Bass Teacher REACTION | Charles Berthoud SHREDS Metallica Covers - I QUIT!!! Brilliant Arrangements!

[@LowEndUniversity]

......Well, should I react to Davie504 now?

[@vicariotamara808]

I would say.. YES

[@Vincent_Roy]

To ask the question is to answer

[@SheWasAsking4it]

Davie is good, but Charles is my favorite youtube bassist. Sorry, Mark 😉 jk, but you've been killing it with these reaction vids. Love hearing your opinions on these guys.

[@SheWasAsking4it]

My two favorite Primus songs are IS IT LUCK? and LEE VAN CLEEF, either song is not necessarily part of their big hits.

[@bennybooboo6789]

Absolutely. Especially his response video to Deadmau5 saying a song was "impossible"

[@CharlesBerthoud]

Thanks for the kind words!! Really enjoyed your analysis, you’re 100% right about tapping - you’ve got to have the raw sound be nice and clean otherwise effects really won’t help much. And to clarify how many fingers I use when tapping - those fast flurries I usually don’t get the pinkies involved but more melodic, slower stuff the pinkies can help a lot

[@adleradler1982]

Next level bass!Amazing!

[@PiePlayzBASS]

You are amazing Mr.BASS

[@LowEndUniversity]

Aw, thanks for stopping by man. Appreciate the kind words. Keep doing what you do, we're all here for it! Keep in touch!

[@Vincent_Roy]

I always have the dilemma of either practicing with my whole effect chain on to get used to them, or going with a clean signal to get the technique as flawless as possible without « cheating ». Practicing both ways is important probably.

[@PiePlayzBASS]

@@LowEndUniversity he is definitely amazing!

[@ToIsleOfView]

I agree. Berthoud is a prodigy. His original music is setting new highs in music creativity. I want him performing his music live for millions of listeners.

[@donmcglothlin841]

Charles is the most skilled and creative player out there Just amazing how he does it

[@tarantulamadness6191]

My dad is a bassist, I'm a guitarist, and he swears on his life Charles has to be the best bass player in the world.

[@gianthills]

Well, much of what he does would never apply to a real world context. Those hammerons and so forth wouldn't even be audible in a band situation.

[@Peggy_Glazer]

@@gianthillstrue but on a real situation he would be more like jaco or Wooten where the bass is the center of it all.

[@gianthills]

@@Peggy_Glazer you wouldn't be able to hear most of it if he did any of his tricks in a band. He is playing a piano on a bass and without all the effects, guaranteed it sounds like crap. Also everything he plays are rehearsed compositions. He wouldn't even know where to begin in a jazz context. this is why he plays only in his room.

[@americasolloe7075]

​@@gianthillsCharles forever bro 🛐

[@brian_e1313]

Charles is one of the people who I watch and then wonder why I'm even bothering trying to learn 😆

[@LowEndUniversity]

As much as I agree, just remember at one point, he was where you were too! Keep at it, and just always have fun playing. There will always be someone insanely good just around the corner, like Charles! 😅

[@BigS67]

Mark Twain said ..."comparison is the death of joy......." just play to be the best YOU can be and enjoy the journey ....as long as you find it fun just keep going ...

[@dmitripogosian5084]

@@BigS67 But the other side is that your listeners have to experience joy as well. And it is a downside of the modern age - listeners have the very best at their fingertips. And we are loosing an ability to enjoy less perfect local artists

[@f.b.jeffers0n]

Dude... CB is one of this centuries GOATS on bass, imo... I've been following him for years, and his originals are something else you'd enjoy, if you don't already

[@peterwilson9165]

He's a great player but it's monotonous

[@ronniarbitiaas3095]

@@peterwilson9165 By monotonous I guess you mean he plays only amazing stuff, nothing else?

[@peterwilson9165]

@@ronniarbitiaas3095 yeah

[@SmootHisMajesty]

@@peterwilson9165 to each their own i suppose

[@Max-kw2hp]

Century GOAT is an oxymoron

[@MKDumas1981]

Charles is the kind of bassist that inspires me to get better. At kazoo.

[@MetalSlug-ev5wu]

Yeh man. Dude’s so good it’s de-motivational.

