Bass innovator Michael Manring provides an in-depth discussion of the unusual and unorthodox techniques that feature on his CD release
Thonk. The album boasts four solo pieces that rely upon some very unique playing techniques and musical approaches. Among the topics covered are:
- Using alternate tunings
- The capabilities of the Hyperbass
- Applying the slap technique to a fretless bass
- Use of the EBow and playing with two EBows simultaneously
- Changing tunings while playing
- Composing with multiple tunings
- Playing several instruments simultaneously