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1103: Phil Donnelly on recording the double bass

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Today’s episode features UK-based bassist Phil Donnelly. Phil is an active performer on London’s West End and recently released a video for D’Addario about how to record a double bass on any budget.

We dig into the benefits of having your own studio space, how Phil has navigated London’s theater world, his relationship to practicing, avoiding burnout, and much more.

Enjoy, and be sure to give Phil a follow on Instagram!

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