Archive for January 2026 - Page 4
Michael League Explores New Rhythmic Ground on “Elipsis” with Antonio Sánchez and Pedro Martinez
Snarky Puppy bassist Michael League releases "Elipsis," a six-song trio album with Antonio Sánchez and Pedro Martinez blending deep-rooted traditions, improvisation, and global rhythm.
Inside the Stambaugh Designs Duo Switcho: A Double-Neck 8-String/4-String Bass With Retro Roots
A deep dive into the Stambaugh Designs Duo Switcho, a bold double-neck 8-string/4-string bass inspired by ’60s Harmony guitars, built with inventive switching and custom details throughout.
Stripped to the Groove: Derek Frank’s Bass and Drums Take on I Heard It Through the Grapevine
Derek Frank sits deep in the pocket on Grapevine, pairing great time with a vintage P bass and some of the best gear in the room.
Cort Introduces the GB Short Scale Bass With Markbass Electronics
Cort expands its GB lineup with the new GB Short Scale bass, featuring a 30-inch scale, roasted maple neck, Powersound humbucker, and Markbass MB-1 preamp. Debuts at NAMM with a $449 street price.
Giveaway: Free No Treble x LK Straps Leather Bass Strap
Enter to win a free No Treble x LK handmade leather strap. Follow No Treble and LK Straps on Instagram and submit your email to enter.
Weekly Top 10: Fender’s Lavender Haze Jazz Bass, 2026 Squier Updates, and This Week’s Must-See Bass Clips
Gear news ramps up ahead of NAMM with Fender’s Lavender Haze Jazz Bass and 2026 Squier refreshes, plus standout bass clips from Kinga Głyk, Pino Palladino, Oteil Burbridge, and more.
The Bass Magazine Awards Return This Week Remember John Patitucci’s Standout 2024 Performance
John Patitucci leads an all star band at the Bass Magazine Awards in a performance that highlights musical interplay and tone.
MonoNeon Reunites With George Clinton for “Bottom Feeder,” Featuring Grandma Liz
MonoNeon teams up with George Clinton on the new single “Bottom Feeder,” a surreal P-Funk-inspired track featuring a heartfelt chorus from MonoNeon’s grandmother, Grandma Liz.
Walrus Audio Teams Up With Ian Martin Allison for the Mantle Bass Preamp/DI
Walrus Audio partners with Ian Martin Allison to introduce the Mantle, a premium analog bass preamp and DI featuring custom transformers, precision EQ, and studio-grade tone shaping.
George Porter Jr. Leads Funky Meters 2.0 Through a Deep-Groove Set at NOLA Funk Fest 2025
Funky Meters 2.0 keep it loose and alive at NOLA Funk Fest 2025, with George Porter Jr. reminding us why he is funk royalty.
Harley Benton to Close U.S. Reverb Store, Ending Direct U.S. Distribution
Harley Benton has announced it will close its U.S. Reverb Store on January 31st, ending direct U.S. distribution amid economic challenges.
Pino Palladino Joins Dave Grohl and John Mayer for Ed Sheeran’s “Drive”
Ed Sheeran hit Jimmy Kimmel Live with an all-star band, but Pino Palladino’s bass is what makes Drive feel so good