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Ashdown Returns to Its Roots with UK-Built ABM Amps and Classic Custom Shop Cabinets
Amps

Ashdown Returns to Its Roots with UK-Built ABM Amps and Classic Custom Shop Cabinets

Ashdown announces UK-built ABM EVO IV amps and Classic Custom Shop cabinets, celebrating 2025 with a renewed focus on British design and tone.

Victor Wooten and the Wooten Brothers Announce 2025 European Tour
Concerts & Tours

Victor Wooten and the Wooten Brothers Announce 2025 European Tour

Victor Wooten and the Wooten Brothers head to Europe this fall, with tour dates across Poland, the UK, France, Spain, and more.

Foldable Mantispa Bass by Sébastien Gavet Debuts at Guitar Summit 2025
Basses

Foldable Mantispa Bass by Sébastien Gavet Debuts at Guitar Summit 2025

Sébastien Gavet debuts the foldable Mantispa Bass at Guitar Summit 2025 — a headless, multi-scale design blending innovation with custom craftsmanship.

IK Multimedia Expands TONEX Line With New Bass Editions and Signature Collection
Pedals & Effects

IK Multimedia Expands TONEX Line With New Bass Editions and Signature Collection

IK Multimedia introduces TONEX Bass Editions with a Signature Bass Collection and two new pedals loaded with 150 Tone Models and presets.

Wolfgang Muthspiel, Scott Colley & Brian Blade Return With “Tokyo,” Their Most Adventurous Trio Album Yet
New Albums

Wolfgang Muthspiel, Scott Colley & Brian Blade Return With “Tokyo,” Their Most Adventurous Trio Album Yet

The trio of Wolfgang Muthspiel, Scott Colley & Brian Blade explore new sounds on "Tokyo," blending chamber jazz, folk, and rock.

Gamechanger Audio Introduces MOTOR Pedal with Real Motors and Gas-Pedal Controller
Pedals & Effects

Gamechanger Audio Introduces MOTOR Pedal with Real Motors and Gas-Pedal Controller

Gamechanger Audio’s new MOTOR Pedal uses real motors and a gas-pedal controller for a unique approach to analog noise and expression.

Rich Brown Tells a Global Story on Solo Bass Album “Nyaeba”
New Albums

Rich Brown Tells a Global Story on Solo Bass Album “Nyaeba”

Bassist Rich Brown releases "Nyaeba," a solo bass album blending African and Brazilian rhythms with storytelling and melody.

Metallica’s Robert Trujillo Unveils Limited Edition Godin Yellow Flame Acoustic-Electric Bass
Basses

Metallica’s Robert Trujillo Unveils Limited Edition Godin Yellow Flame Acoustic-Electric Bass

Robert Trujillo unveiled his new Godin Yellow Flame bass at Guitar Center. The ultra-limited model is signed and now available.

Supergroup of Belew, Levin, Vai & Carey Capture King Crimson’s 80s Era on BEAT LIVE
New Albums

Supergroup of Belew, Levin, Vai & Carey Capture King Crimson’s 80s Era on BEAT LIVE

"BEAT LIVE" — the new album and concert film from Adrian Belew, Tony Levin, Steve Vai & Danny Carey — is available now, honoring King Crimson’s 80s era.

BHI Guitars Perseo 6BBLS: Handcrafted Italian Headless Bass with Darkglass Electronics
Bass of the Week

BHI Guitars Perseo 6BBLS: Handcrafted Italian Headless Bass with Darkglass Electronics

Discover the BHI Perseo 6BBLS, a handcrafted Italian six-string headless bass featuring a buckeye burl top, Dingwall pickups, and Darkglass electronics.

Bassist Sam Grisman Leads Project on 2025 Tour With Bluegrass, Folk, and Grateful Dead Songs
Concerts & Tours

Bassist Sam Grisman Leads Project on 2025 Tour With Bluegrass, Folk, and Grateful Dead Songs

Bassist Sam Grisman takes his band on a 2025 U.S. tour, blending bluegrass, folk, and Grateful Dead songs across a wide range of venues.

Jackson RR-B IV Bass, MonoNeon’s “Stereo,” and More: Weekly Top 10 (Sep 20–26)
Weekly Top 10

Jackson RR-B IV Bass, MonoNeon’s “Stereo,” and More: Weekly Top 10 (Sep 20–26)

From the Jackson RR-B IV debut to MonoNeon’s wild “Stereo” groove, here are this week’s top 10 bass stories, lessons, and performances.