Sushi Box Unveils the Venus X Preamp Pedal
Sushi Box Effects has released the Venus X, a tube preamp they developed with input from bassist Tony Puleo to allow him to consistently get his tone no matter the playing situation.
Video Premiere: Mono Means One’s “It Covered The Sky”
Consider the Source bassist John Ferrara has released several amazing solo albums, but today we’re proud to help premiere the first song from his new project Mono Means One. “It Covered The Sky” features his incredible compositions and tapping technique. (Be sure to check out his tapping lessons on No Treble.) “The songs created in ‘Mono Means One’ are primarily...
Bass of the Week: Bird on a Wire #38 “Sil Nora”
Luthier Tom Molstad of Bird on a Wire Stringed Instruments recently posted photos of his first-ever bass build, and he’s off to a great start. “Sil Nora” is a six-string, multi-scale bass with a rich combination of colors.
Knower Releases “Knower Forever” with MonoNeon and Sam Wilkes
Knower has returned with a brand new album called “Knower Forever,” marking their first full-length release since 2016’s “Life.” The album’s low end is covered by MonoNeon and Sam Wilkes.
Alex Webster and Cannibal Corpse Announce New Album, “Chaos Horrific”
The unstoppable death metal machine that is Cannibal Corpse has announced its sixteenth album, “Chaos Horrific,” which will be released on September 22nd. They’ve also unveiled a corresponding U.S. tour that will launch the same day.
Tommy Cogbill’s 1966 P-Bass Up For Auction
Another piece of music history will hit the auction block at the end of this month. Session legend Tommy Cogbill’s 1966 Precision Bass will be up for grabs through the “Gotta Have Rock and Roll” auction.
Meshell Ndegeocello Releases “The Omnichord Real Book”
“The Omnichord Real Book” marks Meshell Ndegeocello’s first album for the legendary Blue Note Records, and as such the bassist/vocalist digs into her jazz side.
Dunlop Unveils MXR Blackout Series Pedals
It’s been fifteen years since Dunlop launched the MXR Bass Innovations department, so they’re celebrating with the Blackout Series. The team chose two of their most popular pedals – the MXR Bass Compressor and the MXR Bass Envelope Filter.
Fender Unveils Bass-Inspired Silver Coin Set
Fender has released a new collectible that celebrates one of their iconic pairings. The Fender Dynamic Duo Silver Coin Set features two pieces shaped like a Precision Bass and a Bassman amp.
Neon Trees Announce “The Favorite Daze Tour”
Neon Trees have announced “The Favorite Daze Tour,” which will take them from coast to coast this fall. Bassist Branden Campbell shared the news, along with his reverence for live music in general, on Instagram.
moe. Announces Fall Tour
moe. has announced a new 16-date tour for the fall focusing on the mid-Atlantic and Midwest. At the beginning of the year, the band welcomed guitarist Chuck Garvey back to the road full-time. They also made keyboardist Nate Wilson a permanent addition to the group.
Benson Amps Announces B700 Bass Amp
Benson Amps has launched a new bass amp called the B700. Designed with bassist Joe Lally of Fugazi and The Messthetics, the high-voltage head features a tube preamp matched to a 700-watt class D output section.