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Squier Classic Vibe 70s Jazz Bass Active: finished in Ocean Turquoise, this keenly priced four-string is photographed in close-up with a patterned rug and wooden floor in the background.
“It evokes a cool old Jazz Bass that's picked up some useful mods over its life”: Squier Classic Vibe Active ’70s Jazz Bass review

By Connor Flys Published

Is it a '70s-inspired Jazz Bass? Is it a modernised active bass? Yes to both...

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The Squier Classic Vibe Telecaster Bass is a fine-looking four-string in a custard-colored Vintage White, and is here photographed in close-up, against a plain wooden background. It has a single Wide Range humbucker.
“It might not be to all tastes, but its retro charm and sonic potential are compelling indeed”: Squier Classic Vibe Telecaster Bass review

By Connor Flys Published

Squier reissues an oddity from Fender's bass archives, complete with a Wide Range humbucker – is this its time?

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Dingwall SP1: the new multi-scale four-string makes a great albeit pricey introduction to the format
“Could this Dingwall convert newcomers to fanned frets? Well, why not?”: Dingwall SP1 review

By Connor Flys Published

This modern take on a classic design could open up new markets for Dingwall

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Cort Fusion 4 bass
“This bass has plenty of cutting power, and it's versatile enough to handle just about any gig”: Cort GB-Fusion 4 review

By Nick Wells Published

A new entry to the wallet-friendly bass market, the Cort GB-Fusion 4 combines impressive pickups and hardware with classic J-Bass style

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Squier Debut P-Bass
I bought the cheapest bass Fender makes from Amazon and it genuinely surprised me: Squier Debut Series Precision Bass review

By Rob Laing Published

The Amazon-exclusive Debut Series is aimed at beginners, but could it also be ideal for modders and guitarists who need a bass for recording too?

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Tobias Growler IV: the cult-classic bass guitar returns in a natural finish, revealing all the patterns and wood grain
“Esoteric boutique vibe, superb ergonomics and a powerful, unique preamp”: Tobias Growler IV review

By Connor Flys Published

The cult-classic Growler bass makes a long-overdue return to the bass market

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Shergold Telstar Bass
“Sounds great, bridges the gap between guitar and bass very nicely, and does so with heaps of character”: Shergold Telstar Standard Bass review

By Stuart Williams Published

The revived UK brand unleashes a guitarist-friendly short-scale four-stringer that’s easy to play, and easy on the wallet

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Sterling StingRay 2 bass
Sterling By Music Man Intro Series StingRay review

By Nick Wells Published

As a budget-friendly version of the US-made original, can this wallet-friendly StingRay really do the business?

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Epiphone Grabber
“Gene Simmons used a Grabber for a reason – because they play like nothing else on earth”: Epiphone Grabber Bass review

By Nick Wells Published

With its classic looks and budget-friendly price tag, is the revived Grabber still as iconic?

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Sterling by Music Man Joe Dart Artist Series bass
“In terms of sheer value for money, it’s hard to beat”: Sterling by Music Man Joe Dart Artist Series Bass review

By Nick Wells Published

On paper, the Sterling Joe Dart model looks like a remarkable reproduction of Music Man’s pro-standard version. Could this be as good as it gets for a $399 bass?

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