How and How Not to Use Compression on a Bass Guitar

[@robinreddick178]

One of the best explanations of compression I've seen/heard. You focused on the result and the "why" of using compression musically. The bass sample waveforms illustrate what's happening very clearly. Thanks!

[@mojoemurphy]

I like using compression after drive pedals. Picks up so much extra goodness and you still get the dynamic flexibility of the drives

[@josephalaguna]

This is best ever explanation I have ever heard. I love how it was related to mom knocking on the door lol.

[@StephenArts]

I thought your beach vs. asphalt comparison was a good word picture. This was a nice overview of compression. Nicely done.

[@bassiclymike]

This was a good tutorial and explained compression well. However I feel it takes the dynamics out (e.g., making ghost notes louder, squishing down peaks). While I feel it does have its place, on all the examples given, I preferred the uncompressed signal. It just seemed cleaner. I really prefer having the wide range of peaks and quiet notes. I work hard on my dynamics and want to hear them as played. This is just my opinion, everyone needs to try things out and do what works best for them.

[@sr5594]

Excellent explanation! Thank you very much. 18:57

[@Stringjoy]

Thanks for watching!

[@jpmaschullo]

Your use of analogy to explain the process is excellent! It teaches without "talking down" to the uninitiated. Great work. I learned a lot.

[@anime5h_m1shr4]

These are wonderful insights. Thank you so much!!

[@Super_Saiyen_Potato]

best vid on compression on youtube. thank you

[@Joeely618]

Excellent explanation! Very good examples! Hooray for our Moms! Thanks, Philip!

[@chrisggoodwin777]

Around the 9 minute mark - how to play Hotel California without getting blocked by Don Henley 😂 overall good video on compression. Definitely a misunderstood and misused effect! This helps for sure

[@JohannesBraunias]

Is this song at 8:45 (Ghost Notes) available to jam to? So cool. Shazam identified it as kzbin.info/www/bejne/fXWwdGawrpWFbqs but it has only similar elements.

[@firepitband23]

During the beginning of the uncompressed slap bass section, is it just me or does it sound like a pop from hitting the pickup?