Bass Gear Roundup: The Top Gear Stories in November 2022
There were some big gear stories for the month of November based on reader views. Here is the top 10 bass gear list for the month of November 2022.
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1. Fender Launches MonoNeon Signature Jazz Bass V
Fender has teamed up with the ever-funky MonoNeon to introduce a signature five-string model for the bassist. The MonoNeon Jazz Bass V follows his aesthetic with a neon yellow and orange finish.
2. Harley Benton Introduces the MV-4JB Gotoh Bass
Harley Benton has added the MV-4JB Gotoh bass to their lineup, which takes its name from its upgraded Gotoh GB-7 tuners. The J-style bass is available in four finishes.
3. Darkglass Electronics Unveils Microtubes 200 and Alpha·Omega 200 Bass Amps
Darkglass Electronics has expanded its amp lineup with two new heads. The Microtubes 200 and Alpha·Omega 200 are the most compact versions of the amps in terms of size, weight, and power.
4. DiMarzio Introduces Relentless J Pair Bass Pickups
DiMarzio has improved and expanded on their Relentless line of pickups, which they created in collaboration with bass icon Billy Sheehan. Originally featuring a single split-coil model, the series now includes the Relentless P and the Relentless J.
5. Form Factor Audio Unveils New Guitar Stands
Form Factor Audio is expanding its product lineup from bass amps to include instrument stands. Made in California, the stands are built for both bass and guitar use.
6. Eventide Unveils the H90 Harmonizer Pedal
Eventide has launched a new flagship pedal with the H90 Harmonizer. Building upon their H9, the new unit features 62 effects with a comprehensive I/O and flexible routing for a wide palette of sounds.
7. Boss Introduces the SL-2 Slicer Pedal
Boss has reimagined the SL-20 Slicer into a more user-friendly pedal format called the SL-2 Slicer. The unit chops sound into unique percussive patterns with output options to create grooves in stereo, the company says.
8. Ernie Ball Launches 35th Anniversary StingRay 5 Bass
After unveiling the bass at NAMM 2022, Ernie Ball Music Man has now launched the 35th Anniversary StingRay 5. The company states that the model is a chance for them to reflect on the bass and its evolution over the last three and a half decades.
9. JET Pedals Introduces the Red Sea Pedal
JET Pedals has released the Red Sea, a new analog utility pedal that offers complex signal routing options. The routing matrix allows for stereo and mono signal options for live performance that the company says has only been found in a studio environment.
10. JET Pedals Introduces the Red Sea Pedal
JET Pedals has released the Red Sea, a new analog utility pedal that offers complex signal routing options. The routing matrix allows for stereo and mono signal options for live performance that the company says has only been found in a studio environment.
