Bass Guitar Setup and Stringing: A Comprehensive Guide (Udemy.com)
The proper way to string, adjust, tune, and set up your bass. Improve the sound and playability of your bass and more!
Created by: David Taub
Last updated October 2017
What you will learn
- Learn how to set up your bass so it plays and sounds just how you like it
- Learn how to adjust the truss rod, string height, intonation, action, and more
- Learn three different ways to properly tune your bass
- Learn the proper way to restring your bass
- Learn how to get different tones from your bass
- Learn tips and tricks to keep your instrument in tune
How it compares
Against the other 183 rated Udemy courses in Guitar on CourseDuck:
- Rating4.3 out of 5higher than 6% of them
- Reviews46#151 of 184 by number of reviews
- Length1.1 hoursshorter than 91% of them
- Last updatedOctober 2017earlier than 81% of them
Course Description
Would you like to immediately sound better on bass guitar and extend the life of your beloved instrument?
Then grab your bass and let us show you how to improve the sound and playability of your instrument almost instantly!
This course shows you everything you need to know to properly string your bass, as well as how to set it up perfectly and have it playing like an absolute dream.
No expensive or complicated tools needed either. Just a few simple tools that you probably already have in your house.
Best of all, you'll save big money because it can cost upwards of $55 or more to have a professional do what you can easily do yourself with the simple, step-by-step instructions you'll see in this course.
Perhaps your bass does not play as well as it used to ... or maybe your bass just wont stay in tune as long as it once did ... or perhaps you hear that ugly buzzing sound on certain frets ... or maybe your action has slowly gotten higher and higher.
Well, these are all normal things that happen to a bass guitar over time. Your bass guitar, after all, has moving parts that need periodic adjustment and refinement to keep the instrument within specs and playing and sounding like you want.
But why not learn to perform these simple adjustments yourself? You'll not only sound better immediately, but you'll now have the ability to fix any issues on the fly— and save a significant amount of money in the process.
We go over all the tools you need to complete a setup. And we keep it easy, just a few simple tools will get the job done. You will amaze yourself when you hear the difference that a few simple adjustments can make!
In this course you will learn:
-The proper way to string your bass and replace those old strings. When old strings don't hold their tune and take on that dreadful "dead" sound, they need to be replaced. Every bassist should know how to properly replace their own strings. This is something you will have to do quite often, so you will want to learn the proper procedure because improperly installed strings won't stay in tune and won't perform their best. You'll discover tips and tricks to make this process easy. We literally show you which string is which, how to cut the strings to the proper length, and how to properly wind the string to the peg. You will also learn what to do to new strings to help keep them in tune. We leave no stone unturned and start from scratch so that no one gets left behind.
-All about truss rod adjustment. You'll learn how to adjust the truss rod to perfectly set your bass guitar neck relief. We show you the proper way to perform this critical adjustment.
-How set your bass action. You'll learn how to adjust the string height to set your bass guitar's action to your exact preference. If you like your action low and fast, no problem, as we show you how. Or maybe you like your action a little higher, so that you have more room to work the notes — we'll show you that, too.
-How to set the intonation. You'll learn how to check and set your bass guitar's intonation so that your notes sound to pitch where they should.
-Learn three different methods to tune your bass. Why three? Well, some people find one way easier than another way. Knowing all three gives you the flexibility to work with your instrument in the way you prefer.
In our bonus tone lesson you will learn about all the factors that contribute to your overall tone. Learn about the volume and tone controls on your bass and how the affect tone. Learn how to get different tones from tonal adjustments. Learn about pickups and how active versus passive pickups affect tone. Go from bright and punchy to dark and muffled — whatever your preference. You'll learn how to get various tones quickly and easily.
You will also see a fun bass tapping lesson to introduce you to fretboard tapping. Learn how to get some awesome, unique sounds from your bass. This is a technique that you can really run with and get creative.
Bottom line: This is a comprehensive course that will give you and your bass a lifetime of playing pleasure. You'll also gain a ton of confidence in being able to control your instrument better. This will translate into advancing more quickly in your playing skill.
Feel free to email us any questions and we wish you the best in all your musical endeavors,
David Taub, Next Level Guitar Inc.
Instructor Details
- 4.3 Rating
46 Reviews
David Taub
Hi - I'm David Taub and have been teaching guitar for over 25 years. I started one of the first online video teaching curriculum in 2005. I have taught hundreds of thousands of students all over the world through my private lessons, online tutorials, courses, 2 large YouTube channels, and my instructional website at Next Level Guitar.
I am certain I can get your playing to the next level in the fastest and most efficient manner. I have created courses for all levels players whether you are just starting as a beginner or are a more advanced player.
My one YouTube channels at "Rock On Good People" and "Epic Guitar Instruction" have over 450,000 subscribers and over 220 MILLION views worldwide.
I try and make learning fun and keep it light and interesting while empowering students throughout their guitar journeys. My lessons are designed like both student and teacher are in the same room as I put myself in the students shoes to ensure I am best assisting them to reach their guitar and music goals.
My methods work and produce results. Give my courses a try and I hope they will exceed your expectations.
Please feel free to contact me with any questions and I wish you the best in all your guitar and musical endeavors!
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Reviews
By Bob Rollins on 2/5/2025
Very basic and some of the presentations could've been shorter.
By Matt Higginbotham on 3/29/2022
It was a good video but after watching it all, there is still alot of unanswered questions that I have. I felt topics where rushed through with just basic information, which left me with more questions than answers. I wish they would of spent more time on setting up the Bass with more in depth details.
By Stefan Leers on 7/7/2021
Great way of explaining, thanks a lot!
By Jose Manuel Ramirez Soltero on 3/14/2021
Very good course, the instructor explains very well step by step
By T. Rayford Woolridge on 5/23/2020
I learned a lot about my bass and feel more comfortable with my bass , and it makes a lot of sense to be able to care for your guitar
By Amber Fisher on 4/26/2020
Enjoyed but would of liked more information and maybe printable resource .
By Lieuwe Leeftink on 12/29/2019
Excellent course on how to set up your bass right, and the bonus lesson on hammering on and pull-offs man that sounds crazy. I've enyoyed the course from the beginning to the end, I've given the course 5 stars but it needed to be more than 5, great job Finbar well done, greetings from a cold the Netherlands (I'm dutch sorry for that)
By Shammi on 10/17/2019
Good guide for a complete newbies
By Jeff Brady on 8/29/2019
I enjoyed taking this course. It allowed me to learn more everything that goes into making sure that a bass is setup properly for the best sound possible from the instrument. I hope to use these techniques to be able to check and adjust my own bass.
By Jamie Ambler on 6/25/2018
Started great- as a semi pro player I figured it was high time I learned how to set up my bass. For that...fantastic and well worth the fee. BUT... whats with the padding at the end? How to use an electric tuner then straight to two handed tapping...just a bit weird and feels like it was done to fill time. It doesn’t need it. Just market it as the quickest way to set up! Would have been a solid 5 if it had been shorter.
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