Great depth of tone, man. First time I've ever heard a horizontal bass sound like an upright! Hope all is well, Tony.

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Gary. Yeah it’s pretty remarkable to be able to get that depth of sound.

@vodka1sugar910

2 жыл бұрын

try Aria Feb fl 2 (just cheaper version of this one)

A fretless bass either sounds like a harp of angels or just a series of farts and the skill involved in not making it sound like the latter is enormous...I have grown such an immense respect for you!!Keep up the good work buddy 🤠

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Haha. Thanks for that, seriously. The comment made me laugh - but you are correct in how easily the Fretless can sound like farts!

@voronOsphere

2 жыл бұрын

LOL!!! Or Angels farting!!!!

@nate6692

2 жыл бұрын

I like to say "The greater an instrument's capacity for beauty, the more skill required to not make it sound absolutely horrible." Fretless bass is definitely on up that scale. As a guitar player who dabbles in bass and insists on owning a fretless among them... there's a reason I have no youtube videos of it.

@markdavis4754

Жыл бұрын

Dam now every time I pickup a fretless im going to be thinking of that comment. 😂😂

@Hiphopdabop

Жыл бұрын

Flats or hybrids calm the fart..

WOW! An upright bass as a 34" scale standard electric bass?! This is one of the most beautiful instruments ever seen! ....and what a sound! (you're a legend, Mr.Franklin)

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Joe. Yeah it’s a pretty remarkable instrument

You know why we don't hear more fretless rock players? Because it's not easy.You are truly unique and your playing along with that bass is beautiful.

@FretlessMonster

Жыл бұрын

It definitely requires more practice and patience than the fretted. Plus there are a lot of whole notes in rock which require pin point accuracy

That is one gorgeous bass and it sounds amazing in your hands..Takamine are fab instruments,,I own a few of their acoustic guitars..Such great value for money...Rock on sir..

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate that Aidan. Yes they are wonderful instruments. So well made. This is a beautifully crafted piece.

Looks and sounds like a fabulous piece. I've come to appreciate fretless intonation, having finally taken up the upright bass.

@mr.hedgehog420

2 жыл бұрын

just play a fretless electric bass. it's much more versatile, you can do way more things! Has the fretless sound but without being held down by its limitations: kzread.info/dash/bejne/hoN9tNBuctzXaZc.html

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Electric fretless will always be my go to, but I’d love to add real upright to my arsenal. The electric doesn’t have that depth of sound. The Takamine comes close and enables me to play upright type stuff. I’m just very “okay” on the upright. 🤩😂🙄

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Intonation is so important

@Ed9870

2 жыл бұрын

@@FretlessMonster My upright is a 1967 Kay. It's a fine piece, and I play at bars, taverns and deck parties here in Southern Maryland. And the local firehouse has bluegrass night every Friday so there's a nice mix of instruments. As to your sound, I have to say yours was among the best tone that I heard live back in the day. Especially when the Firm played hockey arenas. Saw you twice at the old Capital Centre in Largo, Maryland, and your tone was as clear and prominent as was John Entwhistle's and Geddy Lee's in the same airspace. The only other guys I recall with fretless in those days was the late Boz Burrell of Bad Company and the guy for Pete Frampton, Stanley Sheldon.

I love the way you play it. That is one of the coolest sounding basses I have heard. Very cool Tony...

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. I truly appreciate that

Yes!!! Finally a demo of this gorgeous bass where it’s plugged into an interface. I love how it sounds like a mic’d double bass. Fantastic playing as always, Tony. Thank you for sharing 😊🎵🎶✌️❤️

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Great. Thanks for that. Yes it records really well.

Gorgeous instrument, amazing sound!!

Tony your bass is beautiful and it sounds fantastic. Your intonations is superb! Thank you for sharing.

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!!

A true master and and such an inspirational musician!

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

Beautiful Instrument!

Tony, I love how you make that instrument speak/ sing. Just beautiful.

