Hammering on, sliding and bending.

These three very simple techniques can add a little extra flavour to even the simplest bass playing. Trust me on this.

Hammer-On

Play the first note by strumming or picking with your right hand. Using another finger on your left hand, press down quickly on a second fret without strumming or picking the string again.

Slide

A slide is simply playing the first note and sliding down to the second with out taking your finger off the Fretboard.

Bend

Play a note then push the string either away or toward you. If you push enough, you can get a complete half step, which is like playing a note one fret higher.