Articles by Kevin Johnson - Page 5

Walrus Audio has introduced the Highpoint Analog Optical Compressor, a new Monarch series pedal with sidechain high-pass filtering, parallel compression, and ±15V internal operation.

Jason Newsted will take The Chophouse Band on its first headlining tour this July, with support dates for Blackberry Smoke and two nights at the Ryman.

Darkglass Electronics has launched the Anagram Marketplace, adding third-party plugins, amp sims, and creative tools to its multi-effects platform.

Sunn Amps has launched the Beta Mini, a 200-watt compact amp head with dual channels, analog MOSFET design, and bass/guitar voicing for just 3.9 pounds.

Newly released recordings from Oscar Peterson’s 1960 Baker’s Keyboard Lounge engagement capture Ray Brown at his swinging, lyrical best with Ed Thigpen.

This week’s Bass of the Week is a five-string Serek Midwestern 2 with a 32-inch scale, mahogany build, ebony fingerboard, and Nordstrand Zen Blades.

Todd Rundgren is auctioning a rare Danelectro Longhorn bass used on his 1973 album "A Wizard, a True Star" to support music education through the Spirit of Harmony Foundation.

Anthony Wellington has announced Bassology Around the World Las Vegas 2026, an eight-night instructional trip featuring classes, private lessons, and excursions.

Fender’s Vintera III series leads this week’s top bass stories, alongside Dogstar’s new single, Rock Hall inductees, and more must-read bass news.

Harley Benton teams up with BassTheWorld’s Gregor Fris for the MV-4JB Plus Signature bass, featuring Kloppmann pickups, premium woods, and high-end appointments.

Les Claypool’s Fearless Flying Frog Brigade will release "Return of the Live Frogs: Volume 1" on May 22, 2026, just as the Claypool Gold tour gets underway.

Mesa/Boogie has introduced the Subway+ Bass DI-Preamp II, a compact bass preamp and DI pedal with a 40% smaller chassis, sweepable mids, hi-pass filter, and more.