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for that Jerry. Much appreciated

What a wonderfull looking bass! And what a bold tone! Just wow!!!

@FretlessMonster

Жыл бұрын

Thank you. It’s an incredible bass.

The Takamine has a beautiful wholesome sound. Music to my ears. Thank you for your words of encouragement in my time of need. Uplifting and heartfelt and you raise my spirits thank you so much. God bless and have fun..!!

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Oh wow. Thanks for that. Keep on keeping on. God Bless.

As always......you never cease to engage my mind and stimulate my desires to delve ever deeper into the substaight of bass virtuosity.......LOL thanks for being you!!

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Wow! I truly appreciate you saying that. I'm humbled. Thank you.

Incredible instrument!!!

Beautiful Tony! You never cease to me as me.

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Kristina. You’re too kind! 🙏🏻🤩

Love how your demo really showcased the ability of the fretless, with unexpected smooth semitone descents and sliding pentatonic riffs 🙌🏼💙🤘🏼🤘🏼🔥

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Cool. Thanks for that 🙏🏻🤩

Sounds like "the Cello of guitars"... really lovely tone, and I'll bet that it would do beautifully on classical music! Thanks for this unique demo!

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 👍🏻👍🏻🤩

Dude! I have no clue what your musical history is, but KZread just recommended your video to me! Why do fretless bass sound so amazing?!? I am in awe!!! Thank you for this demonstration! 😄✌️

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

That’s great to hear. Thanks!! Yes fretless takes bass to a whole new place. 🤩👍🏻

You are so awesome 🤩 I own a fretted version of your signature bass and love it

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

That’s great to hear. Thanks so much 😊🙏🏻

Wow ... sounds so amazing great. Your skills and this incredible bass fits perfect together !!!

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much 🤩👍🏻

Awesome video Tony! Such beautiful tone. Thank you for sharing this beautiful bass with us!

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!! 👍🏻🤩

You are a wonderful guy......thanks for all the inspiration you've given since I first saw your instructional vidi way back.....I always learned show tunes and classical pieces.....really blew up my creativity and good vibes ..peace chris

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Wow. Thanks for that. You go way back. So cool. That means the world to me 🙏🏻🤩

@prd004.2

2 жыл бұрын

They have not yet invented a bass that wouldn’t sound good in this man’s hands

As usual a masterful performance, we met in 2013 when I was at Rock camp in Vegas, you are just an amazing bassist and great person.

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Oh wow. Great. I think that was my very first Rock Camp! Hello again.

@Tracks85

2 жыл бұрын

@@FretlessMonster You ,Billy Sheehan, Steve Vai And Sammy Hagar,great time we played at The Rouge Bar in the MGM Grand.

Your enthousiasm is highly addictive :) Thanks to you I play my fretless more and more nowadays :) Great instrument by the way !

@FretlessMonster

Жыл бұрын

That’s great to hear. Thank you. I LOVE Fretless.

What a gorgeous instrument and gloriously melodic beneath your highly skilled fingers. I love the way each note is held ....a real full sound and kinda bouncy 😊

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I love playing with a little swing. 🤷‍♂️😊

Incredible tone and great playing! Love you videos! Keep up the great work.

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Much appreciated

That is a fascinating bass. It's such a perfect idea that I wonder why nothing like it was made before... I'm glad Takamine was bold enough to make it.

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

I agree. It feels like a classical instrument to me. So well constructed. It’s expensive though so it’s not for everyone.

What a beautiful tone!! I think that is very awesome and nice of you to be willing to record for others

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I get lots of requests for sessions, which I truly love doing. It’s fun to play on different kinds of music. Each kind presents it’s own challenge.

Hey Tony. Been a fan of your playing since The Firm days. (Showing my age😌) That bass sounds fantastic! That tone is massive; almost like an upright! I can see adding that to my collection. Congratulations and continued success! Great bass!😌🎶👍🏾

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. Yes it’s an amazing instrument.

