Why I Wear "The Gloves" /// Scott's Bass Lessons

Ok, you might have guessed it - the number 1 question I get asked over and over is...
"Why do you wear the glove?!"
There are a whole load of questions I get surrounding it...
- Does it change the tone or sound?
- Does it feel different?
- Should I try wearing one?
So, I thought it was time to tell you the full story.
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[@THEQueeferSutherland]

You should start wearing green gloves and then green screen out your hands.

[@sonictheforkliftoperator2670]

that would be so hilarious

[@0oTHEJACKo0]

Or do some flame effects. because his hands are on fire!

[@mattp2real]

+Jakey Ch'i true story!

[@amazinghxnnah8574]

I was expecting a Green Day pun okay sorry goodbye

[@blueak3339]

PLEASE DO THAT

[@saedt]

Glove question is 4:45 btw

[@stevanlezaja4203]

saedt Cheers man!

[@Nugglashine]

thx bud

[@ifoundwaldo78]

saedt thank you jesus

[@daltinhorp]

And Bob will never ask anything again for sure...

[@jkem0]

thank you so much man

[@priordan8770]

"Why I wear the Gloves" at 4:45...

[@Slamminbassplayer]

Thx!

[@user-fb8yb8so8n]

Thanks!! Hate that i had to scroll down here

[@MrCruckus]

Thanks, my friend was watching one of his videos and asked me why haha

[@adityarajbasistha377]

Thankyou...i was searching for your comment👍👍😅

[@absolutslayr8557]

Thank fucking god, jesus christ not gona watch alot of this guys video get to the fucking point ty P Riordan

[@xxnapalmchildxx]

Hey Scott that is actually a huge game changer for me. I was in the military for 4 years and when I went overseas I came back with a slew of problems to included tremors from mortar fire. This actually helps me immensely I tried the glove out and my hands were still like they were in high school when I started playing bass! I'm a member of scott's bass lessons and I'm eager to learn more love the program!!!

[@BFJC1]

Cliffton T thank you for your service

[@teemad]

Nice one Clifton.

[@MeshuggahDave.]

Thank you for your service. I quit my metal working job because the grinder was making my hands go numb and vibrate while at home. Couldn’t have gotten by without you.

[@johnjperricone7856]

What kind of gloves did you get?

[@xxnapalmchildxx]

@@johnjperricone7856 just regular cloth gloves nothing special just tight knit fibers

[@YoutubeUser-io9xw]

I found that my bass playing improved IMMENSELY when I stopped playing with mittons on and wore gloves instead.

[@winstonchurchill624]

KZbin User Yeah, mittens are just about the worst thing you could wear while playing guitar. Personally, I wear super oversized winter gloves for optimal performance.

[@UUURGLE]

boxing glove guy over here

[@MaladyKayjo]

UUURGLE I use my feet, with clown shoes

[@1badsteed]

My bass has no strings

[@OscarGeronimo]

Musician here. Had a girlfriend who was a bassist, I played her instrument more than a couple of times, mostly fingering as usual... but I think the day I played it with my foot with my boots on was the day that changed everything. I even added an electrical racket for bugs, shit was WILD, playing cello concertos and making alien noises. She dumped me right there. She couldn't handle it? Was she scared of... something? I don't know, I was just going my thing. I put importance of subtlety now, but I guess some people just don't have the proper mind to deal with shit like that.

[@TheOnlyFoxYouNeed]

not gonna lie. using a glove to get around your neurological disorder is very clever. and i'm glad the glove works as you are a fantastic bassist.

[@Bottom3Percenter]

+Teague Prower He actually got that tip from a french violinist that had the same disorder.

[@AssortedBits]

Rey Escajeda The french bassist actually has unusual acidic sweat, but it made Scott realise he could try a glove.

[@morphmaniac7825]

Thought you wouldn’t wanna leave fingerprints: killin it on the bass

[@maxponsetis1948]

would nt say much better my self may be hes got cold sweat when playing but for slapping gloves socks

[@JamesSpeiser]

hahaha touche

[@shinobi3337]

Lmao 🤣🤣🤣😂😅🤣🤣

[@RansfieldProductions]

Guilty!

[@808Mark]

Answers glove question at 5:04 That's crazy you deal with that, very sorry you have that! But it's awesome that you still manage to rip on the bass and share all this amazing information to us! 🙏🏽

[@AuggieG]

Thank you sir!

[@coach.b]

How many people raised their hands to see if they would tremble? I'm sure I wasn't the only person!

