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D’Metri Basses HJJ 21-5: A Headless Bass Built for the Modern Player
D’Metri Bass Guitars is a new company that is based in Chicago, Illinois. This new company has built its first United States built bass, a headless model HJJ 21-5. The model name is derived from the fact that both pickups are jazz type pickups; the neck has 21 frets; the reviewed bass is a five string tuned BEADG. As a...
Panda Audio Future Impact V4.5 Adds DX7 Bass Sounds and Zero Latency Mode
Panda Audio has released the Future Impact V4.5 firmware update, adding 99 DX7 FM presets, Setlist mode, and a new Zero Latency pitch tracking option.
Neural DSP Introduces Darkglass Ultimate, a Studio-Ready Bass Rig Plugin
Neural DSP has introduced Darkglass Ultimate, a revamped bass plugin that expands Darkglass Ultra into a complete studio-ready rig.
Walrus Audio’s Highpoint Compressor Brings Bass-Friendly Control and Big Headroom
Walrus Audio has introduced the Highpoint Analog Optical Compressor, a new Monarch series pedal with sidechain high-pass filtering, parallel compression, and ±15V internal operation.
Darkglass Expands Anagram With New Plugin Marketplace for Effects, Amp Sims, and More
Darkglass Electronics has launched the Anagram Marketplace, adding third-party plugins, amp sims, and creative tools to its multi-effects platform.
Sunn Amps Unveils Beta Mini 200-Watt Amp with Dual Channels for Bass or Guitar
Sunn Amps has launched the Beta Mini, a 200-watt compact amp head with dual channels, analog MOSFET design, and bass/guitar voicing for just 3.9 pounds.
Bass of the Week: Serek’s 32-Inch Five-String Midwestern 2 Nails Comfort and Tone
This week’s Bass of the Week is a five-string Serek Midwestern 2 with a 32-inch scale, mahogany build, ebony fingerboard, and Nordstrand Zen Blades.
Todd Rundgren Auctions Rare Danelectro Longhorn Bass Used on “A Wizard, a True Star”
Todd Rundgren is auctioning a rare Danelectro Longhorn bass used on his 1973 album "A Wizard, a True Star" to support music education through the Spirit of Harmony Foundation.
Harley Benton Teams With BassTheWorld for Its Most Refined J-Style Bass Yet
Harley Benton teams up with BassTheWorld’s Gregor Fris for the MV-4JB Plus Signature bass, featuring Kloppmann pickups, premium woods, and high-end appointments.
Mesa/Boogie Introduces the Subway+ Bass DI-Preamp II With a 40% Smaller Chassis
Mesa/Boogie has introduced the Subway+ Bass DI-Preamp II, a compact bass preamp and DI pedal with a 40% smaller chassis, sweepable mids, hi-pass filter, and more.
Fender Unveils Vintera III Bass Series with New Jazz, Precision & Bass VI Models
Fender introduces the Vintera III Series, featuring new Jazz Bass, Precision Bass, and Bass VI models inspired by iconic ‘60s and ‘70s designs, with prices starting at $1,249.
Trace Elliot Launches Transformer DI With Huge Frequency Range for Bassists
Trace Elliot has introduced the Transformer DI, a new passive direct box for all instruments with extended frequency response and a design aimed at preserving tone.