had a pretty good quality, I decided to buy it to make a Piccolo Bass with a Dadario, 20, 32, 42, 52 gauge string. I also changed the bridge, the tuning pegs, put in some EMG pickups and lined the body with snake vinyl. It is now a beast capable of rivalling any guitar and riffing hard on metal, stoner, and any style of rock, while sounding great clean. Thank you very much for this video, and best regards.

[@SPRPhilly]

The joy that moments like 7:59 forward bring me is immeasurable.