Archive for March 2019 - Page 7

Time to roundup another great collection of bass videos. Here are the top 10 most watched videos on No Treble for the month of February 2019.

Joyo Audio has introduced the R-12 Band Controller. Made for both bass and guitar, the graphic EQ has ten frequency bands ranging from 31.25 Hz to 16 Hz. It also has a volume control for adjusting the overall output level.

This week we’re checking out a unique acoustic bass guitar built by luthier Oliver Jaggi called the BrummBass. Jaggi, who is a third-generation Swiss craftsman, created the bass around functional design elements.

The Metallica Project at Berklee is a project I’ve been checking out lately, thanks to their interesting arrangements of Metallica tunes. In this clip, the Berklee Global Jazz Ensemble performs their version of “I Disappear,” which features double bassist Grzegorz Wlodarczyk.

Saxophonist David Liebman hit it big when he joined Miles Davis in 1972 for the recording of the album “On The Corner.” Now, 47 years after the album’s recording, Liebman has gathered an incredible band to pay homage to the album - including Victor Wooten.

Bassist and No Treble contributor Ted Gould III (aka Blyss) has just published a new book called “The Blue-Collar Bassist: How To Get Gigs & Be The Player That Everyone Wants To Hire.” The 113-page book is full of real-world information on becoming a professional.

Reverend Guitars unveiled three new bass models at the NAMM Show this year with the Triad, the Raymond, and an updated version of their Decision. Each of the bolt-on basses is built with a five-piece roasted maple neck, korina body, and a boneite nut.

Drummer Robert Hau sent us this video of the bass and drums duo known as Purejoypeople, with bassist/vocalist Pure Joy. In this clip, they perform a cover of “Pursuit Of Happiness” by Kid Cudi.

Warwick’s Rockboard has announced the new Power Block power supply, which delivers power for up to 10 effects pedals. Built to save space, the Power Block measures up at 4.1?x2.4?x0.9? and weighs just five ounces.

Spector has reintroduced its Performer Series of basses with the Performer4. The budget-minded bass features a nato body inspired by their flagship body shape.

Vladimir Samardzic sent us this cool video of his solo bass arrangement of Bill Lee’s tune “Mo’ Better Blues,” from the Spike Lee movie of the same name. Vladimir changes things up throughout the tune with some great use of effects.

After announcing they’d be celebrating their 40th anniversary with a tour and album, the Stray Cats have unveiled their 2019 tour itinerary. The original trio of Brian Setzer, Slim Jim Phantom, and Lee Rocker will be playing around the world this summer.