Why I play a 6 string Bass - 6 String basics, benefits, and philosophy

[@offensive_name6123]

"it's about what it sounds like and having fun" that is the most honest statement ive ever heard

[@dopamining7621]

Straight up vid; super useful. Thanks. Just got a 5 string and loving the high-register soloing, so now curious about 6 string. . . .

[@BooWilson1]

Thanks for watching,

[@japas]

Nice, did you tune it CGDAE?

[@kylemundy8871]

I play a 6 string to get 6x the girls

[@TKDFORCEART]

Kyle Mundy so, 0

[@dsutkin]

If you wanted to get the girls, you shouldn't have become a bass player :-)

[@MrWhitey222]

David Sutkin yep, 6×0=0.

[@sirioviazzi5616]

Yes, so they'll think it's a guitar and think it's actually cool!

[@sarahwhite88]

6x more than a one string? lol

[@olivieraleman]

Nicely articulated....the reasons you stated are why i went to the 6...good job.

[@Noname-qj9fn]

I’m self taught myself and your video is very informative. Thanks for posting it

[@SmoothbassmanStudios]

Love my 6 string. Been playing it for 12 years now. Haven't looked back since I got it.

[@royhoward119]

I love this video so very much! I couldn't possibly agree more! "Play what makes you happy!!". Thank you for saying what I have been feeling in my heart!!

[@BooWilson1]

Thank you!

[@hlokomani]

You can step on the guitarist if you're really good tho🤔

[@BUCKETHEADache]

Yes the other day I was jamming with a friend of mine and he got all mad and said I was challenging him because he couldn't keep up lol

[@joshuae777]

right on

[@offcenterprofilepicture6274]

Guitar plays sometimes need to be stepped on tbh. Musically as well ;3

[@stevepethel6843]

Your playing and honesty are AMAZING...great playing and demonstration and educational philosophy towards that 6 bass

[@BooWilson1]

Thank you!

[@stevepethel6843]

Thank you sir!

[@hamp190]

Out of all the vids I’ve watched to convince myself of buying a 6 string, this one feels the most relatable to me. I’m self taught, I like the comfort of one position, and I think more notes will allow me to express myself more. Thank you for basically being a great salesman😂!

[@IzzatRamadan]

Thanks for the video. I have a 6 string and I have never thought about playing the F on the B string. It's a brave new world!

[@ChrisFohner]

I have the exact same bass, without a doubt one of the best and most comfortable basses I've ever played haha I agree with this video 100%

[@BooWilson1]

Right on, Thanks!

[@garrettnhanson]

What is it?

[@carpepesci]

I also have the exact same bass and it is by far the best playing instrument I've ever had. Although I rarely use the low B, I'd be lost without the high C. Having access to those notes has really opened my playing. I have a background in jazz and that C string allows me to break out my chordal playing.

[@jeremyclifton1448]

That's a great bass! I have the 5-string version of that and it's pretty hard to put down. Totally underrated bass, for sure! Would love to get a 6 to experiment with.

[@vcudderisback9258]

Ranni Kaffar u can get 5 strings with a high c if you’re a stickler about your neck size

[@alexanderjwilde]

Keepin' it real man! The end of the video you brought up a solid point every bass player should get through their head. WHO CARES WHAT ANYONE THINKS!? As a bass player you need to realize you are the glue that holds everything together, like the skeleton of the human body. Let the guitarists and vocalists worry about the dumb crap.

[@bassheart365]

Exactly why I'm playing more 6 string. More notes under my fingers in any given position = more economy of motion and less vertical movement. After spending time on my 6, I honestly believe that 4 string is more difficult for me. I visualize patters much easier on a 6 string. - and don't need to stray too far from the root note, as you point out. The chords are just an added bonus to expand musical expression. BTW, my 6 string is a Dingwall. I think that makes it even easier because of the even string tension and more (for me) ergonomic frets. Plus I have that mosterous 37" b string at my disposal. together with a sweet sounding 33" C.

