The Simple Bass Playing System

Video 3 – Constructing Great Sounding Basslines

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Original Bass Lines the S.B.P.S. Way![/headline_cufon_font_centered]

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1,141 responses to “Video 3 – Constructing Great Sounding Basslines”

  1. Larry Clark Avatar
    Larry Clark

    Appreciated your smoothness in your examples. Nice flow. Thanks.

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  2. Ronald Ellis Avatar
    Ronald Ellis

    That is the easiest lesson to understand that I have seen anywhere on the internet, I am going to pick up my bass and work on it.

    Thank you very much

    Ron (portugal)

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  3. chaz Avatar
    chaz

    I like the way u explained it much 2 understand

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  4. leo Avatar
    leo

    yo Alex nice lesson dude , simple but effective patterns, Groove on brother,Amen

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  5. Vincent Sweargen Avatar
    Vincent Sweargen

    AMEN BROTHER!!!! This video has helped me in oh so many ways. I’m a “rookie intermediate” bass player. I’ve only been serious about playing since the beginning of the year. I’m 46 years old and I’ve been dabbling with the bass since I was in high school. I play with a group and your videos show me how to expand my playing. You’re a Godsend brother and I appreciate you.

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  6. andrew Avatar
    andrew

    This is AWESOME!! I can definitely use this all the way.

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  7. marvin harrell Avatar
    marvin harrell

    THANK /// ALEX I AM GOING PLAYING THIS OVER AND OVER UNTIL I STICKS…THANK YOU

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  8. Leroy Avatar
    Leroy

    Hi Alex,
    The information was very helpful. I am like most seasoned bass players, I find it very hard to find time to practice when you face job dead lines, and in some cases have to play to make ends meet. Practice (did some one say practice!!) – There is no time. When the word gets out that you rocked the house at the last concert, and your talent is in demand. With less time on your hands, your trying to digest and recall what you just digested at the same time. You cram patterns like a mad man, playing them over, and over again. You stay up late at night to finish that last report to keep your boss off your butt and learn that last lic. I truly believe to maximize your learning curve; you must have a workable method in your head or a short sheet that you can apply to any musical situation. If you do not have either, your talents as a bass player will be no longer in demand, and you will not grow as a musician.

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  9. Erskine Gordon Avatar
    Erskine Gordon

    HI Alex, great instructions. Can this be used in Gospel bass?

    Thanks

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    1. alexsampson Avatar
      alexsampson

      Like i said in the video Erskine this can be used in *ANY STYLE OF MUSIC*… All styles of music us the same 12 notes.

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  10. Roosevelt Avatar
    Roosevelt

    i love how you instructed me how to play your songs

    UNLIKE the books that are suppose to help you, i like how you SHOW me how to play it

    is it possible you coulde email me your teaching videos

    Jesus Loves You

    In Jesus Name
    roosevelt317

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  11. CRM Avatar
    CRM

    AMEN, Alex. This video answered a question I’ve been asking for “years”. Everyone wanted to tell me the theory and have me figure it out, but I’m a positional player. This will open up my playing so much more. Thanks and God bless!

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    1. alexsampson Avatar
      alexsampson

      Hey CRM glad to be helpful – And I think sometimes educators can forget that theory is just a way of describing how something works… As such the same thing can be described in many different ways some of which work better for others… Glad this way works for you…

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  12. bill glover Avatar
    bill glover

    Hi Alex:
    Thank you so much. This lesson is fabulous

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  13. Ronald Morrison Avatar
    Ronald Morrison

    AAAAMMMMEEENNNN,my brother, you are a GODsend to me!!!

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  14. Gerry Avatar
    Gerry

    Fantastic. England loves ya too!

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    1. alexsampson Avatar
      alexsampson

      Haha thanks and I loves England! 🙂

      Reply
  15. Neil Kelly Avatar
    Neil Kelly

    Really liked the simple approach and your friendly, enthusiastic style. Looking forward to learning more.

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  16. Zac Avatar
    Zac

    Alex that was a simple yet elegant clip. Your doing a fantastic job man! Also the Chick Korea jam was a sick groove… much apreciated!

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  17. Jeff Burkhardt Avatar
    Jeff Burkhardt

    AMEN! You’re doing some great work here, Alex. I enjoy learning from you — even though I’ve been playing for almost 40 years! Keep it up. Thanks.

