Jonathan - thank you so much for focusing on short scale basses. You are the ONLY person I've ever heard say they have an autoimmune condition that affects their skin and joints - so do I!! It's difficult when people ask me why I play short scale, why I prefer certain strings, and so forth. I kinda don't like talking about the details to strangers (plus it sounds like I'm complaining) - but quite a few instruments that I used to play, no longer are an option for me. (eg: playing classical mandolin - the tension is not an option for me know, nor can my skin/fingertips manage the steel strings). Anyway, all that to say, THANK YOU for encouraging me to press on with my bass playing! Blessings to you!

As a self-taught guitar player, I like the 30" short scale 6-string basses because you can match the tuning of your guitar one octave down...which makes creating bass lines a breeze for songs created on my guitars... 💥

Nice collection!!! 👍🇨🇱🇨🇦

That f bass is awesome! Thanks for sharing your collection!!!

I have discovered the wonders of short scale basses this past year after playing mostly P-basses. I do have a 32 inch (3/4 scale) Squier Jaguar that was my only bass for many years, but it was a little heavy for my back. Love your channel!

Another thank you for sharing your story. I have had a somewhat similar story with basses. I ran into a health issue not long after taking up the bass again after a long absence. I could not sit up comfortably in a chair for more than 15 minutes and using a strap would cause me shoulder and upper back pain. But I did not want to give up on something I really enjoyed. I bought a Taylor mini acoustic bass and was able to work myself up to an hour sitting. Bought a short scale bass with a high gloss finish and gave it away within a month. I spent more time fighting with the bass sliding over my lap than actually playing. Then a bought a u-bass, which some people may think of as a toy, but was amazed at the tone,when I put it through my amp. And, it was the perfect practice instrument. Now waiting for my dream bass from a custom builder 'LeCompte' and yes it will be a short scale 30" but like you we spent a lot of time talking over the build and while I have another six months to wait ....I'm excited. So, once again thanks for sharing your story it was especially meaningful for me. Take Care!

Thank you so much for sharing your story. I have been struggling with full size basses feeling that I need to work for it instead of it working for me. I have been trying to find a really awesome sounding and looking short scale p-bass. Definitely considering getting a mustang. That FBass is nice though 😲

Great video, Jonathan! I still cannot understand why a lot of of bass players settle for a great sounding, but uncomfortable playing 34/35 inch bass. A found two good short scale basses: first a Hofner shorty, low output, but nice vintage sound (needs some work to get better set-up, but for Eur 135,- excellent value for money) and later my Chowny SWB1 alder body with EMG preamp stacked bass/treble control. Delivery took a while, but to me it feels and sounds perfectly and that straight out of the box. Soundwise a mix between your custom jazzbass and f-bas (i.e. modern sounding, great for all pop/jazz/rock/metal sounds) and only about Eur 600,-.

Congrats on that gorgeous F Bass! It's really well proportioned. Thanks for sharing your story. Hopefully it reaches people looking for a bit of encouragement.

Bought a Sire U5 30”, which I loved. Quality was great, but the body wasn’t contoured so was uncomfortable to rest my right arm on. Recently purchased an Ibanez EHB 1005SMS headless 5-string fanned fret 32-30” neck, passive/active. Replaced the Bartolini soap bars with Aguilar pickups - now have the perfect bass. Very light and comfortable and great range of great sounding tones

Thank you for sharing. I enjoyed your commentary and playing. All the best!

Nice basses with nice tones. I prefer the P pickup also. Take care.

Big fan of short scale basses . . . thanks for this, Man!

I, to, have two auto-immune conditions that causes me to stop playing when it's triggered. The pain and discomfort lasts days or long enough to losing my calluses, and then, to start again. Play on, my friend! We learn so much from you!

Thx for sharing your journey 😊

Diggin your custom F bass, too. Wow monster tone!.

Great video, thanks for sharing your bass journey and wonderful collection of short scale bass guitars!

I really enjoyed this video. I have also switched to shortscale basses for medical reasons, but I need ultra low weight instruments. My first experiment was a SX/Jim Deacon precision, a very cheap brand that I bought to see if I liked the short scale. Then a year before my 50th birthday I ordered a Sandberg California ii Lionel shortscale. I ordered with their “Superlight” specification with a paulownia body, Norwegian maple neck, ultralight tuners and bridge. It arrived a year later and it only weighs 5.7lb (2.6kg). It’s a passive P type and like you I put Ti flats on it. It sounds fantastic. It balances perfectly (really important for my issues) and it is so easy to play. I use it for pretty much everything now. I think people are realising that shortscales are not just beginner instruments anymore, and it’s great that more companies are making high quality shortscale basses. Thank you for your video.

Really appreciate this video. Physical limitations have had me reaching for short scales too at times. Turns out the tone is wonderful. Love the Landing Bass I've always been interested in them.

