Bass modes are diatonic sequences of notes created by playing seven notes in order from any degree of the major scale. Whenever you emphasize a new scale degree it changes the interval structure, which changes the sound of the notes as they relate to the new root.

2017年7月28日 · Modes are scales created by playing the major scale starting from a different degree. There are seven different modes in a major key: If we take the C major scale as an example and start from the root, we get the C Ionian mode: C D E F G A B. If we start this scale from the second degree we get the Dorian mode. D E F G A B C.

Practice each of these seven modes (scales) on your bass and listen carefully for the unique sound that each one produces. Most bass lines are made up primarily of notes from the scales and chords.

2023年6月4日 · Bass guitar scales such as the minor pentatonic scale provide a flexible framework for creating catchy riffs and engaging bass lines. Learning how to utilize these scales effectively can greatly enhance a bassist’s ability to write …

Bass scales diagrams, TAB and notation. Complete reference for bass guitarists. With major, minor, pentatonic, blues, modes & many more bass guitar scales.

This book is a complete reference manual for all of the scales, modes and arpeggios used by the modern bass guitarist. Contains exercises that illustrate each scale and concept. The download includes the PDF book and all of the required audio files. Number of Pages: 142.

This guide shows you exactly how to use the major scale modes. Use the PDFs and backing tracks to practise creating your own bass lines. Video lesson too.

By definition, a mode is an alternative scale, and even though they existed before key signatures we tend to identify them based on their relationship to the various degrees of the major scale. The names of the seven modes are: Listed above are the …

2025年4月8日 · Information on Bass Scale Modes, easy to understand examples, diagrams, learn how to build scales and chords, and the theory behind it all.

In this video I play all twenty one modes from the major, melodic minor, and harmonic minor scale over an E drone. It's a fantastic way of practising scales and strengthens your ear at the same time.