[@martinroberts8571]

Two things always impress me about Charles' videos. I could spend 100 years practicing and I might be able to play one of his tracks, but it won't be as crystal clear and Charles will have another epic arrangement out every week in-between

[@LowEndUniversity]

Hahaha, so true. By the time I get one video down, he'll have 10 more online!

[@django-unchained]

Completely agree that his arrangement is extremely high level and the most valuable skill. He write his own covers showing he is a great songwriter. Anyone can learn to play a cover, few can write excellent music taking full advantage of the given instruments.

[@StamfordBridge]

I’m a non-musician, so take my opinion with a grain of salt on this, but what blows me away when I hear a bassist or guitarist on Charles’ level is the fluidity and seeming effortlessness, no matter how complex the playing is. With highly skilled but lesser bassists and guitarists, I find myself straining a little while listening, unwittingly willing the player to make it through. With a player like Charles, I am filled with confidence and just sit back and enjoy the pure poetry as it emanates from his instrument.

[@iamrubenmes]

This is precisely it

[@keithdoerksen889]

Dude you absolutely crushed this comment!!! Everyone else is falling down the same rabbit hole and going gaga (for legit technical reasons!!!), and you took a totally different perspective. Every musician who has ever performed live knows exactly what it feels like to just try and "will" your way through it and keep your shit together. it's not just the quality of the playing, it's the ease and "effortless", as well

[@StamfordBridge]

@@keithdoerksen889 Thanks!

[@leewright7623]

⁠poetic description 👍

[@BuildTheSandbox]

Charles could literally just be a midi synth in a human body... No one knows for sure.

[@Charles2112pp]

😂 I always think his stuff is impressive to watch, but unfortunately sounds like a shitty midi file from the 80's so then I never want to actually listen to him play.

[@refusetolose05]

What gets me is the confidence and the ease. That comes with countless hours. " trying really hard" slows you down and adds a tension. Charles is amazing.

[@michaelnancyamsden7410]

Charles has put in the hours on top of amazing musicality. Glad to hear you comment. A bass teacher would really know how gifted he is. Thank you.

[@rikosborne1212]

I never get tired of listening to Charles.

[@edennard1]

I’m already wore out listening to this ..

[@johndeeregreen4592]

Cliff's use of syncopated triplets makes a lot of early Metallica basslines very difficult to play perfectly. The fact is, in some places, it sounds like Charles is doubling up the triplets! Dude is a beast!

[@cgsaint]

This guy is the best bass player on the internet right now

[@ilshatvaleyev]

What??? I'm calling the police!

[@1slotmech]

@@ilshatvaleyev yep, even better than Davie. There, I said it. 😆

[@slamegarobinson]

@@1slotmech way better than Davie, not the same league at all

[@robdubent]

@@1slotmech davie for comedy over skill… Charles for both

[@Thepeanutgallery666]

​@@ilshatvaleyev😂 I think Davie is amazing.

[@Seebeejeebees]

Charles, in my opinion, is the greatest bass player alive. I know plenty will disagree, but I'm just unable to find anyone who can match his clean style and his insane compositions. Watching him grow on YT has been an incredible journey.

[@Thedoug369]

I totally agree, probably the most talented musician in general as well. The guy can play anything.

[@davespargo5944]

Good opinion. I've checked out Les, Wooten, and a whole list of others, and none of them really catches my attention. Then CB fires up...WOW... his clarity, precision, tone, well, just everything is ''How it was meant to be''. Yes, there have been many good players thru the years, but the there is Charles......The guy is the freak of freaks....

[@judyi.7015]

I agree completely!!! No one is better!!!

[@SCHTRAM]

@@Thedoug369 I mean do I think he's one of the most talented/good bass players around? yes. Most talented musician? Have you heard of Jacob Collier? That guy is an alien.

[@ernestryles]

@@SCHTRAMbut Jacob’s music isn’t really listenable for a lot of people. That’s the issue

[@thedadams6237]

Charles is the GOAT. Thanks for this video.

[@bigsilverorb3492]

Holy crap, what a great name. "Low End University." Bass players unite! Subscribed.

