Carol Kaye on Skipping the Rock Hall, Squier’s New Basses, and More: This Week’s Top 10 Bass Stories
From Carol Kaye’s decision to skip the Rock Hall to Squier’s 2025 basses, here are the top 10 bass stories that got readers talking this week.
Audiofab’s Frequency Distiller Delivers Alembic-Style Filters for Bassists
Inspired by the Alembic SF-2, Audiofab’s Frequency Distiller gives bassists dual filters, clean blend control, and a wide frequency range.
New from Line 6: Helix Stadium Series Packs Pro-Grade Control into Touchscreen Floor Units
Line 6 introduces the Helix Stadium series, expanding its flagship line with new amp and effects processors for stage and studio use.
The Wood Brothers Unveil “The Trick” and Announce 2025 “Puff of Smoke” Tour
Ahead of their album "Puff of Smoke", The Wood Brothers release “The Trick” and confirm new fall 2025 tour dates across the Midwest and East Coast.
Two Fretless Bass Giants Unite: Steve Di Giorgio and Jeroen Paul Thesseling on Quadvium’s “Tetradōm”
In this exclusive interview, Steve Di Giorgio and Jeroen Paul Thesseling share how they created Quadvium’s fretless-forward debut, "Tetradōm".
Jerry Jemmott’s Iconic Basslines from Aretha, B.B. King, and More Collected in New Transcription Book
Explore 15 of Jerry Jemmott’s iconic basslines—played with Aretha Franklin, B.B. King, and more—in a new transcription book with artist commentary.
Charles Burrell, the ‘Jackie Robinson of Classical Music,’ Dies at 104
Jazz and classical legend Charles Burrell, the first Black musician in a major U.S. symphony and a Colorado icon, has died at 104.
Jinjer’s Eugene Abdukhanov Joins Mayones, Takes Up the Jabba Bassic 5 VF
Jinjer bassist Eugene Abdukhanov shares why he switched to Mayones and how the Jabba Bassic VF fits into his evolving sound.
Gov’t Mule Celebrates 30th Anniversary with 2025 Tour and Kevin Scott on Bass
Gov’t Mule marks 30 years with a 2025 tour featuring bassist Kevin Scott, returning to the road for a milestone run across the U.S. and Canada.
Phil Jones Bass Debuts the 13-Pound C-17 Cabinet, Built for Tone and Travel
Phil Jones Bass introduces the C-17, a compact 13 lb. cabinet with a 7” woofer and 3” tweeter, offering portability and tone in a Seafoam Green finish.
Christian McBride Reunites Members of The Police on New Album, “Without Further Ado”
Christian McBride’s new album "Without Further Ado" features a partial Police reunion with Sting and Andy Summers, plus a roster of jazz vocal stars.
Bass of the Week: Alusonic’s The Doom 4 Offers Sleek Looks and a Modern Headless Build
Alusonic’s Doom 4 bass features a headless, multi-scale design with an aluminum top, Graphitex fretboard, and a lightweight 6.8-pound build.