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G. Gould GGi5-Studio^3: A Graphite-Neck Powerhouse with Triple EMG E-Series Pickups
Bass of the Week

G. Gould GGi5-Studio^3: A Graphite-Neck Powerhouse with Triple EMG E-Series Pickups

Geoff Gould’s GGi5-Studio³ blends graphite-neck innovation with a myrtle burl top and triple EMG E-Series pickups. See photos, full specs, and details.

Weekly Top 10: The Bass Moments Everyone’s Talking About (Nov 22–28)
Weekly Top 10

Weekly Top 10: The Bass Moments Everyone’s Talking About (Nov 22–28)

Catch the top bass performances, gear releases, and lessons from Nov 22–28, including JT Cure at the CMA Awards, Robert Trujillo, Pino, and more.

Bootsy Collins’ Historic James Brown-Era Jazz Bass Surfaces for Auction
Basses

Bootsy Collins’ Historic James Brown-Era Jazz Bass Surfaces for Auction

Bootsy Collins’ James Brown-era 1969 Fender Jazz Bass, the instrument that shaped early ’70s funk, is now up for auction through Heritage Auctions.

Aguilar Unveils Ultra-Rare DB 751 LTD Black Bass Amp (Only 5 Made)
Amps

Aguilar Unveils Ultra-Rare DB 751 LTD Black Bass Amp (Only 5 Made)

Aguilar has released an ultra-rare DB 751 LTD Black bass amp, limited to just five units worldwide. A blackout chassis, red LEDs, and classic 751 power.

Empress Effects Announces the Buffer++: A Powerful Upgrade for Complex Signal Chains
Pedals & Effects

Empress Effects Announces the Buffer++: A Powerful Upgrade for Complex Signal Chains

Empress Effects has released the Buffer++, a versatile utility pedal with 12 routing modes, a 30dB boost, input pads, and stereo loop options for complex rigs.

Fuzzrocious Releases Grey Stache/Heliotropic Dual-Fuzz Pedal With Holiday Pre-Launch Batch
Pedals & Effects

Fuzzrocious Releases Grey Stache/Heliotropic Dual-Fuzz Pedal With Holiday Pre-Launch Batch

Fuzzrocious has combined the Grey Stache and Heliotropic circuits into one pedal. The Grey Stache/Heliotropic arrives January 15, with a 10-unit pre-release.

Don Was Takes Detroit’s Groove Nationwide with a Massive 2026 Tour
Concerts & Tours

Don Was Takes Detroit’s Groove Nationwide with a Massive 2026 Tour

Don Was has announced a 2026 U.S. tour with his Pan-Detroit Ensemble, supporting "Groove in the Face of Adversity" and performing "Blues for Allah" live.

Janek Gwizdala and Daniele Camarda Release “Seminario,” an Improvised Bass Duo Album
New Albums

Janek Gwizdala and Daniele Camarda Release “Seminario,” an Improvised Bass Duo Album

Janek Gwizdala and Daniele Camarda reunite for "Seminario," an improvised bass duo album built from melodic interplay and ambient soundscapes.

Dingwall Unveils 2025 Kyle Konkiel Signature Combustion With New Electronics and Matte Army Green Finish
Basses

Dingwall Unveils 2025 Kyle Konkiel Signature Combustion With New Electronics and Matte Army Green Finish

Dingwall and Kyle Konkiel return with a 2025 Signature Combustion featuring a Matte Army Green finish, EMG 3-band EQ, new hardware, and limited run of 100.

STS9’s “Human Dream”: Inside the Band’s First Self-Recorded Album and Alana Rocklin’s Next-Level Tone
New Albums

STS9’s “Human Dream”: Inside the Band’s First Self-Recorded Album and Alana Rocklin’s Next-Level Tone

STS9 returns with "Human Dream," their first self-recorded album. Alana Rocklin’s powerful bass and cinematic soundscapes drive this ambitious 19-track release.

Guns N’ Roses Announce 2026 World Tour and Two New Singles
Concerts & Tours

Guns N’ Roses Announce 2026 World Tour and Two New Singles

Guns N’ Roses return in 2026 with a massive world tour and two new singles, “Nothin” and “Atlas.” See all dates and details for Duff McKagan’s next run.

Jens Ritter’s Hawaiian Pyro Okon Bass: A Fully Pyrographed Masterpiece by Dino Muradian
Bass of the Week

Jens Ritter’s Hawaiian Pyro Okon Bass: A Fully Pyrographed Masterpiece by Dino Muradian

The Hawaiian Pyro Okon Bass from Jens Ritter features full-body pyrography by Dino Muradian, alder/maple construction, Triplebuckers, and a 35-inch scale.