RPS Introduces the Arcade Machine Synth/Harmonizer Pedal
RPS Effects has unveiled the Arcade Machine, a PLL-based analog synthesizer and harmonizer pedal. As you can guess by the title, it gets your instrument to sound like an old school video game soundtrack.
Michael Manring Releases New Solo Bass Album, “Small Moments”
Michael Manring has just released an intimate new album called “Small Moments”, which marks his first solo bass album since 2005’s “Soliloquy”. The bassist recorded the songs live with no overdubs and minimal editing.
Jeroen Paul Thesseling Rejoins Obscura
Days after Obscura announced a radical lineup change, the band has revealed the bassist in its new lineup will be Jeroen Paul Thesseling. The seven-string fretless bassist was previously a member of the band from 2007 to 2011.
Resonate: An Interview with Erick “Jesus” Coomes
Lettuce is dropping its new album, “Resonate”, on May 8th, and we caught up with Erick “Jesus” Coomes a couple of weeks into the COVID-19 pandemic. He gave us the scoop on dealing with the quarantine, the album, and what it was like working with Dr. Dre.
The Sleep Eazys Release “Easy to Buy, Hard to Sell”
Joe Bonamassa’s new side project The Sleep Eazys have released their debut album, called “Easy to Buy, Hard to Sell”. The instrumental group is comprised mostly of the guitarist’s touring band, including bassist Michael Rhodes.
Catalinbread Introduces the Blood Donor Pedal
Catalinbread has announced a new limited edition pedal called the Blood Donor, which is a revamped version of their Katzenkonig that is made for a cause.
Steve Bailey and Victor Wooten to Host Free Webinar with Marcus Miller and Poogie Bell
Steve Bailey and Victor Wooten are continuing their outstanding series of bass webinars with a new Zoom hangout scheduled for Thursday, April 30th at 1pm Eastern, dubbed “Essential Skill-sets for Success.”
Warwick Announces Modular Multiple RockStands
Warwick’s RockStand has announced a new line of modular multiple RockStands. First displayed at the 2020 Winter NAMM Show, the units allow for holding 3, 6, or 9 basses or guitars.
Jackson Announces X Series Signature David Ellefson 30th Anniversary Concert Bass CBX V
It’s been thirty years since Jackson Guitars and Megadeth bassist David Ellefson collaborated on the company’s first five-string bass, which was created during the 1990 Rust in Peace tour. Now they’re celebrating with an anniversary model.
Video Premiere: Bruno Segovia’s Bass Playthrough of Irist’s “Order of the Mind”
Irist has just released their debut album, “Order of the Mind”, which is already one of the year’s must-hear metal albums. Today we’re happy to premiere a playthrough by the band’s co-founder and bass juggernaut, Bruno Segovia.
What A Day Releases “Open Spaces”
The duo What A Day has released their first full-length album, entitled “Open Spaces”. The group is comprised of bassist Jonathan Joly and vocalist Leah Gracie, who also mans the typewriter, calculator, telephone, and more to create percussion.
Bass of the Week: Harley Benton HB-60 WB
This week we’re checking out the Harley Benton HB-60 WB, a semi-hollow body bass with a super affordable price tag. Inspired by basses of the ’60s, the bass features a short 30.5-inch scale and walnut brown finish for a vintage vibe.