Markbass Archives
Bass of the Week: Markbass GV 5 GOG Delivers Andrew Gouché Style in a Classic 5-String
The Markbass GV 5 GOG is a 5-string bass designed with gospel legend Andrew Gouché, featuring noiseless JJ pickups, vintage-style block inlays, and punchy passive tone.
Markbass Expands Yellow Series with MB5 Yellow JB 5-String Bass
Markbass expands its Yellow Series with the MB5 Yellow JB, a five-string J-style bass featuring passive electronics, single coils, and the brand’s signature yellow finish.
Richard Bona Trio Captured Live in an Intimate Jazz Setting
This live trio performance shows Richard Bona leaning into straight ahead jazz with great time, strong interaction, and a relaxed groove.
Richard Bona Takes on Teen Town: A Live Tribute to Jaco Pastorius
Richard Bona delivers a two hour live set in Germany, with a standout moment covering Jaco Pastorius’ iconic Teen Town.
Michael League x Nate Smith: A London Performance That Hits Hard
Michael League’s vintage P Bass tone and subtle effects choices add real character to this hour long London set with Nate Smith, creating a laid back and engaging performance.
Vulfpeck’s “MSG II” Hits YouTube as the Vinyl Release Highlights Joe Dart’s Live Mastery
Joe Dart’s tone and bass work shine throughout Vulfpeck’s MSG II, now streaming in full and released on vinyl for listeners wanting a deeper look at the performance.
Ernest Tibbs and Simon Phillips Showcase Tight Rhythm Work on “You Can’t But You Can” at Little Big Beat Studio
Ernest Tibbs and Simon Phillips appear at Little Big Beat for a Studio Live Session performance of You Cant But You Can with Tibbs on his Xotic five string Jazz.
Mark Peric Pushes the Groove Forward with the Fusion-Charged “Easy Tiger”
Easy Tiger finds Mark Peric leading a powerhouse live band with fat low end, sharp horn lines, and an aggressive jazz funk fusion groove that feels alive and locked in.
Watch: Hadrien Feraud Grooves Hard with His Mayones Signature on WHOEVAZNTAWN’s ‘Step Aside’
Hadrien Feraud and WHOEVAZNTAWN continue their run of great videos with “Step Aside,” a deep groove powered by his Mayones and Markbass combo.
The Deep Pocket: Derrick Hodge’s Miura Bass Shines in Montreal with Nate Smith and Lalah Hathaway
At Montreal Jazz Fest, Derrick Hodge shows the depth of his groove and the voice of his Miura MB2 alongside Nate Smith and Lalah Hathaway.
Hadrien Feraud Brings Fire to WHOEVAZNTAWN’s “Tell ya What”
WHOEVAZNTAWN’s “Tell ya What” features Hadrien Feraud on his white Ken Smith 5-string and Markbass rig, locking into a soulful, funky groove.
Marcus Miller, John Scofield, & Louis Cato Light Up Colbert Stage with “Black Man Blues”
Marcus Miller brings his signature tone to “Black Man Blues” with John Scofield and Louis Cato in a must-see Late Show performance of jazz funk mastery.