bass chords

[xmicandmoshpitx]

Could someone please explain to me how to play a chord? They're in a few songs I want to learn, and I don't understand how to play them. I've read a few descriptions on how to play them, but I still don't get it. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks.

[Chuck Vermette]

Just play more than one note, using a pick or plucking both at the same time. You can find voicings for chords online. Search for those.

[Scott Irvine]

I don't use chords. It makes it sound bad to me. Not many fret combinations sound good together on the bass.

[Tristan Needler]

just play the fifth, like a power chord on the bass. it sounds good if you use it right.

[Chuck Vermette]

just play the fifth, like a power chord on the bass. it sounds good if you use it right.

3rds don't sound to bad either.

[xmicandmoshpitx]

awesome, thanks everyone.

[the rog]

umm... there are hundreds of chords for bass, scott... and they all sound pretty good if that's what you're going for.