[@HotTakeAndy]

The hero we needed

[@EM-cg4iy]

Bless you!❤

[@hamdog8872]

♡

[@AndalusianIrish]

Fair play for not giving up on playing despite your condition. I take my hat off to you Scott.

[@fivefingerfullprice3403]

"Why do you wear that stupid glove?" "I have a disease" "oh....."

[@rallypoint1]

Five Finger Full Price I thought the same thing. Rude!! I bet they feel stupid.

[@MetaphysicalMusician]

Its so realFocal dystonia is no joke

[@sighthissucks]

Bob feels like a right twat I'm sure.

[@mohaiminkarimbass]

Focal dystonia is a severe disease, Victor Wooten has it as well and right now his condition has grown worse.

[@BencyTube]

@@mohaiminkarimbass that's awful! I love Victa

[@KibbleDog007]

As a health care provider who also plays bass, along with other stringed instruments, using a glove to reduce the symptoms of focal dystonia is quite remarkable. Keep up the great work.

[@ctham5316]

I honestly figured you wore the glove to help those of us watching see your finger movements better, which it does. I have watched a lot of your videos and find you to be a very talented player and an extremely interesting and helpful teacher. Knowing the reason for the glove makes me respect you even more. THANK YOU for the videos and your willingness to be so transparent with an amazing attitude considering the presentation of Bob's question. Keep up the good work brother!!!

[@xTheNameisEthan]

Wouldn’t be a bad idea to color like a brightly colored dot on his finger tips to help see where his fingers are better lol

[@jokermaan1]

I thought it was to make the fingering more obvious too! That's actually a handy spin-off! Sorry to hear about your problem Scott, although it certainly doesn't seem to either hamper your terrific playing or dampen your obvious enthusiasm for the instrument!

[@musicJRF]

Scott....I'm in tears...but in a good way. I always assumed the glove was some form of preference having to do with calluses or sliding. To know the real reason inspires me so much. To see someone love an instrument and music so much that they overcome their obstacles to keep playing is amazing, and I'm sure it's amazing to those who have no barriers beyond the ones they have placed on themselves. Your passion should be an example for anyone wanting to pursue music as a career or a hobby. I'm getting so much out of your channel and I've only found you in the last month. Thank you so much for this Q&A and everything else you've put out. I know for certain I'm in good hands watching this channel, now. Absolutely no pun intended on that last sentence. Love ya man, and thank you.

[@scottsbasslessons]

+JRF Ahhhh thanks for the kind words! Thanks so much! :)

[@Bottom3Percenter]

+Scott Devine Just wear black ones with a few studs on the back then you'll just look punk. Ha! Punk Jazz!

[@flavy1000]

Scott, you are an ispiration..I would never had guessed about your distonia..me too, I though it was all about tone..or some kind of visuals like us watchers would pay more attention to the right hand..yes i did! But then , I just have to bow my hat ....You´re a really nice person...and great , geat teacher....I adhere to JRF commnets !

[@donaldwolpert6356]

Thanks for sharing, Scott. It was very brave to open up like that. I hope you continue to do well, both in your art and with your life & family.

[@christiankurtboutot5658]

I have read some comments which are inacceptable in front of someone who has an handicap such as the one has Scott as a musician...hé has gone through his disease and has become a really good bass player who gives emotions when hé plays i mean hé is not trapped by tecnic... Thanks for your message

[@TheLifeOfRyanB]

Just read the wiki article on focal dystonia, someone's added Scott's glove to the page.

[@teemad]

That's awesome.

[@prestachuck2867]

My two bass player idols both have focal dystonia. Scott D, and Victor Wooten. If you’re not still following up with a neurologist or a movement specialist, it might be a good idea to make an appointment and keep tracking the progress. Focal Dystonia can be an early symptom of Parkinson’s Disease or atypical Parkinson’s. Wish you well, Scott. And thank you for making the academy available. It’s an amazing resource.

[@MarkRoman386]

hey Scott, I'm a bassist and music therapist. Just wanted to commend you for being so open about a neurological issue on this platform. It's tough to talk about symptoms in any context, but it helps promote understanding when people have the guts to do so. I am also really inspired by your time management strategies, which is why I'll be getting back to work now!

[@pretoshohmoofcguy6523]

Ok, Now that I know that this has nothing to do with tone, i'll take my glove off now.

