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Bass of the Week: Musicvox Space Cadet Custom 12-String Bass
Bass of the Week

Bass of the Week: Musicvox Space Cadet Custom 12-String Bass

This week we’re taking a look at a new limited edition 12-string bass built by Musicvox called the Space Cadet. This version features a 3-tone sunburst over a flame maple top for a dynamite combo.

Felton Guitars and Kevin Scott Announce the King Bass
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Felton Guitars and Kevin Scott Announce the King Bass

Felton Guitars has announced the King Bass, a signature model for Kevin Scott. Scott worked with luthier Jon Levister to create what he calls “an original take on a classic meets modern tone.”

Bass of the Week: Carl Thompson Full Frills Serial #12520
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Bass of the Week: Carl Thompson Full Frills Serial #12520

Carl Thompson is a pioneer of bass building, and he’s still pushing the limits and building world-class instruments. This week we’re checking out his latest build, made for Brian Kelly, who got a Full-Frills model with an enormous 38-inch scale.

Eastwood Guitars Announces Tiger Bass
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Eastwood Guitars Announces Tiger Bass

Eastwood Guitars has unveiled another new project for 2021 with the Tiger Bass. Modeled after Jerry Garcia’s iconic instrument, the bass version will carry on many of the features as their guitar tribute.

Bass of the Week: Singleton Guitars Stellar Funk5
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Bass of the Week: Singleton Guitars Stellar Funk5

Singleton Guitars’ Stellar Funk5 bass features a killer purple and pearl yin yang design. It’s hand-crafted by luthier Mark Singleton, who built it with a Western Red cedar body, a flamed maple neck, and a bubinga fingerboard.

BITE Guitars Announces the Pussycat Bass
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BITE Guitars Announces the Pussycat Bass

BITE Guitars has unveiled a new showpiece called the Pussycat Bass, which features a leopard pattern spray-painted by hand. The new finish style is a new offering in the already highly customizable lineup.

Ernie Ball Music Man Announces Two Basses in December’s Ball Family Reserve
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Ernie Ball Music Man Announces Two Basses in December’s Ball Family Reserve

Ernie Ball Music Man has unveiled their December lineup for the Ball Family Reserve series, which includes two takes on the Stingray Special. This includes the Stingray Special 5 in a Kinetic Blue finish and the Stingray Special – Passive.

Kiesel Announces Dustin Davidson DD4 Signature Headless Bass
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Kiesel Announces Dustin Davidson DD4 Signature Headless Bass

Kiesel Guitars has unveiled the new Dustin Davidson Signature DD4 headless bass. Created with the August Burns Red bassist, the new model is based on the company’s Thanos Series TB4 with special custom shop appointments.

Adamovic Unveils the Katana Concept Bass
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Adamovic Unveils the Katana Concept Bass

Adamovic Basses has unveiled the latest in their Concept line of instruments with The Katana bass. The company has been developing it for several years, which advanced thanks to a collaboration with Moto Fukushima.

Yamaha Announces Limited Edition Peter Hook Signature Bass
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Yamaha Announces Limited Edition Peter Hook Signature Bass

Yamaha has introduced a new Signature Series model with the Peter Hook Signature BB Bass. The former Joy Division/New Order bassist worked with the company to combine aspects of his BB1200S and the BB734A that he currently plays with The Light.

Bass of the Week: Stradi Reformer
Bass of the Week

Bass of the Week: Stradi Reformer

Stradi is known for their beautiful blend of modern and classical elements in their designs, but this week we’re taking a look at a more traditional electric bass called the Reformer - our bass of the week.

Ulrich BassDesign Introduces Retro 57 Bass
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Ulrich BassDesign Introduces Retro 57 Bass

Ulrich BassDesign has unveiled a new line of basses called the Retro 57 Series. Handcrafted in their workshop in Germany, the basses are inspired by the instruments, cars, and lifestyle of the 1950s.