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  18. Tony Deane Avatar
    Tony Deane

    AAAAAAMEN! I AM FEELING YER ALEX! KEEP THAT GOOD STUFF COMING!

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  19. bob goyette Avatar
    bob goyette

    Amen Alex – Your simple method was a real eye opener. Great way to break down chord progressions with a couple of simple rules. You are my bass guru!

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  20. Harley Baczkowski Avatar
    Harley Baczkowski

    Watched all the videos. Very informative. You take the complicated and make it simple.

    Thanks.

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  21. Guy Gill Avatar
    Guy Gill

    This is more my speed.I am someone who does better by seeing instead of reading.I can only play by ear.

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  22. andrew Avatar
    andrew

    Very good video for slow beginners like me. Very informative please keep up the good work and more blessings of God upon your life

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  23. Anne Avatar
    Anne

    Thankyou Alex. This is really good stuff. I appreciate your videos for beginners. Anne

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  24. Roger Avatar
    Roger

    Very useful, understanding these Bass lines is something I truly want to get into and this video has helped.

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  25. Ken Avatar
    Ken

    Thanks Alex, another great & helpful video. Very ez to understand. I love Bass Guitar. Even at 64 I think I’m still teachable:>) You can teach OLD DOGS new tricks. Keep up the good work. Looking forward to learning more from your teaching and videos. Thanks Again.

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  26. Bruce Campbell Avatar
    Bruce Campbell

    Alex, I rearly appreciate the time & effort you put into these videos. I have been playing bass for years & still am picking up points & ideas from watching you. Those simple 3 note major & minor structures will now appear in my playing where appropriate. Thanx & AMEN from down under Australia.

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  27. Ken Avatar
    Ken

    Thanks, Alex. I have been just playing root notes in the past, but now you are giving me more. I’ve ordered your program and waiting for it to arrive. I can’t wait to start grooving like you do. Amen!!!

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    1. alexsampson Avatar
      alexsampson

      Hey Ken, thanks a lot for the support and I’m glad you are getting something from these videos! Welcome to the family

      Reply
  28. John P Avatar
    John P

    Amen! Your always right on point Alex. Great lessons and thanks for the email notifications. I got busy and meant to go back and find the 1st email. Looking forward to your wisdom and insight.

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  29. Chris Avatar
    Chris

    Alex just keep cooking and you will always satisfy a bass players hunger to be better, great lesson again Big Thanks.

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  30. Scott Avatar
    Scott

    What kind of strings do you use?

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    1. alexsampson Avatar
      alexsampson

      On the 4 string it’s D’Addario half rounds. Peace

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  31. Mike Hervieux Avatar
    Mike Hervieux

    NICE RIFFS, VERY MELODIC AND HARMONIC. I UNDERSTAND THE USE OF THE MUTED NOTES ALEX, BUT YOU PLAY SO WELL THAT IT IS HARD TO TELL WHERE WND WHEN YOU ARE USING THEM. IF YOU EXAGURATED YOUR HAND MOVEMENTS A LITTLE IT WOULD BE EASIER TO FOLLOW. THANKS MIKE

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  32. Junior Avatar
    Junior

    Hi Alex,
    Excellent stuff bro, keep up the good work. You make me want to pick up my bass again.
    May the Lord continue blessing you with more knowlege.
    Peace
    J

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  33. eric Avatar
    eric

    alex very good and interesting materal i play by ear so i can listen to a song and play i would lov e to be able to read music. i like what you doing.

    Reply
  34. butch Avatar
    butch

    It’s getting better all the time.

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  35. Chris Avatar
    Chris

    Alex, you are helping me out more than you know. I’ve been playing for awhile, but still struggle to come up with bass lines in songs that I write with my band. This will really accelerate my skill and make our songs sound a lot better. Thanks.

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  36. Marcel Avatar
    Marcel

    Fantastic video Alex – really well explained. just what beginner bass players like me need. Please keep it coming! AMEN!!

    Reply
  37. Graham Avatar
    Graham

    Thanks Alex,
    Great stuff, as always.
    G

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  38. Sanman Avatar
    Sanman

    Well put together Alex. Very clearly explained and demoed.

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  39. joey Avatar
    joey

    Wow! E-Z moves explained well. Congrats Alex!

    Reply
  40. Paul Miyasaki Avatar
    Paul Miyasaki

    This is the best yet. You break it down into simple to understand ideas. Keep it up.

