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Lusithand Devices Packs Four-Band EQ and Extra Headroom Into the Codex Bass Preamp
Lusithand Devices introduces the Codex bass preamp pedal with a four-band EQ, Contour control, Attack switch, and an internal voltage converter for added headroom.
Watch Ellen Alaverdyan Pay Tribute to Jaco Pastorius with a Fretless Bass Performance
Ellen Alaverdyan, 14, honors Jaco Pastorius with “Portrait of Tracy,” then showcases her fretless bass playing on Jaminai’s original song “13 Town” live.
Rhonda Smith and The Power of 3 Bring an Unheard Hendrix Riff to Life
Rhonda Smith joins Orianthi and Cindy Blackman Santana in The Power of 3. Hear “Taxi,” built around an unheard Jimi Hendrix riff, ahead of their debut album.
Bass of the Week: Drake’s Stunning Take on the Short-Scale Hollowbody
This Drake Custom Bass hollowbody pairs a hand-carved curly maple top and vintage styling with Brooks pickups, stainless steel frets, and a short scale.
Nathan East Backs Eric Gales, Marcus King, and Joe Bonamassa on “Voodoo Child”
Watch Nathan East back Eric Gales, Marcus King, and Joe Bonamassa on Jimi Hendrix’s “Voodoo Child,” recorded at the 2026 Crossroads Guitar Festival in Austin.
Derek Frank Turns a No-Rehearsal Gig Into a Live Funk Workout on “In Case You Missed It, Vol. 2”
Derek Frank’s new live album captures his seven-piece band at the Baked Potato with no rehearsal, original grooves, and covers of The Meters and Tower of Power.
This Week in Bass: Bogensperger’s Bold Design, Brian Cook’s Crushing Tone, and Anna Butterss
This week’s top bass stories include the Bogensperger 0005P, Brian Cook’s crushing KEXP performance, Anna Butterss’s departure from the 400 Unit, and more.
Oteil Burbridge Breaks Out His New King Tut Short-Scale Bass for a John Scofield Classic
Watch Oteil Burbridge revisit John Scofield’s “Trim” with his new King Tut six-string bass and Epifani rig in a performance captured live at SFJAZZ in 2026.
Blu DeTiger Brings Bass, Disco, and Downtown Energy to “N.Y. Baby”
Blu DeTiger brings bass-driven funk, disco, and house together on her second album, “N.Y. Baby,” with guests including Flavor Flav, Holly Walker, and Jon Batiste.
Randy Fullmer’s Legacy Lives On in New Wyn Tribute Bass Line
Lea Bass Guitars honors Randy Fullmer with the Wyn Tribute line, featuring his designs and original components, with proceeds supporting cancer research.
Jimmy Garrison’s Incredible Upright Bass Solo with John Coltrane’s Classic Quartet
Jimmy Garrison delivers an extended upright bass solo during John Coltrane's 1963 performance of “Impressions” on Jazz Casual with the Classic Quartet.
Ministry Brings Paul Barker Back for One Last Stand on Farewell Album
Ministry releases its final album, “Hate to Go - Take Out Or Delivery,” featuring bassist Paul D'Amour and Paul Barker's first appearance in over 20 years.