[@tesselvandijk3632]

xDD

[@maxnavarro3169]

hahahahahaha lml

[@BlutigeTranen]

I am sure that it does reduce string noise from sliding up and down frets, though!

[@theUglyManowar]

I assumed it was a slide/friction and tactile sensitivity thing as well.

[@IOxyrinchus]

Ha ha, I actually thought it was for better tone

[@tenomSAA124T]

This teaches us an aspect in life. Never ridicule others in one way or another on why they do what they do. Ask in a polite manner because the unveiling might leave you feeling sory. This is a great example of our general society, we judge others based on our perception, direct them to our preferences and hide behind hush questions.

[@iaingreig9685]

I have had this condition for 8 years and only got diagnosed a few months ago. I went from practicing 3 hours a day to not playing at all. It is a real bitch. Now that I know what it is I hope I can overcome it in some way. Thanks for the tip on the glove!

[@Caifo]

I have cerebral palsy and sometimes I struggle to play. I had to choose the most ergonomic bass, not too heavy, and I found something called the Bass Balancer, an extender for the upper horn, which helped me a lot. I'm not a great player but I love to play, and this video is an inspiration to go on. My respect and admiration. You're a great musician and teacher, Scott!

[@WillRichey]

"No one cared until I put on the gloves." ;)

[@thomaspick4123]

You are a good man. Schedule = good. No tv = good.

[@jerrodmckenzie928]

Hax Fraarf it will be very painful......for you

[@Wolfoe-ex2jj]

"If I take that off will you stop playing?"

[@Wolfoe-ex2jj]

"You think the bass line is your ally, you merely adopted the bass. I was born with it, molded by it. I didn't play the guitar until I was already a man, and by then it was tiny!"

[@robg1030]

Thank you so much. I have focal dystonia and reflex spasticity In both hands. I thought I was going to have to give up playing. Then I found this video. I immediately went out and got a pair of compression gloves. Thanks so much for these videos.

[@radioguy961]

Scott I love you. I have played bass for 30 years, I have also worked with my hands for just as long. I have developed focal dystonia as well. You are right, mine it's way different from yours. It is frustrating, just eating with a fork is difficult, my fingers just want to dance. Explaining to people is difficult, so having a friend like you is invaluable. Thank you and God bless you my friend.

[@mdon1010]

Naw man you don't have a disorder them fingers are just itching to play some bass!

[@scottsbasslessons]

+mdon1010 Lol... always groovin'! ;)

[@shannonbear8807]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 omg

[@abdelfattahbarakat4442]

Nice One XD

[@danielsoto5441]

+Scott Devine you're a great bass player and you've videos are effective :-)

[@croc3862]

666 likes? Thank you satan

[@kevinsippeljr9984]

As someone who suffered an injury that necessitated a completely different approach to manipulating my instrument, I find this immensely inspiring. Playing bass/guitar is always a game of maximizing efficiency, but when you're faced with overcoming obstacles seemingly no other player has to overcome to accomplish the same task, it can be quite discouraging.

[@lauragate5298]

You're not alone!

[@brianhardy8477]

Not going to lie. The first time I seen the glove 🧤 I was like “the hell is the glove for?” I now hate myself for falling into that category off “BOB”. What a Mount Everest of a disability for a guitar player. So cool how you overcame this. Keep killing it brother BASS!

[@RANGDAP]

he's a bassist not a guitar player

[@bood22ataol]

@@RANGDAP Bass is a guitar, you fanny!

[@kaeldlr2018]

BOB?

[@teemad]

Brian Hardy Same, I had that question every time but I am so thankful I didn't do a Bob.

[@MeshuggahDave.]

Same ish. I was like, damn I must’ve missed the discussion. Lol must be a good reason. Even if maybe he’s just a Micheal Jackson fan.

[@sonicboom1970]

Hi Scott. I am new to your channel. I am a guitarist diagnosed with dystonia about 15 years ago. A friend of mine recommended this video, just an hour ago. My dystonia effects me differently. I`m grand for a few months (even a year or so) then all of a sudden, i wake up some morning and boom... i feel and look and sound like a guy after a stroke. I have learned how to cope over the years. I just feel like i have to begin training like a beginner again on the guitar and bass etc. I really thought I was the only musician on the planet with dystonia. It was my stubbornness that kept me going practicing over and over after each "attack" My latest "attack" really got me down, and i put all my guitars up for sale. This video has inspired me greatly. I now feel I wasn`t deluding myself all those years, trying to improve my playing, .. as I said it was my stubbornness (and even a bit of faith, hope, or determination) that kept me from throwing my hat at the music. (despite doctors reassurance that I would not be able to progress!! I will withdraw my instruments from sale and keep them. I really am in shock at the moment. The content of this video has motivated me beyond belief. Thank you for addressing the issue and sharing. Sorry for the long drawn out comment. Just to mention. I did practice karate, but I moved to a kind of self invented tai chi karate... really soft and fuller range of motion. This really helps a lot with mobility dexterity etc. Again sorry for the long comment. I will subscribe and look forward to learning from you again!!1 Thank you. Brian.