Nice Atelier! I have a JLG Governor Short Scale Bass (made in Finland). After trying for many years with long scales, I finally swapped over. You have a really nice collection. :)

Wow my path to short scale basses was similar in the physical aspect. In one year I had carpal tunnel surgery both hands as well as multiple trigger finger releases both hands. I couldn't play my long scale basses so I started acquiring shorties,(8 to date) and now I don't see myself going back and they're all passive ......I love them. : )

Glad to hear that you were able to adapt.

Thanks for sharing!

Jonathan, I just came across your video and channel in my feed . I am intrigued and interested in your thoughts musings and experimentation on bass and short scales . I thumbs up and new sub to your channel. Thank you for your original approach to music and KZfaq.

When I was 19, I traded a short-scale Hofner "Beatle" bass straight-across for a short-scale Gibson EB2D (similar in construction to the ES-335, with a semi-hollow body). It has the giant humbucker as well as a little bridge humbucker, and I cannot say I've ever been unhappy with it over these last 55 years. I agree that if it suits you and your ranges, stick with it. Plus, if you have stubby fingers, you won't have to make them "do the splits."

I developed an autoimmune condition six years ago. I sold my heavy Basses and Guitars, and bought lighter weight versions. I have a Short-scale Classic Vibe Mustang Bass, and Gretsch G2220. Maybe, a Fender Japan Junior Collection Jazz Bass at a later date... 👍❤️🎸

I play an Ibanez Mikro and love it. PU's sound great, no hum and it weighs 5 lbs 9 ozs- YEAH

Thanks Jonathan,,,great content!

nice studio... cool basses.... interesting topic....

That Fbass sounds great. Clear, a little warm, not flubby!

Great video 👍👍

Greetings from Indonesia! You should look for Compact Bass CPB-60s. It's a p-bass that sold domestically in Japan. Unfortunately it's only available in used market because it is n/ow discontinued. Cheers for fellow shortscaler..

man do I hear this, I'm is the same canoe.

They're all gorgeous! Cort makes incredibly nice instruments at super reasonable prices. If you ever can, I would highly encourage you to try out a Serek as well. And if you want to get really silly, try out a shortscale Kiesel Vader. Headless aren't for everyone but I'd sooner die than give mine up lol.

Nice playing but bypassing the eq knobs and bridge pickup is something I just don't agree with! That last bass is amazing!

Man! I really that F Bass. Wish George would make more or @ least offer it as an option.😕🎶❤️👍🏾

Have you ever tried tape wound strings? These might be more comfortable to you

I use 35 scale mutliscale headless bass 6 string and woah the weight is actually soo light at sometimes i forget i have it on me

Ever tried out the Stingray short scale basses? I ask as a fan of Stingrays.

I have the residual effect of an autoimmune disorder gave up playing yeaars ago but am trying to get back into it the best I can What do you think of the squire jaguar vm ss? Enjoy your videos. Thanks joe

thanks for all your videos man, really informative. curious to see if youve ever played the JMJ mustang? i have one and love it

these are bass guitars ,not electric bass with precession frets. so 30" is standard & anything longer than that is long scale & anything shorter than that is short scale ( the word precession bass has a meaning )

Thanks for sharing. I too have physical limitations mostly nerve damage in my left arm and hand. Is the glove your wearing help with your pain? Is it specifically for fretting?

What would you suggest for someone on a limited budget?

Much thanks for your short scale bass videos. (Silly?) Question: What's the process for tuning a 34" scale bass to short scale with a capo? How do you tune/make it short scale EADG ? I saw you put the capo on the 2nd fret... but do I detune the 34 scale first or what? If you have time please can you explain. I apologize if my question has an obvious answer but I've never seen that idea before - converting long scale to short scale. Also, what brand capo do you use? TIA

Great video and shared story of your short scale collection! I have just picked up my first bass guitar which is a Sire U5 short scale model. I'm hoping you might be able to share some of your experience on string sets? Can I put sets of full scale strings (cut down to fit) on a short scale bass and is there anything that needs to be explained if the process is at all possible?

Hey! Great video. on those TI flats... how is the tension on the E string? thanks

I must have been mistaken about what a compound radius meant, I thought it was the fret board that had the compound radius yet you point at the back of the neck when you say it. I also thought it really wouldn't make any difference on a bass as the more rounded lower radius made playing bar chord easier and the flatter higher radius was for making it so bending notes didn't fret out, neither of which are techniques traditionally used on bass. Am I just flat out wrong about what a compound radius is?

Did you check out the Serek short scales?

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you mention you play shortscale now because of the weight but then you play a regular bass with a capo??

hi .. what’s your speaker monitor?

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“I played that for decades “…. You look like 21 y/o bro what the what?

Awesome basses dude. I want some shortscales

Thank you for sharing your story. I too wear a glove when playing bass, in my case due to tremors, they help with that a lot. I gave up bass for many years because I felt unable to progress. It took me a lot of research to figure out why some choose to wear gloves, Scott Devine for example. I am sure many people mis-conceive the idea of wearing a glove while playing bass, such as avoiding callous pain or cold hands. It would be great if you could make a short video about your use of the glove, which you prefer and it might help others to continue playing bass rather than laying it down. Thanks.