Hey, bass players! In my first review of this Gibson reissued Tobias Growler V I got a couple things wrong (mainly how the toggle switches work but also the string spacing) so I'm making this video to set the record straight on these awesome, limited-run basses. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daveporterband Website: https://daveporterband.com Timecodes 0:00 Intro 0:27 String Spacing 0:46 Toggle Switches 1:07 Tone Examples 3:00 Final Thoughts #justplaybass #tobias #bassplayer

Hey bass players, in this video we're deep diving into Gibson's 2025 Tobias Growler limited reissue. These Indonesian basses pack a lot of tones into an extremely lightweight bass. Could this be your next bass? We'll look at the specs and listen to some examples of the extraordinary amount of tones you can get out of this little tone beast and it's Bartolini Quad Coil pickup. @gibsonguitar @bartolini. @BabiczGuitars Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daveporterband Website: https://daveporterband.com Timecodes 0:00 Intro 0:44 Specs 2:45 Tone Examples 6:58 Mid Contour Switches 11:55 Pros & Cons 13:38 Final Thoughts #justplaybass #tobias #bassplayer

This year's May the Fourth song is a rock version of "The Mandalorian Theme". May the Fourth be With You and Happy Star Wars Day! This is the way. Arrangement, production and all instruments by Dave Porter. Inspired by the Main Theme to “The Mandolorian” composed by Ludwig Göransson. Footage from “The Mandolorian” owned by Disney Corporation. This video is a parody and is protected under the fair use doctrine. All copyrighted material is used in a transformative manner. No copyright infringement is intended. All rights to the content used belong to their respective owners. Instruments used: Warwick Masterbuilt Thumb 5; Schecter SLS Guitar; Line 6 Helix; Universal Audio Apollo, Toontrack Superior Drummer; Logic Pro Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daveporterband Website: https://daveporterband.com #justplaybass #starwars #bassplayer #maythe4thbewithyou #starwarsday #thisistheway

Hey bass players! In this video we demo the SansAmp Tech 21 GED-2112 Geddy Lee signature bass preamp. This isn't just a Geddy Lee emulator, it's great sounding preamp with loads of functionality for the amateur and pro bassist. Thanks for watching and please, like and subscribe! 🎸 @Tech21nyc @rush Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daveporterband Website: https://daveporterband.com Timecodes: 0:00 Intro 1:15 Product description 2:50 Drive section demo 4:24 EQ section demo 6:20 Tone Example 6:50 Rear outputs 7:29 Tone Example 8:00 Internal Jumpers 9:30 Tone Example 10:50 Sensitivity Example 11:50 Final Thoughts #justplaybass #sansamp #bassplayer

Hey bass players! There’s a huge Warwick family of basses out there and some have very unique tones. Today’s video is about highlighting the unique tones of the Streamer, Corvette $$ and Thumb basses. Each has a unique tone print that might be better suited for certain genres of music. I’ve recorded rock, funk, slap and pick examples for each bass. Let me know which bass is your favorite! I’ve played Warwick basses for many years. I know when I purchase a Warwick that I’m getting an expertly crafted bass with incredible tone that will be set up perfectly. Each of the basses is strung with fresh D’Addario NYXL’s and recorded with just a touch of compression to level things out. @FramusWarwickOfficial  Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daveporterband Website: https://daveporterband.com Timestamps 0:00 Warwick history and players 1:30 Streamer Stage II 2:00 Thumb NT 2:35 Corvette $$ 3:51 Rock Examples 4:56 Funk Examples 6:11 Slap Examples 7:34 Pick Examples #justplaybass #warwick #bassplayer

Hey, bass players! I saw this $200 Squier Sonic Precision bass at my local music shop and had to check it out. Is it worth the money? Watch the video and let me know what you think in the comments. @fender Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daveporterband Website: https://daveporterband.com Timecodes 0:00 Intro 1:30 Fingerstyle tones 3:05 Slap tones 3:38 Fingerstyle tones 4:08 Pick tones 4:29 Fingerstyle tones 4:57 Final thoughts #justplaybass #bassguitar #bassplayer

Hey, bass players! If the action of your bass is just too high, you may need to file your nut. In this video we'll look at the tools and technique required to file your nut correctly. I'll also share a secret to solving the dreaded string buzz some bass players get on their E and A strings. Enjoy! Link to Stew Mac nut files: https://www.stewmac.com/luthier-tools-and-supplies/types-of-tools/files/gauged-nut-slotting-file-set-for-bass?queryid=1a64566e834a1f5f5cc010a9dacc2381 Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daveporterband Website: https://daveporterband.com Timecodes 0:00 Intro 1:27 Checking the nut height 2:25 Measuring string height 2:55 Tools required 3:30 Filing the nut 5:39 Adjusting the bridge 6:08 Bonus tip 8:33 Final thoughts #justplaybass #bassguitar #bassplayer

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