# BASS FITNESS > Bass guitar warm-up and technique exercises based on a best-selling book. (iPhone/iPad app by Hal Leonard Corp..) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bass-fitness/id1164608104 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Hal Leonard Corp.](https://appshunter.io/developer/455346514) - Category: Music, Music, Education - Price: $6.99 - Rating: 4.40/5 from 5 App Store ratings · 4 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 9.2 · 19 MB - Languages: English - Released: 2016-10-13 - Data updated: 2026-06-10 - Monetization: paid - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bass-fitness/id1164608104/reviews.md ## What is BASS FITNESS? Bass Fitness The Ultimate Woodshedding System! Based on the best selling book "Bass Fitness" published by Hal Leonard in 1991, Bass Fitness rapidly became and has remained the gold standard of bass warm-up exercises. Endorsements from legendary music schools and world-renowned bass players soon followed. These exercises for bass guitar are designed to help increase your speed, improve your dexterity, develop accuracy and promote finger independence. Even though all the tablature and finger combinations apply to the left hand, they will also work your right hand as some of them require swift and precise right hand moves. Practice daily, playing each exercise for at least 15 minutes before moving on to the next one. Play each exercise up and down, then move up chromatically in half steps (a half step equals one fret). Starting at fret 1 up to the 12th fret and back down. Always use a metronome, playing 8th notes (2 notes per metronome click). Start at the slowest indicated speed, concentrate on your sound, then gradually speed up. When crossing over strings be as precise as possible by watching alternatively your left and right hand. Each exercise is presented with a Transport panel below it. The buttons on the Transport panel function, in the initial position, allow the user to listen to the exercise being played. The user may record themself playing the exercise. The right position on the toggle button indicates the presence of a user recording. A red color on the wave form icon indicates that a recording has been completed, and the user can play back their recording. The loop button is used to repeat playing the exercise. The metronome button is used to play a click in addition to the exercise. This exercise can be display in bass guitar Tablature notation and bass clef Standard music notation. The Table Of Contents allows ease of movement in the book. Also built into the Table Of Contents is the ability to keep track of which exercises you have completed: Exercises that you have listened to (played) will be marked with a blue square. Exercises that you have recorded yourself practicing the exercise will be marked with a red square. The tempo slider area is used to control the beats per measure (BPM) of the playback. The user can use the slider to increase or decrease the tempo. The mixer button pops up a volume control panel for adjusting the relative volume of the bass guitar and the metronome. About the Author Josquin Des Pres has written some of the best-selling instruction books in the history of the electric bass. Introduced over 25 years ago, Bass Fitness rapidly became the gold standard of bass warm-up exercises. Endorsements from legendary music schools and world-renowned bass players soon followed. Josquin's music career spans over four decades of collaboration with some of the biggest names in the field. A world-renowned bass player, author, producer and composer, he has consistently earned the respect of his peers in the industry. He is also a prolific songwriter, composer and producer. He has written over a dozen songs with legendary lyricist Bernie Taupin (of Elton John fame), produced close to a hundred CDs, and composes music for dozens of TV networks. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS Software Engineering / App Development by Sue Marvin ## Key features - Speed and dexterity exercises - Finger independence development - Tablature and standard notation - Integrated metronome - Recording and playback functionality - Adjustable tempo and volume controls ## Recent user reviews (4 of 4) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bass-fitness/id1164608104/reviews.md ### 2/5 — Play along audio not working *2023-05-13* Just paid and downloaded it. Basically meant to be an interactive version of the digital book. Unfortunately none of the play features work for me including the metronome or track audio. Defeats the purpose. App support just takes you to Facebook - not even Hal Leonard’s page, just your homepage/timeline. Feels like a scam and trying to request a refund from Apple. App doesn’t work after paying for it and no actual link for support? Why is this still available to purchase if no one is providing support for it? Worst app purchase I’ve ever made. ### 5/5 — The Bass Guitar Bible *2016-11-23, version 1.0* Was thrilled to stumble across the Bass Fitness app. As a performing