Metallica ORION - Ten Levels Of Difficulty (Solo Bass Cover) 

Level 11: Bass Solo Take One

Somewhere Cliff is like "I told those guys I should have played all those parts"

This whole cover had more bass that the entire justice for all album

I saw Cliff in concert in 1986 (yeah I'm old) and I guarantee you he would be blown away by this performance. Amazing display of skill, Charles. You ROCK!

I didnt know you named your fingers cliff, kirk and James.

Wait... what just happened? Look.. I have been a bass player and a huge metallica fan, more specifically a huge Cliff Burton fan my entire life. I have never seen or heard anything near this amazing ever in my life. I am going to need this to be played at my funeral.. Right before Pink Floyd's "The Great Gig in the Sky". This was one of the most interesting, amazingly beautiful, creative and brilliant things I have ever heard. You my friend have just earned the first comment I have made on a RU-vid video in years. Well done. You are a genius, without question one of the most fascinating musicians I have ever seen play. Thank you for that!! Wow.. Holy shit! I am going to watch that a few more times. Cliff would be very happy about this.

do two different people live inside your arms?

I felt like this video really show cases the outrageous heights of skill Charles has reached. Most guitar songs I think OK, if I spend a while I'll be able to learn them, but this just feels totally beyond impossible. Astounding playing and a magnificent arrangement, bravo!

Cliff probably would've loved to see this

Me: **thinks I'm good for being able to play all of Orion on bass** Charles: **plays the 3 instruments at once**

"honey, where's Charles?" "He's in his room playing with himself again".

Ok. I am a musician. And I am a Metallica fan. And I have never EVER seen or heared anything like this before... I mean I am speechless.... Woooow....

This. Was. Absolutely. Amazing. I saw Cliff play the last UK gig before his death. He would be honoured. You have serious talent.

I was 15 when Master was released, Metallica was already my favorite band, and Orion quickly became my favorite song. I played it for my dad one day, telling him it was my favorite song, and he was shocked that it had no lyrics/vocals. I'm not going to say he liked it, but he stayed in the room until the end of the song. I'll always remember that, weird how those little things stick with you over the years. Amazing performance, I think you honor the memory of Cliff with this piece. Thanks for sharing your talent.

Looks like a Piano player on Bass! Musicians are just off the charts these days. One word.....BRAVO!

I'm sat here going "No f**king way" over and over. The hours and hours of practise to get anywhere near this good make this even more impressive. Just wow.

My closest friend and I used to jam on this song (specifically the waltz) every day for years, about 25 years ago. He just recently passed away unexpectedly. We were in the beginning stages of resurrecting our jam days and recording a cover of it. I'm very critical of covers of this song. This was astounding. Job well done. I shed a few tears.

Are we all just gonna ignore that he played the bass solo with one hand

Back in the day of RU-vid this would've gotten 1M views.

Cliff's songwriting and musical theory knowledge were such an underrated part of what made that era of Metallica truly legendary. His songwriting worked in so much classical influence that James and Lars just don't have. I love the consciously progressive spng structures and pute aggression of Justice, but when Cliff died an extremely significant piece of wbat made Metallica special went with him. His skill on his instrument speaks for itself, but Jason and Rob are exceptional players in their own right. His songwriting was what truly elevated the band.

2:20 its crazy how this almost sounds like Mozart, Cliff was such a gem

This is so much better when you remember that Cliff originally wanted to play the whole interlude on bass by himself

Orion is my fav bass solo period not just Metallica. The highest praise I can give you would be to say if Cliff was alive to see this he would have been as mesmerized as I was. RIP Cliff Burton

It's seriously like watching a world class concert pianist on a bass, incredibly well done 👏

So the "celtic triplets" on a single fret with multiple fingers tapping-like a pianist playing the same key a bunch, but somehow even harder-dude you're insane.

As an aspiring bassist, Orion quickly became my favorite Metallica song when i first heard it. Cliff Burton is definitely my favorite bassist and biggest inspiration. This cover was incredible, wow.

I don’t understand what it is I practice for nearly 30 minutes like every few months or so and this guy is still just so much better than me.

As a lifelong bassist, and fan of Cliff Burton specifically, that was absolutely fantastic. 🤘🏼

"Orion" first brought me to tears when I first saw "Cliff 'em All" on VHS, and they used it as the background music to the photo montage of Cliff at the end of it. I absolutely loved "Orion" prior to that moment, but ever since then it changed me and how I perceived it. Cliff was incredible, and his musicianship was legendary. Thank you, Charles, for this terrific arrangement. Well done.

