James LoMenzo Named Permanent Member of Megadeth
James LoMenzo has been officially welcomed back into Megadeth. The bassist, who was a full-time member in the mid-2000s, is once again a permanent member of the metal outfit.
Ibanez Introduces New Acoustic Bass Guitar for NAMM
Ibanez will be exhibiting at the 2022 NAMM Show in Anaheim, California next week, and they’ve unveiled some of the new instruments they’ll be bringing along. That includes a new acoustic bass guitar model named the AEGB24E.
Ron Carter Publishes “Carter-isms: Bossa Nova Bass Lines”
Ron Carter has been a definitive voice on the bass in jazz for many reasons: his note choices, his reharmonizations, his feel, and his swagger. Now you can learn his bossa style directly from the master in his new book, “Carter-isms.”
Bass of the Week: Maurizio Über Basses Mighty Magma
This week we’re checking out the new Mighty Magma from Maurizio Über Basses, which is a medium-scale headless five-string. Built with a padauk body and thick pistachio top, the bass gets a big tone from a pair of Nordstrand BigMan pickups.
Rammstein’s Oliver Riedel Auctioning Basses to Aid Ukraine
Rammstein bassist Oliver Riedel has announced that he is selling off two of his signature Sandberg basses as part of the Gear For Hope music auction. Proceeds from the fundraiser will be donated to aid organizations in Ukraine.
Lehle Unveils “Wear-Free” Volume Pedal
Lehle has introduced the Mono Volume S, a volume pedal that is wear-free thanks to evolving technology.
Henry James: MMT (Mass Math Trend)
Bassist Henry James just released a single called “MMT (Mass Math Trend)”, which features a monster groove inspired by Tower of Power, Marcus Miller, and Jamiroquai.
Two Notes Audio Unveils ReVolt Bass Analog Amp Sim
Two Notes Audio has introduced the ReVolt series of analog amp simulators. The lineup includes a guitar and a bass version, each featuring 12AX7 tubes.
Def Leppard Releases “Diamond Star Halos”
Seven years after their self-titled album, Def Leppard has returned with “Diamond Star Halos”. The iconic English rock band’s twelfth studio album delivers their unmistakable sound with special guests Allison Krauss and Mike Garson.
Lusithand Devices Unveils the Alma Bass Compressor Pedal
Lusithand Devices has added a new pedal to their lineup called the Alma Compressor. Based on the Diamond Bass Compressor, the Alma kicks things up a notch. “We keep all the good things of the original and add a Voltage Doubling circuit (selectable ON or OFF) and also a Clean Direct path to mix the compressed signal with uncompressed (clean)...
Emma Anzai Joins Evanescence
Evanescence’s lineup has gotten quite a shakeup this week. Longtime guitarist Jen Majura will no longer be in the group. To fill the role, bassist Tim McCord has switched to guitar and Emma Anzaiwould be filling the bass spot.
Bill Crook Leaves Spiritbox
Spiritbox has announced the departure of bassist Bill Crook from the band. Crook had been with the band since 2018 and is featured on the 2021 release, “Eternal Blue”.