From Novice to Pro: Start Here with Bass Lesson Number One for Beginners

Hey there, friends and neighbours. If you're just starting out as a beginner, this is the bass lesson for you!
In this lesson, we'll cover the bass-ics. This is a very simple lesson that will get you started right away on learning just a few notes at a time. I think you're going to love it. It's the KZbin lesson for beginners you've been waiting for!
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From Novice to Pro: Start Here with Bass Lesson Number One for Beginners
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[@marcoelwray]

Works fine Rich: Pour tous ceux qui parlent français, n'hésitez pas a commenter le sous-titrage ! ++++ For all people speaking French, feel free to comment the subbing. Peace.

[@richbrownbass]

Merci beaucoup Marco! 🙏🏾❤

[@marcoelwray]

@@richbrownbass my pleasure Rich!

[@danielrossi2910]

Je débute la basse Les explications de Rich sont très claires. Et la traduction est au top

[@danielrossi2910]

Enfin de vraies traductions. Bravo 👏

[@gregorybyrd7455]

😊

[@sandywatts2649]

I just bought my 1st bass! I’m an artist and a drummer. I’ve never had a guitar lesson and will be starting sooooon. Ant wait. I’m 73 and want to learn as much as I can before I croak! 🎸🥁😃😁

[@richardfilewood1012]

I have just turned 77. I have never played any musical instrument before! Never too old. And this tutorial is set exactly at the right pace for me.

[@rar6178]

me too since i always play air bass to songs

[@capecoast52]

72 last week. With you all the way.

[@sabujones2508]

i'LL BE 79 IN JULY BEN PLAYING ABOUT 3MONTHS. BACKGROUND, ART/DESIGN INST, AND DRUMS. SO WE CAN DO IT,

[@user-uu2ju9kj9n]

Hi. I am 64. I play acoustic and electric guitar. Interested in bass to accompany my granddaughter who plays keys. Haven't bought a bass yet. 4 or 5 string??

[@richbrownbass]

Definitely the first video of what could be a very loooooong series. LOL! Thank you for watching.🙏🏾❤

[@jamestonnyy2944]

Thank you for this.

[@Timbucktoo32]

YES!!! Keep them coming

[@WhomByFire]

You are great! Greetings from the UK! Just found ya!

[@estherlord6330]

Excellent !!! Thank you for sharing your knowledge. It is greatly appreciated 😉✌️

[@GaryAllenDiamonds]

Thanks. I was one of the people asking that question!

[@miriamchandler6935]

Beginner here. I bought a bass guitar 3 years ago and tried to teach myself by watching lessons on KZbin and Fender app. Over time, I eventually lost interest because the instructors were going too fast. I am so pleased to come to this channel as Rich explains it very slow which is great for beginners to understand. Thank you Mr. Rich Brown. You are amazing. Can't wait to go to the next lesson!

[@chantellet2662]

Aw similar experience for me and I’m only just getting back into it

[@egmedicus]

Eccellente Maestro ❤

[@maxmason6053]

Hi Rich. I'm in my 57th year of playing bass. You are teaching viewers exactly how to learn and totally absorb lessons. It could not be any easier than what you are demonstrating here. Bless you. 😎

[@goranskigoranski5700]

I am 57 and just starting.

[@billoetjen]

One cannot overemphasize how important it is to nail those fundamentals of form right from the beginning: left thumb centered on the back of the neck, even alternating right hand fingers, and fretting right behind the fret - essential for a clean, pure tone. I bow to you, sir.

[@profitsandloss]

Thank you for these videos. No fluff, no begging for subscribers right off the bat, no annoying self aggrandizing. Just solid lessons delivered clearly and at a good pace.

[@doskraut]

After 2-4 hours of searching I found a great teacher, other videos seem to think a beginner has some music experience but this dude is just right for me.

[@riccosauve2827]

I'm 70 years old bought my first bass Rich I came across your channel and want to say thank you your laid back demeanor makes it enjoyable to follow thank you so much please keep the videos coming I'm looking forward to the journey ahead

[@kennethkeown1175]

Thanks, Rich. Having recently retired at 70+ years okd, I finally have the time to live my dream of learining to play guitar and bass. Obviously, I''m a rank beginner. Your video is crystal clear and easy to follow. It leaves me inspired to get moving, and I'll be following your lessons from A to Z.