Such a classic in the Metallica catalog, and a great tribute to the late great Cliff Burton! Amazing as always my man!

Orion, is one of my favorite instrumentals ever created to this day.

I love how level 2 is playing 2 different musicians parts. You're on a whole different level and I hope you get all the praise and recognition you deserve.

As an old school Metallica fan, I am just so happy to be alive here in the future, just to see things like this.

Why is your channel so underrated? This one was absolutely e p i c c

Here's one for you from a 46 year old "former Metallica fan" too haha....wait....stop....1st, that was pretty badass...gotta say. Heres my vote for another. Call of Ktulu...

Fantastic Arrangement. Cliff Was First Bassist I Followed And Felt The Style Of Hi Playing to My Core. First Song I Learned Was For Whom the Bell Tolls as 12 Years Old On A Kay Starter Series 3/4 Scale Bass....LOL. I Still Play And Love His Bass Lines, 35 Years later, I Still Feel Each Of His Notes With Spirit. Rock On Charles, Great Tribute to Cliff And One I'll Be Listening to many More times....BASS-CLEF-LIFE

You are, in my opinion, the most talented bassist on planet Earth. This is probably an understatement, as your reign likely extends further than our cozy little rock...

Not even kidding... you’re probably in the top 10 best living bassists.

I have seen Charles play Orion, i can die happy now

This is one of the most beautifull things i've ever heard. For someone that had such a short life, Cliff is still such a big influence.

The funniest part, is that the level 10 was the "easiest" thing that he played in this video

My jaw was dropped this whole video. WOW. Amazing.

Incredible. Truly incredible. The arrangement, the chops, the everything.

Dude that was the BEST Orion cover! Cliff would love it!

"You all know Cliff Burton over here? Everyone, Hi Cliff, How ya doing?" JH -Day on the Green 8/31/85

Level 1-9: Mind. Blown. Level 10: OK, now you’re just showing off! Awesome work. Cliff is smiling in the afterlife.

2:20 this part is so beatiful. There is something naive yet very profund in that melody.

You know. When I first heard Orion, it didn't take me much to decide that, if there's a song to be played, this is the song that's gonna be played at my funeral. That was 4 years ago, back in summer 2016. I haven't changed my choice ever since. It also marked the start of my interest in bass. I looked up Cliff's clean bass track (without the other instruments), and have listened to it more times than I can rememeber. I also learned that Cliff originally played the piano and that this also influenced his playing style. As someone who also plays the piano, I found this wonderful. And I started loving bass, realising that a whole world was opening up before me. I started actively looking for basslines in music and realised just how much of an impact a good bass line can have on the piece of music. I started getting better audio equipment and now I just couldn't imagine to enjoy music without solid bass (at least where it's expected). While I may not start playing bass myself, I certainly have started to feel a desire to pick it up. It's just, that I have just enough time for one instrument, and I do love playing piano with all my heart, but thanks to Cliff, seeing how playing piano can affect how you play bass, I want to believe that I at least have bass in my heart. All of these emotions welled up within me after hearing your solo bass cover. It's a wonderful arrangement for possibly one of my favourite pieces of music of all time and wonderfully captured the spirit that I love so much about this piece. Thank you so much for this.

Came back to watch this again. Still blows my mind. Cliff’s legacy and I like to think he’s smiling broadly. Outstanding. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

I was also a Metallica fanatic at one point and this song is a masterpiece, you’ve once again blown me away with your mastery, truly phenomenal.

When you realize that level 10 is more easy than the lower levels lmao

Basically he’s almost graduated to piano But seriously - excellent player, great taste and touch

Incredibly beautiful. It blows my mind how musicians brains work.

This is by far the best Orion cover i've ever seen. Excellent job,wish i could see more of this 💪

Charles amazing So glad it wasn't sponsored by Raid

Metallica should definitely see this. That was so well done 👏🏻

I’ve seen Metallica twice, once in Kansas City and once in Cleveland and it was dope! I saw a lot of songs I didn’t think I would here live. Fade to black, Shortest straw, ride the lightning, motorbreath, hit the lights the list goes on and on lol I fuckin love Metallica!

That's definitely the most talented cover ever. Your skills are just on a different planet. Good job Charles.

No one: Charles: *benches basses and bakes strings*

This song still gives me chills, and remembering Cliff while hearing you play this brings me to tears. He is still the best bassist of all time a musical genius taken way too soon.

