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 Holding bass in place while playing
Author: Fishamble 
Date:   2011-04-03 20:45

Hi,

When playing written F4 or C6 (i.e. only left thumb used), I find that I need to use my right index finger against a key post to prevent the instrument form being pushed away from me, and to provide security for my embouchure.

I don't mind that it's resulted in a welt that a rope-tuggin' sailor would be impressed by. But sometimes doing this results in clumsy technique when my RH index finger is needed immediately after these notes.

Any experienced bass players have thoughts on this? Is there a means of supporting the instrument in place that I'm missing? I prefer not to use a sling, BTW.

Thanks.
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Fishamble 2011-04-03 20:45 
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Chris P 2011-04-04 00:31 
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Paul Aviles 2011-04-04 01:53 
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Paul Miller 2011-04-04 02:49 
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Chris P 2011-04-04 03:05 
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Fishamble 2011-04-04 08:36 
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Arnoldstang 2011-04-04 17:21 
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Chris P 2011-04-04 08:52 
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Fishamble 2011-04-04 09:50 
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BflatNH 2011-04-04 13:01 
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Fishamble 2011-04-04 15:56 
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GeorgeL 2011-04-04 19:04 
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Fishamble 2011-04-04 21:05 
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Fishamble 2011-04-04 21:12 
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kilo 2011-04-04 21:36 
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Chris P 2011-04-04 21:36 
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Ed Palanker 2011-04-05 00:46 
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Fishamble 2011-04-05 10:17 
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BflatNH 2011-04-05 11:16 


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