Torzal’s New Natural Twist Bass: Set-Through Build, Chameleon Finish, and 35-Degree Neck Twist
Torzal returns with a new Natural Twist bass featuring a 35-degree neck twist, set-through construction, cottonwood burl and chameleon finish, and Nordstrand electronics.
Remembering Ray Drummond: Jazz Bass Legend Dies at 78
Jazz bassist and composer Ray Drummond has died at 78. A prolific sideman and bandleader, he left an enduring mark on modern jazz.
Thundercat’s Colbert Performance and a Three-Player Bass Showdown Lead This Week’s Top 10
From Thundercat’s live Colbert appearance to a three-way bass battle and fresh gear and lesson highlights, here are the Top 10 bass stories of the week.
Joe Dart Joins The Olllam for Their First U.S. Tour
Joe Dart joins The Olllam for their first-ever U.S. tour, blending Irish pipes with deep grooves. Dates span November 2–15 across intimate venues.
From Foldable Basses to Modern Modeling Pedals: October’s Top 10 Bass Gear Releases
Explore October’s top 10 bass gear releases — from foldable designs and modeling pedals to rare U2 basses hitting the auction block.
Spark NEO Core: Smart Headphones with Built-In Guitar and Bass Amp
Spark NEO Core headphones let you plug in your bass or guitar, with built-in amps, effects, AI tone generation, and Bluetooth audio for music or practice.
Remembering Scott Sorry: The Wildhearts and Brides of Destruction Bassist Dies at 47
Scott Sorry, bassist for The Wildhearts and Brides of Destruction, has died at 47 after a long battle with brain cancer.
Inside the Chaos and Magic of 90s Rock: Melissa Auf der Maur’s Story Finally Told
Melissa Auf der Maur revisits her years with Hole and The Smashing Pumpkins in her new memoir, "Even the Good Girls Will Cry."
Double the Swirl: Keeley’s New Oaxa Phaser Unleashes Two Independent Engines for Hypnotic Bass Depth
Dive into multi-dimensional bass textures with the Keeley Oaxa Phaser — dual phasers, stereo routing & vintage vibe control in one pedal.
Will Griffin on Couch’s “Big Talk”: The Groove, the Bass, and the Band’s Creative Chemistry
Couch bassist Will Griffin breaks down the groove, gear, and creative chemistry behind the band’s full-length debut, "Big Talk."
The Wood Brothers Keep Rolling: Winter 2026 Tour and Chris Wood’s Anthemic New Video
The Wood Brothers announce their Winter 2026 tour and share Chris Wood’s anthemic new video, “Above All Others,” from "Puff of Smoke."
Empress Effects Unleashes a Halloween-Ready Heavy Menace Limited Edition Pedal
The Heavy Menace returns in a hauntingly limited edition from Empress Effects — just 350 pedals worldwide with original tattoo-inspired art.