The New Evolution of Bass Lab PLUS
A Better Way to Learn Bass in Your 50s, 60s, 70s and Beyond
Follow a 9-Level System, learn at your own pace, and enjoy playing alongside a friendly community where you’ll feel welcome from day one.
Full access today. Nothing to pay until your 14-day trial ends.
- Everything you need to learn and enjoy playing bass
- Know exactly what to practise next
- A friendly community where you’ll feel right at home

A Message From James
See What eBass+ Is All About
★★★★★
“I can only say ‘WOW…cool, VERY COOL’.”
I am so glad to have become a lifetime member of this bass-learning group last year. You have hit directly on ALL the evidence-based methods for engaging, teaching, and supporting those who want to learn bass (or get better at playing bass). The format, organization, and content of this new eBass+ platform will certainly enable me to be much more efficient in my effort to benefit from what your collection of talented bass-playing musicians teach, advise, and share. And the camaraderie and sharing among eBass+ members themselves is likewise immensely valuable for helping to sustain a shared sense of purpose and progress.
So, KUDOS to you all!
Random YouTube videosWhich scale first?Buy another course?Am I too old for this?Let’s Be Honest
Learning Bass Today Can Feel Confusing and Overwhelming
Everyone tells you to practise more, learn your scales, study theory, improve your timing and memorise the fretboard — but nobody tells you what to focus on first.
One video leads to another. Every teacher seems to recommend something different. Before long, you’ve collected plenty of lessons but still aren’t sure whether you’re making real progress.
Then you see other players online and begin wondering whether you’re too far behind, too rusty, or whether you’ve simply left it too late.
If You’re Feeling…
You’re Not Alone.
Here’s the Truth
You Don’t Need More Random Lessons. You Need a Clear Path and the Right People Around You.
The internet has given you more bass lessons than you could ever finish. But more information doesn’t always lead to better playing.
What you really need is someone to say:
“Here’s where you are. Here’s what matters at your level. Here’s what you can leave for later. And here’s what to practise next.”
That’s what creates momentum: not practising for hours, chasing flashy techniques or comparing yourself with younger players.
You’re Not Behind. You’re Just Ready for a Better Way to Learn.
Clear PathRight PeopleSteady ProgressNo Guesswork
The eBass+
A 9-Level roadmap that shows you exactly what to learn and practise next — from picking up the bass for the first time to becoming a competent, reliable, jam-session-ready bass player.
No more random lessons. No more wondering what to practise next. The 9-Level System organises your entire bass journey — from playing your first notes to developing solid technique, timing, groove and confidence.
9 structured levels. Step-by-step lessons. A welcoming community.
Everything you need to become a confident bass player at your own pace — without the guesswork, the overwhelm, or having to figure it all out alone.
Here’s What Changes When You Follow the System
Know What to Practise (Without Feeling Overwhelmed)
Make Steady Progress (At a Pace That Suits You)
Rebuild Your Skills (Even After Years Away)
Play With Confidence (Without Comparing Yourself)
Get Friendly Support (Whenever You Feel Stuck)
Feel Right at Home (With Players Who Understand)

This Is Your Roadmap
The 9-Level System
Your entire bass journey, organised into nine progressive levels. Each level helps you develop the right skills in the right order, so you always know what to practise and where to go next.
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The Foundations
Develop proper technique, timing and tone while avoiding habits that could hold you back later.
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2
Explore Blues
Learn the foundations of blues while improving your timing, feel and confidence around the fretboard.
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3
Music Theory in Real Songs
Understand the essential theory you need and learn how to use it in real songs and bass lines.
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4
Reading Notation
Learn to read music one manageable step at a time and open the door to more songs and styles.
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5
Create Melodic Bass Lines
Create your own bass lines using passing notes, fills and simple musical ideas that bring songs to life.
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Tighten Up Your Groove
Strengthen your timing and learn to lock in with the drums to create a steady, dependable groove.
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Explore Reggae & Country
Discover how bass works across different styles and become more confident adapting your playing.
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Explore Funk & Latin
Develop greater rhythm, control and feel through funk, Latin and other groove-led styles.
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9
Fretboard Domination
Bring everything together, move confidently around the fretboard and play with greater freedom.
★★★★★
“Support was helpful to me because I am not a computer guru. The lessons are structured in a very simple, logical way, which enable you to progress at your own rate.”
This Is Your Roadmap
Your Complete Bass Learning Toolkit
Everything you need, at every stage.
The eBass+ Community
A Welcoming Community of Grown-Up Bass Players
Learn alongside bass players in their 50s, 60s, 70s and beyond. Ask questions, share your progress and enjoy being part of a friendly community where you’ll feel welcome from day one.