[@BooWilson1]

Right on, Thanks for sharing and for watching. I hear great things about Dingwall instruments. Only tested a couple. Cheers

[@TonyJ1776]

I just got my 6 string yesterday. I only recently returned to music and after 35 yrs and getting used to the 4 string again, this 6 string is a vast ocean of learning for me. From string spacing to fret location, it's a bit overwhelming at the moment. I hadn't considered what you mentioned with the middle of the neck being less tight than the top frets, great point.

[@MrArtist1971]

Great advice brother! Thanks.

[@tomt8691]

I'm a 6-string bass fan for life.Nice video dude! Great advice also.

[@BooWilson1]

Thanks!

[@chrisbarnette7137]

Great playing and wonderful words of inspiration.

[@andreswaringer1476]

I agree with every word, and the little funk groove he was laying down had me frowned up like I just smelled something nasty and stank😂!

[@craigmoran893]

Very well said man. I recommended to all my students that the 5 is the ultimate bass, and if you wanna play rock or metal that should be your 2nd bass. Some of my students wanted a 6, like mine and i recommended your bass, cheers

[@McGuire40695]

You make some really great points, my man! The whole "I like the more economical positions a 6 string bass offers in a given position." I've been a guitarists for 10 years, and just recently picked up a 4-string bass over the summer. I enjoy the instrument quite a bit, but I would think a 5-string may be more suited for me in the regards of having a Low E-G root note higher up on the finger board in certain applications.

[@BooWilson1]

Thanks! Funny thing is a few years removed from filming this video I am playing a 4 string much more often than my 6. But I thinks its mostly because I just really like this 4 String Ibanez Roadstar II I have. We were born in the same year and I just dig playing it.

[@CARTUNE.]

"Butter-zone", I love that. lol

[@Martinez-kd2cf]

The end information is very important, and I agree completely. I used to bash 6 and 7 string bassists but now I actually enjoy them a lot. It's good to be wise and have an open mind. Much respect for you man

[@BooWilson1]

Thank you, thanks for watching

[@CommanderSp00ky]

Hah, i have a 4 string bass and my uncle is actually talking shit about the G string because it doesn't sound heavy enough and all that shit, i would love to have a 6 string tbh even though i might never get one xD

[@triathlonSDhsp]

100% - Having two octaves vertically works well. I play a 5er strung eadgc. nice vid.

[@zumokumibonsu4501]

Rad-Dad same!

[@spiritzweispirit1st638]

The 6 String Bass' Just Seems Like a Common sense Progression' For Natural Tone Explorers😶👍🎼Peace To You Bro!🖖

[@josephdavis3179]

You kind of touch on the reason I want a 6-string bass -- comfort. For you, it's about facility and location of notes, as you explain quite well here. For me, it's as simple as neck comfort. It doesn't matter if it's Spector, Ibanez, Peavey, etc....if it's a six-string, it's like 2"-plus at the nut, and for my hands that feels awesome. Your point about "authenticity" is well made also. Inspiring video.

[@BooWilson1]

Thanks. I would also have to agree that the feel of the neck on a six is nice. Especially for me since I have pretty large hands. Cheers

[@josephdavis3179]

Yeah, sure. Been thinking about this video all day at my job, and now that I'm home, next bass is a six. I LOVE Carol Kaye. I LOVE Jamerson, Wooten, etc. I've tried. I've REALLY tried with 4's and 5's. In my local shop, I had the sales guy pull down a Fender P MIM, 1.75" (old-school C neck), a DELICIOUS Ibby 5er, and a Spector Legend 6. NOT comparing for tone, etc, as these are quite different basses, obviously....but the neck of the Legend was just IT - same with EVERY 6 I've explored, however briefly. When I'm at a point I wanna give up playing, I always forget about the COMFORT of a 6; I can DEAL with weight (SLINGER STRAPS are excellent). Sometimes ya just gotta learn the hard way what is YOUR ax...part of the beauty of BEING a player to begin with!! LOL

