BASS DRUM How-To Videos & Articles

Follow these bass drum-tagged tutorials to learn all about bass drum with WonderHowTo's collection of free how-to videos and articles, like Build a bass drum independence, Dampen, or muffle, a concert bass drum, and Develop bass drum independence.

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How to build a bass drum independence

Build a bass drum independence

This video lesson includes six drum beats that are designed to build bass drum independence. They are musical patterns that can be used in a ...more

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How to dampen, or muffle, a concert bass drum

Dampen, or muffle, a concert bass drum

Tom Gauger has played percussion with the Boston Symphony and Boston Pops Orchestras for over 35 years and has also served on the faculty at ...more

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How to develop bass drum independence

Develop bass drum independence

This drum lesson from allaboutdrums.co.uk teaches you how to develop your bass drum independence.

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How to get a better bass drum sound

Get a better bass drum sound

Playing the drums can be pretty easy, all you need is a drum set, a decent sense of rhythm and a lot of practice. In this how to video you ...more

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How to improve bass drum speed

Improve bass drum speed

Mike Johnston teaches bass drum techniques that improves speed and control.

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How to incorporate the backbeat with the bass drum

Incorporate the backbeat with the bass drum

A drummer looks at the backbeat incorporated with the bass drum.

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How to learn a slide technique for bass drum

Learn a slide technique for bass drum

Bass drum techniques are something most drummers tend to ignore. Check out this instructional drum video to learn a slide technique for bass ...more

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How to master bass drum technique

Master bass drum technique

In this video drum lesson, you will learn the two most popular bass drum techniques. This includes the heels-up and heels-down methods. Each ...more

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How to master snare and bass drum comping

Master snare and bass drum comping

This lesson includes six challenging beats that include both snare and bass drum comping. These grooves are sure to challenge your ...more

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How to obtain bass drum speed tips

Obtain bass drum speed tips

This video drum lesson includes some valuable tips and tricks for increasing your speed on the bass drum. It was structured for double bass ...more

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How to play a bass drum

Play a bass drum

The modern approach to drumming is to try and master the fundamentals of beat and time signature, and then to create fresh, innovative ...more

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How to play a rock beat that works on your bass drum foot

Play a rock beat that works on your bass drum foot

Basic rock drum lesson for beginners. This beat is played on the ...more

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How to play an eighth note 3 bass drum rock beat

Play an eighth note 3 bass drum rock beat

Basic rock drum lesson for beginners. This beat is played on the hi-hat, kick drum, and snare, and this time we are playing the bass drum on ...more

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How to play bass drum triplets on the drumset

Play bass drum triplets on the drumset

Vic Firth presents the 4th installment of the Drumset Lesson Series with Jeremy Hummel to learn how to play bass drum triplets. Try to give ...more

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How to play double bass drum fills

Play double bass drum fills

You can use your double bass drum pedals for more than just unique drum beats. This free video lesson covers five simple double bass drum ...more

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How to play double bass drum with one foot

Play double bass drum with one foot

Learn how to open and close the high hat while playing a double bass patterns without a double paddle or two bass drums.

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How To Play Drums

Play Drums

Percussion can be fun, cool and very impressive. It is one of the most popular instruments in the world and is cooler than most instruments ...more

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How to play jazz bass drum comping

Play jazz bass drum comping

These bass drum comping exercises are designed to build independence within your bass drum foot. They work the same way the snare drum ...more

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How to play rolls on a concert bass drum

Play rolls on a concert bass drum

Tom Gauger has played percussion with the Boston Symphony and Boston Pops Orchestras for over 35 years and has also served on the faculty at ...more

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How to play swing beats on snare and bass drums

Play swing beats on snare and bass drums

In this instructional video series, learn how to play swing beats on the drums.

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