Master the Bass Guitar with the Best Online Bass Guitar Lessons

A bass guitar, or simply bass, is the lowest-pitched member of the guitar family. It's different from a regular guitar in several ways: it is about one octave lower than a guitar, has a longer neck and scale length, typically has 4 strings compared to the typical 6 strings of a guitar, and the bass guitar's strings are thicker. The bass usually supports the band and works closely with the drums to create rhythm, whereas the guitar is often responsible for carrying the main melody of the song.

Torrins can be your ultimate learning platform for bass guitar because our courses are designed by industry experts to cover all necessary topics. Additionally, instructors at Torrins have decades of experience, teaching concepts in an easily understandable way. To ensure a well-rounded learning journey, we also offer bass song lessons for both English and Hindi songs.

To find the root note on a bass guitar, start by locating the 12th fret marker on the fretboard. The note played at this fret is an octave higher than the open string note. By matching this note with the name of the open string (E, A, D, G), you can identify the root note of the string you're playing. Additionally, you can use tuning apps or electronic tuners to ensure accuracy.

At Torrins, membership plans are billed either annually or monthly, and not according to specific courses or lessons. If you wish to learn just bass guitar, you can opt for our monthly subscription at 850 INR or choose our annual plan for 6750 INR. For learners outside India, the monthly subscription is priced at 15 USD, with an annual option available for 120 USD.
However, our three-instrument plan is more economical and gives you the opportunity to learn three instruments at a reasonable cost. For all three instruments, our monthly subscription is priced at 950 INR, while the annual subscription stands at 7750 INR. Outside India, the monthly subscription for three instruments is 18 USD, with an annual cost of 140 USD.

Yes, we provide free bass lessons to help users understand our teaching methodologies and to give insight into our curriculum. At Torrins, you can find two free bass courses: one covering the fundamentals of bass guitar and another offering style-based free bass lessons.

Developing a unique style is essential as a bass guitarist. You can achieve this by experimenting a lot—trying out different approaches such as fingerstyle, tapping, and slap bass—to figure out what works best for you. Experimenting with different effects, pedals, and amplifiers can also help you find your own unique sound. Moreover, writing your own bass lines is a great way to develop your unique style.

To start with bass tabs, familiarize yourself with the layout: each line represents a string, and numbers indicate which fret to play. Practice reading simple basslines to build fluency.
To learn sheet music, begin by learning basic music notation such as note values and rhythms. Then, associate notes on the staff with their corresponding frets on the bass guitar. Refer to resources like online tutorials, music books, and apps to reinforce your learning.
Dedicate regular practice sessions to both tabs and sheet music to develop proficiency over time.