Gimme Three Steps Bass Cover

[@narrowurethra182]

Southern rock has some of the most overlooked bass players, and your videos boost that part of the song right to the front. I also love the slightly crunchy metallic sound of your tone.

[@TJH3113]

Truth... and thank for the kind words.

[@joznut3000]

Never realized how brilliant the bass part was in this song, glad you uploaded this excellent cover

[@TJH3113]

Glad you like it! I agree, there is a lot more going on with the bass than most people realize.

[@pacificcoastpiper3949]

@@TJH3113 I think this might be one of skynyrds funniest songs

[@mgpmbass3616]

@@TJH3113 Agreed. Leon was a very melodic bass player and very underrated. I had to learn That Smell for an old band and boy was it a workout!

[@TheGumbyRules]

@@mgpmbass3616 Ed King played bass on this.

[@johnmcclelland412]

The Ed King factor. He rarely gets the credit for his contributions to L.S.

[@steelwarrior105]

One of the greatest uses of bass as a melody instrument

[@TJH3113]

Perhaps

[@dogcow666]

Amazing how much the details of these basslines get lost in the mix, you make it look effortless but so often I see you play bas parts I've picked out by ear and gone ohhh shit that is so much harder than i thought

[@frankynodots]

Outstanding. Back to the 70s once again

[@TJH3113]

Thank you very much...yep.

[@mushthepig]

I've never so much as held a bass in my life, but this is the song that I would most want to learn if I ever started playing. Great work here, boss!

[@TJH3113]

Thanks so much! I hope that you do!

[@theodoreliscinski3587]

So many little details and turnarounds in this one and you got them all. It’s fun when you finally have them all filed in your memory, isn’t it?

[@TJH3113]

Yes, definitely. Thanks! Yes, it is, though it takes some time.

[@jaydenwebb3941]

i really enjoy reading the descriptions on your videos and your covers are fantastic! keep up the great work

[@TJH3113]

Thanks a lot. I usually try to write a little something in case people get bored. I'll try.

[@Jack-zc9el]

Im a semi-pro bass player and it took me almost 5 evenings to learn this song the right way. More challenging than i thought with all the triplets, groove changes and finger muting. Finally got another one in the bag. And yes these rock and blues rock bassists were very underestimated back then. Pride and joy is another big bass song that'll take a while to learn the right way. Good vid man. And i like your tube overdriven sound ✌️

[@TJH3113]

Yes, definitely a lot of nuance in some of these Skynyrd bass-lines. "You Got That Right" is a master-class. Thanks and take care.

[@jayfulkerson6329]

I typed 'bass guitar' in the youtube search box, then filtered it to the last 24 hours. not having a clue what would pop up. what a treat to get this video, thanks. also love the story in your description. you got a second talent as a writer, for sure

[@TJH3113]

Thank you very much, I'm glad you enjoyed it.

[@projectmgrnj]

Jay Fulkerson That’s how I found this site as well - been a subscriber for over a year now

[@kentwood9821]

Love Leon and love the timeless roar of that Rick!

[@TJH3113]

Yeah, Leon was the man!

[@DrewRussell-w3z]

This was ed king on the first album

[@jimgallion2748]

Love the Bass and Barlow mask!!! Salems Lot 2023

[@TJH3113]

Thanks! Barlow is my favorite and the first mask I bought from DeathStudios over 25 years ago.

[@rickrolli7091]

Way to tear up that song man. Awesome.

[@TJH3113]

Thanks.

[@dudieland]

Thanks for putting this up. You did a marvelous job covering and I also like your choices of guitars. Youd never think the Guild had such a funky pop sound. I have some fill in gigs coming up, and will use your lines amap, and simplify.

[@TJH3113]

It was my pleasure. Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment. Yeah, I love the Guild basses.

[@dudieland]

Merry Christmas 🎄

[@kdrexler]

Great job. Really dig that Ric grind on this one!

[@TJH3113]

Thanks Kevin, I’m glad you liked it.

[@MrMetalclay]

This bassline is as relentless as the Afternoons and Coffee Spoons bassline. Great playing!

[@TJH3113]

Thanks.