[@tracywilkinson1820]

You're a good player man. Nice vid, you make good points. I play a 6 for pretty much the same reason, when I was a working cat playing side man gigs the 6 gave me flexibility and ease playing patterns from the middle of the neck. I dragged a Carvin around for years, just bought a Modulus 6 and I'm having a blast with it. I'm not by any means a soloist or huge chord guy- I always tell new players "there is no money above the 12th fret". Above all, like you say, have fun and play what feels right for YOU. Peace

[@BooWilson1]

Thanks Tracy, glad you like the video. Super jealous you have a modulus. In fact I have always been interested in carvins too. I am too broke right now but really like the idea of getting one of their newer models. Either the Xcellerator or the Vader. Both look rad. But I love Phil Lesh and Mike Gordon and so I have always wanted a modulus.

[@tracywilkinson1820]

I had to sell my beloved Marcus Miller V to get the Modulus, plus no going out for beers and eating a lot of ramen at home :) Totally worth it! It's a 2006 model that does not have a single scratch on it

[@BooWilson1]

I hear ya, some times you just gotta sell some gear to bring in something new

[@jazzman5950]

Great vid my fellow 6-string player ... I have two Ibanez 6-strings, love em ... keep playin bro, you have the right stuff!

[@BooWilson1]

Thanks Steve,

[@Scarabee80]

Steve Meyer me to I love Ibanez. Wich model of Ibanez do you use?

[@joesmith-wc5qh]

Great perspectives and killer licks thanks

[@kennethyates]

Great video, down to earth, and nice philosophy.

[@BooWilson1]

Thank you, thanks for watching

[@prestonmorgan24]

Love my 6 string I got the same bass as you do but older best thing I have ever bought

[@daltonwynn3786]

Play what makes you feel inspired!... awesome quote!... doesn't matter if it's a 4 string, 6 string, or 12 string. If you enjoy the feel of the instrument and it inspires you to play, then play it. Music isn't mean to fit inside a box, so why should instruments?

[@OGBlackBridge]

I totes agree... but my six string actually does fit inside a box from time to time... Now I'm kind of worried about my musical aspirations... and the fact that I said "totes".

[@Carryon392]

Nice work. Thank you for your thoughts and observations.

[@BooWilson1]

Thank you for watching

[@tjsogmc]

Thanks for sharing. I just picked up a 6-string for $100 and I'm super interested in learning chords and melodies. It seems quite a departure from a standard bass in concept of what it can do.

[@lorenzoluciani7391]

The thing is ibanez is pretty easy to play. They are among the most playable basses , even 6 string basses. But if you take a 6 strings with thr same string spacing of 4 strings basses, it is really hard to play, in particular way if you have to mute the low B.

[@trance9158]

Great video....hadn't thought about it in that manner.

[@sebradfield]

Just caught your video, and it's great! I graduated to a 6 several years ago for a couple of songs in a band I was with, mainly for one run from the 24th fret on the C-string to the 1st fret on the B. I ended up using the high end for a couple of others. I had an Ibanez 506 and had trouble reaching that highest fret, and finally ended up with a Peavey Grind passive six. I've been thinking about a 7-string, with the upper six tuned like a guitar. To that end I got a second Peavey cheap and put on lighter strings, with guitar tuning, and it's a heck of a lot of fun!

[@BooWilson1]

right on, thanks for watching, that definitely sounds fun

[@mattgehringer7292]

Excellent presentation Boo.