The 9-Level System
Your Step-by-Step Roadmap
Follow nine structured levels that take you from the foundations to confident, musical playing — so you always know what to learn and practise next.
Complete Course Library
35+ Self-Paced Bass Courses
Explore courses covering technique, theory, groove and a wide range of musical styles. Work through them in your own time and revisit any lesson whenever you need to.
Interactive Live Workshops
Learn Directly From Our Coaches
Join regular live sessions where you can develop your playing, ask questions and receive practical guidance from experienced eBassGuitar coaches.
Monthly Challenges
Keep Playing and Making Progress
Take part in practical, achievable challenges that give you something enjoyable to work towards while helping you stay consistent and build momentum.
Bass Practice Toolkits
Tabs, Notation, PDFs and Backing Tracks
Find the practice materials you need in one place. Play along with backing tracks, follow downloadable music and spend less time searching for resources.
Ongoing Support
You’re Never Left to Figure It Out Alone
Ask questions whenever you feel stuck and get friendly help from the eBassGuitar team and fellow members who understand the learning journey.
Mobile App — Coming Soon
Take Your Learning Anywhere
We’re building a dedicated mobile app so you can access your lessons, community and practice materials from your phone or tablet — wherever and whenever it suits you. In the meantime, eBass+ works great in your mobile browser too.
Your Personal Dashboard
Pick Up Right Where You Left Off
Your dashboard remembers your progress automatically. Save favourite lessons to Your Music Stand, jump back in with Continue Learning, and use Search to find any topic in seconds.
Exclusive Member Discounts
More Value as You Continue Learning
Receive special member pricing on selected eBassGuitar courses, programmes and learning resources.
A Supportive Community
Feel at Home With Bass Players Who Understand
Learn alongside friendly bass players in their 50s, 60s, 70s and beyond. Ask questions, share your progress and get support without judgement, pressure or feeling like you need to keep up.
- Ask questions and get encouragement when you feel stuck
- Share your progress and celebrate your wins
- Join conversations, meetups and member events

★★★★★
“I’m new to the bass guitar and needed some structure to help me improve. Bass Lab Plus gave me that structure and has been the key to my learning. The community that James and his team have created are an amazing group. I am encouraged and committed to improve my playing and Bass Lab Plus is key to me achieving this!”
Structured Learning
The Complete Course Library
More than 35 self-paced courses, organised around your progress.
Your membership gives you access to the complete eBassGuitar course library — from the fundamentals of technique and timing to blues, theory, groove, improvisation and different musical styles.
Instead of searching through dozens of unrelated courses, the 9-Level System helps you choose the lessons that are most useful for where you are now.
Featured Courses Across the 9-Level System
Level 0
20 Day Absolute Beginners Bass Challenge
Value: $49
Level 0
20 Day Bass Guitar Kick Start Challenge
Value: $49
Level 1
Essential Technique Course
Value: $149
Level 2
Fretboard Fundamentals 101
Value: $99
Level 2
Riff Masters Bass Course
Value: $47
Level 3
Play 3 Songs in 3 Days
Value: $49
Level 5
Rock Pop Motown Bassline Creation Course
Value: $97
Level 6
Groove Mechanics
Value: $49
Level 7
The Country Bass Toolkit
Value: $99
Level 8
Blues Bass Explosion
Value: $49
Total Value of Featured Courses Alone
$736
And that’s not counting the 25+ other courses also included in your membership — plus monthly challenges, live workshops and community access.
Learn in your own time. Repeat lessons whenever you need to. Keep access for as long as you remain a member.
★★★★★
“eBassguitar is the most comprehensive, effective Bass learning platform I have found. It is a complete offering for everyone, from beginners to professionals. There is a wide variety of materials, videos, backing tracks, and personal interaction. It is a great value for the money.”

Live Learning
Learn With Our Coaches
Join friendly live workshops led by experienced eBassGuitar coaches, where you can learn new skills, ask questions and play along from home. There’s no pressure to perform or appear on camera, and recordings are available if you cannot attend live.
- Learn practical bass skills with guidance from our coaches
- Ask questions and play along from the comfort of home
- Catch up anytime with workshop recordings
Monthly Activities
Something New to Keep You Playing
Challenges, workshops and events that make practice more enjoyable. It’s easier to stay motivated when you have something practical to work towards. Our regular member programming gives you manageable goals, new musical ideas and opportunities to participate alongside the community.
Monthly Challenges
Work on one focused area of your playing through short, achievable practice sessions.
Interactive Workshops
Learn directly from the eBassGuitar coaching team and ask questions as you go.
Community Events
Join meetups, discussions and member activities created to bring bass players together.
Workshop Recordings
Can’t attend live? Catch up with the recordings whenever it suits you.