[@Leftybass94]

Amazing cover man! The tone on that Rick is superb! Been watching on repeat as I’m an audio/visual learner. Got it 90% perfected now. Hidden gem of a bass part for sure!

[@TJH3113]

Thank you very much. I'm glad it was helpful.

[@FrustratedNameSearch]

I absolutely LOVE the sound of that Bass.

[@TJH3113]

Cool.

[@philipcrowley4017]

My band wants to add this song to our set list. Thanks for for the video it was super helpful.

[@TJH3113]

Awesome! I'm glad it helped.

[@AnchorTH]

Killer cover. I'm surprised to see all the people talking about details getting lost in the mix or not knowing about this song's intricate bass line - maybe it's the bassist in me but I feel like, especially during the verse, bass is front and center in the mix, secondly only to the vocals. You did the song justice, only cover I've been able to find that truly hits all the little fills and frills. Cheers.

[@TJH3113]

Thanks. I'd have to agree with you, the bass in this recording of this song was very upfront in the mix. Maybe people are mistakenly comparing it to the live version, which was a bit more "simplified"?

[@alphacentauriproxima]

Great upload. Very skill- and helpful. Ty.

[@TJH3113]

Thank you very much.

[@mcgovlau]

🤘nice one. Always a pleasure watching your covers.

[@TJH3113]

Thank you.

[@jervishettrick2752]

Great..as always Troy.....

[@jervishettrick2752]

would love to see you cover ( My kind of party )..Jason Aldean..

[@TJH3113]

Thank you. I'll check it out.

[@jonnyrocker7919]

Now that's incredible!, thank you for sharing your chops !!! Boom !!! that's it !!!

[@TJH3113]

Thanks. I'm glad you liked it.

[@sheerluckholmes5320]

Hey Troy!!! Always loved this bass line....and those TONES!!!

[@TJH3113]

Hey Keith!

[@sheerluckholmes5320]

TJH3113 ....you know my secret identity!

[@robertplutchak8571]

Gimme Three Steps bass lesson master class!

[@TJH3113]

Thanks Robert!

[@MrDsmith1959]

Fantastic young man you always sound clean clear and in the pocket a lot of times better than the recording. Thanks,also not a whole lot of talking just straight to the tune.

[@TJH3113]

Thank you very much.

[@stephenfish3297]

You are a phenomenal Player Bro!

[@TJH3113]

Thanks Stephen!

[@mdotn9]

I really enjoyed that Troy!! Thanks!!

[@TJH3113]

I'm glad you liked it.

[@crashkamio5819]

Killer as always! Never realized the amount of intricacies with this one. I always knew it was a line that moved around quite a bit, but theres some cool rhythmic and melodic stuff I never caught. Good stuff!

[@TJH3113]

Thanks. Yes, this bass line definitely has more than meets the ear.

[@rexcwb]

Great job and great tone, man !!!!

[@TJH3113]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it.

[@marvinewilliams8281]

Great info. I wondered about your citeria for selection. Thanks for sharing.

[@TJH3113]

Thanks for watching.

[@metalworx4765]

Great bass cover as always! Been listening to this track and Ed King’s bass line since the 70’s! Leon’s bass lines are spot on as well. Like Leon’s playing on “You Got That Right” solid groove!

[@TJH3113]

Thanks a lot. “You Got That Right” was one of the toughest songs I've ever learned.

[@JohnBodoni]

Definitely #3. Geddy Lee playing Southern Fried Rock lol

[@TJH3113]

Haha.

[@ricknicosia2015]

what a beautiful 4000.....that empty spot where the neck PU is on my 4001 always made it look incomplete. I still install BadAss bridges on all my basses, but old school now; don't see too many anymore. Great chops as always!

[@TJH3113]

Thanks, it's actually a 4003 that I modified a bit. Thanks a lot.

[@miltonchavez1262]

Nice job Troy! I am learning this bass line and this video is helping me make sense of the standard notation sheet music I am using.

[@TJH3113]

Thanks. That's great to hear!!!

[@lauraweiss7875]

I’m learning this song right now, and listening to you play it is helping me visualize technique.

[@TJH3113]

Great to hear! I hope you found it useful.

[@tonymerritt7141]

Ronnie Van Zandt and the band actively pursued Leon Wilkerson to be their bass player as at that time Leon was the best bass player in Jacksonville. Thanks for adding all the “bits”. Beautiful cover.