[@kindnick58]

I suffer from, Crohn's disease and rheumatoid arthritis. over the last couple years practicing and performing have become a serious struggle due to the pain and exhaustion... like you I try to fight through it because life is just much better with music. Best wishes, feel well!

[@markbass354]

Scott try wearing a rubber band around your wrist , pop it when your fingers shake. If that dont work wrap it around your fingers , it should do the same thing as the glove. I've had this same thing for 28 years.

[@NMranchhand]

Can you just imagine how it pumps up people with the same struggle to see you swing that bass? You’ve done a good thing here.

[@MrSDFD18]

THANK YOU!!!!!!!! I’m buying gloves. My fingers move like crazy also. I asked doctors all my life, none ever cared enough to look into it.

[@comstocktheprophet9144]

answer on 5:00

[@shelleyinthecity]

+Viktor Comstock Don't start here. Then you miss Bob's pathetic question.

[@mosesbullrush8051]

You've got 900 thumbs up because people don't like a guy who takes 20 minutes to say why he wears gloves.

[@comstocktheprophet9144]

Moses Bullrush aahahahhaha

[@nickpedebone5060]

+Moses Bullrush he's just answering the damn question that 500+ asked

[@mosesbullrush8051]

Nick Pedebone He's a waffler. This video is 20 minutes long but if he worked from a script he could have said everything in one minute. He switches on the camera and then he starts free associating loosely connected ideas. He needs to work from a script.

[@progforcefield5779]

I had a mate who's hands shook so much he could barely pick up a pen, but put once he got on the drums he was amazing, you would never have thought someone like that could have good coordination but he was unreal

[@JanderVK]

Yeah, a lot of people who are extraordinary in their field tend to have some form of "disability", but they make up for it in other ways to the point that they're über talented. The brain is a crazy amazing machine. If only people like Bob would actually utilize it more.

[@Tac-0]

thats not Fdystonia, thats parkinsons. get help.,

[@J5L5M6]

I began my career playing guitar. About ten years in, when I was asked to join a forming band, I knew that the guitarists involved were better suited for the act than me. Lo' and behold, I was to play bass... It was then that I came across your channel, Scott. I just assumed that you used gloves to help your students/viewers literally see where and how you place your fretting hand. As consequence, I enjoyed your channel more than others as I learned to transition from standard guitar to bass. A sincere 'thanks' to you, sir. And, much appreciation for your commitment to the craft. Your gloves help more than just you. ;)

[@leiferickson9666]

I am so sorry for ever saying the glove thing. That's why you should not judge, and I should know better for sure. Good luck to you mate.....🍁

[@TheColonelKlink]

That sure clears things up. I have become a big fan of yours Scot and this has been one of those things I have been wanting to ask about for some time. I actually had to stop playing for three years because of a rather terrible injury to my left arm and was told that I would never play again. About twelve years ago and three years after the accident a new surgical procedure was performed on me and my ulner nerve, and like magic I was playing bass and guitar once again. I still contend with some rather horrendous pain and occasional loss of dexterity, but compared to the sadness and near despair I was suffering under before, because I could not even play a single note, I am just fine. Keep doing what you are doing and seeking ways to improve your situation. Your love and dedication to music and bass is an inspiration. Now that I have seen this video, even more so. I love your channel buddy.

[@PatryckHaley]

It is insane how nuanced our brains are and how fine of movements it controls. We definitely take motor skills for granted.

[@sunkintree]

Nervously stares at my own raised hands for hours

[@cubilequino1]

Hi mate, I'm a guitarrist from Mexico, I have a few friends who've had focal distonia. Your case indeed sounds quite unique, nothing like I had seen before. One of my friends went to a musician specialised clinic in Spain who have been quite successful treating distonia cases among musicians. Stefano Viola from the Udine conservatory might be able to give you a hand in finding who these people are. Cheers mate

[@nobnobnobnob]

Oh my it's true. Good that you didn't give up on music. You're a brave man.