[@Vectif]

Thanks a lot for the video. I was just surfing randomly investigating what 6-string bass and I came across this, and I can say I've never seen such a good speech and "philosophical interpretation" of a 6-string bass. I particularly myself was looking into it cause I wanted to take a different approach, I've already been playing a 4-string for about 2 years now - but what I'm mostly interested is in exactly as you said, being creative - I want to try to be different and find my own ways and sounds; also because it seems exotic to me, and in some points even more comfortable. The only thing that's torturing my mind is, how good is slap bass in a 6-string bass? Cause I've had several annoyances when trying a 6-string, like the low B ringin' randomly and so on that I don't know how to deal with; which I think will become a problem in the future if I purchase a 6-string, and if you know about this I'd appreciate if you had some tips on it! :) Once again, thanks a lot for the video - you put it in a very nice view and explained it very well, just like if Extended Range Basses were self-esteem things ha-ha, good psycholgist! Thanks a lot, it was nice to watch, definitely deserve more views and subscriptions than you currently have, keep it up!! Greetings from Argentina, Nicholas.

[@BooWilson1]

Thanks for watching and thanks for the comment. It takes a little while to get used to muting unwanted ringing when you play slap on a 6 string but it is not that big of an issue for me. I play quite a bit of slap on my 6 and I think you can totally get used to it.

[@lovelakland]

Well said bro. You are right in every point. Even about the buttery mid section of the bass. Great video. Please post videos of you playing.

[@BooWilson1]

Hey Thanks, There are a couple videos of my playing on this channel. May add more eventually but not sure. Cheers

[@mikeh66]

GREAT VIDEO! I Really appreciate and like what you said!

[@felixnilbog4517]

Insightful, i havent even considered how much movement i make playing 4 strings.

[@marycircle104]

I appreciate your philosophy on this and this video a lot

[@jamessmith-zk4co]

Great explanation my man. You have the facility to play and stay out of the guitarist way. Thanks for sharing.

[@RyanWright]

Nice video, and nice philosophy. :) I've got me a 6-string on the way right now, can't wait to play around with it some. I've wanted one for the last 10 years or so... haha

[@BooWilson1]

Niice, let me know how it works out for you

[@ajc713]

Great vid. Today I purchased this Ibanez 6.

[@SmithnWesson]

I have an Ibanez 5-string bass. What do you think about those tuners? I am contemplating replacing the tuners. I think I might want a higher gear ratio so that I can get better precision when tuning. One more question if I may. What products do you like to use to clean and shine the bass? Will you use any kind of wax or oil?

[@BooWilson1]

I actually had a tuner fail that I replaced with a Gotoh I believe. Before that fail they had been mostly fine and the bass held tuning well, but the one I put on as a replacement seems to be higher quality. Probably be a nice upgrade if you can afford it. As for your other question I don't really clean my basses too much other than wiping them down with a towel. The finish on my SR506 doesn't really show any smudges or anything. I have scraped some of the hand gunk off the back of the neck over the years tho. With a plastic card.

[@esongsore]

Great video man. You make some good points. At the end of the day, its about good music, even if its on a one string bass..lol. I had a 6, downgraded to a 5 and now play a 4...haha. Keep killin that bass...you sound wonderful

[@BooWilson1]

Thank You!

[@anotakudetective1546]

Currently fighting myself over if I should get an ehb1005ms or an ehb1006ms. I already own a gsr206 so I'm trying to figure out if I really need another 6 string

[@czipendejs]

great words man, respect :)

[@codynakatsukasa5723]

Hey, just asking anyone, I am thinking of getting a six string and the one I found is extremely cheap so I am not burning a ton of money. I play almost all jazz by the way which is why i wanted the high C. I thought the six string neck was pretty comfortable but saw that a lot of people didn't agree, which made me sort of hold off on getting one. Do you think I should get a six string for jazz?

[@lawrencegenereux8567]

Cody Nakatsukasa It takes a little getting used to, but if your hand agility and hand size are average or better you should have no trouble getting comfortable with a six string bass. As far as it's applicability to jazz... the additional note range you can achieve in each position is applicable to all forms of music, so I'd say yes, it would be great for jazz. BTW, if you want to try something really intimidating, try a 7 string bass. It's like playing the deck of an aircraft carrier, but still manageable with practice.