Orion is in my opinion, the best heavy metal instrumental ever written. You Sir, did an outstanding tribute to Cliff.

Most people: I’m in a band Him: I AM the band

I've watched your channel grow since Davie 504 introduced us to you. You have done so well for yourself, atta boy. Your playing is incredible. Your version of Orion was the straw that broke the camel's back and I could no longer refrain from sending you this congratulatory comment. Well done lad.

i've always said i want orion played at my funeral...this version will do just fine

When Charles does a better job tapping out cliff's solo than I do when trying to play it normally.

Dude, you might be the best bass player I've ever seen. I don't usually care for or listen to/watch ANY bass arrangements of ANYTHING. But since I saw your MAD World cover I've been loving your shit bro. Good work.

Cliff would be proud to hear such masterful interpretation.

Charles, you're incredible, I couldn't play that bass solo even with two hand, and you can do it with just one, you're amazing

This is one of the best things that has ever popped up in my “recommended videos” ... Like ever!

Hands down...the best Metallica song of their entire catalog! Orion is an epic masterpiece!

i love this so much i cant stop watching it

Q: Do you want to play the guitar or the bass? A: Yes.

Please please please PLEASE MAKE A SOLO ARRANGEMENT FOR “ONE”!!

No one: Charles: puts on a filter that literally makes him glow like a deity

Saw them at Boston Calling just a little while ago, and hearing this literally makes me tear up a little. Love Orion, amazingly done!

Mannnnn, that’s was the best Orion cover ever. Hands down.

Masterfully played. Also a reminder of why metallica has every right being considered one of the best heavy metal bands ever

As a bass player, I am AMAZED at what I just witnessed. Charles, you are absolutely incredible! I am just in awe of your skill. Rock on, Im subscribing!

Level one: "I can do that." Levels two through nine: "I have never been able to do that, have tried for years, and never will be able to!" Level ten: "I could do that." Funny how different techniques are more or less difficult to each individual.

3:21 Just 3:21 OMFG!!! Never mind all the awesome that led into it and followed it. It's not just a bunch of quick notes. Listen closely. He changes the phrasing while doing the lick.

This is a sacred Metallica song for me. I am very leery when I see someone attempts a "version" of it. Very well done... Im sure if he were alive today, Cliff would be fascinated by you and your skills and appreciate your rendition.

It doesn't get any better !

He's such a legend that he is literally playing with two hands like a piano player on a bass!

this is so far beyond human ability my eyes refused and my brain failed to accept what I was seeing

When the level 2 play started,I was like,, "Wait,if this is jst level 2,what would be a pro play sound like",, The answer is Charles. Great playing

Yo, WTF ... I can't even rap my brain around how you can play different parts on both hands like that. That's nuts.

Charles being sponsored by WIRELESS earbuds? BLASPHEMY!!!

Holy Moly!!!!!! Ive bever heard someone playing both guitar parts and bass parts on the bass!!!!!!!

I am floored Thank you for taking me back to those early Metallica years

Are you… are you kidding me right now?? That was one of the most remarkable things I have ever had the privilege to witness. Absolute 🔥

This is not just technically amazing but also beautiful and heartfelt. Great job!

Outstanding. Not the biggest Metallica fan, but I’m becoming a *major* Berthoud fan.

Absolutely unbelievably good, really should not be possible!

You wipe the floor with any Metallica tribute of any sort on earth. I hope the band saw this !!!!! My heads caved in !

Watching that made me feel like my bass playing is equivalent to "clapping with one hand"! Amazing job! I need to go practice...

Thank you for paying tribute to Cliff in a way I always wished I could, but never had the patience, talent or drive to manage to do. He was taken from us too soon, but he left an indelible legacy, a mark on musical history that ought not be forgotten by all who play Bass. Though he may not have been the greatest to play the 4 string, none can deny his contributions, and I hope one day others will come to hold you in the same high regard as him.

4:13 In high school, my speakers would be maxed for this part in my first car. Sounded amazing with a pair of alpines in the hatch, I truly miss those speakers, and fondly remember those summer days blasting Metallica, Anthrax, Trivium, and the like!

Wow. That has got to be one of the most impressive covers of Orion I've ever seen. And I am a huge Metallica fan, especially from the Cliff-era. Well done.

That bass tone at the end is killer.

You are incredible Charles Berthoud;it's amazing!Without CLIFF BURTON,metallica would never played something as beautiful !