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Rockboard Announces the MOD 4 Wireless System and Patchbay
Warwick’s Rockboard has expanded its lineup with the MOD 4, an all-in-one wireless system receiver and patchbay for pedalboards. Its wireless portion works in the 2.4 GHz ISM band and has a 20Hz to 20kHz frequency range at just 5 ms of latency.
Steve Bailey and Victor Wooten Host Prince’s Bassists For Free Webinar
Steve Bailey and Victor Wooten are continuing their webinar series this week with one focused on the topic of working with Prince. The roundtable, dubbed “Prince-Shed”, will include BrownMark, Rhonda Smith, Andrew Gouche, Ida Neilsen, and Paul Peterson.
Marcus Gilmore and Ghost-Note: Southern Spirits
Here’s a recent video from Zildjian LIVE! series’ second season, which features drummer Marcus Gilmore performing with Ghost-Note. “Southern Spirits” is a tune written by Robert Sput Searight and features the always awesome MonoNeon on bass.
The Plate Scrapers Release “Destination Horizon”
The Plate Scrapers have released their third studio album, “Destination Horizon”, which is the first to document their evolving style. Based in the bluegrass tradition, the five-piece band includes No Treble’s Managing Editor, Kevin Johnson, on bass.
Dee Dee Ramone’s Fender Precision Bass Up For Auction
Gabba Gabba Hey! Ramones bassist Dee Dee Ramone’s personal Fender Precision bass is currently up for sale via RR Auction. The cream-colored P-Bass is described as the Ramone’s main axe from 1979 to 1985.
John McLaughlin and The 4th Dimension: Lockdown Blues
John McLaughlin and The 4th Dimension got together virtually on June 10th to record their first new tune in 5 years. This was done to support the Jazz Foundation of America. Check out Etienne Mbappe and the band trading off some incredible solos on this one!
In Memoriam: Steve Helgeson
Sad news to share today: luthier Steve Helgeson of Moonstone Guitars has passed away after a long bout with cancer. Bass legend Leland Sklar shared the news on his Facebook page.
Bass of the Week: EBG-Instruments EBG-4 JJ SP “Steampunk” Bass
This week we’re taking a look at an amazing steampunk bass from EBG-Instruments built for endorser Jimmy Johannson. Luthier Marc Locher implemented tons of features to the instrument, including a band logo and a volume control that goes to 11.
Gibson & Bronzini: The Other Thing
Aaron Gibson and Nahuel Bronzini are working together on some really exciting new music. Their latest track, an acoustic version of “The Other Thing”, just released along with this beautiful video.
Norah Jones Returns with “Pick Me Up Off The Floor”
Norah Jones has returned with her seventh studio album. “Pick Me Up Off The Floor” is a conglomeration of songs Jones created over the last few years with many collaborators, including Christopher Thomas, John Patitucci, Jesse Murphy, Josh Lattanzi, and Jeff Tweedy.
Fodera Announces 5-String Yin Yang Standard Basses
Fodera has announced they are able to get back to work in their shop, and with that announcement came more news. They’ll now be offering the newly revamped Yin Yang Standard in a five-string version.
Lorenzo Feliciati: Thief Like Me
Here’s a video by our good friend Lorenzo Feliciati, along with William Stravato, Aidan Zammit, Gianluca Palmieri. I dig this tune, “Thief Like Me” - and that bass tone!