[@farbodtoorani4607]

Hey bro I'm 21 and just bought myself a bass after i went thru some emotionally draining times and I felt like i needed to do sth. I went to a uni concert where one of the bands played Today by Smashing Pumpkins and in that moment it just clicked with me that I need to learn the bass as a way to move on from this period if my life. Its a whole new world for me as im a total beginner and your patience and videos as a teacher make me feel welcomed

[@SuperBuellman]

Thank you for this lesson. I am a 67 yr old beginner, and I love your explanations. I taught motorcycle lessons for 25 years and am really impressed with your teaching method.

[@4everJazz]

Newbie here!! Bought my first bass yesterday and I came across your video and I am so glad that I did, the way you explained everything makes so much sense and it's easy to follow along to learn😃 please continue this because I truly want to know all the ends and outs of this amazing instrument.. Thanks Rich!!

[@Corvette1658]

Hey man yesterday for my birthday I got my bass guitar. So I been watching this video to help me start. Thank you my man I will continue to watch your videos. As I continue to learn how to play the bass.

[@rickeyrichmond17]

I'm 67 years old and just started to try and learn to play your videos have help me the most. Thank you

[@richbrownbass]

That's so great to hear! Thanks very much for watching.

[@StratBurst92]

This is by far the best beginners lessons on youtube.You are hitting on all the right points. There are other lessons out there but they seem to go way too fast. Thank you Mr. Brown.

[@richbrownbass]

Thank you so much. That's very high praise. I appreciate it!

[@RC32Smiths01]

I truly wish the best for everyone who chooses to pick up Bass. It's a fun instrument to begin with, but the difficulty to master makes the journey even more fun like any instrument. I've been playing for 6 years, and it's always a blast. Cheers

[@richbrownbass]

Very well said. Thank you.

[@RC32Smiths01]

@@richbrownbass Thank you so much. Incredibly versatile instrument.

[@user-dd7yk4yz3e]

You, Sir are so good at what you've done here, Man you care and it shows ! Thank you so much...

[@TheDivisionHUB]

I am a total beginner, never touched a guitar nor bass. I played trumpet in a brass band for ~ 25 years and try now to make the transition into playing e-bass with 39 y/o and I really appreciate your lessons.

[@bigc2nyce]

I've been playing bass for 20 years, and I learned a lot from this video

[@joescullion5604]

I am 65, self-taught, and I've been playing for 35 years. I will be definitely watching this channel. Maybe I can undo some of my mistakes and get better!

[@robbierobinson394]

Mr Brown. You are amazing teacher. I have learnt so much in such a short time. Great tutorial. Thankyou so much

[@floorboards.]

recently started to relearn bass left-handed as its comfier, your videos are so helpful especially to renew knowledge into the opposite hands 🙏🙏

[@heathen0150]

Absolutely the best video on youtube for fresh newbies. I will be practicing this for weeks. Thank you

[@Dalticeversmack]

I'm not going to look anywhere else. If I learn Bass, you will be the online person responsible. Watched your videos while before buying a bass and was excited to see what you had to offer now that I have one. Thanks for the work you do.

[@NDN_REV]

Great video... Very few people can teach, I mean with patience and speak clearly... Thanks!

[@drlegendre]

I like this dude. Really accessible, low-key, no stupid 'tude.. very easy to listen to. Think I'll be back for more.

[@darksedor911]

Thanks a lot Mr Rich, I can with no hesitation say that you are the best bass instructor here in YT, thanks again for everything

[@richbrownbass]

That’s very high praise. Thank you so much.

[@Firetracks]

As I get back to learning bass this is a gem!

[@Axzyrrr]

I’ve been playing bass for about a month now and I never fully understood some of the beginner concepts. Thanks man

[@richbrownbass]

My pleasure. I'm so glad this helped.

[@QX13]

Mr Rich Brown, big thank you for your videos and lessons which you do for us! Very helpful for me as a beginner :)

[@pierrelataillade7564]

Mr. Brown...... It's good to see you on the channel today. I for one are always glad to hear your voice as it relates to musicality. Please note that I'm not a pro .... just an enthusiast that is glad to see if my playing makes any since musically. I feel good that the instrument you are using today is the same as mine except fretless...or smooth frets. I've playing for quite a long time for my enjoyment..... nonprofessionally...but for my enjoyment.... I realize that as a pro it's tough to think non pro...But I think your doing a great job. Stay cool..