    Reply
  41. KD Green Avatar
    KD Green

    Amen! Alex, this was a very imformative piece. I was able to pick up a few tricks of the trade. Keep up the good work because you are giving needed imformation about bass playing.

    Reply
  42. larry kovar Avatar
    larry kovar

    I Thank You Very Much!! Alex This Is Going To Help My Playing A Lot!! Amen!!

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  43. douglas Avatar
    douglas

    Okay, job well done, I have been trying to learn this song for years finally I can play it now thanks man. You are the best keep up the good work.

    Reply
  44. Larry Forbis Avatar
    Larry Forbis

    I’m dig’n this stuff. I play with some bone headed,gifted players who believe that if it doesn’t come naturally then your not a player.

    Not true,I’ve been trying to play Bass for sometime but,I need simple tech with understanding. I love this because my aim is to be able to play simple lines when i’m in Africa to help with my ministry to west Africa, after all everyone loves music,so do I, love man,blessing my brother.

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  45. Woody Avatar
    Woody

    Alex, you’re a great teacher. Down to the bone, no B.S.
    Basics is what it’s all about. You make the basics sound great with the simple little adds.
    I have a couple of your courses. I play mostly by ear, can read a little but not fast enough to do a job. I figure out what it should be and then play my version.Started in ‘1958’, played everything even upright in a big band. I’ve been playing for more than 50 years, still playing and the best part is, I’m STILL LEARNING FROM YOU. You make it understandable and easy.
    Thank you and ‘amen’ to you brother.

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    1. alexsampson Avatar
      alexsampson

      Hey Woody that’s awesome man – you been playing longer than I been breathing – It’s a compliment to hear from you. Thanks and have a great day bro! Peace and groove always…

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  46. Karen Avatar
    Karen

    Hi Alex,
    I’ve already commented in my email,however I’ve found this video is absolutely awesome.Why?It’s slow and easy to follow and where to place your fingers.Great teaching.Thanks heaps.I need to get practising.Amen and Amen..

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  47. BG Frappier Avatar
    BG Frappier

    ALEX I WATCH YOUR VIDEOS ON MY COMPUTER AT WORK AND MEMORIZE THE PATTERNS SO WHEN I GET HOME I CAN PRACTICE , SINCE I HAVE NO PUTER AT HOME, BUT WOW WHAT I’VE PICKED UP IS BEYOND WHAT I’VE EVER BEEN TAUGHT BY ANOTHER PERSON INPERSON, SO WITH THAT , CAN WE GET THIS MAN AN AMEN! AMEN! THANK YOU BG.

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  48. Raashon Avatar
    Raashon

    Hey Alex –
    great lesson. I’m looking forward to learning more and hopefully incorporating your lessons into my playing soon!

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  49. Al West Avatar
    Al West

    Another winner Alex! Sometimes simplicity works best in explaining new concepts. In this way, there will be no confusion and one can learn the full intent of the basic concept without problems. Once the basic foundation is laid down and established, the road ahead becomes the superhighway to excelling in the art of bass playing. Great job!

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  50. Kevin Schuyler Avatar
    Kevin Schuyler

    I purchased a beginner course from you about 2 weeks ago. It’s very good. I read a lot of mixed reviews about you on TalkBass Forums. The more mature sounding people seemd to not mind how you market your products and how you write. The younger guys (many of whom never tried your stuff) seemed to have all kinds of issues with you.

    Let me just say I have no problem with the fact that you are an internet marketing expert as well as a great bass player. I found the 50 bucks I spent on your course to be well worth it. Since then I received 2 fantastic videos (this one included) for which I have not paid you a penny.

    I hope you don’t change a thing about how you market, what you charge, how you teach, your attitude, your generosity or anything else. I greatly appreciate your approach to teaching. I think your prices are a value compared to the knowledge you deliver. Thanks for the freebies and keep them coming please.

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    1. alexsampson Avatar
      alexsampson

      Hey Kev, thanks for the support my man – Believe me, loudmouthed trolls who talk about stuff outside of their experience have absolutely no weight whatsoever in my world. To me it’s as pathetic, like guys who have opinions on cars they never drove or sports they never played. But we’re gonna keep talking good care of our customers and continue to provide top notch value to our community, so glad to hear from you! Thanks for having our back!

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