[@LowEndUniversity]

Aw, thanks friend!! Appreciate you!

[@williamroark]

The “FAST FLURRIES” make my HEAD EXPLODE!!! 🤯 Charles is just AMAZING!!🤩🤩🤩🤩💜

[@butterfer0808]

You can argue that guys like Victor Wooten have more mastery over the musicality of the instrument, but Charles is the greatest bass player to ever live in terms of raw, technical ability.

[@chrisschmedel]

Not only do the arrangements just baffle me, but the amount of videos with insane arrangements and techniques is what puts it over the top to me. Charles puts out around 5 videos/month, so at most with editing/uploading and having a life with his fiancée/wife, he probably dedicates 3-4 days on an arrangement like this if he doesn't work on videos at the same time.

[@haraldpettersen3649]

Charles is one of my absolute favourites, whatever the instrument

[@robertgibbs5488]

Yeah he mastered the double, triple and quadruple thump. All his videos are so fun to watch and listen. Super nice and humble guy too. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@heavyagnelli1973]

He is a freak of nature.

[@CatDaddyGuitar]

As a guitarist who follows many different musicians, from metal to jazz, I've followed Charles for a number of years because of his playing being so precise, melodic and just down-right badass. He's a damn good guitarist and pianist, too! His brain must run at a higher RPM than mine 😂

[@CatDaddyGuitar]

AND he's a very down to earth cool dude.

[@lougubrious9624]

Thank you, this is what Ii have been talking about with Charles for ages. His greatest skill is transposing nearly any melody to the bass.

[@SheWasAsking4it]

Charles has mentioned a few times he is heavily inspired by Cliff.

[@1oolabob]

Charles' hand movements always look incredibly economical to me. In the really fast passages, his right hand doesn't seem to be working hard at all; just very precisely and effectively. Makes me think of so many great bassists, sounding perfect and looking totally relaxed.

[@MellonVegan]

12:07 Did not expect to hear the name Michael Manring here, absolutely stunning bassist and composer.

[@Bagelrob399]

@MellonVegan After reading your comment I ask myself "Who the hell is Micheal Manning, never heard of him". Well I am a guitar player, not a pro. I played a lot in clubs when I was younger. But I enjoy watching talented players of any musical instrument. That was a good suggestion of you that I'll use for future reference. I love listening to music performed by the best players of any instrument because I love music.

[@Asthmos]

his technique is wild. it's so refined and tightened to the point of minimalistic movements and perfect clean playing while somehow maximizing volume. transitions, fluid. composition, fluid. all this fluid, no wonder those riffs are so juicy!

[@Untrainedpilot1]

Primus recommendation. Tommy the Cat live at Bonaroo. One of my favorites where u can see him and the band playing. Sound quality is good too. I’m.a big fan of Charles too!

[@LowDownPlayersTV]

You are of my Bass heroes, Ive bought your books, and enjoyed your work with your progressive band. And watching you react to Charles its a huge lesson of what been humble is. Thanka for inspiring me to get beyond the bass adn incorporating harmony into my Bass playing. Grettind from the Dominican Republic 🇩🇴🤘

[@donbishop6994]

10,000 hours doesn't even come close. Charles has to be one of the best living bass players in the world, and hes so young. Imagine him in 20 more years.

[@bblass82]

I was in Boston in August of 2019 and got to see Charles playing live in Faneuil Hall. I was like what the heck is going on here. I watched him for awhile then bought his CD. He was just as chill and friendly as he seems in his videos.

[@LowEndUniversity]

Nice! 💙

[@Netsuko]

It's really evident how much of DOOM's music was inspired by Metallica, especially when listening to this version. Dude has the accuracy of a MIDI file. It's insane.

[@davecomstock9544]

Mark, Thanks for the great observations on what makes Charles so special. And kudos to you for your work in Scale The Summit: I enjoyed seeing you on STS's Adventure Metal Tour in Walnut Creek, CA back in 2012.

[@timothyt34]

I’m literally singing the song with the melody, this is truly an amazing cover. Great job Charles

[@depublished]

It's not only practice. It's practicing the right thing. Charles nails it.