Wonderful stuff Tony. You are helping me more than you know. Fretless love to you.🇬🇧

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Wow. That’s amazing to hear!! 🤩

Gorgeous sounding, never heard a bass sound so MUCH like an upright like that one.

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

It’s a pretty special instrument

Sounds amazing!

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊

Great sound, great instrument, and great bassist and person. Thank you.

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Truly appreciate that!! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🤩🤩

Been curious about these for a hot minute, thanks for the demo Tony!

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Great! Thanks. Yeah there’s not too much info on the TB-10 out there.

That is a gorgeous instrument!

I can't say it enough. You ALWAYS sound great, Tony.

@FretlessMonster

25 күн бұрын

Truly appreciate that! Thanks so much.

Sounds just like an upright! Gorgeous. Well played, and thanks, Tony.

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊

@gingerjam2192

2 жыл бұрын

No an upright bass sounds brighter and punchier. But that short scale fretless bass sounds very good too, just a bit different.

@Fretlessness

2 жыл бұрын

@@gingerjam2192 Sounds like a late 70's, mid 80's upright sound With better control of the mids

Beautiful bass tony 😀 i am in love !

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Haha thanks. Me too 🤩

wonderful bass Tony as is your playing

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Truly appreciate that 🤩🙏🏻

What a great sound!

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

That is a magnificent instrument!

Awesome...! It looks and sounds so beautiful!

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. It’s an amazing bass.

Beautiful Instrument, Amazing sound, in tge Hands of a Great.

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much

Sounds amazing 👌🏻

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I have to agree. 🤩👍🏻

The bassist who is why I play fretless almost exclusively. So glad this showed up I didn’t know you had a channel.

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Wow. Thanks so much. Welcome to the channel!! 👍🏻👍🏻

What an awesome bass. Very cool. 🤘🏻😎🤘🏻

Wow, what a great sound. Sounds a lot like a stand up acoustic bass violin.

Thanks for the Demo

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

👍🏻👍🏻

Great playing and wonderful sound!

Beautiful bass sound. I just heard it from my subwoofer & my new stereo receiver, and it sounds very good.

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

That’s great to know. It has a lot of low end for an acoustic guitar.

Thanks for making the time to share a badass Bass Guitar with us.

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Hey thanks for taking the time to listen!! 👍🏻🤩

most beautiful bass i've ever seen

@FretlessMonster

Жыл бұрын

Thank you. A beauty for sure.

Tony that was amazing! 😄🙌🏼🎶

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! 👍🏻🤩

Yes!!! Thanks for sharing and inspiring. Excellent 👍🤟

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much

Now you really remember why you bought it in the first place. Sad how time steals the shine from our favorite things! Glad you refreshed your passion once again! Mad SKILLS!

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I guess it was the right time to rediscover this amazing instrument.

Wow this is like a mini standup you hold. You make that thing speak. Awesome!

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much.

Great sound!

AMAZING!!!

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

🙏🏻🙏🏻🤩🤩

Gorgeous! And so much Meat on the Bone!

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Haha. I like that. Thanks

We dont see enough of you, Tony. More Tony

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your support. I’m working on that! 👍🏻🤩

Finally bought your TrueFire course, Tony - its about time!

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful. I hope you enjoy it. Please give me updates. 👍🏻🤩

Too cool! I want one.

Wow what a stunning bass 🎸🎸🎶🎵

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

I have to agree 🤩👍🏻

Sounds wonderful!!!

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊

Such a great sound on that bass. Keep us posted on some songs that you recorded using it.

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Mostly independent artists at this point. Plus TV music. Sounds killer.

Beautiful instrument! ❤️🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

I have to agree with you 👍🏻🤩😂

Fantastic sound...

Beautiful and rich. Somehow combines the best of both. Upright and fretless. Pretty wild.

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. It’s a pretty special instrument. Very inspiring to play it.

I have been interest in fretless basses.... and this one takes the cake!

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

I love fretless. This one’s a beauty for sure.

