Bassist for Slam Death

[Domb]

I know most of you guys don't like Death Metal, let alone Slam Death. Slam Death was created by a band called Devourment. Their sound was so different they got kicked into a new subgenre of Death Metal.

Well my friends want to start a Slam Death metal band and I don't play bass but I'd be willing to learn to the band. I've been playing guitar for about 6 plus hours everyday for 8 months and it's almost become a 2nd language for me...just about.

My question is, do bass players of metal bands mostly just play the root of the power chord that the rhythm is playing? I understand there's a bit more to bass playing than that but is that the main thing?

The only bass I have access to is a 6-string bass and the neck on the thing is just huge haha since it's the only one I can use is it ok to start learning on such a beast?

[Strat Kid]

Oh, yes.

It might be slightly complicated, but it's good when you have the sudden desire to play guitar parts and don't want to walk over to your guitar.

[ModestCargo]

It's likely O.K. but I'd suggest getting a nice 4 stringer.

[Domb]

MMM yeah I would if I had the money haha

See, the friend that wants me to play bass for the band already has a 6-string bass. It's a pretty nice one too. If I had the money and stuff yeah I'd get a 4 stnrig bass,
but my priority is guitar and that's where my money is going this holiday season.

I guess I'll just see how it goes...

[Rogue Axel]

metal bass guitar is way easier than every thing else, and takes much less skill. It wont be hard if all you are playing is metal. and i agree. Try a 4 string, like a warwick cause they look pure metal.