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]
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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.
Bass of the Week: This DIY “CYBERBASS” Was Built from Scratch – And It’s an Absolute Synth Monster
Matteo Pisani's DIY "CYBERBASS" is packed with a built-in synth, wireless tech, and a tuner—crafted from scratch in true mad scientist fashion.
Bass of the Week: A Game-Changing Neck? Meet Sam Houston’s Radius Bass
With an ultra-thin body and a carbon-molded neck, Sam Houston’s Radius Bass takes bass innovation to the next level. Here’s what makes it special.
A Rocker’s Dream? Meet the Baum Guitars Nidhogg – Our Bass of the Week
With striking looks and a tone built for rock, the Baum Guitars Nidhogg is turning heads. Here’s what makes it our Bass of the Week.
Bass of the Week: Meet the Marusya DC2 – A Boutique Bass With a Striking Look
The Marusya Guitars DC2 is a boutique bass with a striking matte white finish, EMG pickups, and premium hardware.
Bass of the Week: This Padalka Ennea Moonglide Bass Blends Fretted and Fretless for a Unique Playing Experience
The Padalka Ennea Moonglide bass blends fretted and fretless playability in a striking design. Featuring Aguilar electronics and thoughtful craftsmanship, this five-string model offers a fresh take on modern bass construction.
Bass of the Week: The Upgraded Brooks 1.2 Short-Scale, Inspired by a Classic
The Brooks 1.2 is an upgraded short-scale bass inspired by the original Brooks 1, featuring a chambered mahogany body, flamed maple top, and powerful Artec humbuckers. With a nod to classic designs and modern upgrades, this bass delivers versatile tones and stunning aesthetics.
Bass of the Week: This Hand-Painted Boyarsky Paradox is a Custom Masterpiece
Explore the Boyarsky Guitars Paradox #213-12—a custom bass featuring hand-painted details and cutting-edge electronics for stunning looks and sound.
Bass of the Week: Inside the “SUPERFRO” – A MonoNeon-Inspired Custom LEH Guitars Offset 5
We’ve shared a few LEH Guitars models over the years, but this one really stands out. This colorful Offset 5 “SUPERFRO” was built for Frowin Ickler, who wanted an instrument with specs based on the Fender MonoNeon signature bass.
Bass of the Week: Meet the Anachronist, 13 Ghosts’ Handmade Marvel from Germany
Thorsten Behrens of 13 Ghosts shared his latest build with us, and it looks like a beast. The Anachronist is our Bass of the Week.
Best of 2024: 10 Beautiful to Bizarre “Bass of the Week” Picks That Readers Loved
When Kevin started the "Bass of the Week" column in 2011, his goal was to share low-end instruments ranging from beautiful to bizarre. Here are the top 10 that caught your eye in 2024.