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Schecter Reintroduces the Ultra Bass
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Schecter Reintroduces the Ultra Bass

Schecter Guitar Research is reintroducing its Ultra Bass series this year that will include a four-string and a five-string model. The 2020 version will feature the company’s original Ultra body shape fitted with EMG TBHZ pickups.

ESP Updates LTD D-Series Basses for 2020
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ESP Updates LTD D-Series Basses for 2020

ESP has updated its LTD D series of basses for 2020 with a new wood configuration. Most notable is their new burled poplar top that comes in a Black Natural Burst Satin finish.

Sire Announces the P10 Bass
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Sire Announces the P10 Bass

Sire is launching several new models for June including the new P10, which they describe as the higher version of their P7 model. “Just like the V10, the P10 has a roasted flame maple neck, giving you a high-end feel and sound,” the company says.

Fender Introduces the Player Series Mustang Bass PJ
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Fender Introduces the Player Series Mustang Bass PJ

Fender has expanded their Player Series of instruments with a handful of guitars and one new bass: the Player Mustang Bass PJ. The short-scale bass fits a new pickup set into the vintage body style.

Bass of the Week: RF Instruments Precision 52 Type Bass
Bass of the Week

Bass of the Week: RF Instruments Precision 52 Type Bass

Luthier Roberto Franceschini of RF Musical Instruments paid homage to a classic in one of his latest builds. The drool-worthy bass, which he calls a great love, is modeled after a ’52 P-bass.

ESP Adds to LTD F Series Basses
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ESP Adds to LTD F Series Basses

ESP has launched a new set of basses in its F Series from the LTD line. The LTD F-1004 and F-1005 are part of the LTD Deluxe range and feature a flamed maple top in a see-thru black finish over their sculpted bodies.

Bass of the Week: Harley Benton HB-60 WB
Bass of the Week

Bass of the Week: Harley Benton HB-60 WB

This week we’re checking out the Harley Benton HB-60 WB, a semi-hollow body bass with a super affordable price tag. Inspired by basses of the ’60s, the bass features a short 30.5-inch scale and walnut brown finish for a vintage vibe.

Sire Announces the U5 Passive Short Scale Bass
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Sire Announces the U5 Passive Short Scale Bass

After unveiling the prototype at last year’s NAMM Show, Sire is nearing the launch of their new U5 model. The bass is a short-scale instrument using their Marcus Miller Small Jazz Type body and P/J pickups.

Chris Seldon Guitars Unveils Ranger 4/34 Bass
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Chris Seldon Guitars Unveils Ranger 4/34 Bass

Chris Seldon Guitars (formerly Owl Bass Guitars) has announced their new flagship model called the Seldon Ranger 4/34. The new instrument features a full 34-inch scale and will be the company’s base model.

Kala Introduces Bamboo U-Bass
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Kala Introduces Bamboo U-Bass

Kala released a new U-Bass this year that they say is their most sustainable choice. The ukulele-sized acoustic/electric bass guitar is made entirely out of bamboo.

Schecter’s Banshee Bass Now Shipping
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Schecter’s Banshee Bass Now Shipping

Schecter is now shipping the Banshee Bass, a short-scale instrument they unveiled at the 2020 Winter NAMM Show. The vintage-styled instrument features a split-coil style bass with a 30-inch scale.

Fender Japan Launches Heritage Series Basses
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Fender Japan Launches Heritage Series Basses

Fender Japan has unveiled a new line of instruments called the Heritage Series that recreates features from the company’s past. The series was developed with Mark Kendrick, an original founding master builder of the Fender Custom Shop.