Dingwall SP1 Bass Arrives with Fanned-Frets, Quad-Tone Control, and Classic Style
The new Dingwall SP1 bass features a multi-scale neck, Quad-Tone control system, and dual pickups, offering tonal range with vintage styling.
“Full of Thrash Vibes”: Soulfly Recruits Chase Bryant for 2025 Spirit Animal Tour
Soulfly welcomes Chase Bryant as touring bassist for their 2025 European run. The lineup change follows Mike Leon’s departure earlier this year.
Inside the Aristides S/B5: A One-Piece Bass Built with Arium and Designed for Clarity
The Aristides S/B5 features a one-piece design, Arium core, and extended scale length for improved clarity and precision in the low register.
The Dead Daisies Cover Robert Johnson, Muddy Waters, and More on New Album, “Lookin’ For Trouble”
Bassist Michael Devin and The Dead Daisies put their stamp on blues classics from Robert Johnson to Albert King on the album recorded at Muscle Shoals.
Shelby Means’ Solo Debut, Fender’s Free App, and More: This Week’s Top 10
From Shelby Means’ new solo album to Fender’s free recording app, catch up on this week’s top 10 bass stories, gear highlights, and video picks.
Best New Bass Gear in May 2025: Spector Euro CST, Pino Palladino Strings, and More
From Spector’s Euro CST basses to Pino Palladino's new flats, here are the standout bass gear releases we covered in May 2025.
Earthquaker Devices Debuts Splitter and Mixer Pedals for Flexible Signal Routing
Earthquaker Devices has released two utility pedals—the One to Four Splitter and Four to One Mixer—designed to expand routing and signal control options.
Spector Launches Doug Wimbish Euro 4, Modeled After His Original 1987 NS-2 Bass
Spector’s Doug Wimbish Euro 4 Signature combines a slim neck, custom EMGs, and design cues from his classic 1987 NS-2 bass.
Bryan Beller and The Aristocrats Set 2026 European Dates for “DUCK” Tour
The Aristocrats return to Europe in 2026 for a full tour performing music from their latest album, DUCK, plus highlights from their full catalog.
Chuck Rainey’s Autobiography Traces a Lifetime of Iconic Bass Lines and Music History
Bass legend Chuck Rainey reflects on his decades-long career in a new autobiography detailing sessions with Aretha Franklin, Steely Dan, and more.
Marcos Machado Expands Tao of Bass with Scale Method Book: “Not a Fingering Manual”
Double bassist Marcos Machado updates Tao of Bass Vol. 1 and introduces Vol. 2, a 500-page guide to scales, arpeggios, and creative technique systems.
Empress Effects Introduces the Bass ParaEq MKII: A Parametric EQ Pedal Just for Bassists
Empress Effects has launched the Bass ParaEq MKII, a parametric EQ pedal built specifically for bass with tailored frequencies, piezo support, and a dynamic low shelf.