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Dave Marks Bass Pedals Tutorial

Skill Level

Intermediate to Advanced Bass Guitar

Dave Marks Bass Pedals Tutorial

Technique: How to Play Pedal Effects

Top session bassist and endorsing artist Dave Marks believes a knowledge of FX makes a musician more versatile and therefore, more employable. Watch as he talks us through his pedalboard - from drive to flange - giving insider tips and tricks for each stompbox.

Dave's set up for his bass guitar includes 10 EBS stomp boxes. He finds effect pedals can be used to create a nice blend or in some cases a bigger sound for choruses.

ELIXIR STRINGS PLAYED

Light/Medium

(45, 65, 85, 105)

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Light/Medium

(45, 65, 85, 105)

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THE ELIXIR STRINGS ADVANTAGE

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LONGEST LASTING TONE

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CORROSION RESISTANCE

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UNMATCHED COMFORT

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GREAT TUNING STABILITY

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RELIABLE PERFORMANCE

THE ELIXIR STRINGS ADVANTAGE

Waveform graphic with a clock icon indicating time measurement.

LONGEST LASTING TONE

Water-resistant symbol with droplets and surface reflection.

CORROSION RESISTANCE

Hand holding a knife above a leaf, depicted in a minimalistic style.

UNMATCHED COMFORT

Sun and rain cloud icon with raindrops.

RELIABLE PERFORMANCE

Tuning fork with sound waves emanating from it, on a black background.

GREAT TUNING STABILITY