Top 10 Bass Gear Stories for March 2025: Marcus Miller & Sire’s New Bass Takes Center Stage

March turned out to be an exciting month for bass gear news, and as always, No Treble readers led the charge by generating tons of views and sparking great discussions around the latest bass gear.

Leading the pack is the new release from Marcus Miller and Sire – the headless, multi-scale M6 Bass. Other standout stories include Gibson reviving the legendary Tobias brand with updated Classic, Killer B, and Growler models, as well as a unique semi-hollow bass collaboration between Michael League and Nik Huber.

Whether you’re looking for limited edition instruments like Warwick’s 2025 Streamer series or affordable gear like Harley Benton’s MSB-5, this roundup highlights March’s most talked-about bass gear releases.

Here are your top 10 bass gear stories for March 2025.

1. Headless and Multi-Scale: Marcus Miller’s Newest Sire Bass Defies Tradition

The new Sire Marcus Miller M6 Headless bass redefines balance and playability with a multi-scale neck, lightweight build, and versatile tone controls.

2. A Tribute to 30 Years: Vintage’s Limited Edition VJ74 Bass Arrives in British Racing Green

Vintage marks its 30th anniversary with a limited edition VJ74 bass, featuring design details inspired by classic models from their ReIssued Series.

3. Tobias Basses Return: New Classic, Killer B, and Growler Models from Gibson

The Tobias brand returns under Gibson with the new Classic, Killer B, and Growler models, each offered in both four- and five-string versions.

4. Three Pickups, Five Strings: Reverend’s Triad 5 Bass Expands Tonal Possibilities

Reverend Guitars unveils the Triad 5, a 5-string bass with three Jazz Bomb pickups, premium tonewoods, and a sleek design for versatile, dynamic playing.

5. Warwick’s Latest Streamer Basses: What to Know About the 2025 Limited Edition

Warwick unveils its 2025 Limited Edition Streamer basses, available in Masterbuilt and Teambuilt models. See what's new in this year's exclusive lineup.

6. Nik Huber & Michael League Collaborate on a Semi-Hollow Bass with a Twist

Michael League and Nik Huber join forces to create a signature semi-hollow bass with a stunning swamp ash design and a custom Curtis Novak pickup.

7. Barefaced Audio Unveils First Active Bass Cabinet – Compact Power with 200W Onboard

Barefaced Audio unveils its first active bass cabinet, the Activier One10T, packing 200W of onboard power into a lightweight, gig-ready design.

8. Schecter and Charles Berthoud Expand Signature Bass Series with a 6-String Model

Charles Berthoud's signature bass line grows with the Schecter CB-6, a sleek 6-string model featuring a 35" scale, EMG pickups, and a deep cutaway.

9. Ashdown’s New Studio-4 Bass Amp: A Battery-Powered Practice Rig for Bassists on the Go

Ashdown's Studio-4 is a battery-powered, 3-watt bass amp with a 4" speaker, Bluetooth, and a tiny 2.2-lb frame—perfect for practicing anywhere.

10. Harley Benton’s New MSB-5 Bass Brings Multi-Scale Design to the Masses for $299

A budget-friendly multi-scale bass? Harley Benton’s MSB-5 offers a 5-string design, active/passive electronics, and premium specs—all at an entry-level price.