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New Gear: Fender Gold Foil Series
New Gear: Fender Gold Foil Series
Today, Fender is unveiling the Gold Foil Series – Inspired by garage rock bands of the sixties, and the cult classic guitars they played, the Gold Foil electric guitar series combines timeless Fender® designs with the dazzling style of a bygone era.
Long on looks and aces in the tone department, the Fender Gold Foil Collection combines the enduring charm of midcentury mail-order guitars with the style and playability of an authentic Fender, perfect for any player!
Here’s a rundown of the series:
- Gold Foil Jazzmaster®, 2023
- The Gold Foil Jazzmaster® comes equipped with a bound ebony fingerboard, pearloid block inlays, mahogany body, Bigsby® B50 vibrato and three Gold Foil mini-humbuckers
- Gold Foil Jazz Bass®, 2023
- The Gold Foil Jazz Bass® features an alder body, mid ‘60s C”-shaped maple neck with bound ebony fingerboard and a Gold Foil single-coil for full, punchy tone that complements the exceptional good looks.
- Gold Foil Telecaster®, 2023
- The Gold Foil Telecaster® delivers a spartan feature set steeped in vintage mojo. The mid-’60s C”-shaped maple neck and chopped brass barrel 3-saddle Tele® bridge provide an authentic Fender feel, while the ebony fingerboard, mahogany body, and pair of Gold Foil mini-humbuckers make for a unique style and sound.
Bass Videos
Artist Update With Bassist Derek Frank
Bassist Derek Frank…
Many of you will remember the last time I chatted with Derek Frank was back in 2017. The main thing that impressed me was how busy Derek was and how he juggled playing with many huge acts.
Now, I am happy to hear that Derek launched a new album last March titled “Origin Story” where he digs deep into his roots and pays homage to Pittsburg.
Join me as we get caught up after all these years and hear the details about the new album, how Derek gets his sound, and his plans for the future.
Photo, Stephen Bradley
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String Instrument Humidifiers
String Instrument Humidifiers
After living in some very humid parts of the country for decades, we moved to a dryer, much sunnier location. As a result, I started noticing some fret sprout on my string instruments and recently did a video on fret sprout correction.
It occurred to me that I should take a more preventative approach to string instrument humidification. Of course, I turned to my instrument maintenance experts, Music Nomad Equipment Care, for a solution and they suggested their Humitar series. (Note: They sent two press samples and I purchased the remainder online.)
Join me as I look at these useful tools for keeping my string instruments in tip-top condition.
The Humitar series is available online at Music Nomad Equipment Care, as well as Amazon.com
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Interview With Bassist Graham Stanush
Bassist Graham Stanush…
Return to Dust is keeping Grunge alive and well! They have a new self-titled album that went out on May 3rd, 2024 and will be super busy promoting this project in the near future.
Graham Stanush is the bass powerhouse driving their sound and adding vocals to the mix. Join me as we hear all about Graham’s musical journey, details about the new album, how he gets his sound and their plans for the future.
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Review: CrystalBright Rombo Picks
CrystalBright Rombo Picks
PR SamplePlaying bass with a pick is still a touchy subject in our community. I believe you should be able to use whatever you need to get your sound. Even though I mostly play with my fingers, I like to check out innovative new picks that might have something new to offer, sonically speaking.
Judith and Carlos from Rombo recently contacted me about a new material called CrystalBright that they have been researching for the last 12 months and offered to send some prototype picks. After trying them out, I put together this video with my findings.
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Bass Player Health
Preparing for Performance with Dr. Randy Kertz
Preparing for Performance…
This month we discuss how to prepare for a performance and easy strategies that go a long way.
Dr. Randall Kertz is the author of The Bassist’s Complete Guide to Injury Management, Prevention and Better Health. Click here to get your copy today!
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String Instrument Humidifiers
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Review: CrystalBright Rombo Picks
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Artist Update With Bassist Derek Frank
String Instrument Humidifiers
New Gear: Spector Doug Wimbish USA Custom Series Basses
