When the bassist is also the guitarist

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  • čas přidán 29. 05. 2023
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  • @benjaminelliott7988
    @benjaminelliott7988 Před rokem +1281

    I love that 6-string soprano bass as the second neck. Sounds amazing as always Charles!

    • @BarrySwords
      @BarrySwords Před rokem +89

      I thought that was a short scale piccolo bass?

    • @danteshi
      @danteshi Před rokem +23

      how do you even soprano-bass?

    • @jamessteele3093
      @jamessteele3093 Před rokem +21

      I thought it was just a guitar neck

    • @kane6529
      @kane6529 Před rokem +16

      @@jamessteele3093it’s literally just a guitar and a bass 😂 it’s amazing by the way but I don’t see a 6 string bass

    • @groove_beats_sup
      @groove_beats_sup Před rokem +89

      ​@@kane6529 it's supposed to be a joke referring to Davie 504 that says for example that piano is a 88 strings bass

  • @ButterflyBlood
    @ButterflyBlood Před rokem +76

    the double neck tapping was actually the craziest piece of musicianship ive seen since idk when

  • @daffyduck1937
    @daffyduck1937 Před rokem +456

    Charles your back and forth is AMAZING you'd swear their were two of you. The arrangement sounds amazing! ❤

    • @CharlesBerthoud
      @CharlesBerthoud  Před rokem +55

      Thanks!

    • @alphagt62
      @alphagt62 Před rokem +2

      Just when I thought I’d seen everything. Charles goes and proves me wrong!

    • @DixonsCider
      @DixonsCider Před rokem +5

      @@CharlesBerthoud Full albums of your arrangements when? I need this shit pumped directly unto my ear holes for hours on end.

    • @johnpeace971
      @johnpeace971 Před rokem +1

      You do know he records things first then mimes to them for the videos, right? There's no way he is actually that smooth with the transitions and the looper pedal

    • @jameslong9921
      @jameslong9921 Před rokem +2

      @@johnpeace971 you only have to click a button man and it's not like he has to walk down the road to get to the guitar, I'd challenge you on that mime call John. Peace.

  • @RC32Smiths01
    @RC32Smiths01 Před rokem +133

    Supplying both the Funky Guitar rhythm and the Slap Bass! A one man funk band indeed! Cheers as always man

  • @joenorsworthy
    @joenorsworthy Před rokem +87

    I loved the modulations over the vamp during the 1:20 - 1:25 range. More of this artistry please! It's a small thing to most listeners, but it's next level when you add that tasty phrasing to your outstanding technique and funkiness.

    • @roaling2
      @roaling2 Před rokem +4

      🤓

    • @broshmosh
      @broshmosh Před rokem +3

      That whole sequence really stood out. Great stuff.

  • @snadge69
    @snadge69 Před rokem +38

    This is unreal man. I can't believe how this guy continues to improve. It's setting an unprecedented level. 😂

  • @bdpf1744
    @bdpf1744 Před rokem +17

    On top of mastering his instrument, Charles's musical creativity in all genres never cease to amaze me.

  • @gold3nmonk3y63
    @gold3nmonk3y63 Před rokem +86

    Little did everyone know, Charles is an AI depiction, generated from 1000 different bass players, mashed into one, by an evil record company trying to take over the Musical Universe! Great job as always!!

    • @DixonsCider
      @DixonsCider Před rokem +5

      In that case, I for one, welcome our new ai robot music overlords.

  • @jams2blues
    @jams2blues Před rokem +6

    You have inspired me so much as a musician Charles, you just keep leveling up! Your drive and perseverance is something everyone can learn from.

  • @burtreynolds2969
    @burtreynolds2969 Před rokem +13

    You see....this guy isn't all just slap and tap. His regular finger style playing is phenomenal as well..

  • @Thedoug369
    @Thedoug369 Před rokem +11

    Well kids, this is what years and years of practice and dedication to your instrument can do for ya. Not to mention shit tons of natural talent. Not many people invest themselves like this man has so what you have here is probably one of the best musicians on this here planet. #RESPECT

  • @Anubis_YT
    @Anubis_YT Před rokem +128

    Sounds like a Vulfpeck song. Major Joe Dart vibes from that starting bassline :)

  • @linusbirchandersen172
    @linusbirchandersen172 Před rokem +13

    LOVED the fingerstyle solo on bass!! So Vulfpeck-ish and so nice

  • @eliascorrea8573
    @eliascorrea8573 Před rokem +12

    Give us a full length album on this style! This was one of your best ones yet, please consider, pretty please.

