I have played many basses for many artists and offer a fully professional recording service for electric and acoustic bass. Credits include: David Gray, Talk Talk, Fairground Attraction, Brian Eno, Michael Jackson, Peggy Seeger. I also collaborate with writing and production and mix in Protools.
I have Neve, API and Universal Audio preamps and compressors and can mic using Vintage AKG, Neumann and many other microphones. I also have a choice of solid state or vintage valve bass amps. Please see a selection of instruments listed below. I always suggest that we discuss details of the project before I record. I can work from an mp3 or stems of submixes. I will provide a rough mix of the track with my recorded bass and can offer further recording if any changes are necessary depending on the agreed price. When you are satisfied with the work ,I will send the individual .wav bass files.
I'd love to hear about your project. Click the 'Contact' button above to get in touch.
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60 Reviews - 11 Repeat Clients
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check_circleVerifiedAlways love working with Simon, awesome player and great sounding tracks.
check_circleVerifiedAnother outstanding bass line from Simon, superb feel, sound and recording quality. Transformative and inspiring.
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Simon again came up with a creative, melodic yet spacious bass line with superb feel and attention to detail on transitional notes. He is always great to communicate with and delivers the work promptly. The recorded sound of his vintage Fender Precision is amazing. Thank you!
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Another great session from Simon. Tasteful and exactly what was needed. Thank you!
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Simon was a pleasure to work with. Superb vintage P-bass tone. Great feel and his choice of notes and rhythm really gave the track the drive and energy I was hoping for without 'overplaying'.
I was also very impressed how quickly Simon turned the job around. Thank you! 
check_circleVerifiedgreat & fast playing; superb tone
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Perfect first time! Simon transformed the whole song to a different level!
check_circleVerifiedQuick, superb recording quality and sublime playing. There are many reasons Simon is truly a legend.
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Simon always know what the track needs and delivers a perfect bass to it.
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Simon always deliver! Every time I work with him, I hardly change anything. And it just fits in the track perfectly. Looking forward to work with him again.
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Thoughtful parts, plays for the song, and great feel. Highly recommended!
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Always great tracks from Simon. Highly recommended!!
check_circleVerifiedSimon is a consummate pro. Quickly communicates and is always eager to to get started. Fantastic player and pro.
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Another fantastic session with Simon! Supreme bassist and one hell of a guy. Thank you, Simon! Look forward to more collaborations.
check_circleVerifiedSimon is a world class pro! Very eager to get started and performed beautifully. His instincts are remarkable and his tone and style was perfect! Thank you, Simon!
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Nailed it again!!... Simon is my go to bass player, his tone, sense of timing & understanding of the song are top notch. I would definitely recommend him for anyone wanting a professional bass player for their song. Turnaround is always speedy. he is a lovely guy too! can't wait for the next one!!
check_circleVerifiedHe did an excellent job! Easy to work with. Thank you!
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Simon is an absolute Professional!!
He delivered a thumpingly brilliant bass track, studio quality recording with great tone, his timing is just impeccable!
Can't wait to work with him on the next one... 
check_circleVerifiedgreat job again with Simon, beautiful tones and superb playing.
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Had a great first session with Simon, He's a terrific player and nailed the part first time with little or no prompting. Highly recommend.
Interview with Simon Edwards
Q: Is there anyone on SoundBetter you know and would recommend to your clients?
A: Quite a number of people. But I will highlight Chuck Sabo who is the grooviest of drummers
Q: What do you like most about your job?
A: The variety of talented people I work with and playing the groove
Q: How would you describe your style?
A: Creative. Economical. Groovy
Q: Can you share one music production tip?
A: At the risk of being repetitive; listen
Q: What type of music do you usually work on?
A: A wide variety of music. Quite often song based material of all different styles
Q: What's your strongest skill?
A: Listening
Q: What do you bring to a song?
A: A great bass part can bring out the heart of a song. It has the ability to change the emotion of a moment by the simple shifting of a note. Creating tension and release. I like to think of the bass as musical architecture. Shaping and sculpting the music.
Q: What's your typical work process?
A: Firstly to talk with the artist/producer and get a sense of the musical style and sonic world of the music. Discuss if there are particular sections or other parts to highlight. Then play !
Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: I have a Protools set up with an RME interface and Neve and API preamps and EQ. Radial DI and Drawmer valve compression. I have both solid state and vintage valve bass amps and Vintage and modern AKG, Neumann, SE and Beyer microphones. Tannoy and Eve monitoring.
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: Musicians who listen and are empathetic to the artist and material
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: I work with artists/ producers and provide creative and supportive bass parts
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I like to discuss and agree a price that will allow for 1 revision/ revisit. Once the job has been funded, I will provide an mp3 rough mix and after approval the full quality WAV files will be sent.
- '64 Fender Precision. '65 Hofner Club. '67 Guild Starfire. '65 Danelectro Longhorn. SEI Bass 5 string. American Standard Fender Jaguar. '69 Ampeg Baby Bass. Guitaron. Sentir. Neve
- API
- Neumann
- AKG
- Beyer
