What Do the Knobs On a Bass Guitar Do? (All You Need to Know)

Some bass guitars come with two, while others have five or more knobs. It can be quite difficult, especially for beginners, to figure out exactly what they do. And that’s because these knobs are usually not labeled.  So what exactly do the knobs on a bass guitar do? The knobs on a bass guitar are used to control the overall volume of the bass guitar or blend the sounds … more

Why Are Rickenbacker Bass So Expensive? (Explained)

Rickenbacker has been in existence since 1931, and is, undoubtedly, one of the most sought after bass and guitar brands out there. However, one thing that makes so many bass players hate Rickenbacker bass guitars are their price. But why are Rickenbacker bass so expensive? The main reason why Rickenbacker bass guitars are so expensive is that there is more demand for Rickenbacker bass than the supply. And this … more

Bass Players: 5 Things You Should Know

The bass guitar isn’t as common as other instruments. And that is certainly a good thing. And you’ll understand why in a moment. Here are five of the most common questions about bass players that you should definitely know the answers to. Without wasting much time, let’s get into it.  Why are bassists so hard to find? Bassists are hard to find because many people are not interested in … more

Why Bass Players Wear Gloves: 7 Practical Reasons

Bass players wearing gloves was never a thing until recently — about a decade ago. If you are someone who watches bass guitar videos, you’ve probably noticed the trend of bass players wearing gloves to play. But why do bass players wear gloves? After a few hours of research, I found seven reasons why. And I’m happy to share them with you. Here are the reasons why bass players … more