Archive for 2026 - Page 19

Acme Sound founder Andy Lewis has suspended cabinet production and is searching for someone interested in taking over the longtime bass gear company.

Kiesel’s Antares Bass leads this week’s most-read stories, alongside new Winzz basses, Bootsy Collins, Becky Baldwin, and more.

Christian McBride, Warren Wolf, Sheléa, Joe Farnsworth, and Emmet Cohen deliver a spirited two hour performance rooted in straight ahead jazz and swing.

P-Funk bassist Lige Curry joins Mane Custom Bass for the KJ5 Standard, a 35-inch five-string with Jazz pickups and a three-band EQ.

Harley Benton’s new PB-62 and JB-62 Aged Series basses feature hand-worn finishes, alder bodies, Alnico pickups, and light or heavy aging for just $238.

Stick Men’s “Komodo” pairs Tony Levin’s Chapman Stick with dense rhythms, sharp turns, and a striking performance setting ahead of the trio’s new album.

Damian Erskine has launched three BassEducation apps for musicians, including a versatile metronome, tuner, and customizable ear trainer.

Kiesel unveils the five-string Antares Bass with aggressive styling, two pickup configurations, a Darkglass preamp, and a removable body counterweight.

Dogstar brings “Joy” to Apple Music Radio with Keanu Reeves on bass, delivering a focused performance powered by a Fender PJ bass and a Gallien Krueger rig.

Tony Iommi announces "From the Dark," his first solo album in 21 years, featuring Mercyful Fate bassist Becky Baldwin and vocalist Jorn Lande throughout.

Origin Effects unveils the EQDELUXE, a Pultec-inspired analog EQ and drive pedal with low-end boost and cut controls, saturation, and high headroom for bass.

Meshell Ndegeocello joins Norah Jones for intimate performances and shares the story behind an old bass that may once have belonged to Jaco Pastorius.