[@mahbrocigarettes]

I agree with this vid. I love that butter zone and i like those harp like higher chords

[@JV-be6ls]

Awesome points - thank you

[@tomsabatino]

I decided to settle for the time being with a 6 string. I do like the high C string, and the low B. I use them whenever I get a chance to. I still have a vintage short scale 4 string, and may yet get another good one, but I've got a 6 string and it's working very good. It's an Ibanez BTB 1906 LW. I don't think I've played a nicer bass.

[@CHRISTISKING209]

Thanks. To the point and simple.

[@KevinScott76]

I play a 6 string bass viola da gamba professionally - Renaissance and Baroque music, masters from IU, etc. I'm just getting into the electric world and just have put together people for a band (including Billy the Kid). I figure I totally know the 6 string keyboard I already play (with the 3rd in the middle D, G, C, E, a, d) but I'm sure there will be challenges. I have some guitar background, mostly classical and have played lute (which is more like playing with a pic) so any advice you have would be great. Thanks!

[@michaelab.5055]

Nice video! Is it the Ibanez GSR 206B that you are playing? What do you think about it? I want a 6 string bass and in that price range there are 4 different options for me. The cheaper ones are the thomann 6-stringer (with smaller string spacing) and one from gear4music named chicago. Those are both under 180€. Then there is one, the SX SWB1 6, for about 350€. It looks really neck-heavy from the picture... And then there is the Ibanez GSR 206... Decisions, desicions.... I already own the Ibanez SR 305 and unfortunately it has its issues - some weird neck-bowing from and below the 5th fret and for my liking, the D and G-string are to high, but I didnt get it adjusted. Its playable okay now (since I filed the nut a bit and so on - I have no trustful luthier nearby, as far I know, so I do all my stuff DIY), but its not as good, as I wish it to be... and the lower "horn" of the body is a bit of annoying, since it hurts my tights a bit (its simply to long for the curve - and my body) Maybe you can share some thougts with me and give some advice. Thank you.

[@qxiz5164]

Are you gonna make more bass videos

[@stephenm.1988]

Is it possible to strum a six string bass and tune it E,A,D,G,B,E and play guitar chords?

[@BooWilson1]

Im sure that is possible. You would need to put another high string on above the C rather than the low B. There must be someone out there that has done that.

[@stephenm.1988]

ok

[@boricesellers4669]

It would sound quite muddy due to the long scale length of the average bass.... get like a squier bass VI

[@muddassirbahri487]

The long scale length would actually make the bass sound tighter since longer scale length=higher tension. If anything, it would make high notes a little less usable since they would sound very tinny. But it is easier to just get a Bass VI.

[@joshstarkey8883]

Deathrape2001 Most people prefer the sound of higher tension strings, it's not like you can't get lighter ones or short scale basses, they're just less popular. And yes you could fit 6 strings on a lot of bass necks, but a lot of people (especially slap players) like wider spacing. Also the spacing might be tighter than you think because the thickness of each string reduces the effective spacing.

[@southernheat9278]

The beginning of this video is 🤘🏼

[@gerardorubio757]

Nice video! I'm considering on getting a 6 string bass soon! :)

[@BooWilson1]

Nice, thanks for watching. Let me know if you get one

[@davidcripps3011]

Absolutely correct on all points :-)

[@zabbigo]

All the notes are still in the box. ❤️

[@americanliberal09]

I'd personally think that guitarists, and bassists should able to play any extended number strings on their instruments depending on what style that they're looking for, though. As long their music is good, and well executed.......I could care less about how many strings that they are playing. :-P

[@BooWilson1]

Right on

[@chrisbigbag4277]

Hey thanks for this video, I think you have summed up my questions and thoughts about having a 6 strings bass! Plus I want to play more classical music on my bass, so this will help. I will probably buy one soon! (I've had my eyes on an ibanez for a while, I'm not sure if this is the exact same one or not). Anyway, thanks!

