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Hear the Magic of Michael Manring’s “Blue Orleans” on Solo Bass
In this newly released video, Michael Manring performs “Blue Orleans,” blending melody and texture on his custom Zon Hyperbass.
Glockenklang Changes Hands After 50 Years: New Owner Promises to Continue Bass Amp Tradition
Gawan Linnemann becomes Glockenklang’s new owner and outlines his vision for the next chapter in the bass amp maker’s 50-year history.
This Microtonal 6-String Bass Has 62 Frets: Matt Pollock Explains Why
Matt Pollock’s 62-fret bass uses a 31-tone tuning system to explore new harmonic territory with remarkable clarity.
Watch: Bassist Pops Magellan and Sput Team Up for a Soul-Soaked Jazz-Fusion Session
Pops Magellan leads a cosmic live session with Sput, blending soul, jazz fusion, and Brazilian groove on her Fender Mustang Bass.
Nikki Sixx Selling Motley Crue Vegas Residency Stage-Played Basses with VIP Experience
Nikki Sixx is selling stage-played basses from Mötley Crüe’s Vegas residency, each bundled with a VIP meet & greet and photo op after the show.
From Rush in 1981 to Claypool-Approved Gear: This Week’s Top Bass Stories
This week’s top bass stories: a vintage Rush clip, Les Claypool’s gear pick, standout bass builds, funk lessons, and more from the No Treble team.
Dead and Company Celebrate Jerry’s Birthday as Oteil Burbridge Unveils Dire Wolf Bass
Dead & Company marked Jerry Garcia’s birthday weekend with a standout show featuring Oteil Burbridge and his new Dire Wolf bass.
NOFX’s “Barcelona”: How the Unlikely Combination of Fat Mike and David Pastorius Created a Genre-Bending Bass Gem
David Pastorius breaks down his collaboration with Fat Mike on NOFX’s “Barcelona” and shares a video on how to play his standout bass parts.
Ron Carter Talks Double Bass Gear and Legacy in This Exclusive Interview
In this exclusive interview, Ron Carter reflects on his iconic bass career, his trusted gear setup, and lessons from recording over 2,200 sessions.
Listen: Pino Palladino and Blake Mills Drop “Contour” from Upcoming Album, “That Wasn’t a Dream”
Pino Palladino and Blake Mills unveil “Contour,” the second single from their upcoming album, That Wasn’t a Dream, featuring fretless textures and rich tone.
Watch: Tim Lefebvre Anchors “Feelin’ Alright” with Tedeschi Trucks Band & Leon Russell
Tedeschi Trucks Band’s LOCKN’ 2015 set with Leon Russell and Tim Lefebvre on bass delivers a heavy, soulful take on “Feelin’ Alright.”
“There’s a Lot to Unpack Musically”: The Wood Brothers Return with Ninth Album, “Puff of Smoke”
Puff of Smoke marks The Wood Brothers’ ninth album, spotlighting Chris Wood’s bass mastery and a fresh mix of rock, soul, blues, and Americana.