Is it possible to teach one's self how to play bass guitar and actually be good at it?

Question

Or is it a fact that all self-taught players suck?

Answer 1

There are a lot of good self taught musicians out there.

They actually get more credit. Or at least they do as far as me and my friends are concerned

Answer 2

It is definatly possible. Most of the people I know are self taught. Go to a music store.....many have great programs on cd or dvd to help walk you thru the basics. Then start trying to pick up songs you enjoy. The bass isn't too bad, so HAVE FUN WITH IT. Practice is going to be the biggest help here.

Answer 3

The electric bass is one of the easiest instruments to learn and one of the hardest to master because you have to know so much more than just the technique of the instrument. You also have to know a lot about music. I would advise starting with a teacher just to make sure you're on the right track.

Answer 4

My hubby taught himself..been playing since he was 7 years old, he's now 37...he's awesome! Practice, Practice, Practice! He's been teaching himself how to play guitar for about a year now...He has a Les Paul, oh yeah!

Answer 5

If you can get a teacher then get one, why would someone purposely deny oppurtunities available to them to get pseudo "respect" from other people who probably did the same thing themselves. You probably could self teach yourself if you spent alot of time on it but you probably will have a harder time trying to write songs if thats what you are trying to do.

Answer 6

not all self-taught players suck. well, most of them do, but not all. at least that's what i hear.... from self-taught bass guitarists. hmm...

Answer 7

all one has to do is try and see if the old myth is true or not.