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The old adage is true: so many basses, so little time. That’s why we’re bringing you the “Bass of the Week,” a column featuring low-end instruments ranging from beautiful to bizarre. Have a bass you think we should feature? Drop us a note at [email protected]

Bass of the Week: Contriver Guitars’ Plunk is a Headless Six-String with Wild Design DNA

The Contriver Guitars Plunk Bass blends Parker Fly and BC Rich design cues with modern features like a headless tuning system, an asymmetrical neck, and Aguilar electronics.

Built for Punk Players: Ferner Guitars’ Cadet Bass is Our Bass of the Week

Ferner's Cadet Bass blends short-scale comfort with punk attitude, featuring custom options and vintage flair.

Bass of the Week: This Boutique Bass Will Stop You In Your Tracks

This boutique Locus bass by Nichols Guitar Co. caught our eye with its stunning woods, multi-scale neck, and 26 frets. See what makes it stand out.

Bass of the Week: A 3-String Bass Carved from a Single Slab – with a Snarling Headstock

DaShtick's Bad Dog Bass is a 3-string, hand-carved creation built from a single piece of ash—complete with a snarling headstock.

Bass of the Week: A Client’s Wild Idea Sparked This One-of-a-Kind Acoustic Bass

The Madrigal bass was born from a daring idea, custom-built by Tyler Wells to push boundaries and deliver a bold acoustic voice.

Bass of the Week: Kauer’s Cubist-Inspired Draken #012 Stuns in Antique White

This week's featured bass is Kauer's Draken #012, a cubist-inspired design with an antique white finish and standout Art Deco vibes.

Bass of the Week: Simpson SBIII-FT Merges Archtop Vibe With Solid Body Power

Simpson's SBIII-FT is a modern hybrid bass that blends archtop warmth with solid body power in a handcrafted, highly resonant design.

Bass of the Week: Meet the 37-Inch Swiss-Made Bass That Pushes Design Boundaries

This week's Bass of the Week features the Saitenkraft Interceptor5, a unique multiscale bass from Switzerland.

Bass of the Week: Fodera’s Masterbuilt Ruby Is More Than a Bass – It’s a One-of-a-Kind Tribute

Designed by Vinny Fodera and his team, the Masterbuilt Ruby is a stunning 5-string bass with intricate details celebrating Fodera's 40th anniversary

Bass of the Week: How Gildaxe Crafted This One-of-a-Kind Vintage-Inspired Bass

Gildaxe's JIOSONIC IV is a custom bass built with vintage parts—plus a unique feature that lets it stand upright. See why this build is one of a kind.

Bass of the Week: The UFO Bass? Tristan Devaucoup’s 6EQUJ5 Redefines What a Bass Can Be

Tristan Devaucoup's 6EQUJ5 bass defies convention with its one-piece maple body, modular pickup system, and ultra-lightweight design. See what makes it unique.