Weekly Top Ten: Cliff Burton’s New Bass, Fretless Wonders, and NAMM Grooves

It’s been a full week since we returned from NAMM, North America’s largest music trade show, and we’re still unpacking all of the great new bass gear. In our weekly roundup of the most-read articles on No Treble, you’ll find some of the incredible gear and magical performances from the event. That includes a new Cliff Burton bass from Aria, an astounding fretless Symphony bass from Stradi, and a groove clinic by Marcus Miller from the Sire Guitars booth.

Scroll on to get caught up on the most popular stories this week.

1. Cliff Burton’s Legacy Lives On With Aria Pro II SB-CLB Signature Bass

Aria Pro II pays tribute to Cliff Burton with the SB-CLB Signature Bass, recreating the tone and feel of his iconic Aria era.

2. Winter NAMM 2026: Stradi’s Fretless Symphony Bass Is a Masterclass in Craft and Storytelling

From gold-highlighted poplar burl to a fretless pale moon ebony board, Stradi’s Symphony bass stood out at Winter NAMM 2026.

3. At NAMM 2026, Marcus Miller Turns the Sire Booth into a Groove Clinic

Marcus Miller lit up the Sire booth at NAMM 2026 with a locked in performance that stopped traffic and cut through the chaos of the show floor.

4. 3 Fretting Hand Habits That Hold Bass Players Back (And How to Fix Them)

Learn the three most common fretting hand problems bass players face and how to fix them. Improve comfort, control, and efficiency with better technique.

5. Fodera Honors a Bass Icon With the Victor Wooten ’83 Monarch Standard

Fodera expands its Standard series with the Victor Wooten ’83 Monarch, honoring the bassist’s original 1983 instrument with modern refinements.

6. Watch Marcus Miller Join Primus for a Surprise Bass Moment at the Bass Magazine Awards

I was at the Bass Magazine Awards in Santa Ana earlier this week and I’m not even kidding when I say nothing topped Marcus Miller sitting in with Primus. I’ve been to my fair share of bass events but this was a different level of magic. The room was a who’s who of low end heroes and rising stars, and...

7. Charles Berthoud’s “THIS IS NOT A.I.” Is a Statement on Human Bass Virtuosity

Charles Berthoud’s new video keeps it human. Clean lines, big tone, and a reminder that great bass playing still comes from real hands.

8. Genzler Unveils Magellan ULV Series: Ultra-Light Vertical Bass Cabinets

The new Genzler Magellan ULV cabinets combine neodymium speakers, vertical design, and ultra-light construction for powerful, compact bass tone.

9. Native Instruments Enters Preliminary Insolvency Proceedings

Native Instruments has entered preliminary insolvency proceedings in Germany, with restructuring plans underway.

10. Tedeschi Trucks Band Fire Up 2026 With New Album “Future Soul” and Massive Tour

Tedeschi Trucks Band fire up a new chapter with Future Soul and an extensive North American tour in 2026.