[@pierrelataillade7564]

Thank you

[@mikelahy5367]

78- have a bass guitar/ amp. Watched your beginners video. Presentation, voice,not rushing- so good( Australia)

[@High-Speed-History]

You are such a great teacher. Your videos are so easy to watch! I’ll be watching a bunch of them in the near future 😊

[@cognitiveburp]

Never underestimate revisiting the Bassics.....nice video!

[@DADISSEXY]

I'm 56 and just starting the journey! Looking forward to practicing all of your lessons! Thank you for the patience of doing this!

[@TestGearJunkie.]

Same here, 69yr old female 😀

[@kenstilwell]

This reminds me of my very first day with a bass, great job Rich!

[@billruth3340]

Thank you so very much,,a friend gave me a old bass , and your first lesson will be my first lesson,thank you again for helping me get started on what I hope will be a long road

[@charleslewis1444]

Sir, I would like to thank you for making it simple to learn.You are so helpful.God bless.

[@TreySharp-v5f]

I've been trying to learn bass on my own and this video has definitely given me some great insight on positioning when playing 👌🏿👌🏿👌🏿👌🏿

[@andregck9056]

Finally some nice class

[@andreashoppe1969]

I'll be getting my j bass tomorrow. It will make a great addition to my upright! Thanks for the video!

[@guyledouxefon-oc6hq]

Thanks so much. I'm a brown old beginner. Only 60 years old. I was on my way with rythm Guitar. A couple of weeks. When God told me "Bass!" And I really needed number one lesson from you since I subscribed to your channel. Good job. I'm very happy.

[@pagelutchman7543]

I enjoyed my lesson last night and am getting reading to practice and then start the second lesson. Been trying to play the base for years and nothing stuck! Even went to Guitar world! But this felt better! Thank you Mr. Brown.

[@msoz333]

I'm so glad I've found your channel, especially this playlist. It's been incredibly helpful and easy to understand! Thank you!

[@fabgarz8477]

Thank you very much for your excellent videos. I've started bass guitar for 1 year, and you've been a great help (especially your relax/take your time attitude giving people like me confidence). As a beginner player, i've come to realize I tend to pull strings too strong, reducing agility. My two cents for beginners like me is : don't play strong, instead turn up the volume and play soft but agile.

[@SoulFeathe]

Yes there are a lot of great channels but I’ve found I like how you explain things. Got a real aptitude for keeping things just slow enough and easy to understand without falling prey to coming off as condescending.

[@KitanaSamoa]

I've been playing the bass for about 6 months now. And while I can play full songs and all that jazz, your lessons have been helping me to nail the technique. Like I said in a previous comment, you're the teacher I always wanted. You make the whole art of playing and handling the instrument as stress-free as possible. Proving merit is as it is stressful, the last thing we need is a teacher who stresses us out! Your calm, controlled, friendly yet firm approach works really well. Thank you for making these videos to help us beginners, Sir. 💖🥰🙏

[@richbrownbass]

What a lovely compliment. It really does mean a lot to read these very kind words, and it makes me so happy to know these videos have been helping you. All the best, and thank you so much. 🙏🏾❤

[@mitchjohnson9240]

This is really good advice! Thank you for your explanation of the small things that often get left out for beginners.

[@stevebrown2583]

By far the most simplified way to learn the bass. Keep on rocking dude

[@anthonymcpherson8065]

Thank you so much, I’m new to playing the base, and your channel. Thank you for keeping it real simple. I try to practice 1hour a day I’ve always been interested in learning the base guitar I just wish I didn’t wait until I was 61 years old but I want to learn so bad. So thank you my friend.

[@nothingsimpossible3508]

Thank you! I’m a beginner and I’m a 40 yr old woman who is eager to learn. This has always been a dream of mine 💕 I’m grateful that there’s people like you whom is willing to share what they know to help others as myself! God bless

[@aren8484]

I’m turning 40 in June and I’m going to purchase my bass soon to start learning 😊

[@aren8484]

Your username is perfect!

[@12resurrected]

I also learned to play with just my 1 finger over 30 years ago. My playing speed was severely hindered for many years! I had to force myself to use 2 fingers until it became second nature. Great to hear others who had the same experience!

