Best of 2025
The Best of 2025 on No Treble: Our Complete Year-End Roundup
Catch up on all of No Treble’s Best of 2025 features in one place, from standout bassists to essential gear and lessons.
No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists – #1: Why Les Claypool Still Leads the Way
Les Claypool finishes at No. 1 on No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists list following a standout year of gear, touring, and Primus highlights.
No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists: Paul McCartney Rises to #2
Paul McCartney rises to No. 2 on No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists list after a year of touring, releases, and renewed fan attention.
No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists: Black Sabbath’s Geezer Butler Reaches #3
Geezer Butler reaches No. 3 on No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists list following Black Sabbath’s final performance and deep dives into his gear.
No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists: Anthony Jackson’s Legacy Remembered at #4
Anthony Jackson is remembered at No. 4 on No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists list following an outpouring of tributes from the bass community.
No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists: Tony Levin Returns at #5
From BEAT’s live album to news of new King Crimson material, Tony Levin checks in at No. 5 on No Treble’s 2025 list.
No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists: Robert Trujillo Brings the Bass Thunder at #6
Robert Trujillo takes the No. 6 spot on No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists list after a year spanning metal milestones and new gear.
No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists: Geddy Lee Comes in at #7
Geddy Lee comes in at No. 7 on No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists list after a year filled with releases, gear, and renewed Rush buzz.
No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists: Charles Berthoud Checks In at #8
Charles Berthoud lands at No. 8 on No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists list after a year of boundary-pushing collaborations and solo bass work.
No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists: Pino Palladino Banner Year Lands Him at #9
Pino Palladino lands at No. 9 on No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists list after a banner year of signature gear, albums, and performances.
No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists: Victor Wooten Opens the 2025 List at #10
Victor Wooten starts No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists list at No. 10 after another highly visible year.
The Year in Bass Gear: 10 New Basses That Made Waves in 2025
Our most‑read new bass stories of 2025: a look at the instruments that captured the bass community’s attention this year, from stripped‑down builds to high‑tech designs.