[@TheOverlordOfProcrastination]

Wow, that focal diatonic (?) makes you an even more kickass bass player in my opinion.

[@TheOverlordOfProcrastination]

Distonia, even. Bloody autocorrect.

[@octacolombo]

+STEVE DAVIES and i thought i had it bad for having one less finger on my left hand :/

[@TheOverlordOfProcrastination]

+Alguien Asspero same here, I lost the tip of my third finger many years ago.

[@TheSoxmania]

+STEVE DAVIES Agreed... Focal Dystonia is a real bitch! the fact Scott's even able to play at all's nothing short of a miracle... but it's a good thing he can because it means we all become more badass too!

[@clivewilliams3661]

I would have not questioned your use of gloves, I would have assumed that you did it for a reason, but I am pleased that you took the time to explain your condition because it educated me about something I had not known about, thank you for that.

[@BudderB0y2222]

It's inspiring to see Scott killing it on the bass. I'm 16 with essential tremor and dream of one day being a professional bassist

[@OffbeatOracle]

I have essential tremor as well, but now I'm going to do some research to see if it's actually focal dystonia.

[@TSE_WOODY]

Hey, it’s been 2 years. Hope you’re closer to the dream bro

[@dclarkmusic]

You're not a dick, bob. You didn't know better. Just ask nicely next time!

[@giulianob8517]

Correct. Maybe "Hey, I'm curious... why are you wearing gloves?" would have sounded a bit better :)

[@Ben_Mdws]

A far more generous, detailed and honest response than that ignorant question deserved.

[@computerscientist5953]

what do you mean "ignorant"? We are not doctors here, ok?

[@theshipissinkingno6056]

Swodeyem most questions come from "ignorance", which simply means the person who asked "doesn't know" the answer. I'm sure the person's motive was innocent. Scott's reason could've very well been that his left hand sweats too much and agitated him, or even it could've legitimately been that it helps prevent callus build up on his fingertips. If the person knew about his condition and then still asked in an attempt to poke fun at his condition, then yeh, he's a butthole. But I think he just wanted to know. I used to wonder about the glove myself. Etienne mbappe plays w/ gloves on both hands. Prob not for same reason as Scott eithr

[@Andrea-en2su]

There are many different ways of asking a question. I think the part about the stupid gloves and the "order" to take them off is out of place and rude.

[@Codename-B]

I dont have any condition affecting my playing, but I started wearing the gloves on my fret hand a couple months ago and I dont have enough words to describe how helpful they have been. The diminished friction, how easy the hand slides over and under the fretboard , the tone, how the hand gets a lot less tired and the extended durability of the strings are just a few of the perks that this can accomplish. Thanks for the insight!

[@wertj3977]

Not so fun fact: Victor Wooten has Focal dystonia in both hands also. You can listen to his interveiw with Rick Beato for more insight.

[@andrewryan2814]

Wait, so these 2 can slay bass and their hands start with a -5 skill point in finger control? I need to step up my bass game

[@ICULooking]

I can't be the only one who straightened their fingers just to see if they shake, right?

[@ahnonnib3591]

That's for sure.. I did it right away :)

[@jamieshaffer6493]

Mine have for a couple years, I just assumed I had m.s. but am too afraid to ask the Dr, like not knowing will make it not be so. But hearing this has given me courage to bring it up.

[@skatheo2716]

mine shake but it's very little, i don't think it have something to do with Scott's thing

[@romka_ind]

If you were born with tremor in your hands it's kind a normality for you. Sometimes it gets worse, sometimes better. But when people see your hands are shaking they freak out :) but then you say it's ok don't worry I live that way :D

[@demonocusmetalocus3558]

i did that too ,they were fine though

[@ianperge7331]

Scott, as a fellow Bassist with a Disability (Spastic Diplegia in my case), I think I can comment for everyone in that by all accounts you appear and more importantly, *sound* like you're rolling over Focal Distonia's ass in your playing. I can certainly imagine it's nowhere as easy as you make it sound, but besides putting "Regular Bassists" to shame, you also make a powerful statement for us Bassists that play and improve *despite* it being much more of an effort, simply due to our love of the Instrument. You certainly have my respect & admiration in doing so.

[@JoeTraxx]

this makes you even more incredible as a bass player definitely in my top 10

[@wiiu7640]

It's amazing that you were able to overcome such a condition; You play the bass so well.

