{"id":297,"date":"2020-04-05T23:02:31","date_gmt":"2020-04-05T23:02:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bassguitardojo.com\/?p=297"},"modified":"2020-04-05T23:02:31","modified_gmt":"2020-04-05T23:02:31","slug":"how-to-string-a-bass-guitar-a-guide-with-tips-and-tricks-for-beginners","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bassguitardojo.com\/best-accoustic-bass-guitar\/how-to-string-a-bass-guitar-a-guide-with-tips-and-tricks-for-beginners\/","title":{"rendered":"How to String a Bass Guitar: A Guide with Tips and Tricks for Beginners"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>I am sure that most people considers music as a huge part of their lives. People listen to it every day and it can be heard anywhere we go. Music does not necessarily mean that it is a song.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It can be as simple as the sound of the wind brushing through the trees, rain dropping on the roof, and even the sound of your loved one&#8217;s voice or laugh. Music has created such a positive impact on us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is universal and has served as a big factor that has united people from different places and different languages. It is also one of the oldest forms of art and every culture and civilization has made music.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are a few more reasons as to why music has become an important part of our lives:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>It is a form of art and a way to express our creativity and individuality<\/li><li>It can help deliver messages to people even without the use of words<\/li><li>It helps us connect with people everywhere despite the difference of language<\/li><li>Music makes life colorful and a little less dull<\/li><li>It is educational<\/li><li>It is timeless and can be heard by people no matter what year it is<\/li><li>And finally, it simply makes us happy<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Listening to music definitely has its perks. What makes it even better is to create music. Just how is it created? Music has a lot of different categories or what they call as genres.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Each genre has different components. Some are created by only the use of a person\u2019s voice which is called acapella. Another kind is rock music which requires the use of different instruments. The instruments that are most commonly found in a band are guitars, drums, keyboards, and a bass.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A bass guitar is a stringed instrument that is played by the use of fingers. It can be played by plucking, tapping, slapping, or strumming the strings. Its appearance is very similar to an electric guitar though they have quite a big difference with their use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-662c62f9624cc\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-662c62f9624cc\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bassguitardojo.com\/best-accoustic-bass-guitar\/how-to-string-a-bass-guitar-a-guide-with-tips-and-tricks-for-beginners\/#Steps_on_How_to_String_a_Bass_Guitar\" title=\"Steps on How to String a Bass Guitar\">Steps on How to String a Bass Guitar<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bassguitardojo.com\/best-accoustic-bass-guitar\/how-to-string-a-bass-guitar-a-guide-with-tips-and-tricks-for-beginners\/#Remove_the_string\" title=\"Remove the string\">Remove the string<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bassguitardojo.com\/best-accoustic-bass-guitar\/how-to-string-a-bass-guitar-a-guide-with-tips-and-tricks-for-beginners\/#Put_on_the_string\" title=\"Put on the string\">Put on the string<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bassguitardojo.com\/best-accoustic-bass-guitar\/how-to-string-a-bass-guitar-a-guide-with-tips-and-tricks-for-beginners\/#Stretch_the_string\" title=\"Stretch the string\">Stretch the string<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bassguitardojo.com\/best-accoustic-bass-guitar\/how-to-string-a-bass-guitar-a-guide-with-tips-and-tricks-for-beginners\/#Tune_the_string\" title=\"Tune the string\">Tune the string<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bassguitardojo.com\/best-accoustic-bass-guitar\/how-to-string-a-bass-guitar-a-guide-with-tips-and-tricks-for-beginners\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Steps_on_How_to_String_a_Bass_Guitar\"><\/span>Steps on How to String a Bass Guitar<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you already have a bass guitar or you are thinking of buying one, then it is important that you know how to change its strings. It is not as simple as removing all of the string and replacing them in one go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You have to learn a few techniques that will not damage your bass guitar and make it have the best sound and tempo as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While there are 4 string, 5 string, and &#8220;more&#8221; string guitars, they all can be strung basically the same. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Below are the steps on <a href=\"http:\/\/bassguitardojo.com\">how to string your bass guitar<\/a> and a few tips and tricks to keep in mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Remove_the_string\"><\/span>Remove the string<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When removing the strings, it is important that you do not do all of them at the same time. If you remove the strings all at once, it can greatly affect the neck of your bass guitar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You have 2 options when removing a string from you bass, you can loosen it up a little bit then cut it in the middle and then remove it from each side, or you can just unwind the string completely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure that you set the string aside when you are done removing it so that you do not mistakenly use it again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Put_on_the_string\"><\/span>Put on the string<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure that the string that you are going to put is the correct one. Depending on what type of bass guitar you have, take the string and put it through the bridge hole or through the body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Next is to make it pass through the saddle and then towards the headstock.&nbsp; Since the strings that we buy are usually longer than we need them to be, make sure to cut it at just the perfect length.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The recommended length is usually 2 \u2013 3 pegs apart. Before cutting it though, it is advisable that you bend it first to create that curvy end.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, you are ready to put it in the hole. Once you do, make sure to hold the string in place down to the nut and wind it the right way which is from the top going to the bottom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stretch_the_string\"><\/span>Stretch the string<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that the string is in place, simply stretch the string. Make sure to work your hands toward the whole string. By doing this, it will make your tuning more accurate and stable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tune_the_string\"><\/span>Tune the string<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, it is now time for you to tune it. If you are a beginner and not sure on how to tune your bass guitar properly, there are many tutorials online that you can refer to or you can go the extra mile buy purchasing a tuner which costs around $20 and up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There you have it! You now know the things you should and should not do when you string a bass guitar. Just repeat the process for all of the other strings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It is really hard to put into words as to how important music is in our lives. It has become a part of our every day. It keeps us entertained, it has helped us connect with people despite the language barrier, it helps us express ourselves and our creativity, and it is timeless.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Without music, our life will sure become dull. Listening to music is a wonderful feeling. But creating music is something even more magical.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Creating music is not that simple and can get very complicated depending on what genre it is. In a band, whether they play jazz or rock, there will be a bass player.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A bass guitar is a 4 or 6 stringed instrument which has a \u201cheartbeat\u201d like sound. There are a few <a href=\"http:\/\/bassguitardojo.com\">steps that you need to follow when you string a bass guitar<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are a bass player or if you\u2019re interested to play it, it is important that you are aware of the things that you need to avoid when you string your bass. If you just string it without following the correct steps, it can harm or damage the sound of your bass guitar.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>I am sure that most people considers music as a huge part of their lives. 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