Best of 2021: The Top 10 Basses

One of the most popular categories on No Treble is the Bass Gear one. Specifically, new basses.

Of all the new basses we covered in 2021, here are the top 10 No Treble reader favorite stories for the year.

Sire Guitars Unveils P5 and D5 Passive Bass Models

1. Sire Guitars Unveils P5 and D5 Passive Bass Models

Sire Guitars is expanding their line of Marcus Miller basses this year with two new models, the P5 and the D5. Built upon the bass master’s preferences, both designs share some key features.
Squier Unveils the Affinity Series Jaguar Bass H

2. Squier Unveils the Affinity Series Jaguar Bass H

Squier has announced a few changes to its Affinity lineup for 2021 including three new finishes (Lake Placid Blue, Charcoal Frost Metallic, and Burgundy Mist) as well as a new bass: The Squier Affinity Series Jaguar Bass H.
Fender Celebrates 75 Years with Anniversary Basses

3. 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.
Fender Unveils Limited Edition Boxer Series Precision Bass

4. 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.
Charvel Unveils New Pro-Mod San Dimas Basses

5. 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.
Ibanez Adds Short Scale Models to EHB Headless Bass Lineup

6. 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.
Jackson Guitars Introduces the X Series Concert Bass CBXNT DX IV

7. 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.
Spector Introduces NS Dimension and NS Ethos Basses

8. 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.
Ernie Ball Music Man Unveils Winter 2021 Ball Family Reserve Lineup

9. Ernie Ball Music Man Unveils Winter 2021 Ball Family Reserve Lineup

Ernie Ball Music Man has unveiled the Winter 2021 edition of their Ball Family Reserve instruments, including one bass: The BFR Stingray 5 Special Fretless.
Breedlove Guitars Unveils Eco-Friendly Fretted and Fretless Acoustic Bass Guitars

10. Breedlove Guitars Unveils Eco-Friendly Fretted and Fretless Acoustic Bass Guitars

Breedlove Guitars has unveiled the ECO Pursuit series, including the Pursuit Exotic S Concerto Amber Bass CE, which comes in fretted and fretless versions. The ECO Series boasts three layers of tonewood that were sustainably harvested.

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  1. Dezz

    I saw Low End Lobster and friends reviews of the Jackson X Ric/Pbass copy and Charvel San Dimas basses in their recent rating of the top 3 basses of 2021 and the worst basses of 2021 on You Tube. Both of these basses were rated the worst. The sire P5 was also rated as one of the worst as well as a joke as one of the reviewers has had one on order for 8 months and they have no idea when they will arrive. Personally, I ordered a Sire U5 5 months ago and was told I would have a 2 week wait. It has been 5 months. As far as basses go, everyone has their own opinion but at least you can see their review and hear their comments why they voted that way. Happy New Year to No Treble!

  2. Ryan Kaldahl

    Lame… no Sechter basses. I’ll put my Stiletto 6 string w/ vampire red gloss finish. Up against these other anytime.