No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists: Charles Berthoud Checks In at #8
Editor’s Note: At the end of each year, we tally up all the article and video views on No Treble to come up with a list of the top 10 most popular bassists. This is entirely based on readership, not on opinions, polls, or anything else. Just having some fun.
We’ve been featuring Charles Berthoud for a decade now, and he continues to astound us. In 2025, he pushed boundaries in mind-blowing collaborations as well as solo bass covers of popular songs.
We also featured his own investigative work as he broke down John Ferrara’s masterful song “Jackie Chan” and interviewed bass hero Victor Wooten.
Scroll on to see why Charles Berthoud has earned his spot on No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists list.
1. What Makes John Ferrara’s “Jackie Chan” So Mesmerizing? Charles Berthoud Breaks It Down
Charles Berthoud takes a deep dive into John Ferrara’s mind-blowing track “Jackie Chan,” breaking down its intricate tapping, harmonic brilliance, and emotional depth. Watch as Berthoud unpacks the artistry behind this bass masterpiece and even takes on Ferrara’s mesmerizing solo himself.
2. Charles Berthoud and Zander Zon Reimagine Hans Zimmer’s “Interstellar” in Mind-Blowing Collab
Charles Berthoud and Zander Zon team up for a stunning take on Hans Zimmer's "Interstellar" theme, delivering a bass-driven performance that's as intricate as it is powerful.
3. Slapageddon: Watch Charles Berthoud & Bernth’s Mind-Blowing New Collab
Charles Berthoud and Bernth team up for "Slapageddon," a jaw-dropping collab that pushes their skills to the limit. Watch this.
4. Fans Challenge Charles Berthoud With Wild Requests – Including “Another One Bites The Dust” in 15/32
Fans put Charles Berthoud to the test with outrageous bass challenges - including "Another One Bites the Dust" in 15/32. Can he handle them all?
5. Schecter and Charles Berthoud Expand Signature Bass Series with a 6-String Model
Charles Berthoud's signature bass line grows with the Schecter CB-6, a sleek 6-string model featuring a 35" scale, EMG pickups, and a deep cutaway.
6. You’ve Never Heard Eminem’s “Without Me” Like This – Charles Berthoud Goes Full Slap Bass
Bass virtuoso Charles Berthoud takes on Eminem's "Without Me," delivering a wildly creative slap solo packed with clever musical twists.
7. Charles Berthoud Reacts to Michael Manring’s “Tetrahedron”: “Is This the Greatest Fretless Solo Ever?”
Charles Berthoud is floored by Michael Manring’s “Tetrahedron,” calling it one of the greatest fretless solos ever. Watch his full breakdown.
8. Slap Bass Is Spiraling Out of Control. Charles Berthoud Responds… with More Slap
The slap bass situation is getting out of hand, and Charles Berthoud is doubling down. Watch his playful response in this new video.
9. Charles Berthoud Anchors Shred Collab with Former Giacomo Turra Collaborators
Charles Berthoud joins forces with former Giacomo Turra collaborators in a shred-filled collab that doubles as a statement on artistic recognition.
10. Victor Wooten on His Focal Dystonia: “I Can’t Play Like I Used To, But I Still Enjoy Playing”
In a candid interview, Victor Wooten talks about living with focal dystonia, finding new ways to play, and encouraging others not to give up on their music.
11. Can Charles Berthoud Conquer the Hardest Metal Bass Line Ever?
In a blazing metal challenge, Charles Berthoud climbs through 10 tracks to take on Drone Corpse Aviator by Archspire.
12. Watch Charles Berthoud Push His New 5-String Bass to the Limit
Charles Berthoud debuts his new 5-string signature bass from Schecter in a solo performance that shows what this instrument is made for.
13. Watch Charles Berthoud and Michael Manring in a Dynamic Live Bass Exchange
Watch Charles Berthoud and Michael Manring trade ideas in a live bass duet that highlights tone, touch, and connection between two unique players.
14. Davie504, Charles Berthoud & Danny Sapko Face Off in the Ultimate BEHS Battle
Three YouTube bass stars go head to head in the BEHS Battle. Davie504, Charles Berthoud and Danny Sapko keep it fun, musical and full of groove.
In his time with No Treble, Kevin has met hundreds of amazing bassists and interviewed icons like Jack Casady, Victor Wooten, Les Claypool, Marcus Miller, and more. He's a gigging bassist performing jazz in Northern Virginia and bluegrass with The Plate Scrapers up and down the East Coast. Kevin appreciates all genres of music, from R&B to metal and everything in between. Connect with Kevin on Facebook and check his performance schedule on his website.