[@TJH3113]

Again, very interesting. Thanks a lot.

[@denniss2937]

I am a guitarist that has volunteered to play bass in our band, since I own a bass and amp. Bass players are hard to find in the southern tier of NYS. Anyway, dogcow666 is right. If you arent listening to Geddy, most of the bass is lost in the mix. It's very hard to pick these lines out. If I cant hear something, I just look for you, to see if you have posted it. BTW, back in 1981, I had a Blue 4001, and a Peavy Mark IV bass rig. Damn I miss that them. So, here is a big thank you, for the work you put into posting these. I hope you make a butt load of youtube money! :-)

[@TJH3113]

God bless you for shouldering the load. Thanks for the kudos, I really try to get as many of the small details of these bass-lines as I can into my covers and I'm glad you've found some of them useful. Gotta love Peavey, don't you? I don't make a cent off of my channel. I love to play and am happy to give it away.

[@xavierreyes8326]

I stumbled into ur channel and as a musician I must say I enjoyed the video very much

[@TJH3113]

Awesome, thank you!

[@druidmeats]

oh man i haven’t heard this song in a boy minute dude! i never really listened to the bass line on this one, didn’t know it was this busy!

[@TJH3113]

Hope you liked it. Thanks, me too.

[@rayjones3212]

Nice job as usual, Troy. I never knew that bass line was so complex. I know that when I played it (oh so many years back) I left at least 50% of it out.

[@TJH3113]

Thank you. Yeah, I was surprised myself when I finally realized all that was going on. I use to play it the same as you back then.

[@Endureth]

That is a crazy bass line. Nicely done.

[@TJH3113]

It is, isn't it? Thank you.

[@aquablue66]

Wow! Great job!!

[@TJH3113]

Thanks a lot.

[@menom7]

As TurtleShoe wrote here...........I've always LOVED reading your descriptions before deciding to LISTEN to the cover you've chosen!!! By FIRST READING what You have wrote,I somehow feel more "involved" within your video,as I enjoy watching it!!! This has been true for me,since I FIRST started watching your videos many,MANY years ago!!! (the actual "number" we'll just keep between US,eh? LOL.) Anyway.........Brilliant as Always My Friend!!! Oh..........and if your curious..........I was on the road today,listening to the song "Two Different Views" by the 80's band "The Fixx" and I have an AWESOME Stereo system in my truck,that's set to pick up and focus in on the Basslines of most songs while still equalizing the sounds of all the other instruments/voices! Anyway,that song has a REALLY unique and cool sounding bassline to it,so if Your ever bored on which song to do next,there ya go!!! Lol. Yes,I know You don't take "requests" from commenters,so no pressure. Just a thought!!! Well done Troy,as always!!! :)

[@terryrollins1973]

I played in a classic rock band when I was a teen and this song screwed me up every time!! This is fantastic now I can learn it the right way lol, amazing work as always 👏

[@Texasboots]

Awesome Troy! Great tone on that bass!👍

[@TJH3113]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it.

[@billsmith2212]

Good to see someone using all 4 fingers , few open strings , no pick and executing the fingering in a tight , logical way . But " whatever works " for you .

[@TJH3113]

Thank you?

[@wilbertcook5076]

Simply awesome Troy !!! Glad you took the time to record and post it and your ending was great!!! Keep up the great postings ✌🏻

[@TJH3113]

Thank you very much. I'll try.

[@pmdinaz]

Number 3 decision maker made it sound great! I never knew i was playing this so wrong. Thanks for the amazing lesson! Troy as I've typed these words before, you give me inspiration. Thank you.

[@TJH3113]

Thank you so much for the kind words.

[@CindyDC]

Awesome !!! We loved it ! I love the sound of that Ric, perfict for this song... Way cool ✌😎

[@TJH3113]

Thanks a lot Cindy.

[@kennet7837]

This is a really fun song to play!

[@TJH3113]

It is, isn't it?

[@greenoak1]

And that’s what they call jamming!

[@douglaswiegmann4304]

Love the bass tone! Great job!

[@TJH3113]

Thanks a lot!

