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The difference is the amount of strings. A six string doesnt have better chords than a twelve stringed. The twelve string sounds much more rich and has a unique sound, along with more chords to play.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 14y agoA bass looks like a massive violin or cello. It stands to about mid-chest level. A double bass is much larger and stands usually to about your head. A Bass Guitar is more like an Electric Guitar in size.
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∙ 14y agoA six string guitar has six strings, tuned EADGBE. A twelve string has the same strings, except each string is accompanied with and octave string, with the exception of the high e. These two strings are tuned in unison.
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∙ 14y agoon a five string bass guitar there are five strings, and on a six string bass guitar there are six strings
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∙ 14y agoA 6 string guitar has the standard tuning of E,A,D,G,B,E from 6th string to 1st respectively. A 7 string guitar adds a lower B note "above" the E (6th string) for a heavier sound.
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∙ 13y agoBoth are good; a four string is best for beginners, and many notable bassists never play five strings. Five strings allows for greater complexity though.
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Does Ronald Presley cousin to Elvis play a 4-string or 5-string bass?
Ronald Presley plays a 4 string bass...I know, I jam with him!
What is a good 5 string bass guitar that is under 500 but not a fender since I already own a 4 string fender jazz?
Since you already have a 4-string Fender jazz guitar, you should look at a Rickenbacker 4003 Bass. Rickenbacker makes good 5-string bass guitars that are under $500.
What is the name of the top string on the double bass?
They are the same as those an a bass guitar, if that helps. so, imagine you are holding the doulble-bass, about to play. The string on the far left (the highest note) is a G, the next one along is a D, then A then E.
When do you use a 5 string bass guitar?
A five-string bass is used to expand the range of notes which can be played on it. Either you add a string that has higher notes, or a string that has lower notes, as compared to a four-string bass.
Looking for 5 string violin shaped bass guitar?
hofner guitars, but i thnk they only make 4 string guitars, not sure, search them though
Are you able play slap bass with a five string bass guitar?
Yes, infact, slap sounds better on a 5 string bass than it does on a 4 string in my opinion.
Can a 5 string bass guitar be used as a 4 string bass guitar. Or can 5 string bass guitars be used to play cover songs that were originally played with 4 string bass guitars?
Yes and Yes.
Should you buy a 4 or 5 string base guitar?
A 4-string bass guitar might be a better guitar to buy for the beginner. It is easier to play than the 5-string bass. The 50string bass can be good for more intermediate players. Because of its extended range, it gives off a better quality of sound.
Why does Brandon have a 4-string Bass instead of a 5-string bass?
He doesn't know.
Does Ronald Presley cousin to Elvis play a 4-string or 5-string bass?
Ronald Presley plays a 4 string bass...I know, I jam with him!
Is it ok to switch from a 4 string bass guitar to a 5 or 6 string bass guitar?
If you want to switch, then switch.
How do you tune a drop b?
You don't in 4-string bass, you can't anyway.To get drop B sound, you need either 5 string bass in stardard tune - B.E.A.D.G.or buy a single B string, replace the E string in 4-string bass.
How many strings on a bass instrument?
the Standard is 4 string but there are also 5 string, 6 string and etc.
What is a good 5 string bass guitar that is under 500 but not a fender since I already own a 4 string fender jazz?
Since you already have a 4-string Fender jazz guitar, you should look at a Rickenbacker 4003 Bass. Rickenbacker makes good 5-string bass guitars that are under $500.
What is the value of an alembic Excel 5 string bass?
what is the value of an alembic excel 5 string bass
Do you need a 4 string bass for being a beginner?
It's best to start with a 4 string. The fifth string is more for the advanced player. You can learn on a 5 string but the strings are closer together therefore harder to play and you'll find you won't use the b string all that much if at all. If you've been given a 5 string bass, you can still use it but I wouldn't suggest buying one as a first bass.
Should only experienced players play a 5 string bass?
Not necessarily, whether or not a person should be playing a 5 string bass is totally subjective. For some people, beginner or not, that extra string can be too much. For others an extra string isn't going to be much more difficult than a 4 string bass. What it really comes down to is personal preference, if a beginner bass player wants to play a 5 stringer than why not?
