Bass ICON for a NEW Generation? The Charles Berthoud Interview (The SBL Podcast Ep. 140)

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🔥 Try the SBL Bass Academy FREE for 14 Days: https://sbl.link/join-sbl 🚀 Get 1-1 Bass Coaching (enrollment open now!): https://sbl.link/the-blueprint Charles Berthoud’s YouTube channel is loaded with clips of him absolutely ripping. His virtuosic bass chops, epic bass battles and his penchant for killer bass gear has earned him more than 1,750,000 subscribers! Making him one of the most visible bass players to come from the social media generation. In today’s video we sit down with Charles and dive deep into some of his favorite videos, his approach to Victor Wooten’s Classical Thump, and the hidden genius of Cliff Burton. === Video Breakdown: 00:00 - Introduction 01:20 - Tapping Techniques 03:24 - Slapping Techniques 05:08 - Transitioning to Double Thumbing 07:04 - Demonstration of Double Thumbing 09:11 - Classical Thump Technique 10:16 - Mechanics of Double Thumbing 12:37 - Playing with a Pick 14:04 - The Influence of Classical and Jazz Music 15:06 - Parody and Comedy in Music 16:26 - Creating Content on YouTube 22:18 - Intonation on Fretless Bass 26:26 - Signature Bass with Schecter 32:49 - Versatility of the Signature Bass 37:37 - Overcoming Setbacks and Challenges 41:58 - Time and Effort in Creating YouTube Content 45:42 - Future Live Performances 48:38 - Supporting Charles Berthoud 49:35 - Influence and Inspiration 50:02 - Summary === CREDITS Videographer with Charles Berthoud: Kevin Greene === GET MORE BASS TIPS 👇 _________________________________________________________________ 🙌 Be the first to know - SUBSCRIBE now → https://bit.ly/sub-to-sbl-yt 🎧 Tune in to our Weekly PODCAST → https://sblpodcast.buzzsprout.com/share 📱 Try our free GrooveTrainer APP → https://scottsbasslessons.com/groove-... ABOUT SCOTT'S BASS LESSONS (SBL) _________________________________________________________________ As the largest online bass education platform in the world, with an ever-expanding course library and 40,000+ active members, Scott's Bass Lessons (SBL) has everything you need to master the bass, all in one place. With beginner-friendly bass lessons, interactive courses led by industry experts, structured learning paths, personalized feedback, real-time mentorship from top bassists, and a vibrant, supportive community, SBL is the ultimate destination to enhance your bass playing—whether you're starting out or already a professional. Try SBL Membership today! → https://sbl.link/join-sbl RECOMMENDED BASS PLAYLIST _________________________________________________________________ Catch up with SBL Content you've missed: ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLq5Wss5r1Cvvplt7z7O45JHk2TaJ3NT53 #bassguitarlessons #charlesberthoud #basscover