Base is commonly a misspelled word for “bass” in music. Bass refers to the lower frequencies or range of notes in music.
The word “Base” can describe things like a person’s skills in music, such as a “musical base,” but it’s not used frequently.
What is Bass?
In music, bass means the low-pitched notes. Its deep, heavy sound makes it easy to pick out.
What’s the difference between bass guitar and guitar?
Watch the 41-second YouTube video above and you’ll hear how the bass sits at a lower pitch than the guitar. Because bass guitars use thicker strings, they give off a deeper, richer sound. They also carry four strings, whereas a standard guitar has six.