[@locomotivator6654]

I have never heard of focal dystonia until now. Sounds gnarly. Props for still rockin' the bass you legend

[@krehkop11]

Muscle Crowe, 1% of all musicians get /have FD (including myself). I belong to a private Facebook group and you wouldn’t believe the numbers and how different it is for each individual.

[@AustinDouglas75]

I don't have focal dystonia disease but will start playing bass now with a glove in ur honor.

[@Dhwbwsoe]

Nice

[@krehkop11]

Austin Douglas, FD isn’t a disease. Do a little research...

[@DestinyAstara]

Would be good to avoid oils and flakes of skin getting stuck in the strings

[@HANGNAIL]

I suffer from peripheral neuropathy, and it's beginning to affect my guitar playing after 25 years. I am SO glad you found a way to keep playing, Scott! You are an inspiration!

[@Nuevocomienzo7777]

I love the fact that you could balance your bass player life with your family life. God bless you.

[@BigPuffyNipples]

I honestly thought you were going to say it was because bass strings cost a fortune and the gloves keep them from corroding.

[@ColleenKitchen]

me too.

I've known people that tried some solutions for their hands' perspiration destroying the coating on their instruments (metal wind mostly, but also guitars). That's what I thought at first.

[@Guitarmon8]

Good point - I might start wearing a glove on my right hand because it seriously corrodes my pickup covers and bridges.

[@tweakosuave9505]

You change bass strings? 😮

[@-_JeremiaSigalingging]

But what type of gloves? Rubber?wool?

[@dusanzivkovic8391]

This bassist hacks time, brain and groove. Beat that super heroes.

[@ShaynaPulley]

This video is always a relief for me as a musician with dystonia. I have it in more of my body (down to my right foot). It's a reminder to me that we can deal with it and still do what we love even when it feels like an annoying mosquito distracting us from our technique.

[@fcoaljporras]

Man, I have focal dystonia in my right hand. I play classical guitar. You save my life, the glove is miracle!!!!!!!! I start play again and im very happy. Thanks man

[@TheAndrewdeskins]

Holy cow. I wasn't expecting to hear dystonia as the reason for the glove. I play bass (badly) and am familiar with dystonia. I have Parkinson's and dystonia is one of my main symptoms. The hand lock up struggle is real!

[@hieee1234567]

0:41 Has anyone ever said you look like bald James McAvoy? From Split and Xmen

[@JeremyMcCant]

I never realized that, he does lol.

[@esmibarrera8108]

When i saw the thumbnail I did😂

[@kriswiliant0]

everybody does

[@vommir.]

He's so look alike lol!

[@gabe9133]

😂

[@TheSnowkiwi]

My initial guess was the gloves were protecting your fingers due to 24/7 playing or protecting strings from some weird finger chemistry. I’d never have guessed it was a nerve thing. I just found your channel - really enjoying it. Thanks for explaining this stuff. Cheers

[@Hossinn]

Too bad the person asking the question, asked so rudely. I appreciate you’re laid back attitude. Thanks for all you do.

[@togaleheho]

Moral of the story: If you take issue with someone else's looks or habits, consider getting that persons story before offering your advice.

[@JanderVK]

Seriously, if those who were being so rude actually did a tiny little bit of critical thinking with their little lizard brains, they would probably come to the conclusion "Hey, maybe there's a REASON, maybe a medical one, that he's wearing that glove." Instead of "Hurrr durrrr, glove look stupid, hahahaha."

[@DrownAway]

Obviously it was rude ,but you shouldn't take offence in something which was clearly not even directed at you .Scott didn't seem to mind .

[@misterwillguitar]

I do get the impression Bob was just attempting banter - none of us know of course, but it seemed light hearted rather than proper insults. Of course Bob himself may have various disorders (trying to diffuse the lynch mob intent on dogpiling!)

[@theUglyManowar]

That Bob has dismissive arrogance as an affectation of his hypothetical aspergerish disorder. Doesn't vindicate Bob's rudeness in an editable communication medium. Unless he gives us the chance to accommodate as much. ( ramps can and should provide access to wheelchairs and if you tell me people need to communicate venom in a non real time medium such as comments. Then a venomous comment section/ramp should be provided. Till it is advocated for the way first responder sensitivity to medical/mental disorders under emergency situations... Then such an argument is just silly. We either communicate or we don't anything else needs a disclaimer [ hi I am BOB... spreading venom is a condition of mine where I suffer anguish without the practice of. please take into consideration ] Heck... even a post disclaimer would be appropriate n understandable considering there is an edit button. I have to use it as well Because of my own mental disorders. otherwise why have comments? Without a disclaimer for such an instance we could essentially be able to dismiss all communication's explicit meaning. I do not know of any disability handicap that doesn't require advocating for it's facilitation. And at that point it is LAW. )

[@DrBe-zn5fv]

i'm not an elephant i'm a human being

[@guitarplayer1994]

I almost died because you drove on the left side.....

