Bass of the Week: Natasha Guitars NBSG Bass
This week, we’re checking out a unique instrument called the NBSG Bass from Natasha Guitars. Although it has a minimalist look, the lightweight, silent-style bass has a lot going on.
Chris Edwards and Kasabian Go Big On “Happenings”
Kasabian has released Happenings, marking the British band’s eighth studio album. The ten-song set is a concise collection of anthems with bassist Chris Edwards digging into disco-inspired rock lines. “These songs on this album are much more… you get them quick,” he told NME. “It’s not like you’re going to need to live with them for four or five months...
Cort Introduces Artisan C Deluxe Basses
Cort has added to its Artisan line of basses with the C4 and C5 Deluxe. The Artisan C Deluxe model, available in four- and five-string versions, is built with bolt-on construction and features a lightweight poplar body, a hard maple neck, and a 24-fret jatoba fingerboard.
Ashen Amps Unveils the APG700.4 Bass Amp
Ashen Amps has announced a compact bass amp called the APG700.4. They say it was designed to deliver “pristine articulation and punch, catering to the discerning needs of professional bassists worldwide.”
Anderson .Paak and The Free Nationals Announce The Malibu Tour
Several months ago, Anderson .Paak and the Free Nationals announced they would be performing the album “Malibu” in its entirety at the Hollywood Bowl on September 24th. Due to the fan excitement, they’ve decided to make it into a full tour.
James LoMenzo: Megadeth is Working on New Music
James LoMenzo recently spoke with Jorge Botas from Portugal’s Metal Global to reveal that Megadeth is working on the follow-up to 2022’s “The Sick, The Dying… And The Dead!”
In Memoriam: Tom Fowler
Tom Fowler, known best for his time with Frank Zappa & The Mothers of Invention, has died of undisclosed causes. He was 73 years old. The news was shared in part by fellow Zappa alum Arthur Barrow, who paid tribute to Fowler.
Fender Unveils the Bassman Pedal Series
Fender is upping their bass pedal game this year with a full Bassman line of pedals. The five new stompboxes include the Driver, Fuzz, Compressor, delay and reverb models.
Fuchs Audio Introduces the FAT112 Series of Bass Cabinets
Fuchs Audio has expanded its bass cabinet lineup with a new 1×12? unit. The FAT112 features a ported design and can be ordered with either a Neodymium or Ferrite-style speaker.
The Wood Brothers Announce Fall 2024 Tour Dates
The Wood Brothers have announced a new set of tour dates to close out 2024. The band, anchored by bass great Chris Wood, will be playing 17 concerts this fall across the Eastern Seaboard and the South.
Bass of the Week: Harpy Instruments Toucan
Harpy Instruments is a company that describes itself as a family of musicians who enjoy building unique, playable basses. Harpy's Toucan is our Bass of the Week. As cool as it looks, the design centers around its pickup configuration.
Ernie Ball Music Man Announces 2024 Bongo Collection
Ernie Ball Music Man has unveiled the 2024 Bongo Bass Collection, which includes four-, five-, and six-string models. Each bass model includes stainless steel frets and is available in four colors: Stealth Black, Titan Gray, Blood Orange, and Mantis Green.