[@Meeckle]

See the smile on Charles Berthoud's face, clearly has a great love for his craft. And never looks like it's in any way a struggle!

[@delbomb3131]

The harp twins have talked pretty frequently about the arrangements being the most difficult part of what they do. Hearing them talk about it changed how i looked at these solo instrument covers. Really cool stuff

[@lusario2650]

no matter how much praise is heaped upon CB's name.....it'll never as much as he deserves.

[@cliffdiver1965]

He is a beast, incredibly talented, with lots of hard work thrown in.

[@cavendermary3954]

I would think Charles is thinking on his feet as he plays which is very thoroughly creative!!❤❤❤❤

[@slithery9291]

I 100% agree. Charles' arrangements are always incredible.

[@chrisc765]

The technical stuff charles does is amazing but, his musicianship and composing ability is what i think is amazing. SICK

[@commonsensehill372]

Charles is playing bass on a whole other level. If you like his playing, buy his merch and his tunes. Help support this phenomenal musician.

[@robdubent]

I bought his ‘Id tap that’ shirt 😂

[@kyleheaser351boombaby]

This is unreal amazing!!! Removing the vocals and having this exact recording by itself... hits way harder and better than the original haha. So good

[@Duh6666666]

I always enjoy your reactions, Charles is, at the moment, the El Estapario Siberiano of bass, a sublimely talented individual who has practiced non-stop since the first time he touched his first bass, such dedication is admirable.

[@courtlaw1]

Charles is one of the best bass players of our generation. Everything he arranges is Epic.

[@AtlasJotun]

Fun breakdown, Charles is so good it's demoralizing lol. Primus would be awesome, Wynona's Big Brown Beaver and Jerry Was a Racecar Driver are my two favorite basslines (I find the latter to be friggin' impossible to replicate, Les is a mad genius).

[@nickp8659]

I've always been impressed with how Charles can stay in time and play pretty much....anything iaround the song he's already playing

[@draakisback]

Charles is a master. I'm a guitar and piano player and I've dabbled in bass but every video by Charles makes me want to go out and buy a ton of basses and just become a dedicated bass player. I prefer acoustic guitar (I've had my Ovation Adamas for 20 years now) and my playing is very influenced by players like kaki King and Michael hedges; Charles got me to perfect my slapping and work on new tapping techniques. He's probably one of the best bass players right now; period. In my mind, hrs up there with the likes of Victor Wooten.

[@mattdrummond9087]

Im a guitar player and a drummer. I have played music for a long long time and iv never seen anything like this dude. Just incredible playing.

[@epicragegaming2016]

for me the craziest thing about charles is how precise and clear every single note he plays is. doesn't matter how fast or slow, every single note is clear as day.

[@rw218]

The burst on your bass, with that amazing quilted top is absolutely gorgeous

[@howelingmadwolf9415]

His playing is elite lvl. It is his imaginative arrangement style that makes him a a god

[@Herbert1062]

After seeing @CharlesBerthoud played in you, it made me immediately subscribe to his channed! Man me as I normal guitar player, really loved how he arrange all songs he comes up with.

[@rediscoveringamerica3003]

Charles is a master that cannot be equaled. Love seeing your review and dissection of his style. I'm personally blown away at the beauty and complexity of his playing, and always get a good laugh when someone (like Davie504) attempts to outplay him and fail.

[@martinmix7464]

As for Primus songs to look at, instead of the regulars (Tommy the Cat, DMV, Jerry, etc.) hit some more eclectic stuff like Electric Uncle Sam, Fisticuffs, and while not Primus, Claypools version of The Awakening is another great one to check out. Love that you're checking out Berthoud, he really is next level technically and his musicality is on par with his technical ability. Amazing musician!

[@MichaelMaxwell747]

I think you nailed it with the statement that went something like, more than his excellent technique, you are impressed with his arrangement skills. I have thought this for some time. I used to think I was cool to play the bass line to James Bond or Dragnet. In Charles Berthoud's version of the Bond Theme he incorporates the strings and other instruments on the bass almost like The Call of Ktulu by Metallica. I take pride in playing easy, steady, bass parts well and being able to play a little more complicated stuff when it is right for the song but Charles and Davey and approximately 100,000 extremely talented young ladies and gentlemen on youtube are a marvel to behold. It is not necessarily a competition all the time thank goodness for me, lol.

