Bass Gear Roundup: The Top Gear Stories in November 2020
Our final Gear Roundup of 2020 is here. In this one, we take a look back at the top 10 reader favorite bass gear stories from the month of November.
1. Ulrich BassDesign Introduces Retro 57 Bass
Ulrich BassDesign has unveiled a new line of basses called the Retro 57 Series. Handcrafted in their workshop in Germany, the basses are inspired by the instruments, cars, and lifestyle of the 1950s.
2. Ernie Ball Music Man Unveils Cliff Williams Icon Series StingRay Bass
AC/DC is back with a new album, complete with the classic lineup anchored by bassist Cliff Williams. Now, Ernie Ball Music Man is helping Williams celebrate with a limited-edition bass bearing his name.
3. Ampeg Announces Limited Edition Micro-VR Stack Bass Amp
Ampeg has unveiled a new limited edition version of their Micro-VR bass amp. The miniature stack stands out with a custom red Tolex covering and a black grille.
4. Spector Unveils NS Pulse Bass Guitar
Spector is launching a new line of instruments called the NS Pulse Series, and they’re kicking off the range with the NS Pulse. The bass features their flagship NS body shape and is described as representing the core of Spector’s iconic design.
5. EBS Unveils Stanley Clarke Signature Acoustic Preamp Pedal
EBS has collaborated with jazz bass legend Stanley Clarke to unveil the EBS Stanley Clarke Signature Acoustic Preamp. Designed with the double bass in mind, the two-channel preamp operates at a signal level equal to a professional mixing console.
6. Bergantino Announces the Forté D Bass Amplifier
Bergantino Amplification has once again expanded their Forté line of bass amps with a new model. The 800-watt Forté D builds upon the original version with the company’s Big Fat Tube (BFT) technology.
7. Markbass Unveils the Mark Vintage Pre Preamp Pedal
After previewing it at the NAMM Show earlier this year, Markbass has revealed the full details of the Mark Vintage Pre. A big part of the pedal’s creation came from a suggestion by Marcus Miller, who was looking for a compact recording unit.
8. Eastwood Guitars Announces the MRG Bass
Eastwood Guitars has unveiled the mandolin-inspired MRG Studio Series, which includes the new MRG Bass. The four-string bass features a short 30.5-inch scale and a mandolin-shaped semi-hollow body.
9. Aluminati Guitar Co. Introduces Andromeda Aluminum Bass Necks
Aluminati Guitar Co. has expanded its line of aluminum instrument parts with a new set of bass necks. The Andromeda Aluminum Bass Necks are built with a combination of aerospace-grade aluminum and carbon fiber with a “familiar weight and feel.”
10. Jackson Guitars Introduces X Series Signature David Ellefson 30th Anniversary Concert Bass CBX IV
Earlier this year, Jackson Guitars and David Ellefson introduced the X Series Signature David Ellefson 30th Anniversary Concert Bass CBX V. Now they’re following it up with a four-string version, dubbed the CBX IV.
