Archive for June 2026 - Page 7
Inside Sweetwater Studios: Drum Mics, Bass Recording, and Studio Setup
We visited Sweetwater Studios for a look at the gear, workflow, and recording philosophy behind capturing great band performances.
Goose Announces Fall Tour Dates Behind New Album “Big Modern!”
Goose has announced a fall 2026 tour supporting their forthcoming album Big Modern!, with Trevor Weekz laying down the groove on “Good2B.”
Trickfish Unveils the L212, a Lightweight 800-Watt 2×12 Bass Cabinet
Trickfish’s new L212 bass cabinet pairs two Lavoce 12-inch neodymium drivers in a compact, lightweight 800-watt enclosure.
New Jazz Underground’s “23” Highlights the Exceptional Upright Bass Playing of Sebastian Rios
The sax, drums, and upright bass trio format shines in New Jazz Underground’s live performance of “23,” filmed in New York City.
Top 10 Reader-Favorite Bass Gear Stories of May 2026
Catch up on the most-read bass gear stories of May 2026, including new instruments, pedals, and standout low-end tools ranked by readers.
Blackbeard Guitars Brontolo Double Packs Modern Pickups Into a Vintage Relic
Blackbeard Guitars’ Brontolo Double is a short-scale Tele-style bass with a relic finish, poplar body, and neodymium pickups.
Tony Levin, Steve Vai, and Danny Carey Bring “Frame by Frame” Back to the Stage
BEAT breathes new life into King Crimson's "Frame by Frame," with bassist Tony Levin, Adrian Belew, Steve Vai, and Danny Carey delivering a fierce performance.
Ronald LaPread, Commodores Bassist Behind “Brick House,” Dies at 75
Ronald LaPread, founding bassist for the Commodores and the groove behind “Brick House,” has died at 75. We look back on his legacy.