Warwick Gnome review By Guy Dennis published 22 November 21 Warwick offers palm-sized amps with optional USB interfaces for an affordable price – and there's a lot to like
Mono’s M80 Vertigo Ultra is an upgraded take on its durable gigbag – with wheels! By Matt Parker published 19 November 21 The new version of the firm’s tough M80 Vertigo case also adds water resistance, shock proofing and reflective trim
“You’re the one”: Jason Newsted discusses his unforgettable first meeting with Cliff Burton’s mother By Jackson Maxwell published 18 November 21 The former Metallica bassist recalls how he was welcomed with open arms as a new member by the band's inner circle
Klaus Voormann: “John Lennon gave me all the freedom in the world... The Plastic Ono Band lineup of Ringo, John and me is my favorite of all time” By Richard Purden published 18 November 21 How many bass players have shared the stage with the Beatles, both as a band and individually? Only one...
Vidami launches the Vidami Blue, a wireless Bluetooth looper pedal that can navigate YouTube videos, DAWs and more By Sam Roche published 17 November 21 The California company once again seeks to make modern guitar playing and learning less disruptive, and this time adds digital audio workstation compatibility and a tab scrolling mode
Harley Benton JB-75MN NA Vintage and RB-414KB Classic review By Hywel Davies published 17 November 21 Budget basses with classic aesthetics and packing a rich tone
Glenn Hughes endorses Ashdown By Jackson Maxwell published 16 November 21 The Deep Purple, Black Country Communion and Dead Daisies low-end ranger has added the British company's Arc and Low Rider four-strings to his rig
Cradle of Filth’s Dan Firth: “With such busy music, you need to really pick your spot... There’s a lot to be said for being really deliberate with your basslines” By Bass Player Staff published 16 November 21 The Filth bassist discusses note choice, his growth as a player, and walks us through the most enticing specs of his new signature Schecter five-string
Geezer Butler: "It was always magical playing with Tony. We never had to discuss anything – it just seemed to happen. To me, he’s the greatest guitarist ever" By Joel McIver, Amit Sharma published 15 November 21 The bass legend looks back on his time with Tony Iommi and Black Sabbath, shares his highlights from new solo boxset Manipulations of the Mind, and reveals why he's turning to six- and seven-string basses for future material
Prince and Jeff Beck bassist Rhonda Smith returns with new single Won’t Come Back By Matt Parker published 12 November 21 The in-demand bassist has released her first new solo material in 15 years
Hear two new songs from Dave Navarro, Taylor Hawkins, and Chris Chaney’s NHC project By Matt Parker published 12 November 21 Devil That You Know and Lazy Eyes are the latest cuts from the LA trio
Classic gear: Rickenbacker 4001 By Rod Brakes published 12 November 21 This classic electric bass was Rickenbacker’s bestseller of the '70s
Code Orange are Out For Blood as they debut savage new single By Sam Roche published 12 November 21 While the track dabbles occasionally in poppier-style arrangements, guitarists Reba Meyers and Dominic Landolina are on hand to deliver crushing drop-tuned riffage
The Tragically Hip’s Gord Sinclair: "Find the holes in the melodic dialog with the guitars and the vocals – that’s when you find your moment as a bass player" By Bass Player Staff published 11 November 21 With the Canadian stalwarts returning with an album of nostalgic songs, Sinclair explains why now is the time to celebrate the Hip
Korn announce 14th studio album Requiem, share brooding first single, Start the Healing By Sam Roche published 11 November 21 The album – which was “born of time and the ability to create without pressure” – arrives February 4
The Silver Snark clip-on tuner has been overhauled to make it faster and more accurate By Matt Parker published 10 November 21 The brand’s ‘Hyper-Snark’ software is at the heart of the Silver Snark 2's more responsive design
Best beginner bass guitars in 2021: four-string bass guitars for beginners By Jonathan Horsley published 10 November 21 The best beginner basses for young players, newcomers and the budget-conscious – featuring Yamaha, Squier, Ibanez and more
Thundercat dishes out a souped-up, jazz-charged rendition of Dragonball Durag on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert By Matt Owen published 10 November 21 In the company of Colbert house band leader Jon Batiste, the bass virtuoso delivers a hypnotic performance complete with off-the-cuff noodling and a face-melting solo
The Meters’ George Porter Jr: “My note choices may have gotten better... In a trio, there’s room for me to be busier” By Bass Player Staff published 10 November 21 The funk bass legend sits down to talk about his career in low end, the bass gear that gets the job done, and the benefits of early morning recording
Gibson Non-Reverse Thunderbird Bass review By Ian Glasper published 10 November 21 The offset bass guitar classic returns in three eye-catching finishes – but does it bring the thunder?