[@BooWilson1]

Thanks for watching, I am glad you enjoyed the video. Best of luck with your new instrument. Just FYI my bass is an Ibanez SR506 that is about ten years old. Cheers

[@roach2566]

I like moving up and down the neck to play but i want more strings ..but only higher strings

[@judahyumul7562]

get EADGCF and maybe Bb if you want a 7 string high tuned bass.

[@YatrikShahisAwesome]

Great video, thanks.

[@domagojoinky8262]

I have 3 basses, one 4 string stagg, yamaha trbx 505 5 string, and harley benton 6 string. I may aswell add one more 4 or 5 string to my arsenal.

[@Scarabee80]

Julius Caesar do you like your Harley Benton 6 string bass? How does it sound like?

[@domagojoinky8262]

I am selling six string as I play 5 string the most. But it is good bass for money , it has active 2 band eq and neck is good but narrow 16mm string spacing threw me off of it , low A0 on it sounds very good and other strings too, but it lacks on midrange growl and treble. Hi C is nice too, but i rarely find myself playing above 12th fret of G string. If you want a bass with a nice dark sound than it is the bass for you. It was good thing for me that I ventured in the world of extended range basses . I found that I like 5 string with the low B the most and I have nothing against playing our good ol domesticated 4 string.

[@greedygringoprospecting6941]

nice 506 with the barts ? I have a old btb 456 with the mk1 bartolini pickups I like the 6 string because of the 4 octave range use the b string in a minor progression and then jump up to the same key 4 octaves higher sounds awesome

[@BooWilson1]

Yah they are Bart MK1 pickups I think. I have a rig rundown from last year on my channel if you wanna see more about the bass and my other gear. Although I need to update it soon

[@digicamoguitarist1704]

well said bro high five, I have the same bass too My SR506 is the newer model I love the mid switch, I play mine is a funny tuning from low to high ADADGD its so fun for tapping, I have a video of me tapping on it but for example on the low a than a at 5th fret than tap the all the d's at 12th fret and add whatever from there, its kind of like drop d dream theater think like the metropolis bass solo

[@BooWilson1]

thanks man, never really messed with alternate tunings much but that sounds fun. Cheers

[@JMK-kb1yq]

thank you for helping me decide to get a 6 string. I'm in a metal prog band tuned to c#. I think I'll tune it C# to C# guitar style, so I can apply what I know from being a guitar player. I'm worried that if I tune it g# c# f# b e g#, the low g# will fart out. what do you think?

[@BooWilson1]

Sorry I honestly have no idea. I always just use standard tuning.

[@h_elian]

John Klecker hey mate, definitely what you need to look into are the thicker gauges to keep good tension so the chord doesn't flop out. I personally say it does better to have the lower G# to give even more bottom and have some serious grind as long as the EQ cuts so it doesn't sound muddy.

[@og-greenmachine8623]

Looks Gr8 on a big dude 😎

[@alexanderjwilde]

do you have any recomendations for bass theory books geared towards 6 string bass?

[@BooWilson1]

Sorry I dont. I have little to no knowledge of theory I pretty much play by ear and muscle memory. I think Damian Erskine has some instructional books and that guy is super knowledgeable and a beast of a player.

[@alexanderjwilde]

Boo Wilson thanks anyway man!

[@Scarabee80]

Alexander Wilde if you do slap technic, you should ad " Slap Bass for 5& 6 string bass" by Chris MATHEOS

[@Miggeddy]

i play 5 string and i love the low B ^^ but the high string is definitely cool for those chord things, someday i want to get the srff806 just nice oportunities

[@BooWilson1]

Yah I started on 5 string switching between the high C and low B but when I was looking for a new bass I decided I wanted both. They both have their own benefits.

