2023 Reader Favorite Bassists – #2: Charles Berthoud
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.
Watching Charles Berthoud play is a jaw-dropping experience. So, it is no surprise to see him on the top 10 list for 2023.
This year, news of Charles’s signature bass generated a lot of attention, as did the videos below.
Schecter Introduces Charles Berthoud Signature Bass
Bass virtuoso and YouTube sensation Charles Berthoud has teamed up with Schecter for a new signature bass. The CB-4, which comes in right and left-handed versions, features an ash body, a flamed maple top, a walnut and padauk neck with carbon fiber reinforcements, and a rosewood fingerboard.
Charles Berthoud: Bohemian Rhapsody on Fretless Bass
Charles Berthoud dropped another stunning video a few days ago. Here’s his version of “Bohemian Rhapsody” on fretless bass.
Charles Berthoud: How To Practice Bass Effectively
Charles Berthoud shared a great video on his BassCamp channel, where he dives into topics to design a practice routine for bassists. In this video, he breaks things down with seven tips.
Charles Berthoud: If Crazy Frog’s “Axel F” Was The Hardest Song In The World
In 1985, “Axel F” was a monster hit. Charles Berthoud, inspired by Crazy Frog, took the tune and added his usual magic.
Charles Berthoud: “Playing God” on Fretless Bass
Charles Berthoud once again broke out the fretless, and then he played Polyphia’s “Playing God” on it.
