Basses

Oteil Burbridge’s “Dire Wolf Bass” made waves at GD60, blending Garcia’s Wolf guitar legacy with Asher Guitars’ stunning craftsmanship.

The 2025 Tim Commerford StingRay gets new finishes and a full-scale design, plus refinements inspired by the Rage Against the Machine bassist.

Nikki Sixx is selling stage-played basses from Mötley Crüe’s Vegas residency, each bundled with a VIP meet & greet and photo op after the show.

Inspired by Morphine’s Mark Sandman, Eastwood’s “The Sandman” is a two-string bass with custom specs and a nod to the late bassist’s unique sound.

Pachyderm debuts the Sleek Bass with 29 frets, a Squid Ink Black finish, and a personal stamp of approval from Les Claypool himself.

Explore Ernie Ball Music Man’s Pino Palladino series, including a hand-signed replica of his iconic ’79 fretless StingRay that defined his sound.

Markbass and Andrew Gouché team up on the new GV GOG bass line, featuring noiseless JJ pickups, passive electronics, and two striking finishes.

Frank Bello’s new Spector NC-4 is now shipping, featuring EMG pickups, a custom purple finish, and a tribute to his mother and grandmother.

Peavey's flagship Cirrus Bass is back for 2025, featuring upgraded VFL electronics, exotic wood tops, and a neck-through design.

Luna unveils the Moonbird Acoustic/Electric Bass, featuring a 24-inch scale, lunar inlays, and a rechargeable preamp for tone shaping on the go.

Fender’s 2025 Squier Classic Vibe basses include Telecaster and Jazz designs with vintage aesthetics, modern features, and multiple finish choices.

Nordstrand introduces the Acinonyx V, a short scale five-string bass featuring a PolyVox pickup and custom shop build by Carey Nordstrand.