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Cort Introduces the Artisan C5 Plus OVMH and C4 Plus OVMH Basses
Cort is upgrading their Artisan series again this year with the introduction of the Artisan C5 Plus OVMH and C4 Plus OVMH. The new basses build on the lineup with a rounder body shape and more.
Aaron Gibson: Said No Lover (Solo Bass)
It is always a thrill to see a new video by our good friend, Aaron Gibson. In this clip, Aaron is doing “solo bass in the yard”, taking on his tune, “Said No Lover”, in a new way.
The Rolling Stones Reissue “A Bigger Bang: Live on Copacabana Beach”
In 2006, The Rolling Stones held one of the biggest free concerts in history. The band played to a whopping 1.5 million fans and released a live album in 2007. Now they’ve re-edited and remastered the release for 2021.
Top 10: The Most Watched Bass Videos (June 2021)
June was a pretty great month for videos on No Treble. Of the 30 we shared, here are your top 10 favorites for the month.
The Brown’stone: Pentatonic Scale Patterns That Will Open Up Your Fretboard
Rich Brown’s students call this bass lesson a game-changer. This week in The Brown’stone on No Treble, Rich takes a look at some Pentatonic sequential patterns that not only sound great but will also open up your fretboard in a colossal way.
Marcus Miller on Larry Graham: Finding the Funk
Our friends at Bart Funk Bass shared this great excerpt from the 2013 “Finding The Funk” documentary film. In this clip, Marcus Miller shares his thoughts on the work and influence of the great Larry Graham.
Harvie S Releases Archive Recording Featuring Mike Stern, Alan Dawson
In 1985, jazz bassist Harvie S was offered a gig at the 1369 Club in Cambridge. He called upon Mike Stern and Alan Dawson to make a trio. Luckily, the gigs were recorded and we can now hear the bassist’s band with the new album “Going For It”.
Reader Spotlight: Mariya-Andoniya Andonova
Meet Mariya-Andoniya Andonova, a bassist originally from Bulgaria who now resides in New York. Mariya-Andoniya is this week’s No Treble reader in the spotlight (you could be next). Here’s her story…
TWA Revamps the Triskelion Harmonic Energizer Pedal
TWA has updated the Triskelion Harmonic Energizer pedal for 2021 to include a slimmed down profile and more versatility. The unit, which is a recreation of the 70s-era Systech Harmonic Energizer, marks the third iteration of the pedal.
Dee Gees (Foo Fighters): You Should Be Dancing
The Foo Fighters have morphed into the Dee Gees, and a new album is coming. “Hail Satin” will be available on vinyl on July 17th through Record Store Day 2021. Here’s the first taste, with the band performing the Bee Gees’ “You Should Be Dancing”.
Korn Announces Touring Bassist
Last month, Fieldy announced he would be sitting out of Korn’s upcoming tour to focus on taking care of himself. Now the band has revealed the identity of the bassist that will fill his shoes for the gigs.
Bass of the Week: Meridian Guitars J-24
This week we’re checking out a Meridian Guitars J-24 with an ash body and natural finish to let the wood grain speak for itself. The five-stringer’s neck is made from maple that was cut in 1986, which is then topped with a phenolic resin fretboard.