Everything You Need
Join eBass+ Today
Get everything you need to build your skills, practise with purpose, and enjoy being part of a welcoming bass community.
- Know what to practise instead of jumping between random lessons
- Build dependable technique without rushing
- Improve your timing, tone and groove
- Understand how bass lines work in real music
- Rebuild your playing after years away
- Explore the musical styles you enjoy
- Create more interesting bass lines
- Move around the fretboard with greater confidence
- Stay motivated with friendly support around you
The Complete eBass+ Membership
The 9-Level System
Your step-by-step path from the foundations to confident, musical bass playing.
Complete Course Library
More than 35 self-paced bass courses covering technique, theory, groove, songs and musical styles.
Community & Support
- The eBass+ Community
- Interactive Live Workshops
- Ongoing Support
- Meetups & Member Events
Practice Tools & Resources
- Monthly Challenges
- Tabs, Notation & Music Sheets
- Backing Tracks
- Workshop & Event Recordings
Convenient Access
- eBassGuitar Mobile App (Coming Soon)
- Learn at Your Own Pace, No Deadlines
- Exclusive Member Discounts
Bonus
Become a Confident Bass Player with 7 of James Eager’s Bass Guitar Books
Get 7 of James Eager’s practical bass guitar books for bass players who prefer learning from books and want a clear path through the instrument — covering the foundations, essential technique, bass lines, and styles like blues, walking bass, and more advanced approaches as you progress.
Included Free1. The Bass Guitar Foundations Book
Regular price: $24.95 USD
Included Free2. The Essential Book of Technique for Bass Guitar Players
Regular price: $24.95 USD
Included Free3. Fretboard Freedom Book
Regular price: $24.95 USD
Included Free4. The Complete Book of Music Theory for Bass Players
Regular price: $24.95 USD
Included Free5. The Essential Book of Blues Bass Guitar
Regular price: $24.95 USD
Included Free6. Bass Line Mastery Book
Regular price: $24.95 USD
Included Free7. The Essential Book of Walking Bass
Regular price: $24.95 USD
Total Value
$174.65 USD
All Seven Digital Books Are Included
Get the complete collection with your eBass+ membership at no additional cost.
Your Membership
Choose the Plan That Suits You
Both plans include full access to eBass+ from your first day. Choose the option that works best for you.
Monthly Membership
$37/month
Start with 14 days free
- The complete 9-Level System
- 35+ self-paced courses
- The eBass+ community
- Interactive live workshops
- Monthly challenges
- Member meetups and events
- Tabs, notation and music sheets
- Backing tracks and downloads
- Mobile app access (coming soon)
- Ongoing community support
- Exclusive member discounts
Your monthly membership begins after your free trial. Cancel before the trial ends and you won’t be charged.
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Annual Membership
$21.58/month
Billed annually at $259
Start with 14 days free
- The complete 9-Level System
- 35+ self-paced courses
- The eBass+ community
- Interactive live workshops
- Monthly challenges
- Member meetups and events
- Tabs, notation and music sheets
- Backing tracks and downloads
- Mobile app access (coming soon)
- Ongoing community support
- Exclusive member discounts
Your annual membership begins after your free trial. Cancel before the trial ends and you won’t be charged.
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How Your Free Trial Works
Today — Instant Access
Get full access to eBass+ straight away. No charge today.
Day 12 — Reminder
We’ll send you a quick reminder before your trial ends. Cancel anytime in seconds.
Day 14 — Trial Ends
Your membership begins if you continue. Changed your mind? Cancel before Day 14 and you won’t be charged.
Forgot to Cancel?
No problem — you’re still covered by our 30-day money-back guarantee. Try eBass+ completely worry-free.
Our Promise
The eBass+ Guarantee
The “30-Day Money-Back” Guarantee
Not seeing the progress you expected? No worries — you’re covered by our 30-day money-back guarantee, so you can explore eBass+ risk-free.
The “Cancel Anytime” Guarantee
If you decide it’s not the right fit, just cancel anytime through your account, or reach out to the support team and we’ll take care of it for you.
★★★★★
“Great lessons and a great support! Always reacting to e-mails and active helpdesk. Had a very bad experience with another bass lessons organisation, these guys are really great.”
Here’s What Our Members Are Saying

Meet Your Teacher
Meet James Eager
Hey, James here…
I have lived and breathed bass guitar for over twenty years.
From recording at Abbey Road Studios… to playing at Wembley Arena… and touring with West End shows like We Will Rock You and The Lion King…
I’ve had the privilege of experiencing it all from rock bands to symphonies, theatre shows to jazz clubs.
Here’s the deal: I’m not about throwing tons of videos at you that pile up and gather dust.
What I teach at Bass Lab PLUS is the real-world stuff I use every day to make a living playing bass.