[@Miggeddy]

yes, thats right. thats the point for having this instrument :) too many asking "why more strings"

[@exodusfivesixfivesix8050]

I kinda wanted to get a six string to tune to dadgbe so I didn’t have to learn new note locations. Should I do this or just start with a 4/5 I’m struggling harder with this than when it was a hey 6,7,or 8 string guitar.

[@exodusfivesixfivesix8050]

Another reason is some of the great solo action you can do. It’s magical what solo 6 string bassist can do. Stuff like what Steve di gorgio plays got me wanting a bass.

[@BooWilson1]

I have never really messed around with alternate tunings so im not sure really. Starting with a 4 or 5 is great but so is starting with a 6 in my opinion

[@lazyspaceghost9689]

So... I wanted to pickup a bass, with barely any knowledge whatsoever, and I'm having a bit of trouble deciding on whether I should get a 4 string or a 6... my friend told me to pick up a 6 string, because it would be better for a beginner, but I've also seen a lot of cool stuff on a 4 string... could you help me decide? What are major differences between the two types?

[@IROCK80551]

PessimisticSnail I've played guitar for 6 years and just recently started playing bass, I've played on some four string basses and six string basses before I bought my own. Personally, I went with the six string bass. You've got more notes to mess around with, which just makes it more fun In general to play. Especially for a beginner to this instrument, it makes it more fun to mess around with and learn. Personally, I think it sounds better as well. The higher notes that you get really add to your playing experience. I've always been an extended range player, I started on an 8 string guitar as well, so I just sort of have an obsession with having more strings, but it makes it way more fun to mess around with. I'm not too knowledgeable when it comes to like going into detail about this instrument, but so far I'm sold on this bass. Honestly, if I had a four string, I wouldn't be as motivated to play it. They make it a little more difficult to come up with some cool sounds. That's my opinion.

[@BooWilson1]

I play and enjoy both. I started out very early on a 4 string but my first good bass was a 5 string. I used to switch it up and string my 5 string with either the low B string or high C string depending on what I was playing at the time and what I felt like doing. But when I decided to upgrade to a new instrument I went with a 6 string to get the benefits of both. The 6 is a very fun instrument to play but I think a 4 string is just as fun in a different way. If you want to be able to explore more and cover more notes the 6 is a good option but as I mention in this video you really only get a handful of truly extra notes. They are fun to have tho. Let me know what you decide or if you have any other questions.

[@lazyspaceghost9689]

Boo Wilson Alright, thanks! Both of your comments really helped clear it up a bit for me, come next payday I'll make up my mind and decide. Thanks again!

[@ashwinnat666]

Is that an SR 506? I've been considering buying one of those for quite a while

[@BooWilson1]

Yes, Great bass for the money. You can find them for a good price used on Ebay as well.

[@kyunghee32]

just got a 6 string! great lil video! whats the string hanging for? PDX stand up

[@BooWilson1]

+kyunghee32 Its a piece of an old T shirt that I loved growing up. Strips of the same shirt are on my old 5 string I grew up playing and my best friends P bass. Thanks for watching!

[@SJRogers0786]

+I Want Answers Podcast What kind of bass is that?

[@BooWilson1]

Ibanez SR506. I show all of my gig gear in the Rig Rundown video I posted on this channel. Cheers

[@evenseb7574]

Helpful video, thanks :) Is it the standard Elixir strings?

[@BooWilson1]

Thanks! I use Dadarrio Flex Steel strings.

[@corbinsmith6777]

Guitar player looking to expand my horizons and maybe see how mr Crowley sounds several octaves below the usual. Sounds great dude. Might just get one for fun.

[@koelrvr]

Can you play guitar chords on that bass? Just asking

[@BooWilson1]

its not tuned exactly like a guitar but you do have a lot more chord options on a 6 string bass than a 4 string.

