The SBL Podcast
If you’re a bassist — you’re in the right place. Join Scott Devine and Ian Allison from SBL as they dissect every aspect to being a bass player - professional or hobbyist - from basses and gear hacks, to musicianship and gig tips, all the way to mental health and what the future might hold for the music industry.
The SBL Podcast
149 - Are Short Scale Basses DEAD?!
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Scott's Bass Lessons
So which is better – a long-scale or a short-scale bass guitar? If you’ve ever wondered which is the right scale length for you, you’ve come to the right place! In today’s episode, we’re taking a closer look at the key differences between short-scale and long-scale basses, the pros and cons of each, and we’ll give you a few recommendations of short-scale basses to check out for yourself.
In this episode
- What is a short scale bass?
- Who plays one?
- Which is better, short-scale or long-scale?
- How does the scale length affect the sound?
- What short-scale basses does Ian recommend?
- And much, much more!