Bass Gear Roundup: The Top Gear Stories in June 2022
June was a big month for bass gear news, thanks to the rescheduled NAMM Show.
Here are the top 10 most-read gear stories we published over the month.
1. Mesa/Boogie Unveils the Subway D-350 Bass Amp
Mesa/Boogie has added a new stop on the Subway. Their lightweight bass amp series has expanded to include the D-350, which is the smallest and lightest bass amp in Mesa history. The 350-watt, 3.1-pound head is also their most affordable.
2. Jackson Introduces X-Series CBXNT DX V Bass
One of the most talked-about basses from NAMM 2021 was the Jackson CBXNT DX IV, which seemingly draws on several vintage basses with Jackson’s own spin. For NAMM 2022, they rolled out the five-string version of it.
3. ESP Introduces New Tomasz “Orion” Wróblewski Signature Bass
ESP launched sixteen new bass models this year including a new signature bass for Behemoth bassist Tomasz “Orion” Wróblewski. The Orion-4 features the company’s GB body shape built with swamp ash in a sandblasted black finish.
4. EBS Announces the Reidmar 752 Bass Amp
EBS is on hand at NAMM 2022 to introduce a new bass amp called the Reidmar 752. The lightweight head delivers 750 watts at 2 ohms by way of a class-D amplifier. EBS says the amp offers solid tone with punch and clarity.
5. Silvertone Guitars to Reissue 1444 Bass
A piece of history is coming back to life as Silvertone Guitars has announced a reissue of the 1444 Bass. The model was the very first four-string electric bass offered by Sears in 1959 and was produced for seven years before being discontinued.
6. TC Electronic Introduces the Plethora X3 Pedal
TC Electronic has unveiled a new pedal in their Plethora series with the Plethora X3. The pedal carries all the same features of the X5 – including a flexible collection of effects – but pares it down to three slots instead of five.
7. Ashdown Engineering Unveils ABM EVO V 750 Bass Amp
Ashdown Engineering was on hand at NAMM to celebrate its 25th anniversary with new products including the latest iteration of their ABM series of bass amps. The ABM EVO V 750 is the sixth version of the line and has a few new tricks up its sleeve.
8. Reverend Guitars Celebrates 25th Anniversary with Limited Edition Decision P Bass
Reverend Guitars is celebrating 25 years in business by releasing three special anniversary edition instruments including a bass. The 25th Anniversary Decision P expands on their flagship bass design.
9. Dingwall Announces Limited Edition NG3 Bass
Dingwall Guitars was on hand at NAMM 2022 to show off a few basses including a new addition to their NG3 series. The new bass comes in a limited edition run featuring a Matte Celestial Blue finish for a retro vibe.
10. Dingwall Announces Limited Edition NG3 Bass
Dingwall Guitars was on hand at NAMM 2022 to show off a few basses including a new addition to their NG3 series. The new bass comes in a limited edition run featuring a Matte Celestial Blue finish for a retro vibe.