bassist for the past two decades, I've used the exercises in the print version of Bass Fitness almost every time I pick up my 4-string. The new app is like the book on steroids - in the best of ways. A built in metronome, the ability to play along to recorded versions of each exercise...and the ability to record yourself are a few of the app functions that make this well worth the download. I've been using it to warm up for gigs as well as for everyday left hand strengthening. Love love love it! ### 5/5 — Bass Fitness App *2016-10-30, version 1.0* If you really want to up your technique, get this app. It's easy to use and the built-in metronome is extremely handy; no need to switch between this and another app. You can also play along with the bass tracks if you prefer. I actually play classical guitar, but I still use these exercises anyways, and I'm watching my finger strength and dexterity gradually increase the more I use them. Five stars. ### 5/5 — Much better than the book *2016-10-25, version 1.0* I had this book back in the day. It was a cool way to build up your finger dexterity and strength. I recently started playing again and decided to look for apps. I was surprised to see bass fitness on there. So I'm starting from scratch again but this time I've got the metronome and everything needed built in. I usually do a couple of exercises a day out of my home office when I take a brake from work. Helps to mellow me out a bit. Anyway, I highly recommend. ## Frequently asked questions about BASS FITNESS ### What is Bass Fitness? Bass Fitness is a music practice application designed to help bass guitarists improve their speed, dexterity, accuracy, and finger independence through a structured system of warm-up exercises. ### What devices does Bass Fitness support? Bass Fitness is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, offering a flexible practice solution for Apple users. ### How much does Bass Fitness cost? Bass Fitness is a paid application, available for a one-time purchase of $6.99. ### Can I track my progress in Bass Fitness? Yes, Bass Fitness allows you to track your progress. Exercises you listen to will be marked with a blue square, and those you record will be marked with a red square. ### Does Bass Fitness include a metronome? Yes, Bass Fitness includes a metronome feature that can be played alongside the exercises to help maintain a steady tempo during practice. ### What musical notations are available in Bass Fitness? Bass Fitness offers exercises in both bass guitar tablature notation and bass clef standard music notation, catering to different learning preferences. ### How often is Bass Fitness updated? The latest version of Bass Fitness is 1.2, which was last updated on November 10, 2017. Users can expect updates to maintain compatibility and potentially add new features. ### What age rating does Bass Fitness have? Bass Fitness has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users interested in learning or improving their bass guitar skills. ## Version history (last 3 releases) ### 1.2 — 2017-11-10 This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. Sponsored by La Bella World Class Strings. ### 1.1 — 2017-06-12 When upgrading to iOS 10, you will also need to upgrade Bass Fitness to version 1.1. This version adds the NSMicrophoneUsageDescription explaining how the app uses the microphone when recording, and results in an option in the Settings for Bass Fitness. Without upgrading to version 1.1 on iOS 10, the app will crash when the record button is pressed. ### 1.0 — 2016-10-13 No release notes. ## Apps similar to BASS FITNESS | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Bass Grooves.](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bass-grooves/id1486359083) | 3.0 (3) | Free | Music | | [Bass Guitar Flash Cards](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bass-guitar-flash-cards/id591845223) | 5.0 (2) | $0.99 | Music | | [Element Exploring Course](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/element-exploring-course/id1031693340) | — | $6.99 | Music | | [BTS for WAZA AIR BASS](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bts-for-waza-air-bass/id1547401570) | 2.0 (10) | Free | Music | | [Bass Chords and Scales](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bass-chords-and-scales/id962966343) | 3.9 (7) | $0.99 | Music | | [Bass Scales PRO](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bass-scales-pro/id1491192913) | — | $0.99 | Music | ## More apps by Hal Leonard Corp. - [Sheet Music Direct PlayAlong](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sheet-music-direct-playalong/id594528654) - [Essential Elements Interactive](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/essential-elements-interactive/id936937248) - [GUITAR FITNESS](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/guitar-fitness/id1215438327) All apps by Hal Leonard Corp.: https://appshunter.io/developer/455346514 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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