No fluff, no overwhelm, just practical, straightforward lessons designed to get you results.
I consider myself as a ‘commercial musician,’ which means I’m all about laying down that solid groove and making the band sound great.
And that’s exactly what I’m here to help you do – jam, groove, and become the bassist that keeps things tight.
As always… keep groovin’ hard!
Meet the eBassGuitar Coaching Team
Toby Newcombe
Bass Coach
Andy Hodge
Bass Coach
Freddie Draper
Bass Coach
Sian Unwin
Bass Coach
Marco Ronquillo
Bass Coach
★★★★★
“James is the best instructor you could ever ask for. The man knows his stuff and has tons of real world experience. In addition, he has a special knack for teaching bass guitar.”
Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
eBass+ is the new evolution of Bass Lab PLUS. It brings the membership into a new platform with an improved layout, the 9-Level System, a complete course library, live learning, practice tools and a more connected community experience.
Yes. Level 1 begins with the essential foundations, including technique, timing and tone. You don’t need any previous experience, and you won’t be expected to keep up with more advanced members.
You don’t necessarily need to begin at Level 1. The 9-Level System helps you identify the stage that best matches your current playing so you can focus on the skills that will help you progress.
Absolutely. Many eBassGuitar members are returning to the bass after a long break. You can revisit the foundations, rebuild your confidence and move forward at a comfortable pace.
No. eBass+ was created with grown-up learners in mind, including bass players in their 50s, 60s, 70s and beyond. You can take your time, repeat lessons and learn without pressure or judgement.
You don’t need to practise for hours every day. Even short, regular sessions can help you make progress. The important thing is knowing what to work on and practising consistently when your schedule allows.
No. The 9-Level System helps you focus on the courses and lessons most relevant to your current stage. You’re not expected to work through everything at once.
Speed isn’t the goal. Good bass playing is built on timing, control, tone and musical feel. You can slow lessons down, repeat them and develop your playing gradually.
No. You can begin without reading traditional notation. Tabs and other supporting resources are provided, and reading notation is introduced step by step when you reach that part of the system.
No. A working bass and a simple practice setup are enough to begin. You don’t need expensive equipment to benefit from the lessons.
That’s perfectly fine. Recordings are made available so you can watch them at a time that works for you.
No. You can participate in the community and live workshops in whatever way feels comfortable. Sharing your playing is encouraged, but never required.
Yes. The platform is designed to be straightforward on a computer, phone or tablet. If you experience any difficulty, the eBassGuitar support team will be available to help.
Yes. eBass+ works great in your phone or tablet’s browser, so you can access your lessons, practice materials and community wherever you are.
A dedicated mobile app is coming soon. Until then, eBass+ is fully accessible through your phone or tablet’s browser, so you’re not missing out on anything in the meantime.
Yes. The community includes players at many different stages, and beginners are always welcome. There are no silly questions, and you don’t need to prove yourself before joining in.
Yes. You can cancel your recurring membership before the next billing date. You’ll retain access until the end of your current paid period.
If you decide to continue, your selected monthly or annual membership will begin automatically after the trial. If it isn’t right for you, cancel before the trial ends and you won’t be charged.
A Personal Note From James
You Still Have Plenty of Music Ahead of You
If you’re reading this, there’s probably a reason you haven’t given up on the bass.
Perhaps you’ve wanted to learn for years but never quite found the right time. Perhaps you used to play and would love to feel comfortable with the instrument again. Or perhaps you’ve been playing for a while but still feel as though something is missing.
Whatever brought you here, I want you to know that you haven’t left it too late.
You don’t need to practise for hours every day. You don’t need to play faster than everyone else. And you certainly don’t need to feel embarrassed about what you don’t know.
You simply need a sensible place to begin, some friendly guidance, and the opportunity to keep taking one step at a time.
That’s why we created eBass+. The 9-Level System gives your learning a proper order. The lessons help you develop practical skills you can hear in your playing. And the community gives you somewhere to ask questions, share the experience and meet people who understand why the bass still matters to you.
I can’t promise that every lesson will be effortless. Learning an instrument still requires patience and practice. But you won’t have to work everything out alone.
We’d love to welcome you inside.
James Eager
Founder, eBassGuitar
Your Next Step
Become the Bass Player You’ve Always Wanted to Be
Whether you’re picking up the bass for the first time, returning after years away or ready to finally move beyond feeling stuck, there’s a place for you in eBass+.
Learn at your own pace, follow a clear path and join a welcoming community of 50s & beyond bass players who share your love of the instrument.
Full access from day one. Nothing to pay until your 14-day trial ends.
★★★★★
“This course leaves no stone unturned in the very thorough curriculum. I really love it because it’s self paced. Thanks to James and all the staff instilling a confidence in my playing that I have never felt in 20+ years.”