This Week in Bass: Bootsy’s Historic Fender, Steve Harris’s New Precision, and Flea’s Fiery Solo Track
Bootsy Collins’ first Fender Jazz hits auction, Steve Harris gets a new Precision model, and Flea unveils a new solo track. Catch up on this week’s bass news.
Tye Trujillo Pushes OTTTO Into a New Era With the “Sweaty Pool” EP
OTTTO returns with "Sweaty Pool," a new EP marking a fresh era for Tye Trujillo and the band, featuring a collaboration with Nick Oliveri.
Bootsy Collins’ First Fender Bass Just Sold — and the Final Bid Shocked Everyone
Bootsy Collins’ first Fender Jazz Bass, originally bought for him by James Brown, has officially sold at auction. Here’s the wild story behind the historic instrument.
Guns N’ Roses Drop Two New Songs, With Duff McKagan Driving the Low End on “Nothin’” and “Atlas”
Guns N’ Roses return with two new singles, “Nothin’” and “Atlas,” featuring Duff McKagan’s signature tone. Hear the tracks and see the band’s 2026 tour dates.
Flea Breaks Down the Hardest Red Hot Chili Peppers Bass Lines in Rick Beato’s New Interview
Flea tells Rick Beato which Chili Peppers songs challenge him the most, shares his bass heroes, and offers new insight ahead of his solo album.
Phil Upchurch, Legendary Guitarist and Bassist for Michael Jackson and Aretha Franklin, Dies at 84
Phil Upchurch, the guitarist and bassist heard with Michael Jackson, Aretha Franklin, and George Benson, has died at 84. We reflect on his remarkable legacy.
Green Day’s Mike Dirnt on His Epiphone G-3 Signature Bass and Chasing His Sound
Green Day’s Mike Dirnt opens up in a new interview about his Epiphone G-3 signature bass, tone evolution, gear tweaks, and the details behind his sound.
Fender Marks Iron Maiden’s 50 Years With Limited Steve Harris Precision Bass
Fender honors Iron Maiden’s 50th anniversary with a limited Steve Harris Precision Bass, featuring a satin black finish, vintage specs, and 80s-voiced tone.
Port City Amplification Unleashes the Tempest: A Hand-Wired Tube Bass Head Built for Modern Players
Port City Amplification enters the bass world with the Tempest, a hand-wired 60-watt tube bass head blending vintage tone, modern versatility, and premium components.
Robin Mullarkey Finally Drops His Debut Solo Album “Black Swan” and Reveals the Gear Powering His Jacob Collier Tours
Robin Mullarkey releases his debut solo album Black Swan and breaks down the basses, pedals, and touring setup he uses with Jacob Collier.
Flea Unveils “A Plea,” the First Look at His Upcoming Debut Solo Album
Flea has announced his debut solo album and released “A Plea,” a 7-minute jazz-funk exploration with upright bass, horns, and a video directed by Clara Balzary.
Death By Audio Unveils Destroyer Series: Three Compact, Stereo Pedals Built for Maximum Mayhem
Death By Audio launches the Destroyer Series, featuring the Dream Station reverb/delay, Moonbeam Phaser, and Thee Treble Overload treble boost.