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New Bass Player
Jan 2, 2009, 01:52 PM
I am just learning to play bass guitar. Is it better to use a pick or not? Is it just a matter of personal preference? Does it affect the ability to play?

Thanks in advance!

KertAllikvee
Jan 2, 2009, 01:54 PM
Noo, pick is if you play it a lot... but just for practicing I do not suggest you to use it

Clough
Jan 4, 2009, 11:07 PM
Hi, New Bass Player!

A person who plays electric bass can use either the fingers or a pick. It depends on the tone quality that's desired. I much prefer to use my fingers because it's easier to be more accurate in plucking the strings that way. If a person's going to play with a pick, then they need to be practicing with a pick.

Thanks!

shreves
Jan 14, 2009, 04:40 PM
Pick! It sounds so much cleaner