(Virtual) NAMM 2021: All the Bass News

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If things were normal, the No Treble crew would be on the floor at the Winter NAMM Show today, for the 12th year in a row.

But it wasn’t meant to be.

This year’s show may be an unusual (and virtual) one, but the gear news is still coming in strong. As with prior years, we’ll be covering all the new bass gear.

Here’s the roundup so far, but be sure to check back as we cover more.

2021 NAMM Show Bass Gear News

EMG Unveils Les Claypool Signature Pickups, Adds Finishes to Trujillo Signature Pickups

EMG Unveils Les Claypool Signature Pickups, Adds Finishes to Trujillo Signature Pickups

EMG has expanded their line of pickup sets with the Les Claypool “Pachyderm Gold” pickup. The company also updated Robert Trujillo’s Rip Tide J pickups with three new finishes. Check out Claypool’s and Trujillo’s announcement and two-bass jam.
Ibanez Adds Short Scale Models to EHB Headless Bass Lineup

Ibanez Adds Short Scale Models to EHB Headless Bass Lineup

Last year, Ibanez turned heads with their new EHB headless design. Now they’ve taken the same idea and put it into a more compact size. The EHB1000S and the EHB1005SMS have all the same features as the EHB1000 but with shorter scales.
Phil Jones Bass Announces the PE-5 Bass Preamp

Phil Jones Bass Announces the PE-5 Bass Preamp

Phil Jones Bass has unveiled a new tool for bassists called the PE-5. The pedal-sized preamp features a five-band EQ with DI capabilities as well as a boost function. Of course, Jones puts in plenty of details to make the unit stand apart.
Sandberg Guitars Launches Martin Mendez Signature Bass

Sandberg Guitars Launches Martin Mendez Signature Bass

Sandberg Guitars has announced the latest in their artist series with a signature model for Opeth and White Stones bassist Martin Mendez.
Aguilar Announces DCB P and J Style Pickups

Aguilar Announces DCB P and J Style Pickups

Aguilar has blended their DCB pickup design into traditional shapes with the new DCB 4P, 4J, 5J, and 4PJ pickups. The dual ceramic bar style introduces a “new and unique voice for Jazz and Precision style basses,” they say.
Spector Introduces NS Dimension and NS Ethos Basses

Spector Introduces NS Dimension and NS Ethos Basses

Spector Musical Instruments is starting 2021 by launching two new series of basses: the NS Dimension and the NS Ethos. Both instruments are modern takes on their NS body shape with the Dimension featuring a multi-scale neck.
Jackson Guitars Introduces the X Series Concert Bass CBXNT DX IV

Jackson Guitars Introduces the X Series Concert Bass CBXNT DX IV

Jackson Guitars has announced a plethora of new instruments, but one has stood out for us the most. The X Series Concert Bass CBXNT DX IV seems to be an amalgamation of several vintage basses.
Aria Guitars Announces the Jet-B Bass

Aria Guitars Announces the Jet-B Bass

Aria Guitars has unveiled their new products for 2021 including the Jet-B model. Taking cues from its guitar counterpart, the new bass has a singlecut offset body and a 32-inch scale for easier playability.
Charvel Unveils New Pro-Mod San Dimas Basses

Charvel Unveils New Pro-Mod San Dimas Basses

After debuting some bass models from their custom shop at last year’s NAMM, Charvel has unveiled two new retrofied production basses with a Pro-Mod San Dimas Bass PJIV and the Pro-Mod San Dimas Bass JJV.
Fender Celebrates 75 Years with Anniversary Basses

Fender Celebrates 75 Years with Anniversary Basses

This year marks the 75th anniversary of Fender, and the company is celebrating with a special series of instruments to commemorate the occasion. The lineup includes Jazz Bass and Precision Bass models.
Gibson and Gene Simmons Announce G² Line, Including New Thunderbird Bass

Gibson and Gene Simmons Announce G² Line, Including New Thunderbird Bass

Gene Simmons has collaborated with Gibson on a joint venture called G², which will introduce a line of instruments across the guitar company’s Gibson, Epiphone, and Kramer brands.
Fender Unveils Limited Edition Boxer Series Precision Bass

Fender Unveils Limited Edition Boxer Series Precision Bass

Fender wrapped up 2020 with the introduction of the limited edition Boxer Series. Made in Japan, the lineup includes a Precision Bass model that comes in Sherwood Green Metallic or Torino Red.

More 2021 NAMM Coverage

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