Archive for 2026 - Page 6

Mesa/Boogie has introduced the Subway+ Bass DI-Preamp II, a compact bass preamp and DI pedal with a 40% smaller chassis, sweepable mids, hi-pass filter, and more.

Julian Lage’s trio delivers six tunes in 25 minutes, with Jorge Roeder digging in hard on upright and driving the energy throughout. (

Carlos Henriquez reimagines Thelonious Monk on "Monk Con Clave," blending jazz, Latin jazz, and Afro-Cuban rhythms with bold arrangements and standout bass lines.

Fender introduces the Vintera III Series, featuring new Jazz Bass, Precision Bass, and Bass VI models inspired by iconic ‘60s and ‘70s designs, with prices starting at $1,249.

Warren Haynes Band delivers more than two and a half hours from Amp Jam 2, with Kevin Scott laying down deep, steady grooves throughout.

A federal jury has found Live Nation and Ticketmaster liable for anticompetitive conduct. Here’s what the landmark ruling could mean for artists, venues, and fans.

Learn how to build slap bass grooves using double stops in this Bass Gym lesson. Explore fourths, thirds, and creative techniques to add power and articulation to your playing.

Remco Hendriks plays a Stradi fretless 4 string in a tight close-up, locking into a drum track with signature phrasing and subtle octave pedal use.

Trace Elliot has introduced the Transformer DI, a new passive direct box for all instruments with extended frequency response and a design aimed at preserving tone.

Meet the bassists behind the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame’s 2026 inductees, including Steve Harris, Peter Hook, Paul Denman, and more.

A full 2007 North Sea Jazz set featuring Larry Carlton and Robben Ford has surfaced, capturing two masters in a fluid, dynamic live performance with Travis Carlton holding down the low end.

Lyndon Laney, founder of Laney Amplification, has died at 77. The bassist-turned-innovator helped shape the sound of artists like Tony Iommi and generations of musicians.