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Digitech Introduces the JamMan Solo HD Looper Pedal
Digitech has updated its JamMan series of loopers with the JamMan Solo HD, which builds upon the Solo XT model. The stompbox has an onboard memory that allows for up to 35 minutes of stereo looping with an additional 200 slots and up to 16 hours of recording time.
Julius Rodriguez: Tiny Desk Concert
When I saw Tiny Desk Concert’s latest video, I wasn’t sure who Julius Rodriguez was, but I clicked anyway. I was glad I did. The entire performance was so enjoyable, I’m going to listen to it again.
Duran Duran Announces Halloween Party and East Coast Tour
John Taylor and Duran Duran have an annual Halloween concert at Madison Square Garden, but this year they’re building an East Coast tour around it.
Squier Adds Active Jazz Models and 6-String to Affinity Series Basses
Fender has expanded the Squier Affinity Series with three new basses: the Affinity Active Jazz Bass, the Active Jazz Bass V, and the Jazz Bass VI. The entry-level lineup makes it easier for bassists to acquire an active bass and a six-string.
Charles Berthoud: Eye of the Tiger
Charles Berthoud put together another highly entertaining video – in every way. Check out his ripping version of “Eye of the Tiger.”
Gerald Veasley Announces Instructors for 2024 Bass BootCamp
Back in May, Gerald Veasley announced that his incredible Bass BootCamp was returning for 2024 on August 9th through the 11th. Veasley has just revealed the faculty lineup this year and it’s stacked.
Bass of the Week: Natasha Guitars NBSG Bass
This week, we’re checking out a unique instrument called the NBSG Bass from Natasha Guitars. Although it has a minimalist look, the lightweight, silent-style bass has a lot going on.
MonoNeon: Live at North Sea Jazz 2023
I just discovered this performance by MonoNeon at North Sea Jazz 2023, and I’m glad I did. Here’s 25+ minutes of funky, smooth goodness for you.
Chris Edwards and Kasabian Go Big On “Happenings”
Kasabian has released Happenings, marking the British band’s eighth studio album. The ten-song set is a concise collection of anthems with bassist Chris Edwards digging into disco-inspired rock lines. “These songs on this album are much more… you get them quick,” he told NME. “It’s not like you’re going to need to live with them for four or five months...
Cort Introduces Artisan C Deluxe Basses
Cort has added to its Artisan line of basses with the C4 and C5 Deluxe. The Artisan C Deluxe model, available in four- and five-string versions, is built with bolt-on construction and features a lightweight poplar body, a hard maple neck, and a 24-fret jatoba fingerboard.
Marcelo Yakko: El mejor dia es hoy
Our friend Marcelo Yakko sent this playthrough video for “El mejor dia es hoy” (“The best day is today”), from his new album, “Yakkosonics.” The track has both fretless and fretted basses.
Weekly Top 10: June 29 – July 5, 2024
Your weekly roundup of the top 10 stories from No Treble is here. This week, we have had a lot of bass gear, a great new blues lesson by Ryan Madora, our podcast episode with Michael Devin, and more.