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Schecter and Charles Berthoud Expand Signature Bass Series with a 6-String Model
Basses

Schecter and Charles Berthoud Expand Signature Bass Series with a 6-String Model

Charles Berthoud's signature bass line grows with the Schecter CB-6, a sleek 6-string model featuring a 35" scale, EMG pickups, and a deep cutaway.

Bruce Dickinson’s Long-Awaited Return: His First North American Solo Tour in Decades – with Bass Virtuoso Tanya O’Callaghan
Concerts & Tours

Bruce Dickinson’s Long-Awaited Return: His First North American Solo Tour in Decades – with Bass Virtuoso Tanya O’Callaghan

Bruce Dickinson returns for his first major North American solo tour in decades, with bass powerhouse Tanya O’Callaghan joining him on The Mandrake Project.

Josh Werner on Jazz, Hip-Hop, and the Art of Improvised Bass
Interviews

Josh Werner on Jazz, Hip-Hop, and the Art of Improvised Bass

In this interview, bassist Josh Werner explores the connection between jazz and hip-hop, his work with James Brandon Lewis, and how improvisation shapes his sound.

Mike Watt and mssv Drop “On and On” – A Sonic Journey Fueled by Endless Touring
New Albums

Mike Watt and mssv Drop “On and On” – A Sonic Journey Fueled by Endless Touring

Mike Watt's trio mssv returns with "On and On," featuring the hypnotic "Boat Song" and a relentless touring spirit that captures the essence of the road.

Eric Clapton Announces 2025 U.S. Tour with Nathan East on Bass
Concerts & Tours

Eric Clapton Announces 2025 U.S. Tour with Nathan East on Bass

Nathan East will once again join Eric Clapton for his 2025 U.S. tour. See when and where they’ll be performing on this highly anticipated run.

Harley Benton’s New MSB-5 Bass Brings Multi-Scale Design to the Masses for $299
Basses

Harley Benton’s New MSB-5 Bass Brings Multi-Scale Design to the Masses for $299

A budget-friendly multi-scale bass? Harley Benton’s MSB-5 offers a 5-string design, active/passive electronics, and premium specs—all at an entry-level price.

The Wood Brothers & St. Paul & The Broken Bones Hit the Road – Two Killer Bassists, One Incredible Tour
Concerts & Tours

The Wood Brothers & St. Paul & The Broken Bones Hit the Road – Two Killer Bassists, One Incredible Tour

Bass fans, get ready! Chris Wood & Jesse Phillips join forces as The Wood Brothers & St. Paul & The Broken Bones hit the road this summer.

Bass of the Week: How Gildaxe Crafted This One-of-a-Kind Vintage-Inspired Bass
Bass of the Week

Bass of the Week: How Gildaxe Crafted This One-of-a-Kind Vintage-Inspired Bass

Gildaxe's JIOSONIC IV is a custom bass built with vintage parts—plus a unique feature that lets it stand upright. See why this build is one of a kind.

Christian McBride’s New Band Showcases Jazz’s Next Generation – Hear Their Stunning Debut
News

Christian McBride’s New Band Showcases Jazz’s Next Generation – Hear Their Stunning Debut

Christian McBride's Ursa Major unveils its debut single, "More Is," blending jazz and R&B with a fresh lineup of rising stars. Hear it now.

Headless and Multi-Scale: Marcus Miller’s Newest Sire Bass Defies Tradition
Basses

Headless and Multi-Scale: Marcus Miller’s Newest Sire Bass Defies Tradition

The new Sire Marcus Miller M6 Headless bass redefines balance and playability with a multi-scale neck, lightweight build, and versatile tone controls.

Ashdown’s New Studio-4 Bass Amp: A Battery-Powered Practice Rig for Bassists on the Go
Amps

Ashdown’s New Studio-4 Bass Amp: A Battery-Powered Practice Rig for Bassists on the Go

Ashdown's Studio-4 is a battery-powered, 3-watt bass amp with a 4" speaker, Bluetooth, and a tiny 2.2-lb frame—perfect for practicing anywhere.

Shinedown’s Eric Bass Steps Into the Spotlight With “I Had A Name” – A Deeply Personal Album
New Albums

Shinedown’s Eric Bass Steps Into the Spotlight With “I Had A Name” – A Deeply Personal Album

Eric Bass of Shinedown steps into the spotlight with "I Had A Name," a deeply personal solo album blending cinematic soundscapes with raw emotion.