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Two-Handed Tapping Study

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This study was written to demonstrate the complex, chordal lines that can be performed using the two-handed tapping technique. As such, it features an advanced application of the tapping technique. It is therefore recommended that you work through these lines very slowly to begin with, allowing yourself the time to correctly develop the required coordination between the two hands.

For bassists who wish to learn the piece but require additional assistance with some of the techniques required, the following courses (all included in the monthly subscription cost) should prove useful:

Don’t forget to hit the Download Resources button above to get the PDF transcription and audio files for this piece (available to subscribers only).

This course is 41 MINUTES long and contains the following videos, each of which can be selected from the video player above:

1. Advanced Level - Two-Handed Tapping Study

This video is a demonstration of the piece, performed on a Kubicki Ex Factor bass strung with stainless steel Rotosound strings for a bright tone.

2. Course Overview

This video gives a brief overview of this piece and the technical challenges that it presents. It also offers some advice on finding the perfect tone for pieces like as this.

3. A Section

This video will show you how to play the intro, where the two-handed tapping technique is used to outline a simple chord sequence. This lesson covers bars 1-5.

4. B Section

The tapping part in this section is very heavy on chord tones, meaning that it supports the harmony very strongly. This lesson covers bars 6-9 in the transcription.

5. C Section

This video will show you how to play the two-handed tapping part at letter C. This is a two-bar riff that is played four times. This lesson covers bars 10-11.

6. F Section (Part 1)

This lesson covers the first half of a long, tapped sequence that is challenging to play. This lesson covers bars 24-27 in the accompanying transcription.

7. F Section (Part 2)

In this section, the line from the first half is embellished rhythmically and there are some unusual fingering requirements. This lesson covers bars 28-40.