An Excellent Resource for All Bass Players
Reviewer: jvanbeek7, Merrick, NY
Covers it all, from all important warm-up excercises to major/minor scales and the modes. The review of the role of the bass across many music styles offers great insight into the different possibilities available on the instrument.
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The Holy Bass Bible
Reviewer: Maria Velez, Brooklyn, NY
All of the [important] topics are discussed in a clear orderly fashion… will lead you to the proper road to success.
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Bass Guitar for Dummies
Reviewer: Clifton Jackson, Austin, Texas
By far the best overall bass instruction book that I have ever had!
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Must-Have Bass Book!!
Reviewer: Cliff, Verona, NJ
A thorough explanation of the foundation of the bass guitar in different styles of music — and entertaining and understandable. I would highly recommend this book to anyone who has ever played or yearns to play the bass.
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Great Book!
Reviewer: Jan Brill, New York, NY
Clearly the best book on bass that is on the market!
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I Laughed - I Cried - I Loved It!
Reviewer: Mark, Lumberton, NC
WHY DID I HAVE TO WAIT SO LONG? It is unbelieveable how fast this book takes you from Hillbilly sheep band status to actual credible musician status.
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Not Just for Dummies
Reviewer: Lani Ford, New York, NY
Patrick Pfeiffer has an extraordinary talent for relating to the newest beginner as well as to the seasoned professional.
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Music Secrets Revealed
Reviewer: Weep, New York City
Patrick Pfeiffer is by far the best explainer I've ever encountered, in written or spoken word, of the whole world of music, not just bass guitar … can literally change your life if you care about or are interested in music.
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Four Strings/Five Stars
Reviewer: Richard J Demler, New York, NY
E-Everything you need to know. Really.
A-A lot cheaper than a teacher.
D-Definitive bass book and play-along CD.
G-Get this book and start playing. Now.
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EXCELLENT BOOK!!!!
Reviewer: Payday Daddy, Seabeck, WA
I HIGHLY recommend this book to anyone. From the earliest beginner to an advanced player like myself, Bass Guitar for Dummies is a must for all players of the bass.
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Walls Will Shake
Reviewer: Ben McCarty, Burlington, VT
If you want to learn the basics, and be able to handle the advanced bits too, this is the ONLY bass guitar instructional book you need and want. This book is the Jaco Pastorius of bass books. And if you don't know who he is... you'll learn!
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Highly Recommended to All Bassplayers
Reviewer: clutterjoe, Brooklyn, NY
This is not only the best "Dummies" book I've read, it's also the most robust and helpful book I've read regarding the bass.
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The Last Word In Bass Instruction Books
Reviewer: Brooklyn, NY
A great teacher and very accessible if you ever have questions! How much better can that get?
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Outstanding!
Reviewer: Mike Ruel, West Milford, NJ
Takes the mystery out of the awkward start up period and then quickly digs in to keep [you] interested. Patrick is a very gifted instructor and his talent and love for the instrument, music, and teaching shines through.
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Whoa! A Bass Players DREAM!
Reviewer: Brad, Ontario, Canada
A product of pure genious! Patrick Pfieffer covers all of the bases (excuse the pun) and adds his own touches of creativity and humor!
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Bass Guitar Not Just for Dummies
Reviewer: andowe3, NYC
Fantastic resource for the beginner and intermediate and, despite the title, even advanced players will gain new insight into their craft. Covers everything AND the CD is awesome!!!!
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The Holy Grail of Bass
Reviewer: Jeff, Brooklyn, NY
The answer to all our prayers. Patrick Pfeiffer — author, composer, teacher, performer and an all round killer bass player — has released the holy grail of bass guitar info for the serious (and the curious and not so serious, either way you should buy it).