[@sethklemba]

Also making the low low noted sound so distinguished is impressive. I listen for clean lows, and he hits em all so well.

[@AaronWhite-s1i]

I read Charles has logged over 20,000 hours of practice, for a kid his age that's incredibly impressive! Awesome stuff all the way around.

[@_names_]

you woulda loved his version of hotel california. i really did and it sucks it was taken down.

[@ericmacintire6540]

I kid you not. Charles is the sole reason why I bought my Ibanez mikro bass two months ago. I literally just picked up the bass and wanted to learn it because of him

[@perceptoshmegington3371]

Charles, his mind and the bass are essentially one organ at this point.

[@dragonmac1234]

I would love to see a Primus video, my personal favourite songs include American Life, Wynona's Big Brown Beaver, Lee Van Cleef, Lacquer Head, Tommy The Cat and Jerry Was A Race Car Driver.

[@EtoDemerzelSpaceBurial]

I love watching his videos and also hate watching them because he’s too good hahah!

[@LowEndUniversity]

LOL! Great point 😅

[@judyi.7015]

Charles is amazing beyond words!! Pure genius! I'd love to know how many hours he has put into practice since he first began playing bass. It totally shows his passion and dedication!!! ❤

[@fraurabe2872]

Around 20.000, he has a video on that 😅

[@judyi.7015]

Thank you for that information, Frau Rabe!! I believe it completely! 😁

[@tarantulamadness6191]

@@fraurabe2872 Dang, that gives me hope lol, Lethamyr, an old rocket league esports player, has 14k hours on rocket league, and it shows that you do continually get better if you don't give up.

[@joannalewis5279]

So glad a bass player reacted to him

[@LowEndUniversity]

Doing my part, Joanna! 🙏🏼

[@daveowens271]

That, folks...is what practice will get you. Charles is a master of masters.

[@Bagelrob399]

I have been playing guitar for years. I was serious about it but now I am 60 I just don't have the drive I use to have. So I haven't learned anything new for years now, and I go for weeks without playing a single note. After watching young cats like Charles I kinda tell myself I should host a guitar bonfire for all the people like myself because we will nevet get to this skill level of playing our instrument. But then a friend reminds me that having a hobby I enjoy will help keep me more sane even though I will never get close to Charles ability, he is a prodigy. I see you are probably thinking similar thoughts realizing you will probably never get to this level. Keep playing because your love of music. That's where I got off track. I spent too much time playing in clubs and it got old and repetitive so I burned out. I still love music so that is why I brushed the cobwebs off my axe, to give me that hobby I still enjoy.

[@TheWarriorXander]

I love watching and hearing Charles play, he makes his basses absolutely sing. Extremely versatile player too, he plays in so many styles and genres it's incredible. Would love to see you commentate some of Davie504's videos, even if he gets a bit memey with some of it, he's still a fantastic player. Also, asking again to see you check out Olivier Pinard from Cattle Decapitation and Ryan Martinie of Mudvayne and Soften the Glare. Keep up the great content, loving your analysis of our most beloved instrument.

[@KindredBrujah]

Preferred Davie's earlier stuff. Agree that his newer stuff is a lot of things going on and not much playing.

[@MrVolksbeetle]

Without question, Charles is an absolute beast.

[@GuitarsRockForever]

Charlie is one of the best ever bass master and musician ever lived.

[@MauricioLJ]

Indeed! Charles Berthoud is a Bass Monster!

[@bacongl]

Wow, I only now realized you were in one of my favorite bands of all time Scale the Summit. The Migration was a masterpiece. Been watching your channel for awhile and I never put 2 and 2 together. I guess that explains the 6 string Warwick you busted out recently. Much respect bro. I absolutely adore your tone.

[@LowEndUniversity]

Aw, thank you so much for that. Means a lot to hear! I look forward to seeing you around, and thanks so much for stopping by. Really made my day. Cheers!

[@LerxstLewis]

Charles Berthoud is absolutely relentless!