@lambsows4168

2 жыл бұрын

@@FretlessMonster The moment you struck a note and slide, I just felt my soul ascending.

Monster tone! Beautiful instrument 👍☮️🕉️

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

I humbly agree. 👍🏻😊

Awesome playing!

@FretlessMonster

Жыл бұрын

Thank you. That bass is a pleasure to play.

Wow that is stunning looks like an up right bass Sounds amazing 💜you got class

@FretlessMonster

10 ай бұрын

Thanks so much!! It’s an amazing instrument. Not easy to play.

the cleanest bass tone i think i have ever heard.

@FretlessMonster

Жыл бұрын

It’s a pretty special instrument. A beast, but a special beast. 🤣👍🏻

It is beautiful! Thanks for sharing. 😀

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏻🤩

Magic, it really special this bass, like too

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you

Wow. like a thick layer of musical syrup. Very tasty, smooth and lovely. And no string buzz. Great sound Tony.

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

That's a great way to describe it!! 🙂

I have one, and i love it. Super smooth!

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Great. Fantastic instruments

Thank you sir for showing it

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching.

Awesome instrument!!

Great sound, and very nice bass, Tony...specially if it's in your hands, Maestro!

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Truly appreciate that. 🙏🏻😊

@fichambawelby2632

2 жыл бұрын

@@FretlessMonster thank you!. But it is true!. Please, keep on playing, and being the honest man you are. After all your mastery, you seem to be a single, ever smiling man. And I know what one needs to “play bad” any instrument, after 45+ years of recording, producing and arranging. God bless you, Tony.

Love those sliding harmonics. I learned how to do them from one of your articles in Bass Player magazine many years ago. Cheers!

@FretlessMonster

Жыл бұрын

Oh wow. Yes I remember sharing that back then. So much fun.

Really awesome

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks 🤩

wow, great chops.

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!! 🤩🙏🏻

great personality and great playing

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

🙏🏻🤩

Its a beauty .

@FretlessMonster

Жыл бұрын

Yes it is!

Wow!! Sounds like an upright!! LOVE IT!!

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Right? Thanks so much 👍🏻🤩

@mariosangermano5709

2 жыл бұрын

@@FretlessMonster I play upright, but it's become so taxing on my hands and shoulder. This bass could be the solution. I mean when I listened while you played I closed my eyes and it's an upright.

Thanks you for sharing this. In your extremely capable hands it sounds awesome! I had an opportunity to buy one, but I could not do it justice.

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much. Yes it’s not an “easy” bass to play, especially as I’m not a very good upright player! 🤷‍♂️😫

Beautiful hollow body bass ,, Sounds smooth and Sweet, Thx Tony 🤘🏻👌

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Scott 😊👍🏻

Omg what tone! I want one!

@FretlessMonster

4 ай бұрын

They’re amazing instruments. A bit of a beast to play but worth it.

Had to subscribe for this, incredible looking bass and what a sound. Bassists looking arite as well 😁. Will definitely be having a listen to your back catalogue!

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much. There’s plenty to discover. Though this bass is a recent addition to the channel.

I’ve wanted one for a long time. I think it’s a brilliant one-off hybrid instrument.

@FretlessMonster

Жыл бұрын

Agreed. It’s an amazing instrument. A beast though! 🤪

Indeed, a very good sounding instrument!

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

I have to agree. 😊

Timbre único... top demais

It is like a horizontal upright bass. Lol. That things sounds awesome. And as demonstrated in the right hands is amazing. Great playing.

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

🙏🏻🙏🏻🤩🤩

Man, that's a beauty! I just pulled my Yammy RBX800AF off the wall a couple of days back. I'm loving it. It's a slab, doesn't sound like your Takamine. I would buy one of those just for joy.

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

This one is a slab too!! 🤪 Makes my regular Fretless feel tiny. Killer sound though.

That is awesome bass sir! Nice demo.

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much 👍🏻

great instrument

@FretlessMonster

2 жыл бұрын

It’s pretty sensational I must say.