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DiCosimo Audio Updates the 360+ Bass Preamp for 2026
DiCosimo Audio updates its 360+ Bass Preamp for 2026 with a smaller enclosure and a more efficient power circuit while preserving its vintage-inspired tone.
David Ellefson to Play Megadeth’s “Countdown to Extinction in Full on European Tour
David Ellefson will perform Megadeth's Countdown to Extinction in full on a 12-date Bass Warrior Tour across Europe this December. See the full itinerary.
Ashdown Bass Amps Are Coming to 300 Guitar Center Stores Across the U.S.
Ashdown expands its U.S. reach through 300 Guitar Center stores and Musician's Friend online, bringing bass amps, instruments and effects to more players.
Phil Jones and La Bella Announce 2027 Solo Bass Contest
Phil Jones and La Bella are accepting submissions for the 2027 Solo Bass Contest, held January 29 in Anaheim during the NAMM Show.
Sadowsky Introduces the MetroExpress Modern Fretless Bass Series
Sadowsky expands the MetroExpress line with Modern Fretless basses featuring roasted flame maple fingerboards, soapbar pickups, and active electronics.
Pat Senatore, Herb Alpert and the Tijuana Brass Bassist, Dies at 91
Jazz bassist Pat Senatore, known for his work with Herb Alpert and the Tijuana Brass, has died at 91. His career also included Stan Kenton and Sinatra.
Spector Expands Its Icon Series with NS Icon Neck-Through Basses
Spector expands its Icon lineup with four- and five-string NS Icon Neck-Through basses featuring Aguilar pickups and an OBP-2 preamp.
Oasis Announces 38-Date 2027 Tour With Four-Night Knebworth Return
Oasis will return in 2027 for a 38-date stadium tour across the UK, Europe, Ireland, and the U.S., with bassist Andy Bell expected back in the lineup.
Fender Honors a Studio Legend with the Lee Sklar Precision Bass
Fender recreates Lee Sklar’s famous studio bass with dual EMG pickups, mandolin frets, Hipshot hardware, and an aged nitro finish.
Markbass Expands MB PB and JB Bass Series with New Finishes
Markbass expands its affordable MB bass series with Black, White, and Sunburst finishes for its PB and JB models, with each still priced at just $299.99.
David Emm’s Ultralight Bass Combines Swiss Craftsmanship and Nylon Strings
David Emm’s Ultralight Bass pairs a streamlined Swiss-built design with a short scale, a fretless fingerboard, nylon strings, and an RMC piezo bridge.
Readers’ Favorites: The Nadacaster Bass, Joe Dart, Dane Alderson, and More
This week’s top 10 includes Holcomb’s Nadacaster Bass, Joe Dart’s latest Vulfpeck groove, the TONEX Board, Brady Watt, and more.