[@themonnamanshow]

Dude that was very honorable that you discussed and showed us about why you wear the gloves. Such awesome openness. I’m glad you keep playing bass. Very inspirational! I love your videos and I’m practicing the bass and love it greatly. Keep rocking! 😬👍

[@zombiemachinery4868]

Boy, I'm a guitar player but you're my favorite Bass teacher here in KZbin, I've even incorporated some of your theory tips into my guitar playing. I'm also very close to buy my first bass this year. I find encouraging that you didn't let this disorder destroy your music dream. We're all fighting demons inside and outside our bodies, you know, health, family and society. Be strong brother.

[@lekamera]

That's very sweet of you to share. Your condition's really personal and none of anyone else's business. Thank you for yet another interesting video, you're an inspiration!

[@NowWhat01]

As if you weren't enough of an inspiration...thanks for sharing, and thanks for not letting it stop you!

[@michellemark5217]

So great that you never stopped playing...you are a conqueror!

[@paulmerritt8593]

Wow thanks for sharing about why you wear the glove. I was thinking it was for tone or to keep your finger tips from injury or something. Glad you found a solution for your disorder and have continued doing what you love.

[@CyberChrist]

Get signature gloves ;)

[@achillebesida4292]

CyberChrist xD and head razors

[@harveywilliams7013]

He has a picture of his hands in the background at the beginning - which I'd defos buy if it were available

[@brunoromagnoli3463]

Oh my, that guys criticising your gloves must feel terrible now hahahahahhaha. That's why one always has to express properly and nice to others xD

[@JoeFriciosa]

Scott, I stopped playing bass when I was 28, and now I’m 58 and I restart almost by chance. I discovered your lessons on KZbin and I fall in love again with my bass. Let me say: you’re a great musician, a great teacher and mostly a great person!!! Thank you very much!!!

[@DuffyNightingale]

And boy did you answer that question about the gloves!! Good on yah for getting that out there about focal dystopia. Great explanation. So glad you were able to work your way thru it. That’s what I’m doing now. My problem was curling. Helped much by running strips of tape along the tops of the fingers to increase awareness. Keep on

[@RattlecanGuitarRestorations]

Wow. Glad you have gotten it figured out. Rock those gloves mate!

[@sixsentsoldiers]

Ok. Wear the glove man. Understand now.

[@davegiard2221]

Scott I watched this video when it came out in 2016 and came back to revisit it today as I couldn't remember the conditions name. I just noticed the poster or painting of what appears to be your hands (one gloved and one not) behind your child. Very sweet, and thank you for over a half a decade of great bass content.

[@DrevikkDrevik]

I have generalized dystonia from a medication reaction. I have found that I can lessen the twitching in certain areas of my body by intentionally moving another area of my body. So, I can keep my face from twitching or my voice steady to reduce stuttering by tapping my foot. If I need to hold my legs still, I will actively move my hands. When I start having issues breathing, I will stop using my eyes and it helps to stop the breath holding. When my eyelids stop working, I can sometimes restart one of my eyelids by holding the eye open for a minute or two. This only works for one eye for some reason. The other, I just have to wait for it to return. I can also use music as a cover for twitching a people think that I am just enjoying the music. Generally, the more relaxed and unstressed that I am then the less I twitch. Also, frustration is another major trigger.

[@johnrich2168]

Thank you for putting this out. I have dystonia as well and is a little more sever which caused me to have to stop playing for about 4 years. But this helps to know that you can work through it and still enjoy playing. Your an inspiration.

[@utuber7684]

So it's official that the Bob guy is a douche. I have Kienbock's disease, where I'm losing blood flow to my wrist, losing range of motion, etc. I had surgery a couple of years ago and, so far, it has maintained. The idea that you could possibly never do the thing you love most, is absolutely terrifying. Thank you Scott for everything you do.

[@ernestcircus6101]

As always: great advices. Bob should concentrate on technical questions despite of asking about futilities. Bob: when you'll practice hours and hours per days you will understand why you should wear glove on left hand. Thank you for everything you do for bass Scott. You're a great and nice person.