[@fredoaksmusicheavyonthebas6010]

Well here's another one I'm learning haha. It's crazy that you've covered most of these. You make it so much easier to learn. I would be playing it as the 13 year old Troy played it if I had to learn it off the album. Thanks again

[@TJH3113]

Great to hear. I'm glad you are finding some of the videos helpful. Thanks for letting me know. Take care!

[@teeview5201]

The triplets are awesome!!

[@TJH3113]

Do you meant the hammer-ons?

[@teeview5201]

@@TJH3113 Thanks for the reply. I'm just starting to play bass in earnest after a 47-year hiatus and am still learning terminology, among other basics. At 0:15-0:16 and 0:24-0:25 you play three notes very quickly - 1/16 notes as I understand them or maybe even shorter notes. You do this many times during the track. It was my impression that playing three notes that quickly in succession was called a "triplet." And, BTW, I've never heard them in the original track before. So, this video expanded my thought processes on how I should be listening to or interpreting the music. Thanks again.

[@TJH3113]

Ah, thanks for explaining. I'm self-taught and often make up terms for what I'm doing and am often corrected by viewers. In any case, the riffs you are referring to are definitely 3 notes in quick succession and they are definitely on the recording. As a young player, those things blew right by me and, only now, in my later years, have I grasped some of the finer points of these incredible bass lines. The thing about most Skynyrd bass lines is that you can get away with playing a stripped down version and still have it sound just fine.

[@craigschuppe9896]

Great bass covers I live not far from bethel woods my mom just went to see lynard Skynyrd and she loved this cover you did well done sir hats off to you 😀

[@TJH3113]

Thank you very much. I hope she had a good time at the show.

[@ejalam66399]

ur freakin awsome !!very thankfull for your vids learn so much.

[@TJH3113]

Thank you for the very kind words Emmett.

[@ejalam66399]

@@TJH3113 yes Sir ..as a bass player your vids are priceless to me always many thanks..

[@kikstand2011]

Loved it! It waz interesting to see you play the verse figure on the open A string.....as I always just play most of the entire song in the 5th position. Less moving, esp since you already have so many other shifts to deal with. Very cool. I think the line behind the "solo" is the most underrated part of this song, and something alot of guys never take the time to learn....and instead just play another verse. It makes the song. Hell.....the bass IS this song. Great job on an old standard!

[@TJH3113]

Yeah, I think I was saving myself the stretch by doing that. The change in the bass-line under the guitar solo is a key component that really makes the part more interesting, I think. Thanks a lot.

[@KreaperSlayer]

great song, always loved it!

[@TJH3113]

Thank you.

[@Donn713]

Another amazing cover Troy! I really enjoyed that one :D I never could pick out all those embellishments off of the vinyl I learned from back in the day. Thumbs up for choosing the Rick too! You brought new life to this song. Rock On!!!!!!

[@TJH3113]

Thanks. Yeah, I don't know if I couldn't hear them back then or if I just didn't want to hear them. Thanks again.

[@Kuhlyedascope69]

totally a song to strive for if your looking to be an effective bassist.. . . awesome job dude

[@TJH3113]

Thanks.

[@THEATREofPAIN270]

Excellent as always my good dude. 😎👍

[@TJH3113]

Thank you very much.

[@davidschrader3257]

Really nice job brother! I never learned it properly and have to play it tonight! Now I know I'll be good with it...I'll send my tip jar cut your way...lol

[@TJH3113]

Thanks David! Hope it goes well!

[@Soccerdude7330Official]

Perfection as always my friend!

[@TJH3113]

Thank you kindly.

[@hughes2397]

Amazing work as always brother! I've always been a huge Lynyrd Skynyrd fan, and I cut my teeth on a lot of their songs as well. Leon Wilkinson was another influence on the bass for me, because I always loved his playing style. I thought the Ric was a very nice choice for that song! It has that growly punch very similar to a Jazz. I thought it's tone fit the song very well! As always, I thoroughly enjoyed your video! I also must say, that you really inspire me a great deal, thank you sir!

[@TJH3113]

Thanks. Yes, Leon was an amazing player.

[@azareelzedek9730]

Rock steady brother!

[@TJH3113]

I'm tryin'!

