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Watch Tony Levin Pair Slap Bass with Delay on King Crimson’s “Sleepless”
This 1984 performance of King Crimson’s “Sleepless” captures Tony Levin using slap bass, delay, and his yellow Music Man to power the song’s pulse live.
Want to Own a Bass Cabinet Company? Acme Sound Is Looking for a New Owner
Acme Sound founder Andy Lewis has suspended cabinet production and is searching for someone interested in taking over the longtime bass gear company.
Weekly Top 10: Kiesel’s Antares Bass, Bootsy Collins and Buckethead, and More
Kiesel’s Antares Bass leads this week’s most-read stories, alongside new Winzz basses, Bootsy Collins, Becky Baldwin, and more.
Watch Christian McBride Join Emmet Cohen for a Two-Hour Jazz Summit
Christian McBride, Warren Wolf, Sheléa, Joe Farnsworth, and Emmet Cohen deliver a spirited two hour performance rooted in straight ahead jazz and swing.
Mane Custom Bass Teams With P-Funk’s Lige Curry for the KJ5 Standard
P-Funk bassist Lige Curry joins Mane Custom Bass for the KJ5 Standard, a 35-inch five-string with Jazz pickups and a three-band EQ.
Harley Benton Unveils Aged Series PB-62 and JB-62 Basses
Harley Benton’s new PB-62 and JB-62 Aged Series basses feature hand-worn finishes, alder bodies, Alnico pickups, and light or heavy aging for just $238.
Watch Tony Levin & Stick Men Channel the Spirit of THRAK in Their New “Komodo” Video
Stick Men’s “Komodo” pairs Tony Levin’s Chapman Stick with dense rhythms, sharp turns, and a striking performance setting ahead of the trio’s new album.
Damian Erskine Launches Three BassEducation Practice Apps
Damian Erskine has launched three BassEducation apps for musicians, including a versatile metronome, tuner, and customizable ear trainer.
Kiesel Unveils the Antares Bass With Darkglass Electronics
Kiesel unveils the five-string Antares Bass with aggressive styling, two pickup configurations, a Darkglass preamp, and a removable body counterweight.
Watch Keanu Reeves and Dogstar Light Up Apple Music Radio with “Joy”
Dogstar brings “Joy” to Apple Music Radio with Keanu Reeves on bass, delivering a focused performance powered by a Fender PJ bass and a Gallien Krueger rig.
Tony Iommi Recruits Becky Baldwin for First Solo Album in 21 Years
Tony Iommi announces "From the Dark," his first solo album in 21 years, featuring Mercyful Fate bassist Becky Baldwin and vocalist Jorn Lande throughout.
Origin Effects Brings the Legendary “Pultec Trick” to the EQDELUXE Pedal
Origin Effects unveils the EQDELUXE, a Pultec-inspired analog EQ and drive pedal with low-end boost and cut controls, saturation, and high headroom for bass.