BASSED.

About BASSED.

BASSED. is the best BASS GUITAR related podcast ever to be hosted by Nick Bernard and Carson Childers. Where they talk about BASS GUITARS because BASS is cool. Okay, is that enough instances of saying "bass guitar" for the algorithm?

Publisher

Furlong Creative

Category

music

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

19 Oct 2022

Latest episode

6 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

1 of 42 episodes have a transcript.

1. 

   6 Oct 2026TRANSCRIPT

   STU BROOKS (Nine Inch Nails, Dominic Fike, Dub Trio) [Bassed. Podcast 40]

   Carson Childers and Nick Bernard interview bassist Stu Brooks about his innovative approach to bass tone and sound design, drawing from dub, industrial, and arena playing.

2. 

   28 Apr 2026

   TIM LEFEBRVE (David Bowie, Donny McCaslin, Tedeschi Trucks Band) [Bassed. Podcast 39]

   On this episode of Bassed., we sit down with legendary bassist Tim Lefebrve for a wide-ranging conversation covering his career, tone, gear, and the mindset that's kept him at the top of the session world for decades. Tim opens up about coming up in New York City after moving there in 1993, saying yes to everything, and why he never learned the power of no — and why that approach paid off. We get into his journey from Sadowsky 5-strings to vintage P-basses and flat wounds, the practical reason he switched (hint: it was about front-of-house), and how his deep love of drum and bass and electronica ultimately caught David Bowie's ear and led to the Blackstar sessions. We also talk in depth about the Jad Freer ecosystem — the Capo, the Sisma, and the new Luce DI. Tim also breaks down exactly how he's integrated the Quad Cortex. 🎸 Topics covered: • Coming up in NYC & the power of saying yes • P-bass, flat wounds & front-of-house • Nate Smith live at Big Ears & backline upright stories • Jad Freer: Capo, Luce & Sisma • Quad Cortex in a stadium rig • Empress compressor, Union Tube and Transistor LAB, Doc Lloyd DLA-2A & more • Tyler Chester, Good Shepherd & session work • Gear picks

3. 

   7 Apr 2026

   Quad Cortex Mini Initial Thoughts, Seasons of Transition [Bassed. Podcast 38]

   Sorry for the clickbait. WE ARE BUILDING A COMMUNITY, ARE YOU IN? Discord https://discord.gg/BE9Fgqg88y Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bassedthechannel/?hl=en Clanker Notes: Carson Childers and Nick catch up on life updates, gear adventures, and their evolving perspectives on music production and touring. Dive into their candid conversations about studio setups, digital gear, touring logistics, and personal milestones. Key Topics Carson’s upcoming studio session at Mountain Art Center, featuring full live band recording with a big SSL console The decline of traditional band experiences in the studio and the shift toward remote and digital workflows Insights into touring logistics: Sprinter vs. Tour Bus, hotel stays, and driving long distances across the US The transition from performing to tour managing: managing artists, logistical decisions, and new perspectives The evolution of gear: quad cortex, HX Stomp, and the significance of capturing and processing in digital setups Comparing gear options: size, processing power, workflow, and market pricing, including the mini quad cortex The importance of signal flow, capturing chains, and custom presets for consistent tone Personal milestones: Carson wins Bass Player of 2026 Award and celebrates mentorship and community Exploring hobbies like coffee brewing and espresso gear as analogies for gear selection and investment Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction and updates on Carson and Nick 02:46 - The art of live band tracking in modern studios 03:47 - Unusual studio tricks: marching snare and goofy percussion toys 04:13 - The shift away from traditional studio experiences and remote work 06:15 - Touring stories: van vs. bus, hotel stays, and travel experiences 10:14 - The challenges and benefits of touring in Sprinters and high-top vans 12:34 - Logistics of gear: gear stays on the bus or in the van, packing routines 14:24 - Transitioning out of performance to tour management roles 16:23 - Producing and performing with artists like Taylor Lansdale and Nathan Evans Fox 17:45 - The journey of collecting gear, studio setup, and shifting priorities 18:41 - Nashville performances and touring logistics, including day trips and hotel stays 19:30 - New music releases and working with production teams 20:54 - Carson’s recent awards and mentorship reflections 24:14 - The significance of community, mentorship, and recognition in music 27:03 - The role of Discord as a community hub for gear tips and collaboration 28:58 - Deep dive into quad cortex capabilities, captures, and workflow strategies 33:45 - Gear size, analog vs. digital, and capturing complex chains for tone 36:00 - The mini quad cortex and its fitting into smaller pedalboard setups 39:48 - Managing gear sales, gear appreciation, and the importance of processing power 43:10 - The aesthetics and workflow of digital gear: the importance of interface design 44:03 - Recording with captures, presets, and creating versatile tone chains 55:45 - Strategies for capturing intricate gear chains for consistency and tone preservation 58:35 - The future of digital models: market evolution, open source possibilities, and market dynamics 62:17 - Personal hobbies: coffee, espresso gear, and analogies for gear investment 63:56 - Wrap-up and community engagement: join the Discord for tips and conversations

Inside a recent episode

STU BROOKS (Nine Inch Nails, Dominic Fike, Dub Trio) [Bassed. Podcast 40]

Published 6 Oct 2026 · Transcript excerpt

[…] And I came back a different musician from that tour. And we just started experimenting with live dub because usually it's a style of music that is in the engineer's realm in the studio. Or if it's a live show, it'll be like the engineer at front of house doing the dub effects. But we kind of took that process and applied it to not only reggae, but any style of music. And that's sort of where we kind of found our niche was like this live dub mixed with punk and ambient and noise and just, I mean, whatever. There was no limitations, really. Right. And you've usually got a bass. Back in the day, it was mostly a jazz bass, right? […]

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

303,228

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

22 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

24 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 45 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

24

Social presence

0

YouTube

86

Engagement

77

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