Fender, Dingwall, and Peavey Highlight June 2025’s Top New Bass Gear

June was hopping with new bass gear as companies released their summer lineups. Fender topped the list of our most-read stories for the month with the introduction of their 2025 Squier Classic Vibe models and a signature bass for Khruangbin bassist Laura Lee. Phil Jones released the lightweight C-17 bass cab, while Dingwall launched the SP1 with fanned frets and a quad-tone control. After teasing it last year, Peavey has finally reintroduced the Cirrus Bass with upgraded VFL humbuckers while retaining the design’s exotic hardwoods and 35-inch scale.

Other standouts include the Line 6 Helix Stadium series, the Duesenberg Chris Chaney Signature bass, Mayfly’s all-analog Sunset bass pedal, Nordsrand’s handmade Acinonyx V, and Audiofab’s Frequency Distiller. Scroll on for the top ten new bass gear stories for June 2025.

1. Fender Unveils 2025 Squier Classic Vibe Bass Lineup with Telecaster and Jazz Models

Fender’s 2025 Squier Classic Vibe basses include Telecaster and Jazz designs with vintage aesthetics, modern features, and multiple finish choices.

2. Fender and Khruangbin’s Laura Lee Collaborate on Stylish Limited Edition Jazz Bass

The new Fender Laura Lee Jazz Bass pairs vintage aesthetics with DiMarzio pickups, honoring the Khruangbin bassist’s distinctive tone and style.

3. Phil Jones Bass Debuts the 13-Pound C-17 Cabinet, Built for Tone and Travel

Phil Jones Bass introduces the C-17, a compact 13 lb. cabinet with a 7” woofer and 3” tweeter, offering portability and tone in a Seafoam Green finish.

4. Dingwall SP1 Bass Arrives with Fanned-Frets, Quad-Tone Control, and Classic Style

The new Dingwall SP1 bass features a multi-scale neck, Quad-Tone control system, and dual pickups, offering tonal range with vintage styling.

5. Peavey Cirrus Bass Returns for 2025 with VFL Electronics and Exotic Wood Tops

Peavey's flagship Cirrus Bass is back for 2025, featuring upgraded VFL electronics, exotic wood tops, and a neck-through design.

6. New from Line 6: Helix Stadium Series Packs Pro-Grade Control into Touchscreen Floor Units

Line 6 introduces the Helix Stadium series, expanding its flagship line with new amp and effects processors for stage and studio use.

7. Duesenberg Launches Chris Chaney Signature Bass With Custom Inlays, Vintage Style, and Limited Distressed Model

Duesenberg and Chris Chaney unveil a signature bass with vintage-inspired specs, symbolic inlays, and a limited edition distressed black finish.

8. MayFly Sunset Is an All-Analog Bass Amp Simulator Built for Studio and Stage

The MayFly Sunset is an all-analog bass amp simulator pedal with zero latency, full EQ control, and DI outputs for both live performance and studio use.

9. Nordstrand Launches Acinonyx V: Short Scale Five-String With PolyVox Pickup and Custom Shop Build

Nordstrand introduces the Acinonyx V, a short scale five-string bass featuring a PolyVox pickup and custom shop build by Carey Nordstrand.

10. Audiofab’s Frequency Distiller Delivers Alembic-Style Filters for Bassists

Inspired by the Alembic SF-2, Audiofab’s Frequency Distiller gives bassists dual filters, clean blend control, and a wide frequency range.