Playing Bass in the Pocket: How to Nail Your Timing Every Time!

If you want to improve your groove and learn how to play bass in the pocket, this video is for you! We break down three core concepts that every bassist must master: quarter notes, division, and subdivision. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, these basics will help you lock in with the drummer and create that tight, driving groove every song needs. By the end, you'll have the tools to play in the pocket like a pro, improving your timing, rhythm, and overall musicianship. Let’s dive into pocket bass playing—your groove will never be the same!

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0:40 The quarter note
1:10 counting the quarter note with a beat
2:00 playing the quarter note (interactive)
3:23 PRACTICE TIP
3:43 BEAT ONE
4:12 Two Measure Phrases
4:40 EIGHTH NOTES and isolating each beat
7:22 Syncopation and isolation
9:28 YOUR homework
9:47 subdivisions
11:13 CTA
11:39 1e+a
13:35 Beat 2 (interactive)
14:22 Concrete vs Abstract Understanding
14:47 Beat 3
15:45 The Funkiest Subdivision
17:19 The second funkiest subvision
18:51 THIS IS IMPORTANT! WATCH IT
20:08 PRACTICE TIP
20:31 Hearing the character of each subdivision
23:54 FEEL (before, on or behind the beat)
28:03 all GROOVE