[@thrillaspirit]

Well... You can buy strings that begin with d-String gauge and tune it to e standard like a guitar actually

[@Grumdot]

Yes. You just have to know enough music theory to construct the chord. (Check out Janek Gwizdala, he is a master at it.)

[@nipulkradmsinatagras8293]

I definitely prefer the long extended range instruments too.

[@davolthe1261]

How harder is to play than 4 string? i mean physically not the extra notes composing and how about slapping is it much harder as the gap is smaller?

[@BooWilson1]

I don't consider it much harder than a 4 but it will take some getting used to. Left hand muting is helpful to prevent unwanted open string noise with all basses but probably more of an issue with 6 strings. Bigger neck might be an issue if you have small hands but that wasn't an issue for me.

[@davolthe1261]

k i see tnx am considering to buy 5 or 6 string, i should buy 5 string in the first place but i find ibanez sr500 really cheap so i couldn't resist that one, its a great bass. Is that ibanez sr506? also how many basses do you have?

[@BooWilson1]

Yes SR506 but its about 10 years old. I really only play the 6 in this video and a 1984 Ibanez Roadstar that is essentially a P bass copy made in Japan. I have a rig rundown here on this channel if you would like more info on all of my current gigging gear. Cheers

[@wayfaringstranger5808]

Bro what do you think of the Ibanez SRC-6?

[@BooWilson1]

Havent played one but id be curious to try it

[@Robin1992101]

Is that a 206?

[@moonboogien8908]

I have the same bass... It sounds great for the price, but you really have to love active pickups. It eats 9v batteries like crazy.

[@Robin1992101]

Unplug it whenever you stop playing!

[@BlackRootsAcademyOfSoul]

Nice video 👌🏿

[@JackelKarlos]

Good video. Cheers mate :)

[@weareplayingunorightnow2054]

I don't like the way he stares at me while he's playing

[@BooWilson1]

be afraid be very afraid

[@michaelhinton523]

I got a SR306 6string but I ain't the flashiest bass player but im getting there

[@loveman07]

lol the beginning face 😂😂😂

[@BooWilson1]

I cant believe almost 18 thousand people have seen me make that face. lol

[@jameskowalkowski2308]

Cool video.

[@adralicus]

What Ibanez model is that?

[@BooWilson1]

SR506 that is about 10 years old or so.

[@adralicus]

Thanks.

[@titchtitch8690]

Great video man =)

[@BooWilson1]

Thanks!

[@hahabass]

How old are those string my friend? Or, is it just my monitors? You have a nice feel though, dude. Good post!

[@BooWilson1]

Not sure how old they were when I posted this. Thanks for watching, cheers

[@xnoch6167]

what is the model of that bass ?

[@BooWilson1]

Ibanez SR506

[@scottyshepardthesmoothdeep3081]

xNoch Hey if you need a model number I can get you one I have that exact same six string bass guitar, just let me know, I will send it to you.

[@xnoch6167]

i really thank you alot for the command. i have bought sr600.. but you can let me know :)

[@BatEatsMoth]

A 6-string bass is the limit of my reach. Anything wider that that interferes with my playing too much. Basically, I play one because a bass guitar is a type of guitar; it just seems silly to me that a bass guitar would have less than 6 strings.

[@ssspaceman86]

Great shirt.

[@tgdb4968]

Nice one man

[@bark723]

Whats the name of this bass?

[@BooWilson1]

Ibanez SR506 about 10 years old.

[@bustabass9025]

@@BooWilson1 I have the exact same bass. I haven't played my PBass in years. I also own a Ken Smith six string among others. I agree with your assessment of the benefits of the six string. I also agree with the "play what you want to play" philosophy. I had one smart alec guitar player once ask me, "...do you also have a twelve string bass?...lol..." I told him, "not yet, but any day now, soon as I can find the right luthier to put it together for me!" That's the way bass players roll.🎸