From Fender’s Fresh Classics to a D’Angelo Masterclass: This Week’s 10 Bass Highlights
Fender’s new American Professional Classic Series, Yolanda Charles’ signature Sandberg, and a D’Angelo tribute top this week’s 10 bass highlights.
Dayna Stephens Swaps Sax for Bass on His Bold New Album, “Monk’D”
Dayna Stephens takes up double bass on Monk’D, a stripped-down, deeply personal tribute to Thelonious Monk recorded at Rudy Van Gelder’s studio.
Ohana Debuts a 28-Inch Scale Custom Shop Bass Built for Big Tone in a Small Package
Ohana Music enters the electric bass world with its first solid body design — a 28" scale Custom Shop model built for comfort, tone, and travel.
Khruangbin Marks 10 Years of “The Universe Smiles Upon You” With Intimate 2025 U.S. Tour
Khruangbin marks a decade since "The Universe Smiles Upon You" with a fall 2025 U.S. tour in intimate venues.
MTD’s Norm Stockton KNSJ5 Saratoga Is Here — A Signature 5-String with Serious Soul
MTD adds the Norm Stockton Signature KNSJ5 to its Kingston line, featuring a 35" scale, a quilted maple top, and Bartolini electronics.
At 94 Years Old, Bass Virtuoso François Rabbath Continues to Evolve on “Amall”
Bass legend François Rabbath, 94, explores jazz, funk, and world grooves on Amall with his son Sylvain and guest Victor Wooten.
Kala Reissues Hutch Hutchinson Signature U-Bass With Spruce and Hawaiian Koa Tops
The Hutch Hutchinson Signature U-Bass returns for 2025 with new spruce and koa models, improved stability, and Fishman electronics.
Don Was Finally Steps Out Front with “Groove In The Face of Adversity”
After decades producing legends, Don Was releases "Groove In The Face of Adversity," his soulful Detroit-rooted debut with the Pan-Detroit Ensemble.
Bubba Bash 2026 to Honor Neil Peart with Star-Studded Tribute for Glioblastoma Research
Bubba Bash 2026 returns to honor Neil Peart. Hosted by YYNOT and Tim Starace, the concert raises funds for Cedars-Sinai glioblastoma research.
Fender’s American Professional Classic Basses Blend Vintage Design and Modern Performance
Fender’s new American Professional Classic Series reimagines the Precision, Jazz, and Mustang basses with vintage style and modern upgrades.
No Doubt Announces Six-Night Run at The Sphere in Las Vegas
No Doubt is back for six nights at The Sphere in Las Vegas this May, marking their first extended run in 14 years and celebrating Tragic Kingdom.
Bass of the Week: Adal Guitars Shows Off Craftsmanship and Character in a Custom Spalted Maple 5-String
This week’s Bass of the Week is a custom Adal Guitars 5-string featuring a spalted maple top, walnut body, gold hardware, and FSD electronics.