[@Julianbarastas0]

Props to you too Low End Uni guy. I been enjoying your content. You got my algorithm number 💯😂

[@LowEndUniversity]

Thank you so much Julian!! Glad to have you here!

[@Julianbarastas0]

@@LowEndUniversity im a bass player metal head/nerd, whos musical influences come from the 2000-2010. This channel was made for my demographic.

[@inthegarage342]

Love this dudes playing. I watch everything he does......which is how I noticed something sneaky. You mentioned how hard it is switching so fast back to slapping? Notice a change in camera angle everytime he does it. Notice how fewer angle changes were in the 2nd video with no slapping. However still probable the best bass player I've ever heard for sure.

[@Bethos1247-Arne]

Victor Wooten mastered music on bass, Charles mastered the tonality. The sounds he get are heavenly.

[@N0Sheeple]

Even though no one can EVER admit it.... BASS WILL ALWAYS BE RELEVANT!

[@DaftyBoi412]

Every time I watch Charls do one of these super fast songs, it looks like it's playing on 2x speed, but I know it's not. It's nuts, they guy is litterally a bass machine!

[@fmdof]

not bad for being the pro on fivver being hired a few times by davie, to now the talk of all bass players on youtube. been great watching him succeed and his channel grow.

[@therealivydawg]

You should watch him do Orion. He plays the guitar part and bass part at the same time.

[@gwendolynmcgrath7697]

I understand him you hear everything in your head, and see it feel it

[@Dejawolfs]

when you watched you were only a teacher, but now, you've become the student!

[@LowEndUniversity]

True! 😅

[@CoolPapaJMagik]

Charles has a video called “this STEEL fretless bass sounds INSANE” and it’s my favorite of his videos. Maybe not as technically skillful as many of his others, but it’s just a great groove and so well put together. It’s an original as far as I know, would love to see you react to that one!! Great video man 🤠👍🏻

[@thejesse]

One of his Shorts is Sound of Silence on the fretless bass. I've watched it sooooo many times.

[@CoolPapaJMagik]

@@thejesse I liked that one too. There’s also another sick one called something like “when they say your bass has too many frets” that I’ve listened to probably over 25 times lol

[@romannosov1791]

Hey, Mark! Dude you should check out Ryan Martinie from Mudvayne. The guy has a very unique style. He also plays in Soften the Glare which is kind of Jazz/Metal fusion thing. "March of the Cephalopods" could be a great tune to analyze.

[@wisdomdb5397]

Agree, that 7:30min riff is the hardest one from Master of Puppets...

[@sethseymour2917]

I bought a Gretsch short scale less than a year and a half ago. I have no formal training. I don't know chords. I can't read music. I can't play actual songs. I CAN go up and down the frets and make up "stuff". I love it! Sure, I'm learning bad habits and crashing all over the place but it's raw, fun and sounds super cool to me. I play every day with it. I can't play. But, I have tremendous fun and satisfaction playing it. Charles inspirers me. Davie does too. So many great musicians are out there. I'm no musician but I hope to be one someday if only for a few minutes a day while I'm playing with my bass. I got a couple of drum videos that I uploaded to KZbin just to show a friend what exactly I was doing with an old junior drum kit. It's hard to watch.

[@michaeltuckerman6983]

Man can you imagine him and El estopia Superior Auto doing a collaboration. Oh my Lord that would be amazing.

[@str11pes]

I love the Jackson! Always been a big fan of alien/emerald burst colors.

[@jonboy700]

Watching a virtuoso in his prime, he's truly the Paganini of the bass.

[@18videowatcher41]

Charles really is something else! 🤘😆 Also, regarding Primus, my personal favorites are The Devil Went Down to Georgia, and Wynona's Big Brown Beaver.

[@rossduncan4431]

This guy is the Eddie Van Halen of bass. Hours and dedication.

[@rogersgonc]

Dude is a beast! Nice video!

[@LowEndUniversity]

Appreciate it!

[@matthewskillo8577]

Yeah Charles has some nice axes and he is definitely amazing.

[@snapshot79]

14:48 no amount of practice will EVER bring me to his level 🤣😓🥲

[@TheGZenia]

Amazing 🤯