[@henryfreeman7748]

Thank you for sharing that information, namely about posture when playing the bass.

[@Syncopator]

Don't knock random youtube surfing, that's how I found this... :-)

[@hanneshertach8013]

Haha me too

[@zinhuilucan]

Scott you're an excellent bass player, hard to describe your talent...I do believe that "The Gloves" looks pretty cool.. Cheers

[@alfromtx245]

Wow. I've never heard of focal dystonia. That's really interesting. I guess I never gave the gloves much thought. I just figured it might have something to do with tone, or maybe just one of those personal preferences. Glad that you're still able to play and to help a lot of others. Thanks for sharing your story.

[@empressironbladder8942]

Wow, I came to learn more about bass, and left with new plans to restructure the way I use my time! I’m so grateful I found this channel!

[@bveracka]

Way to go for finding a solution to your condition so you can still play. As far as strings go, you should definitely explore flatwound and semi-flatwound strings. There's a wonderful range of tonal "colors" you can achieve with different sets of strings.

[@SeekerFor1000]

Pretty dam amazing I'd say! That you play as well as you do. The glove solution is wonderful. Thanks for sharing your personal situation. It really is nobody's business.

[@ska2dt]

I thought the glove was a "musician" thing. As in "my hands are my life, man." lol. That is amazing you were able to figure out what helped you keep playing. Great channel

[@amanuelberhanu5375]

i just love this guy whatever the thing he is talking about is........ he is so cool

[@dannystumpf321]

Lol the kid on the box in the beginning looked just like your son

[@dannystumpf321]

Just realized someone beat me to it

[@cstevenson1234]

+Dan Hahn same

[@gabriel67946]

+Dan Hahn I noticed too lol

[@blueseadye]

TRU

[@adamlangdon2245]

Yeah!!!!!???? I thought that was the point??? That wasn't his kid????

[@bassholic705]

Really inspiring Scott! Bonus side effect of all this, you made us realize that you can play bass with gloves and sound awesome. This means that unfortunate (?) folks like me who live up north and have long winters don't need to have freezing hands all the time while practicing! lol

[@zhulikkulik]

+bassholic705 for me personally I really need to feel strings on my fingers and palm. So if i'll ever play open air here in Moscow on a very cold winter - I'll have to have my hands freezing :D Or I'll be the first guy to make a fingerless glove with a cutout on the side of the palm :D

[@Toto-yk3wo]

I got hyperhydrosis (excessive sweating) and I struggle to play at times. Respect to you man.

[@4deuce31]

Scott, another great video. The best part was seeing that you're an awesome father. The fact that you can balance your schedule & family life is outstanding. I already saw another vid about your glove but this was a good reminder. But the best advice you gave was about the pain. Definitely take breaks. My right hand and arm fall asleep and then it gets painful. What I found works to keep playing is to put my hand/arm st the 4 o'clock position and roll it/twist it for about a minute. The problem isn't my hand or arm. It's all in my shoulder. Please let everyone know that if ya love playing don't let anything stop you. Find out what the cause is and do whatever it takes to go forward. Bass on brother.

[@ShaynaPulley]

I've got dystonia myself (generalized) and am also a musician recreationally. I love how you've adapted and I myself am learning to adapt by using smaller instruments (switched from guitar to ukulele and kiku) and alternative positioning (cello and violin) as well as alternative grips for my bow hold. Also experimented with all sorts of weird picks for the guitar before I mostly gave it up.

[@Iheartdgd]

Wow... this is actually very interesting and insightful. Thank you for sharing this, this just makes your playing even more incredible.

[@CKC411]

I am so happy to see that you were able to come up with a "workaround" for your condition. I suffer from a degenerative auto-immune disease that has left me wheelchair bound and with limited upper body function, so... genius I am, I decided to start learning to play guitar. guitar It is a challenge with physical limitations, but when I think about you and Django and the armless man who plays guitar with his feet, I have absolutely no excuse for not approaching this challenge with optimism, passion and thanks to you and others like you, a real sense of hope. The process has not reversed the limitations in my hands, but (and this is a big deal for me) it has greatly minimized the speed of the degeneration in my hands. Thank you and warmest regards to you.

[@MrTubo89]

Ah jeez... i asked about the glove in the comments of another video. So sorry man... but how you overcame it and your spirit is awesome. You rock man!