“I don’t play with all four of my fingers, because I attach two of my fingers together… It changes the feel of the whole thing”: Khruangbin’s Laura Lee explains how her lack of technical bass training works in her favor

Laura Lee Ochoa of Khruangbin performs at the Outdoor Theatre during the 2024 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival at Empire Polo Club on April 21, 2024 in Indio, California.

Laura Lee has developed a distinct, melody-driven bass sound that clearly defines the Khruangbin sonic palette. Aside from her SX J-bass tone, a big part of her sound is her technique, which she developed without any technical training.

"I don’t play with all four of my fingers, because I attach two of my fingers together," Lee remarks in a recent interview with Premier Guitar.