  • @srsbsns7673
    @srsbsns7673 Před rokem +8

    A very Vulfpeck/Joe Dart vibe, and I'm diggin' it.

  • @UnsamableGaming
    @UnsamableGaming Před rokem +17

    You really are so talented! I hope one day after enough practice I can at least come close to how great you are! Love the vids keep the great work up!

  • @andreweichman7600
    @andreweichman7600 Před rokem +1

    I was having a string of bad days, then you go and drop something incredible this one and make me crack a smile.
    It's not the first time you've given me a lift. Thanks Charles!

  • @boldlygo3469
    @boldlygo3469 Před rokem

    100 years from now, your name will be LEGEND! You are ultra talented. As much as I love your videos, I also hope you leave some tracts (with your signature sound) for future generations to enjoy. Thanks for great videos.

  • @svenbohlin6017
    @svenbohlin6017 Před rokem +8

    Again Charles, thank you so much for sharing your insane talent - I'm not exaggerating, you brighten our day in an otherwise rather troubled and uncertain world. God bless you!

  • @Valtrach
    @Valtrach Před rokem

    Super cool! Hotter with every new video. Thank you for showing us your talent and work.

  • @fablerh2476
    @fablerh2476 Před rokem +2

    Funky! And as always: well played, Sir. Love how you don’t just make tech demos, you always make music (which instruments should be about, I think).

  • @paulwhetstone0473
    @paulwhetstone0473 Před rokem +3

    I’m amazed at how much quality content this dude puts out in such a short time span.

  • @rogercabo5545
    @rogercabo5545 Před rokem

    Love this epic self playing bass technic while playing on the guitar above. Charles genius!

  • @kannabianka
    @kannabianka Před rokem +1

    The fingestyle groove you played ... astonishing!
    It reminded me that... Ok tapping is great, ok slap is funktastic... but the good old fingerstyle grove really wants me to sing and dance!
    Just wonderful!

  • @catch2080
    @catch2080 Před rokem

    PLEASE DO MORE LIKE THIS! AWESOME!

  • @chrisc765
    @chrisc765 Před rokem

    love the key change and the "off key" notes. somehow every note he plays sounds perfectly placed.

  • @jumpingjacks5558
    @jumpingjacks5558 Před rokem +1

    Fantastic!! Such an awesome song to showcase your many talents.

  • @Beatdown-Enjoyer-Slam-Lover-02

    Man , you never disappoint ! I always loved when new vid drops ! Keep going brother ! Love ur songs !

  • @toportime
    @toportime Před rokem +5

    Your skills are amazing as always, thank you!

  • @pdortona
    @pdortona Před rokem +35

    I don't think it's the instrument that is absurdly funky it's the way YOU make it sound ... as usual, you da man!! Fantastic job.

  • @EricPeelMusic
    @EricPeelMusic Před rokem

    All your vids are so sick! Nice, smart melodies. Clean, clean, clean. Excellent work!

  • @Galacsia
    @Galacsia Před rokem +1

    Dude, that was so goood! I really dig the melodies here.

  • @MishaPitsenko
    @MishaPitsenko Před rokem

    So glad you took advantage of the tapping on the guitar part while rhythm on the bass

  • @dathyr1
    @dathyr1 Před rokem +1

    All I can say after watching this video is "WOW, absolutely Amazing"
    Keep it up with more of these music videos.

  • @janj.2898
    @janj.2898 Před rokem

    Thanks for the discount Charles! I bought Fortin Cali Plugin and I'm quite happy with it! Finally getting a very nice sound of my Fender Strat equipped with EMG-DG20 when playing trough computer only, using external audio interface 👍❤️

  • @boblennon9457
    @boblennon9457 Před rokem +2

    I don't often comments, but this was gorgeous. Especially that part that starts at 1:05

  • @wilfredomendez3450
    @wilfredomendez3450 Před rokem

    Prince will be proud of you, nice and thanks for sharing

  • @MutantNetwork
    @MutantNetwork Před rokem +2

    Having a headless for such a beast of an instrument is the best idea tbh. Saves on weight and vastly improves tuning stability. Awesome playing as always Charles 🤜🤛

  • @edsonrochak4997
    @edsonrochak4997 Před rokem +36

    Uhuu 😊 Sonseira meu brother! Gostei dessa dupla verde esmeralda ! Show

  • @marchamill
    @marchamill Před rokem +8

    When you have too much talent, you need at least a two necks instruments. As always the musicality of your creations is spot on ! Ty for sharing.

  • @xabiguitar
    @xabiguitar Před rokem

    The first bass groove with the octaved rhythm guitar....chills.

