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Maximizing Resonance with the Bow
The Lowdown with Dr. D

Maximizing Resonance with the Bow

If you play the bass long enough you’ll hear someone talking about making a “resonant” sound. When we are searching for a resonant sound we are attempting to create an unrestricted sound, one with some “depth,” where the strings and the bass itself both vibrate freely. Obviously, some basses vibrate more easily than others. These tend to be the more...

Antonin Rubatat & Romain Chenard: Hungry Beats – Vol. 3
Bass Videos

Antonin Rubatat & Romain Chenard: Hungry Beats – Vol. 3

The first video we shared by bassist Antonin Rubatat and drummer Romain Chenard was a big hit. Here’s another from their “Hungry Beats” series – “Vol. 3”.

“Decade of Dio” Set Released
New Albums

“Decade of Dio” Set Released

The six albums metal’s Dio released from 1983 through 1993 have been compiled as the box set, A Decade of Dio: 1983-1993. During that decade, the band, fronted by former Black Sabbath/Rainbow singer, the late Ronnie James Dio, featured several bassists: founding bassist Jimmy Bain (Rainbow), who died in January of this year, as well as Teddy Cook, and toward...

Weekly Top 10: Talking Triads, New Bass Gear, On Harmony, Chuck Rainey’s Life in Music, New Videos and More
Weekly Top 10

Weekly Top 10: Talking Triads, New Bass Gear, On Harmony, Chuck Rainey’s Life in Music, New Videos and More

Happy Sunday. Time to celebrate another week from the world of bass. Here are the top 10 No Treble reader favorites for the week of July 16-22, 2016. Thanks for reading, watching, commenting and sharing. 1. Cody Wright and Andy Irvine: Funky Bass Jam Cody Wright joined Andy Irvine for this bass jam on Andy’s The Daily Funk Club. Cody...

Karl Clews: The Pink Panther Theme (Solo Bass Arrangement and Transcription)
Bass Videos

Karl Clews: The Pink Panther Theme (Solo Bass Arrangement and Transcription)

Karl Clews shared another one of his terrific solo bass arrangements with us, and this time he’s also offering the transcription. In this video, Karl tackles Henry Mancini’s “The Pink Panther Theme” on his Status Graphite Kingbass. Check it out and grab the transcription from Karl’s website.

Hal Leonard Releases Book on Scales Over Chords
Sheet Music & Instruction

Hal Leonard Releases Book on Scales Over Chords

Hal Leonard Corp. has published the “Bassist’s Guide to Scales Over Chords: The Foundation of Effective Bass Lines.” The book looks at how to apply scales in a musical way, which is essential knowledge for those learning how to create and improvise bass lines and solos. The book, which covers 11 scales and features 136 audio tracks and 17 extended...

Jesús Rico Pérez: Blue Orleans (Michael Manring Cover)
Bass Videos

Jesús Rico Pérez: Blue Orleans (Michael Manring Cover)

About three years ago, Jesús Rico Pérez shared a cover he did of Michael Manring’s “Come With Me, My Love”. Manring was impressed. Jesús has a new Manring cover, this time performing “Blue Orleans”, which appeared on Manring’s 1989 album, Toward the Center of the Night.

Katie Theroux Appears on Mike Jones Trio Album
New Albums

Katie Theroux Appears on Mike Jones Trio Album

Katie Thiroux, known for 2015 debut album Introducing Katie Thiroux, and her Katie Thiroux Quartet, is also part of the Mike Jones Trio, which has released its second album, Roaring. The trio includes Thiroux, Jones and drummer Matt Witek, who also plays in the Katie Thiroux Quartet. Roaring features Jones’ take on 1920’s standards and his sound may be familiar...

Levy’s Leathers Introduces Ryder Strap
Accessories & Strings

Levy’s Leathers Introduces Ryder Strap

Levy’s Leathers had introduced the Ryder Strap, which they call an old classic reborn. The design is known for its use by rockabilly artists. Its 1-inch wide strap is fitted with an adjustable pad for comfort. The strap is made entirely from veg-tan leathers with two contrasting colors and orange saddle stitching for visual appeal. It can be adjusted from...

Bass Players To Know: Norbert Putnam
Bass Players To Know

Bass Players To Know: Norbert Putnam

There’s something special about overturning the rocks of musical history and revealing the identity of a bass player to know. It’s a treasured moment of discovery, a series of lines connecting the dots, and a great reason to be inspired by our instrument and those who have played it best. This Bass Players to Know column features Norbert Putnam, a...

Zander Zon: The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
Bass Videos

Zander Zon: The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim

Zander Zon has tackled something new in his latest video – his first ever video game theme. In this video, Zander plays his solo bass arrangement for the theme for the game “The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim”.

Preston Glasgow Lowe Releases Debut Album
New Albums

Preston Glasgow Lowe Releases Debut Album

Jazz fusion trio Preston Glasgow Lowe has released its self-titled debut album. The Glasgow portion of the band name comes from Scottish bassist Kevin Glasgow, known for his work on a six-string electric bass. The trio’s music melds complex riffs with intense rhythms. “We’ve been shaping this music together for some time, and have received some great reactions at gigs,”...