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Basics of Bass Guitars
The history of bass guitars dates back to 1930s when it was first developed by Paul Tutmarc of Seattle, Washington. A bass guitar looks similar to an electric guitar except it is larger in terms of body and neck length. The guitar is tuned to pitches that are one octave lower than those of the four lower strings of a guitar (E, A, D and G). Like electric guitars, bass guitars are attached to an amplifier or speaker for live performance.
What are bass guitars made of?
The bass guitars usually have bodies made of wood. The body may also be made of other materials like graphite as in some of the Steinberger guitars. Different types of woods are used for the making of the neck, body and the fretboard of the bass guitars. Usually the body is made of alder; the fretboard is made of rosewood and the neck of maple. Other types of woods used are ash, mahogany and maple for bodies, maple and ebony for the fretboard and mahogany for necks. The bass guitars have various flat and curved designs and oil, wax, or lacquer finishes.
What creates the bass effect?
Most of the bass guitars have bodies with hollow chambers to enhance the resonance and tone of the instruments. This design also reduces the weight of the guitars. Acoustic bass guitars usually have piezoelectric or magnetic pick ups and amplifiers. Bass Guitars may also be classified on the basis of the frets. The Fender basses have about 20 frets whereas modern basses have about 24 or more frets. The Fretless basses produce distinct sound due to lack of frets. Usually the bass guitars have four, five or six strings.
You can take formal bass guitars training in a wide range of styles like jazz, rock, Latin, funk and R&B. You may even learn informally from records or CDs. There is a wide variety of brands and styles of bass guitars. You can buy them along with many different accessories according to your individual needs. Some of the accessories that are often required are amplifiers, cables, straps, tuners, headphones, Instructional DVDs and gig bags. You can even shop online. The different websites will offer you the opportunity to make a well informed buy. They can also create personalized packages that contain the accessories that you want to suit your individual tastes and preferences
About the Author
At World Music Supply, we offer acoustic guitars in all your favorite models and styles. From Strats (Stratocasters) to Teles (Telecasters), jazzy arch-tops to cool signatures, metal guitars, and even smaller sized guitars for those just beginning, we've got something for everyone, in top brands like Fender, ESP, B.C. Rich, and Jackson.
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Alder $64.99 Dick & Diane Stefanich Alder - Framed Art Print |
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aFire MPAL4 Mini Grilling Alder Planks 4PK $25.64 100 all natural aromatic alder wood can be used with charcoal gas and electric grills and ovens. Our Mini Grilling Alder Planks comes in a pack of 4 pieces of 7 x 5 grilling alder planks which pairs fantastically with poultry and seafood adding a mellow smokiness your guests will love. |
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Chord CAL63 Electric Guitar 6-Strings Alder/Maple Turquoise $109.9 The Chord CAL63 is a glacier-blue electric guitar that offers all the great features that have become infamous with this classic instrument. With its trendy, appealing design the electric guitar stays well clear of the drab and dreary look - perfect on stage for any style, from surf to rock. The electric guitar has all the quality materials you'd expect with an alder body, maple neck and rosewood fretboard as well as chrome machine heads and tailpiece. With bass, treble and volume controls you can fine-tune your sound to fit any style. |
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Chord CAL63 Electric Guitar 6-Strings Alder/Maple - White $109.9 The Chord CAL63 is a glossy white electric guitar that offers all the great features that have become infamous with this classic instrument. With its trendy, appealing design the electric guitar stays well clear of the drab and dreary look - perfect on stage for any style, from surf to rock. The electric guitar has all the quality materials you'd expect with an alder body, maple neck and rosewood fretboard as well as chrome machine heads and tailpiece. With bass, treble and volume controls you can fine-tune your sound to fit any style. |
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The Alder Fairy $9.99 The Alder Fairy - Art Print |
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Chord CAL63 6 String Electric Guitar Black Alder / Maple $109.9 The Chord CAL63 is a loud and modern concert guitar with a classic design and modern functions. The electric guitar boats a timeless black body design, which fits any genre, performance, or stage design. The guitar is assembled from maple and rose wood (body, neck and fingerboard), and chrome lining. With a 2-band EQ and volume control, you're given plenty of options for sound control. |
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Marret Alder $10 Marret Alder - Wadih El Safi |
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Barbeque Wood Flavors Barbeque Wood Flavors 2.25lb Alder Wood Chips 60011 $2.02 2.25lb alder wood chips 100% natural wood that enhances flavor and natural taste Great for smokers, charcoal, gas and electric grills 192 cu. in. Alder Brand #: Barbeque Wood Flavors 60011 UPC: 895693000006 Keywords: barbecue accessories wood chips grill bbq |
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Alder Tree $19.99 W.h.j. Boot Alder Tree - Premium Poster |
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BISQUETTES, ALDER 48PK $16.99 BISQUETTES, ALDER 48PK |
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Alder, Catkins and Foliage $19.99 W.h.j. Boot Alder, Catkins and Foliage - Premium Poster |
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Sunbeams Through Alder Trees $129.99 Sunbeams Through Alder Trees - Wall Decal |
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Alder Planetarium, Chicago, Illinois $49.99 Alder Planetarium, Chicago, Illinois - Giclee Print |
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Alder Tree Marshland at Sunrise $39.99 Norbert Rosing Alder Tree Marshland at Sunrise - Photographic Print |
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European Alder at the Maxwell Arboretum $34.99 Joel Sartore European Alder at the Maxwell Arboretum - Photographic Print |
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Common Alder (Alnus Glutinosa), Illustration $24.99 Common Alder (Alnus Glutinosa), Illustration - Photographic Print |
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Black Alder (Alnus Glutinosa) and White Alder (Alnus Rhombifolia), Illustration $24.99 Black Alder (Alnus Glutinosa) and White Alder (Alnus Rhombifolia), Illustration - Photographic Print |
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Electric $10 Electric |
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It's Electric $7.49 It's Electric |
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electric $11.49 electric |
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Marret Alder (Jafait Qalo Nessy) $10 Marret Alder (Jafait Qalo Nessy) - Wadih El Safi |
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Alder Leaves Frozen in Ice, Alaska $34.99 Michael S. Quinton Alder Leaves Frozen in Ice, Alaska - Photographic Print |
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Entrance to Alder Hey Hospital, Liverpool $24.99 Peter Higginbotham Entrance to Alder Hey Hospital, Liverpool - Photographic Print |
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Alder Trees Olympic National Park $49.99 Donald Paulson Alder Trees Olympic National Park - Limited Edition |
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Alder House Hotel $237.41 Located in Batley, Alder House Hotel is in a rural location with local attractions including National Coal Mining Museum, Elland Road Stadium, and Grattan Stadium. Additional area points of interest include Thornes Park Athletics Stadium and Middleton Railway. Hotel Features. Alder House Hotel's restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A bar/lounge is open for drinks. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available in public areas. This Batley property has event space consisting of conference/meeting rooms and small meeting rooms. Guestrooms. All guestrooms at Alder House Hotel feature coffee/tea makers and clock radios. Wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge. Satellite television is provided. |



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