How to play an A Sharp on Bass Guitar

This guide will teach you how to play an A Sharp on Bass Guitar. As you'll read about below, there are many different ways to play A#. You can choose an A# from one of two different octaves on each of the four bass guitar strings. When playing a song, you may find it convenient to use more than one A# option.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ICiW63Y50SY&feature=player_embedded

How to Play an A Sharp on Bass Guitar

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In this brief clip, Charles from the band Final Gravity shows you all the different ways to play A Sharp on your bass guitar. You'll be able to play A# in two different octaves using each of the four strings on your bass. Picking the best one to use while playing a tune is up to you, though you'll want to make sure it's as easy to reach as possible in relation to your other notes.

Step 1: Pick Your Octave

On your bass guitar, each string can play two different A sharps, with the higher one being one octave above the other. Which octave you choose will be based on the music you're playing, and may be influenced by the other notes surrounding it as well. Whether you're using sheet music or just playing by ear, learning what octave you need to play is important.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ICiW63Y50SY&feature=player_embedded

Step 2: Pick Your String

Since each string is tuned to play a different note when plucked, each string will play A# using different frets. For example, the 6th and 18th frets on your lowest pitched (top) string play A#. However, for the second string, you'll need to hold down the 1st fret or the 13th fret. You'll be able to hit identical notes using different frets and different strings, but the exact sound of the note will vary slightly due to the varying thickness of different strings.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ICiW63Y50SY&feature=player_embedded

Step 3: Play Your Chosen A#

Once you've chosen your string and octave, all you need to do is strum! However, you can still play the note different ways. You can brush the string quickly with your index and middle finger (as shown in the video above), but you can also pluck the string by quickly picking it up and then letting go. This will give you a more edgy sound, if that's what you're looking for.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ICiW63Y50SY&feature=player_embedded

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