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Video: MTD Wipes the Slate Clean: Inside the All-New Kingston Bass Line
Basses

Video: MTD Wipes the Slate Clean: Inside the All-New Kingston Bass Line

At NAMM 2026, MTD revealed a fully rebuilt Kingston bass line, with new materials, electronics, and design choices aimed at bringing it closer to the USA models.

MTD’s Norm Stockton KNSJ5 Saratoga Is Here — A Signature 5-String with Serious Soul
Basses

MTD’s Norm Stockton KNSJ5 Saratoga Is Here — A Signature 5-String with Serious Soul

MTD adds the Norm Stockton Signature KNSJ5 to its Kingston line, featuring a 35" scale, a quilted maple top, and Bartolini electronics.

The Tobias Luthier Legacy: Building Basses and Giving Back
Columns

The Tobias Luthier Legacy: Building Basses and Giving Back

Throughout his career, Michael Tobias has quietly and generously supported musicians in need. Guest contributor Luke Putney shares the story on The Tobias Luthier Legacy.

Phil Jones Bass Hosts Second Solo Bass Competition
Events

Phil Jones Bass Hosts Second Solo Bass Competition

Calling all solo bass players! Phil Jones Bass, La Bella Strings, MTD Basses, and Tsunami Cables are teaming up for a solo bass competition to be held June 3rd in Brooklyn, New York. The day-long event will also include a Bass Expo showing off all the best gear from the sponsors. “In the previous competition, we had multiple competitors from...