[@jimfitzgibbon5492]

Rich you are the best! I have looked at a few other sites . But you take it slow, & in teaching Hand & finger placement is so very me. I thank you. You are such a help.

[@richbrownbass]

Wow, thanks so much, Jim. That means a lot to me, brother. I'm so glad this video has helped. Thank you for watching.

[@arthurfleming4449]

The Best teacher thus far GREAT TECHNIQUES on bass guitar 🎸 may God continue to bless you sir...

[@somarmd]

Thank you for your beginner lesson. I’m new as in received my bass yesterday. I saw your channel and thought how cool it would be to play bass which led me to buy one. I didn’t buy a full size, instead I bought a U-bass acoustic/electric so that if all goes well, I can travel with it easily. Love your style/method of teaching and will be watching closely. :)

[@randyclere7756]

One of THE BEST educators/ players in the world!!! This man is a wealth of information & is a humble man!!

[@gls042]

Thanks, Rich! I finally found a beginner's video that makes sense to me.

[@namelesswanderer9315]

Very good, simple instruction. I will watch some more while practicing.

[@jeffbishopmusic1611]

Am a pianist I love the way you are teaching.

[@Eddyvnhln5150]

Go read my comment above

[@papaglenford]

just the comment about being close to the fret cleaning up the buzz/tone... that kind of stuff really helps. i was getting a twaang when i struck the string. see you soon

[@aydieblake]

This is such a helpful video for learning some of the fundamentals

[@TheBeats4ya]

Thank you for all that you do and teach. I’m sure you spend a lot of your time making these videos. Your lessons are appreciated!! 🙏🏾

[@richbrownbass]

It's a labour of love. Unfortunately, things have been very busy, and I haven't been able to dedicate as much time as I would like. But messages like these are always greatly appreciated. Thank you!

[@sarahclark7974]

Finally someone who makes sense and explains things properly - THANK YOU ❤

[@johnharreld4875]

As a guitarist taking on the bass, I just jumped into the middle of it all. But this is a much better place to start so I can more systematically identify what is working and what I still need to adapt. Thanks again, Rich. I'll be following this...

[@johnharreld4875]

Perfect example: near the end of this video, I was gearing up to make a comment like "yeah, but what about the finger position relative to the fret?" And then you proceed to answer it perfectly. On guitar, I usually try to play lightly about midway between frets and it works fine to avoid excess force too far back or risk of muting too far forward. On bass, I found myself needing to be almost right on the fret, just as you describe. So it's great to get validation that this is something you advise as a pro!

[@styner3]

So glad you mentioned the thumb placement of the right hand, my first instructor insisted on me using the floating thumb. Anchoring my thumb on the pickup feels way more natural for me and could play a lot faster.

[@richbrownbass]

It's the same for me. I'd love to be using the FT technique. The anchor is just better for me. Thank you for watching!

[@AC-xh9wr]

Excellently explained! Very clear and thorough. Thank you.

[@Jerk_OHC]

I appreciate this lesson. Fundamentals are so overlooked! Thank you!!!

[@faamecanic1970]

Love your videos Rich. While I'm not a beginner...I would say Im at a advanced beginner ..lol. Good stuff here. Would love to see some really good plucking/fretting exercises that will help build dexterity. Even if its just playing some good scales. Wish I lived near you, would love to have you as my bass teacher.

[@terremotohajime]

Very good viedo. Generally i look at a begginer exercise video, and if i see the video its too long i just go away. But if you listen to the first 5 minutes you realize you are getting the correct advice. Thank you very much for the effort

[@federicogonzalezramirez382]

Looks like this Is the right Channel for young beginners. I am 60, starting now. I found this video and the way Mr Brown explained quite different from many others and very useful. I will stay around for a while. Thanks Mr Brown, excellent job!

[@Book-bz8ns]

He's the best.

[@princessv7543]

Greetings from London England 🇬🇧. You definitely have the gift of teaching. Ive been checking out your beginner videos, and they are clear and concise. I play acoustic guitar in a church, mostly Ccm and hymn / choruses. We've loads of guitarists but no bass player. I've decided to learn the bass for 2 reasons: Firstly, I've always loved the sound. Secondly, to fill in the position later. No one knows (except those reading this) so I won't feel pressured in my new journey 😊

[@princessv7543]

You've got a new subscriber 🎉

[@createlovehappy]

At some point on my guitar playing journey I had to lock my picks in a drawer and force myself to play with just my fingers. It worked. On bass my Dad always played with just his thumb. I learned from him and did the same. But I cannot lock away my thumb. I needed this lesson to focus on my fingers even if I could play it better with my thumb. Thank you.

