Bass player for any style

Q: Tell us about a project you worked on you are especially proud of and why. What was your role?

A: Amphisbaena, Lucid Mantra, Arseheads, MaxCito and other artists.My role was to come up with and record the bass line. These artists gave me complete creative freedom because they are open to experimentation.

Q: What are you working on at the moment?

A: I constantly study aspects of my profession, follow trends and everything that happens in the world of music.

Q: Is there anyone on SoundBetter you know and would recommend to your clients?

A: Yes, there are a few people I know and can recommend.

Q: Analog or digital and why?

A: Each option is good in its own way. It depends on your needs.

Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?

A: Attention to details and wishes as well as high quality work.

Q: What do you like most about your job?

A: I enjoy creating music in different genres and interacting with artists around the world.

Q: What questions do customers most commonly ask you? What's your answer?

A: 1.Can you think of a bass line for this song? I say I'd love to do it. 2.What quality of files do you send? Usually it is 24 bit/48000Hz. But if necessary, I can send them in other formats. 3. What is included in the delivery? Bass DI - a bass track without processing (clean), Bass AMP - a track with amp emulation (vst), Bass Mix - a mix of these two tracks with possible processing to my taste, Preview - a rough bass mix with your music for quick listening.

Q: What's the biggest misconception about what you do?

A: I'm still thinking about it :)

Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?

A: What do you expect from a bass line? Do you have a reference that I need to be guided by? Do you have any suggestions for the bass line? What type of bass do you prefer? fingerstyle, slap or pick?

Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?

A: Tell us about your project and ask any questions you may have. I am here to help you realize your ideas.

Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?

A: 4 bass guitars and one more just in case;)

Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?

A: I have been playing bass guitar for a little over 20 years. I played in many bands that performed popular music, so I have practical experience in many genres. I also played in an orchestra that performed a lot in my country and abroad. At the same time, I recorded bass in sessions for many local bands and now, thanks to the Internet, the geography has become more extensive. I also play some instruments and I also do some arranging and writing music and beats, but bass is my main activity.

Q: How would you describe your style?

A: I am flexible. I can adapt to the genre. I can play with feeling or with aggression, melodic or groovy, or all at the same time ;) It depends on the musical situation.

Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?

A: With everyone who creates music.

Q: Can you share one music production tip?

A: Each artist has to find their own original sound that will distinguish them from other performers.

Q: What type of music do you usually work on?

A: pop, rock, metal, funk, r'n'b etc

Q: What's your strongest skill?

A: I'm versed in many genres of music, I can come up with a basic bass line or an extraordinary one.

Q: What do you bring to a song?

A: What the client needs. If you need a restrained bass line that complements the song, I will use this approach. If a more pronounced or melodic bass line is needed, I'll use a different approach.

Q: What's your typical work process?

A: I familiarize myself with the song, listen to it several times, analyze its shape, rhythm, chords, mood, downs and ups, etc. If there is a reference, I study it. Then I start recording if the bass line is ready, or I define the concept of the future bass line.

Q: Tell us about your studio setup.

A: I use: Warwick Corvette 5-string bass, interfaces: PreSonus, Bass Pre-Amp: MXR 81, DAW: Reason Studio, VST plugins.

Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?

A: I am inspired by many old-school and modern bassists.

Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.

A: I'm usually asked to come up with a bass line that fits the song best. Sometimes I'll record a ready-made bass line if the client has one or has an idea that needs to be finalized.