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Arco Tone on the Bass: Three Main Components
The Lowdown with Dr. D

Arco Tone on the Bass: Three Main Components

There are a number of things than can adversely affect a bassist’s tone when they are using the bow. For example, failing to move the bow parallel to the bridge will cause impurities in the tone. Too much, or too little, rosin can cause problems. So can worn out bow hair or an improperly tightened bow. Beyond moving the bow...