[@rickyricamonte6680]

I started digging around YT for bass beginners even before I got my bass. I didn’t go too deep with a lot of your videos but just sticking with your beginning series. I really need this. Many thx for your time and pacing it out!!

[@bustamango863]

The thumb pivot was very very useful 👌🏾

[@Law-hi8un]

YES!!!!!!!!!!👍🏿

[@RedStingBlogs]

I'm locked into this series!! Thanks so much

[@eddypoppe2600]

Thank you very much. I appreciate your efforts very much. You are not talking to much (cfr. lesson 3). I thought about that even listening the first time to this lesson. You build the lessons simple and good, just what I needed. Thank you very much !!

[@12resurrected]

This is a great lesson for beginners! I was 1 fingering it and buzzing my frets for the first 2 years and didn’t know why! 😂

[@damo1140]

hey i think your awesome at this. ty so much for lesson 1

[@Saundersstrong]

Thank you rich! This was my first lesson ever I have been following along my fingers are already sore ahag but so excited to learn bass!!! Day 1 and I'm already addicted.Cheers to new beginnings.

[@mariahelenacostanascimento9498]

I loved your video I was desperately looking for a beginners lesson, you explain everything really well and slowly perfect for me ❤

[@richardfilewood1012]

Awesome, thanks Rich. I am an absolute beginner, and this video has helped me immensely! I look forward to following you as my teacher. Cheers

[@jefffreeman7695]

Thank you, Rich. Excellent presentation of critical techniques of playing and staying healthy doing so.

[@festusjoyfulconteh6674]

I have started with this Lesson yesterday evening, I'm happy to join you as my bass teacher.😍😍❣❣❤🤝

[@user-sv8rv2vo6i]

Thanks for the first lesson,am Enock Musabimana from Uganda.

[@geburu]

Thank you so much for sharing this and taking the time to create content for us new to the low end!

[@user-OchanVaz]

Thank you for your lesson, I had some trouble with positioning my left hand and my fingers feeling weak.. And now everything is in the right place!

[@ShineMedia1]

Great yips, love the tone Rich!

[@tripslaughter5101]

Finally some instruction starting on the basic level at a beginner pace. 69 year old beginner. Many thanks.

[@depressinggen]

Im also starting right now! best of luck to you!

[@benjaminharriel6965]

Hey RB, I’m a bass beginner using your lessons and I must say “THANK YOU “!!! So practical and easy to pick up. Wish I had this when I first picked up the bass years ago. So I’m starting from scratch and I’m having so much fun learning. On lesson 3 now. Taking it slow and already noticing the progression. Tried learning from others but I’m sticking with you bro!!!! Thanks 😁

[@josephchellis9545]

Yeah thank you for the left hand the thumb and the finger positioning for the fretz I'll try it

[@jimginn4021]

I guess it’s de riguer for old guys to pick up the bass; add me to the list! Thank you, Mr. Brown, for such an excellent bassic introductory lesson. I’ve been struggling with my pinky and ring fingers because I’ve been misplacing my thumb. I am moving on to your next lesson. Peace, brother.

[@simonadams8770]

Thanks Rich. Subbed. Can’t wait to watch your videos. Age 48 just started my bass journey:)

[@tezzaroniphagolie8773]

I thank you so much I loved that rhythm that you created with the exercise that is really helpful because I remember patterns and they stick in my brain better. Thank you 🙏

[@ashleyohohoh]

I bought a fender bass a few months ago, I found this helpful! Thank you, my hands feel more comfortable. Im excited for this journey:)

[@daniellarsennz]

I LOVE my bass teacher! Thank you Rich, you're the best! 🙏

[@UnknownPerson-is9be]

You are a good teacher, keep going👍

[@coloaten6682]

Thanks Rich, always quality lessons and as a beginner I really appreciate them. :)

[@redmnchstr1]

Thank you Thank you Thank you, this is exactly what I needed

[@michaeltrowbridge7174]

your a great teacher

[@junka1975]

That's a good basic fundamentals video, I like it. Nice one Rich.