  • @robin-marcokranz2809
    @robin-marcokranz2809 Před rokem +2

    Amazing!!!! Could you do every 2nd Video with this cool instrument???? Please!!!!! Loved it❤

  • @desertfox3860
    @desertfox3860 Před rokem

    Well done! Thanks for sharing!

  • @pianoheze
    @pianoheze Před rokem +8

    Dude, you are amazing! I love your videos!

  • @professionalairhead5582
    @professionalairhead5582 Před rokem +27

    Lol playing on the top neck looks super uncomfortable. Good stuff as always chuck.

    • @CharlesBerthoud
      @CharlesBerthoud  Před rokem +26

      Haha honestly it's pretty uncomfortable to play overall 🤣

    • @smcilia
      @smcilia Před rokem +14

      Being uncomfortable is a small price to pay for being this funky

  • @CalmingAnxiety
    @CalmingAnxiety Před rokem +1

    As a CZcams premium member I love it that when I ask Google to play some random music, be it in the car, at the gym, your music now comes up Charles. Love it.
    Thanks for all you do.

  • @seeegol
    @seeegol Před rokem +2

    1:20 My jaw just dropped at this part. One of my favorites of yours yet!

  • @audisentor
    @audisentor Před rokem +5

    I'm getting a ninety's sitcom-intro-vibe from this tune. Great playing and arranging as always.

  • @thegodofpez
    @thegodofpez Před rokem +1

    It’s crazy watching Charles grow as a musician. Crazy and beautiful.

  • @themandolinmaniac
    @themandolinmaniac Před rokem +6

    YOU are the all time Funk Master! I don't think the instrument matters as much. Thanks!

  • @ryandougherty8964
    @ryandougherty8964 Před rokem

    Amazing! Went from the perfect soundtrack for a strutting montage to the perfect soundtrack for holding hands on a swing set. Perfection!

  • @TheKissarmy79
    @TheKissarmy79 Před rokem

    That’s nuts, you never cease to amaze

  • @michaelmccormack2634
    @michaelmccormack2634 Před 11 měsíci

    Man that sounds great... Never seen someone play bass and guitar at the same time

  • @informanti
    @informanti Před rokem

    Absolutely beautiful stuff, Charles! 👍

  • @redwoodguyTTV
    @redwoodguyTTV Před rokem

    Where is the button to like every video you’ve ever made??? Seriously, one of my fav channels of all time. You da besssss

  • @lidenongullie1838
    @lidenongullie1838 Před rokem

    Compilation of a genius artist.. love hearing every beats

  • @coolguy9629
    @coolguy9629 Před rokem +2

    Sounds like vulfpeck bassline, this is next level talent

  • @oaguilera81
    @oaguilera81 Před rokem

    The talent of Charles is simply amazing 😮

  • @bryce6915
    @bryce6915 Před rokem

    THIS IS THE SINGLE GREATEST CHARLES BERTHOUD EVER PLEASE POST THIS

  • @MalMonaguillo
    @MalMonaguillo Před rokem +3

    That's amazing, you're the best YTber in all YT!!!

  • @sebass_9212
    @sebass_9212 Před rokem +1

    Just wow, I really enjoyed this on its entirety. So musically beautiful.

  • @RickSan01
    @RickSan01 Před rokem

    I'm a new subscriber and I've been amazed at your talent. Very glad I joined, keep up the fantastic work.

  • @dylankopff5062
    @dylankopff5062 Před rokem +8

    Very cool great groove and melodies

  • @larspeh
    @larspeh Před rokem

    this was so good, I even stayed for the promo at the end 🙂

  • @jayjeffreys5489
    @jayjeffreys5489 Před rokem

    I was way more impressed watching that than I was when I first saw Steve Vai's Teeth of the Hydra video (which I was very impressed by at the time). You'd have no trouble playing Steve's Hydra Charles 👏 🤘

  • @maccadoo642
    @maccadoo642 Před rokem +1

    I've been playing professionally for 45 years. I've played with some amazing performers. You are on another level. What god has given you he could have split between 4 guys and had an incredible band. You have been truly blessed. I wish I wasn't so old. I'd like to see where you end up. Funk on Charles.

  • @sibonelombuthuma9078
    @sibonelombuthuma9078 Před rokem

    Great stuff, always

  • @r.catton8731
    @r.catton8731 Před rokem

    Amazing, you are truly gifted.