[@rixpix2957]

Ok, I've watched this four times now. Guess I'd better comment . 😁 Superb sir! Gotta watch again. Later man!

[@TJH3113]

It's about time you commented! Thank you and have a great day.

[@rixpix2957]

TJH3113 😁. Thanks brother. You too!

[@pinkmomba69]

Good song, good cover

[@TJH3113]

Yes... and thanks.

[@IntoTheBass]

We enjoy your stories as much as your music.

[@TJH3113]

I'm glad to hear it. Thanks. I'm afraid to see what I wrote about on this one.

[@IntoTheBass]

@@TJH3113 Ha! - It's all good. :-)

[@jmiller3298]

Nice one.

[@TJH3113]

Thanks.

[@AlowishusMud]

Hell yeah! That's a nice rickenbacker also!

[@TJH3113]

Thanks!

[@estimatora1419]

Nice job

[@TJH3113]

Thanks!

[@gizmocatblackpilled6921]

Good job Troy. Meow.

[@TJH3113]

Once again, thank you.

[@jeffkrebs]

I have learned so much from your channel but I'm walking away for an hour - I'm pulling my hair out trying to play it like you.

[@TJH3113]

Thanks a lot. You'll get their. All it takes is time and patience, practice and repetition.

[@davidellsworth9136]

Ed would be proud!! Standing on a chair with my lighter raised high!

[@TJH3113]

You think? Careful now.

[@rodolphobradaci7902]

Perfect! Thanks!

[@that1runk492]

Such a great bass line, I've been meaning to learn this one just for shits and giggles, your Rick sounds great.

[@TJH3113]

It is, isn't it? You should go for it.

[@rickrolli7091]

It's got this cool punchy mid-range sound.

[@brancarr1]

That Rick sounds great Troy! Played just like Leon did in the studio.

[@TJH3113]

Thanks!

[@6423nintendo]

Jammin!!!

[@TJH3113]

Thanks.

[@pensnut08]

Damn nice!! Love it! I was just playing along with my souped up Squire Jazz (Geddy is in the case for a gig) and the tone of that almost is dead on with yours LOL "Beautiful Girls" by Van Halen would be a good song to cover, IMO

[@TJH3113]

Thanks. Cool. That's a good one, I'll check it out.

[@ognir66]

TJH3113 Heads up Troy, this is a great You Tube site with hundreds of isolated Bass lines. Beautiful girls. kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZpPHZKygh7acsMU

[@CindyDC]

Dang that Ric sounds good !

[@TJH3113]

Glad you think so. Thanks.

[@Algo1]

Oh well...the sound is in the fingers as they say, so even at the times you go with #3 you make it work, perfectly.

[@TJH3113]

Thanks.

[@rileylatinville5840]

Leon Wilkeson was a god 🤘 great stuff

[@TJH3113]

No doubt! Thanks Riley.

[@rileylatinville5840]

@@TJH3113 omg I didn't know you would reply lol your a big inspiration man keep up the good work bass brother ❤️

[@TJH3113]

@@rileylatinville5840 I'm still trying to keep up with responding to comments. Thanks so much for the kind words. Take care, Riley!

[@rileylatinville5840]

@@TJH3113 thanks man have a good one bud, keep rockin 🤘

[@MegaBassfunk]

Ed King baby!

[@TJH3113]

Yeah!

[@CindyDC]

We was watch'n this and i said damn he has fingers as long as pumpkin head 😅 will said he really need that mask of pumpkin head 😯

[@TJH3113]

Actually, I would say that my hands are on the smaller side.

[@CindyDC]

TJH3113 😅 lol troy.. Really didnt mean it in a bad way 😄 i wish i could stretch 3 or 4 frets wide, i wouldn't have to move my hand so much ,,, we good ?

[@TJH3113]

I didn't take it in a bad way. No worries. I'm surprised that I can get around as well as I do with these hands and I'll sometimes point that out to people who say that their hands are small.

[@CindyDC]

Thats cool... Sence I've started put'n my thumb on the back of the neck ive been able to stretch my (very weak pinky) to the third fret away.. But most the time ill just move my ring finger to it 😁 wish i did have the experience you do...

[@alanbryant8085]

What bass fits the best for southern rock music the best. And amplification if you would. Love all your videos. Have learned tons.

