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Ernie Ball Music Man Introduces 5-String DarkRay Bass
After teaming up with Darkglass Electronics to unveil the DarkRay bass last year, Ernie Ball Music Man added a five-string version to the lineup.
Paul Thompson: Michael Henderson Bass History (and The Illest Bass Break Ever)
Paul Thompson, who goes by pdbass on Youtube, posted an excellent bass history video the other day, focusing on the work of Michael Henderson. Paul also breaks down what Marcus Miller calls “the illest bass break ever!”
Josh Gilbert Leaves As I Lay Dying, Ryan Neff Steps In
Josh Gilbert has left the ranks of the California metalcore band As I Lay Dying. He made the announcement via Instagram. Ryan Neff of Miss May I will join the band for their tour.
Walrus Audio Introduces the Badwater Bass Preamp and DI
Bass players have utilized Walrus Audio pedals for years, but now the company has unveiled its first unit dedicated to bass. The Walrus Audio Badwater is a preamp and DI pedal complete with an optical compressor, an overdrive, and a four-band EQ.
Frowin Ickler: Recreation of Epic Synth Bass Part 1 – Me Too
No Treble reader Frowin Ickler reached out to let us know he has a new Youtube channel dedicated to the “recreation of epic synth bass lines.” In Part 1, he recreates synth bass for the song “Me Too“ by Meghan Trainor (and shares the gear list).
Steve Lawson Pays Tribute to Rick Turner with New Album
The world lost a visionary and pioneer of the bass world when Rick Turner passed away on April 17, 2022. Steve Lawson had a special relationship with Turner, and he’s just released a tribute album, simply called “Rick”.
Just Like That: An Interview with James “Hutch” Hutchinson
Bonnie Raitt recently released her 21st studio album, entitled “Just Like That…” The album features longtime bassist and session legend James “Hutch” Hutchinson. We caught up with Hutch to get the scoop.
Aeon Station: Air
Aeon Station visited the KEXP studios in April and performed four tunes. Here they are rocking the song “Air,” with Kevin Whelan and Lysa Opfer on bass.
Korg USA Acquires Majority Interest in Darkglass Electronics
After revealing they had purchased Aguilar Amplification in January, Korg USA has announced the acquisition of another popular bass brand: Darkglass Electronics. Korg USA president Joe Castronovo delivered the news in a press release.
Evan Marien: The Hardest Music I’ve Ever Learned
Tigran Hamasyan saw Evan Marien and Dana Hawkins perform live. The next day, he hit up Evan to be on his next album. Evan shared the story behind what he went through to perform “the hardest music I’ve ever learned”.
Matt Freeman Selling Personal Gear on Reverb
Punk bass icon Matt Freeman is opening a shop on Reverb to sell some of his bass gear, which he has collected over his career. The Rancid and Operation Ivy bassist will be selling his personal basses, pedals, and guitars.
Carol Kaye to Receive Les Paul Innovation Award at NAMM TEC Awards
Each year, the NAMM TEC Committee honors legendary musicians with the Les Paul Innovation Award. The recipient for 2022 is one of the most influential bassists of all time: Carol Kaye.