Stuff! Good Bass Players Should Know (Paperback)

Glenn Letsch

ISBN 10: 1423431383 / ISBN 13: 9781423431381

Published by Hal Leonard Corporation, Milwaukee, 2008

About this Item

Paperback. Provides instruction and tips on performing, recording, equipment, theory, and techniques of playing the bass guitar. STUFF! A new instructional book/CD series featuring tips from renowned instructors. Take your playing from ordinary to extraordinary with this all-encompassing book/CD pack for bassists. Provides valuable tips on performing, recording, the music business, instruments and equipment (including electronics), grooves, fills, soloing techniques, care and maintenance, and more. Covers rock, jazz, blues, RandB and funk through demos of authentic grooves. The accompanying CD includes many of the examples in the book performed both in solo bass format and in a full-band setting so you can hear how important concepts fit in with other instruments and ensembles. Topics include: arpeggios, chucking, fretless bass, ghost notes, isometrics, raking, slapping and popping, walking bass lines, zydeco bass and more! Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Stuff! Good Bass Players Should Know (Paperback)
• Publisher: Hal Leonard Corporation, Milwaukee
• Publication Date: 2008
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1423431383
• ISBN 13: 9781423431381
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

Stuff! Good Bass Players Should Know: An A-Z Guide to Getting Better by bassist and educator Glenn Letsch is a comprehensive bass guitar instruction book designed for players who want to expand their technique, musical understanding, and real-world playing skills. Organized in a clear A-Z format, it offers practical insight and accessible guidance, making it a strong resource for developing and self-taught bassists aiming to move beyond the basics.

This book combines bass tablature with detailed instruction and online audio, allowing players to connect written concepts directly to sound. The recordings present examples in both solo bass and full-band contexts, helping you understand how grooves and techniques function in real musical settings. With PLAYBACK+ tools, you can slow down tracks, loop sections, change keys, and isolate parts to support more focused and effective practice.

Covering a wide stylistic range including rock, jazz, blues, R&B, and funk, the book explores essential techniques and concepts that shape a well-rounded bassist. From foundational skills to expressive phrasing and groove development, it connects technical knowledge with musical application. Guidance on equipment, recording, and the music business adds practical value for players looking to perform, record, or collaborate with greater confidence.

Topics Covered
Arpeggios * Chucking * Fretless Bass * Ghost Notes * Isometrics * Raking * Slapping and Popping * Walking Bass Lines * Zydeco Bass

Whether used for structured practice, creative exploration, or as a long-term reference, this book supports steady growth and keeps practice sessions purposeful. It also makes a thoughtful gift for bass players seeking inspiration, offering a balanced blend of technique, style, and musical insight that rewards revisiting over time.