[@TJH3113]

Most basses could work for Southern Rock, but I'd say you can't go wrong with a Jazz, a Precision, or a Thunderbird. I've been out of the amp game for too long to weigh in on that, but anything that will amplify your bass will do. No need for anything too boutique. Think Fender (Rumble series), Peavy, Ampeg... Thanks so much and take care!

[@tylerverheggen6877]

You've been doing a bit more pop-ish stuff and it made me think of Danger Danger by Dalbello (she was big in Canada in the 80s). I think it was played with a pick but it's worth a listen just for the bass tone

[@TJH3113]

I don't think I've ever heard it, but I'll check it out. Thanks for the suggestion.

[@thetinyitalian2595]

I've never been a huge Skynyrd fan but I've always fancied this bass line lol. Sounds great! I'm kinda surprised you haven't done Roller by April Wine.

[@TJH3113]

Me neither. Glad you liked it, thanks. I don't think I've ever heard that song but I'll try to check it out. I've got a cover of "Just Between You and Me" off to the side that I didn't do such a great job on, but I'll probably post it at some point.

[@shayb7566]

That Rick sounds amazing

[@TJH3113]

Glad you like it. Thanks.

[@hoolyboy]

Another nice one! Hey, I saw you were at a Fab Faux show. Any chance of you doing some Will Lee? Carnaval and Free time by Spyro Gyra would be a good place to start...

[@TJH3113]

Thanks. I did not know he played with Spyro Gyra. I'll check it out.

[@hoolyboy]

TJH3113 Those be the album names, hahaha....many great tunes on those recordings.

[@joelperry8187]

I have two months to learn this. Leon Wilkeson is not a joke and neither is this busy bass line. But it's doable. Ok, I start today. Thanks.

[@TJH3113]

You've got this. And don't be afraid to leave out some of the frillier embellishments, I don't think he played those live.

[@joelperry8187]

@@TJH3113 I feel like I need a teacher right next to me, spoon feeding the whole way through the song.

[@koismech]

Epic! Skynyrd 4ever! U are the guy!!!!!! Any suggestions for amp settings to get this tone? P or J bass?

[@TJH3113]

Thank you! I wish I could help, but I'm really not much of a tone/tech guy. I just turn the knobs until I like what I hear.

[@lastcall170]

The only bassist who plays patterns and postions the correct way IMO. Never using those dreaded OPEN STRINGS. I only aspire to learning songs from watching you and for That reason! 😉

[@TJH3113]

You know, I don't think there's ever a right or wrong way (or position) to play a song, so long as all of the notes are right. But, as I've gotten older, my appreciable for fretted notes has grown. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment.

[@Twobarpsi]

Gimme three steps, mister!

[@TJH3113]

Right on!

[@CindyDC]

Could you do a tutorial on this ? So wish I could play this as smooth as you,. ❤️

[@TJH3113]

I'll give it some thought. Thanks Cindy.

[@Kombo-us8ru]

I really like the idea of the 4003s --> 4000 conversion. That's the stock bridge pup? It sounds a lot beefier than mine.

[@Kombo-us8ru]

I read the rest of the description right after posting this. Great work as usual!

[@TJH3113]

So you got it...this p/u is a replacement. The Doobie Bros. covers that I did with this bass have the stock p/u and my "Entre Nous HD" actually had a Guild pick up which is how the bass stands now.

[@Kombo-us8ru]

I dig it.

[@ZiggyDude777]

I see that you are not using the "Deluxe" of the RIC. Different inlays and the binding. The 5 string version is only available the basic way (thus I learned the difference when buying a Ric 5, Deluxe was not available.) So surprised to see a 4 string version not deluxe. Any reason why?

[@TJH3113]

I'm not a fan of Rickenbacker basses. The only time I really like them is when I don't have one. Once I get one I'm reminded of what I don't like about them. I'd sold my previous Ric, saw this one, liked the way it looked and bought it. I tried my best to turn it into something I could live with , but wound up selling it. I actually prefer the look of these basses (4003S) to the 4003.

[@joelcamargo374]

Hi man, congrats for the great covers.....please do Midnight train to Georgia or Plastic Doll by Angie Bee

[@TJH3113]

Thank you. I'll check them out.