  • @torquey69420
    @torquey69420 Před rokem

    sounds exactly like Casiopea, incredible as always Charles :)

  • @reswara254
    @reswara254 Před rokem +1

    what most ppl probably dont realize is how the difference in size of the frets & strings requires the hand to adapt. Charles able to shift between both so seamlessly really showcases his massive skill 🔥

  • @JunBassTonn
    @JunBassTonn Před rokem

    Charles as always GREAT!

  • @nickjohnson5201
    @nickjohnson5201 Před rokem

    ❤❤❤I needed to hear that today, thank you 🙏🏼

  • @sill3n
    @sill3n Před rokem +1

    This is insanely good. Dat 1364 chorus yum.

  • @jojo-cu6vm
    @jojo-cu6vm Před rokem

    beautiful, have felt the pleasure you take to play. there is no more beautiful music than the one we enjoy playing. thxx soo much !

  • @jimchi.1119_youtube
    @jimchi.1119_youtube Před rokem +3

    oooh, that 6 strung piccolo bass looks soo cool 😂😂😂, anyways absolute perfect work like always, i love ur compositions!!! keep it up 😊

  • @somarstuga73
    @somarstuga73 Před rokem

    I've never seen you playing an upright. I just love the tone of an upright and I would love to experience you nailing it!

  • @JorgeCastro-dx6pf
    @JorgeCastro-dx6pf Před rokem

    Charles you are amazing man!!! thank you for your music! I really enjoy listening to you. BLESS!!!!!

  • @sueg2658
    @sueg2658 Před rokem +1

    Way cool! Sounds amazing!
    I would love to see how this instrument is made.

  • @drunkel001
    @drunkel001 Před rokem +1

    I wanna smash the like button twice. For your techique, and for this melody )👍

  • @erikdead8290
    @erikdead8290 Před rokem

    Great tones! Even greater song! Both the guitar and the bass tones sound amazing! The bass one (and the song itself) just reminded me the to the Jaco Pastorious' Weather Report era with that thick warm bass tone (although your bass is not fretless) and the funky jazz-rock (fusion) sound they had back then. Cheers from México!

  • @chalky8087
    @chalky8087 Před rokem

    Hand eye coordination to an extreme level, Fair Plays

  • @stitch3163
    @stitch3163 Před rokem

    Bless you, Charles, for putting out this music.

  • @meowth9854
    @meowth9854 Před rokem +1

    MAN! I was smiling the whole time!

  • @nikadevidze4168
    @nikadevidze4168 Před rokem

    Man I love your playing! Cheers!🍺

  • @bobblake6530
    @bobblake6530 Před rokem

    I always have to listen to Charles' songs more than once. Joyous.

  • @nicoladibara1936
    @nicoladibara1936 Před rokem

    Ah! What can one say abou this level of skill? Words are not enough. 👏👏👏👏

  • @andrewpaul5357
    @andrewpaul5357 Před rokem +1

    I was just looking at this guitar online yesterday, and it's sound epic

  • @acyned8079
    @acyned8079 Před rokem

    Loved this!

  • @jimmydiggincats
    @jimmydiggincats Před rokem +2

    So good! Would love to see and hear you do a collab with Cory Wong or Vulfpeck someday!

  • @lelleithmurray235
    @lelleithmurray235 Před rokem

    CHARLES!! I was totally impressed! Absolutely outrageous!!
    Excellently done!

  • @urosstrnad5615
    @urosstrnad5615 Před rokem

    Battling on two instruments by yourself in one take :) ! Amazing!!

  • @broshmosh
    @broshmosh Před rokem

    This was absolutely kickass! Really blew me away. New levels of stank and skill on display for sure.

  • @bright_carson8306
    @bright_carson8306 Před rokem +12

    You’re so good dude, literally, it’s a little scary

  • @TwinPhoenix666
    @TwinPhoenix666 Před rokem

    That's one hell of a Bass line!!

  • @peterhopper
    @peterhopper Před rokem

    Incredible. Never ceases to amaze me how each video is somehow better than the last.
    Can you do something on John Paul Jones's three neck mandolin bass?

  • @johnny5805
    @johnny5805 Před rokem

    Charles' talent is just preposterous !

  • @sergiomonaco3624
    @sergiomonaco3624 Před rokem +13

    Você não é humano!
    Toca muito!!!!

  • @lunaumbra5179
    @lunaumbra5179 Před rokem +1

    amazing Charles!

  • @javieralcalde
    @javieralcalde Před rokem

    👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 the initial groove reminds me of a Motown song!!! You’re great! Best virtuoso on CZcams for sure!

  • @corentinfauquet4555
    @corentinfauquet4555 Před rokem

    Amazing job! The main bass riff sounds very Vulfpecky, a whole lotta funk!