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TC Electronic Upgrades Its Iconic Ditto Pedal – Here’s What’s New in the Ditto 2
With Ditto 2, TC Electronic brings intuitive updates to its looper pedal, including LoopSnap timing correction and app-based control.
Cort Launches Space 4: A Sleek, Headless Bass Inspired by the ’80s
Cort unveils the Space 4, a sleek headless bass blending '80s-inspired design, modern ergonomics, and Bartolini electronics—all at an accessible price.
Rare Footage: John Patitucci Brings Polka Flavor to Chick Corea & Herbie Hancock’s Jazz Jam
Watch rare archival footage as bassist John Patitucci injects a surprising polka twist into Chick Corea and Herbie Hancock's jazz performance from 1985.
Top 10 Bass Gear Stories for March 2025: Marcus Miller & Sire’s New Bass Takes Center Stage
Marcus Miller's new Sire bass, Gibson's Tobias comeback, and more: Check out the top 10 bass gear stories that grabbed readers' attention in March 2025.
Bass of the Week: Simpson SBIII-FT Merges Archtop Vibe With Solid Body Power
Simpson's SBIII-FT is a modern hybrid bass that blends archtop warmth with solid body power in a handcrafted, highly resonant design.
Watch: Vincen García’s Funk-Infused “Alt-F4” Performance Lights Up Black Music Festival
Funky bass lines, soaring horns, and festival energy collide in Vincen García's live performance of "Alt-F4" at the Black Music Festival.
Sex Pistols Reunite Without Johnny Rotten: “I Can’t See Many Missed Calls from Him”
The Sex Pistols are reuniting for a North American tour—without Johnny Rotten. Glen Matlock and others will perform their only studio album in full.
Ampeg’s Anniversary Preamp Pays Tribute to the Iconic ’69 Blue Line SVT
Ampeg celebrates 75 years with a special edition SGT-DI preamp, inspired by the iconic 1969 Blue Line SVT and packed with modern tone-shaping tools.
Bassist Lawrence Haber Steps Into the Spotlight with His Composition “Gia”
Bassist Lawrence Haber shares his original tune "Gia" in a new video featuring a group performance with keys, saxophone, percussion, and more.
Postmodern Van Halen, Geddy Lee’s Moog, New Bass Gear, and More: Top 10 This Week
Bass gear drops, artist interviews, and a Van Halen cover like you’ve never heard—check out this week’s 10 must-read bass stories.
How Daft Punk’s “Get Lucky” Came Together: Nathan East Breaks It Down
Nathan East looks back on recording Daft Punk's "Get Lucky" with Omar Hakim, Nile Rodgers, and Pharrell—including the one-take bass line that made the cut.
You’ve Never Heard Eminem’s “Without Me” Like This – Charles Berthoud Goes Full Slap Bass
Bass virtuoso Charles Berthoud takes on Eminem's "Without Me," delivering a wildly creative slap solo packed with clever musical twists.