A couple of beginner questions... - Bass Players Discussion https://guitarnoise.forum/bass-players-discussion/a-couple-of-beginner-questions/ Guitar Noise Discussion Board en-US Fri, 05 Jun 2026 09:25:56 +0000 wpForo 60 Re: A couple of beginner questions... https://guitarnoise.forum/bass-players-discussion/a-couple-of-beginner-questions/#post-49825 Wed, 04 Feb 2004 09:35:42 +0000 Unfortunately, I can only answer no. 3.  The Red Hot Chili Peppers have some really interesting (and some quite difficult) bass lines.  I'm not sure what your skill level is, but I'd suggest 'Californication' and also 'The Zephyr Song.'  Maybe 'Can't Stop' if you feel like a challenge or 'By The Way' if you really wan't to look like a cool bass player.  Flea uses a 4-string for all of these, but there's no reason you can't play them on a 5-string.

Later :)
Brad]]> Bass Players Discussion Elgalad https://guitarnoise.forum/bass-players-discussion/a-couple-of-beginner-questions/#post-49825 Re: A couple of beginner questions... https://guitarnoise.forum/bass-players-discussion/a-couple-of-beginner-questions/#post-49824 Tue, 27 Jan 2004 06:05:52 +0000 Bass Players Discussion paul donnelly https://guitarnoise.forum/bass-players-discussion/a-couple-of-beginner-questions/#post-49824 A couple of beginner questions... https://guitarnoise.forum/bass-players-discussion/a-couple-of-beginner-questions/#post-426 Tue, 27 Jan 2004 05:55:05 +0000
I've been "playing" the guitar since mid-summer, and I have a couple of questions.

1)I want to play the basslines of some bands I like, so I was wondering how many strings are used in Symphony X and Tool...

Also, is it a safe bet to say that with a 5 string, I'll be able to try *most* of the stuff out there?

2) Seeing that this is my first bass, I don't want something TOO expensive, but nothing bad quality, is it possible to find a good 5-string bass guitar for 350$ or less? I can manage to get a perfect working amp off my cousin.

3) What are some bands with easy (But not boring) bass lines, I think Red Hot Chilly Peppers fall under that, but what else?]]> Bass Players Discussion badblood909 https://guitarnoise.forum/bass-players-discussion/a-couple-of-beginner-questions/#post-426