Bass of the Week: Köllner Bass Instruments Spectra
This week we’re taking a look at the Spectra model by Köllner Bass Instruments. Handmade by luthier Stefan Köllner, this particular Spectra is crafted with a roasted alder body topped with Black Limba and a wenge fingerboard.
Motörhead’s “Louder Than Noise… Live in Berlin” Now Available
It’s been five and a half years since Lemmy Kilmister’s passing, but we’re still being gifted with music from the rock god. A 2012 Motörhead has now been released as a new album called “Louder Than Noise… Live in Berlin”.
Tsunami Cables Unveils V-15 Preamp
Tsunami Cables has expanded its product lineup by getting into the world of studio preamps. The V-15 is their brand new, all-tube Class A preamp. Designed by Bruce Egnater, the pre is inspired by the iconic B15 bass amp.
Dan Hawkins Publishes “Complete Fingerstyle Bass Technique”
Bassist and educator Dan Hawkins has published a new instructional book called “Complete Fingerstyle Bass Technique”. The method includes over 110 exercises from beginner to pro levels for building your chops.
Eventide Introduces the UltraTap Pedal
Eventide has unveiled the Ultratap Pedal, which marks the third model in their dot9 series. The multi-tap delay pedal offers “ rhythmic delays, glitchy reverbs, huge pad-like volume swells, and expressive modulated effects in a compact form.”
Greta Van Fleet Release Sophomore Album, “The Battle at Garden’s Gate”
Greta Van Fleet has returned with their second studio album, entitled “The Battle at Garden’s Gate”, which continues the Generation Z band’s classic rock stylings. The record’s scope is a little wider with more epic atmospheres.
Sadowsky Announces Masterbuilt 24-Fret Single Cut Bass Models
Sadowsky has added a Masterbuilt version of the 24-fret Single Cut model to their lineup. Handmade to order in Germany, the basses are crafted from the company’s best hardware and finest woods.
The Immediate Family, Featuring Lee Sklar, Release “Can’t Stop Progress”
After dropping their U.S. debut EP last fall, The Immediate Family has returned with a follow-up release. “Can’t Stop Progress” features all originals written by the band’s all-star lineup, including Leland Sklar.
Karl Clews Returns With “Navigator”
Karl Clews has always had a fascination for the electric bass and its possibilities. Now he’s exploring the bass even further on a new record called “Navigator”, which features our beloved instrument creating nearly all the sounds on the album.
Dan Beiers Leaves Khemmis
Doom metal outfit Khemmis has announced that they have parted ways with founding bassist Dan Beiers. They made the announcement on Facebook ahead of an upcoming live stream for Decibel Magazine.
Mudvayne Announces Official Reunion Dates
It’s finally happening! Mudvayne has announced that they’ll be performing this year after a 12-year hiatus. The band, anchored by bass monster Ryan Martinie, will be performing at four “Danny Wimmer Presents” festivals across the U.S.
Bailey, Wooten, and Patitucci To Host Billy Cobham Webinar
The Berklee Bass Department’s weekly webinar will return this Thursday, April 22nd with a special roundtable featuring drum legend Billy Cobham and his bassists.