Cort Introduces the GB Short Scale Bass With Markbass Electronics
Cort expands its GB lineup with the new GB Short Scale bass, featuring a 30-inch scale, roasted maple neck, Powersound humbucker, and Markbass MB-1 preamp. Debuts at NAMM with a $449 street price.
Weekly Top 10: Fender’s Lavender Haze Jazz Bass, 2026 Squier Updates, and This Week’s Must-See Bass Clips
Gear news ramps up ahead of NAMM with Fender’s Lavender Haze Jazz Bass and 2026 Squier refreshes, plus standout bass clips from Kinga Głyk, Pino Palladino, Oteil Burbridge, and more.
MonoNeon Reunites With George Clinton for “Bottom Feeder,” Featuring Grandma Liz
MonoNeon teams up with George Clinton on the new single “Bottom Feeder,” a surreal P-Funk-inspired track featuring a heartfelt chorus from MonoNeon’s grandmother, Grandma Liz.
Walrus Audio Teams Up With Ian Martin Allison for the Mantle Bass Preamp/DI
Walrus Audio partners with Ian Martin Allison to introduce the Mantle, a premium analog bass preamp and DI featuring custom transformers, precision EQ, and studio-grade tone shaping.
Harley Benton to Close U.S. Reverb Store, Ending Direct U.S. Distribution
Harley Benton has announced it will close its U.S. Reverb Store on January 31st, ending direct U.S. distribution amid economic challenges.
Lusithand Devices Launches the F1 Studio Filter Preamp Pedal
The new Lusithand F1 brings NFP-style filter topology to a pedal, offering dual sweepable filters, resonance shaping, and studio-grade headroom for bass.
Fender’s 2026 Squier Line Gets a Refresh With Mini Precision and Sonic Series Basses
Fender refreshes its Squier bass lineup for 2026 with the Mini Precision and updated Sonic Bronco and Precision models in new finishes.
Flea Announces “Honora,” a Jazz-Driven Solo Album Featuring Thom Yorke and Nick Cave
Flea will release "Honora" on March 27, his jazz-focused solo debut featuring Thom Yorke and Nick Cave, followed by an intimate North American and European tour.
Sammy Hagar Brings Michael Anthony Back on the Road for “Best of All Worlds” 2026 Tour
Sammy Hagar’s Best of All Worlds 2026 tour brings Michael Anthony back on bass for a career-spanning setlist of Van Halen, solo, and Chickenfoot hits.
Eastwood Unveils the Rivolta Duocata Bass, a 30-Inch Semi-Hollow Limited to 12 Units
Eastwood debuts the Rivolta Duocata Bass, a 30-inch semi-hollow design by Dennis Fano, limited to just 12 instruments worldwide.
The Bad Plus to Call It Quits in 2026 After 26 Years of Genre-Defying Jazz
The Bad Plus will end their run in 2026 after 26 years. Founders Reid Anderson and Dave King announce final tour dates and special tribute shows.
Bass of the Week: McDiarmid Squid Bass With Spalted Maple Top and Custom Inlay
A closer look at Tony Rombola’s McDiarmid Squid Bass, featuring a mahogany body, spalted maple top, custom squid inlay, and dual pickup system.