Jean Baudin, known for his unique, dark, melodic compositions and versatile technique, is one of the world's most recognized bass players. The renowned bassist has performed solo bass shows and taught at clinics across the US, Asia and Europe, including some alongside bass legends Stu Hamm and Michael Manring.

Primarily self-taught, Baudin began playing the bass in 1985 and later received lessons from virtuoso guitarist Jason Becker (solo artist, member of David Lee Roth Band) and Marty Friedman (solo artist, guitarist for Megadeth). Baudin first received worldwide acclaim in the '90s as the founding member and creator of the underground California band Nuclear Rabbit and later Element of Surprise. Both bands showcased Baudin's phenomenal tapping, slapping, and fingerstyle bass playing, as well as his creative use of effect pedals.

Baudin also gained recognition for pioneering use of extended-range basses, basses with frequencies extending beyond the typical 4- or 5- string range. Baudin moved to a 6-string in 1996, a 9-string in 1999, and an 11-string in 2004. Working closely with luthiers as well as speaker cabinet companies, he helped them create instruments specialized to produce the highest quality sound for such a large range - including 3 strings lower than a normal bass and 4 higher strings. Baudin created a two-handed tapping style that fully utilizes this full range of low, deep bass notes, as well as high treble notes - enabling him to play multiple parts at once, similar to how a pianist can play a melody and a harmony or bassline at the same time. Adding effect pedals creates multiple layers, often dazzling listeners by how only one person is creating so much sound.

Baudin's solo bass videos on youtube have garnered more than 16 million views. His "Solace" solo bass debut CD is now available in either CD, mp3 download from www.jeanbaudin.com or worldwide from iTunes. The CD fully explores Baudin's diverse range and skill, including the delicate, clear innocence of "Vanishing," to the haunting sounds of "Frosty Acres" to the heavy, powerful "Krackatoa." The solo compositions were recorded by Baudin without overdubbing, so live performances bring these songs to life.