Ron-tober Is Back: Ron Carter Leads 32 Shows at Birdland Jazz Club
Ron-tober returns to Birdland Jazz Club as Ron Carter presents 32 performances across four ensembles, from duo to big band, this October.
Schecter and Guitar Center Team Up for the SC-6 Six-String Bass
Schecter and Guitar Center have joined forces to launch the SC-6, a modern six-string bass built for the stage and studio. Featuring active electronics, flamed maple top, and a 35-inch scale, it’s available exclusively at Guitar Center for $799.99.
Ashdown Teams with Reverb to Sell Geezer Butler-Signed Amps, Unveil “Cab of Doom”
Fifteen Ashdown Head of Doom amps signed by Black Sabbath's Geezer Butler will hit Reverb, alongside new UK-built signature cabinets.
Hear James LoMenzo on Megadeth’s “Tipping Point,” From the Band’s Upcoming Final Album
Megadeth kicks off their final album with “Tipping Point,” featuring James LoMenzo’s return on bass. Watch the video and get release details here.
David Sutkin’s Meta Guitars Pragma Bass Blends Modern Design with Personal Touch
Bass Upfront founder David Sutkin’s Meta Guitars Pragma bass combines headless, multi-scale innovation with craftsmanship tailored to his playing style.
Rush Returns: Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson Announce 2026 Tour with New Drummer Anika Nilles
Rush is reuniting. Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson will hit the road in 2026 with drummer Anika Nilles for the “Fifty Something” Tour celebrating their legacy.
Innovative Luthier Ken Parker Dies at 73
Innovative luthier Ken Parker, creator of Parker Guitars and the iconic Fly design, has died at 73 after battling a rare form of cancer.
Jeff Berlin and Vail Johnson Take on “Roundabout” — Plus the Wildest Bass Gear of the Week
Jeff Berlin and Vail Johnson team up for an epic “Roundabout” bass jam, plus new releases from NS Design, Gamechanger Audio, and more.
John Campbell’s Crushing Bass Leads Lamb of God’s New Single “Sepsis”
John Campbell’s crushing bass anchors Lamb of God’s ferocious new single “Sepsis,” a dark tribute to Richmond’s underground metal roots.
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
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
Sébastien Gavet debuts the foldable Mantispa Bass at Guitar Summit 2025 — a headless, multi-scale design blending innovation with custom craftsmanship.