Bergantino Audio Systems Introduces the Reference II Series Cabinets… The Reference II Series 112 and new 115 feature a new look, ceramic magnets, and Poplar ply...
It’s possible that Michael League will stop taking interviews with this writer, for fear of associated bad luck. When Michael League and I sat down for...
Jackson X Series Spectra Bass SBX IV review… Want an amazing 4-string bass at a price point that everyone can afford and it still feels, looks,...
Approach Notes – Part Two… In my previous lesson entitled “Approach Notes for Bass,” I introduced a “double chromatic from above” approach note concept to four...
Bach Shapes: The Etudes is a collection of 12 etudes using Johann Sebastian Bach’s melodic material in a jazz context over standard chord changes. Bach Shapes:...
Interview With Bassist Josh Needleman… I am sure that many of you will recognize Josh Needleman from his book “Getting Around The Bass” or from the...
All About Flatwound Strings… Without further ado, here is part two of my conversation with GHS’s Jon Moody (View part one here >>> All About Roundwound...
Hexatonic Scales… What’s going on basschicks and bassdudes! In this lesson, we are going to talk about the Hexatonic scale. You are probably wondering what the...
Scales & Modes for Bass: Handy Guide This book is a fast and fun way to learn how to use scales and modes for bass. Learning...
Fender Aerodyne Special Precision and Jazz Bass Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) unveiled a new range of products coming to stores and online marketplaces this holiday...
Cort Introduces Elrick NJS Bass Guitars, Marking Special Anniversaries… Cort® celebrates the 30th anniversary of collaborator Elrick Bass Guitars® with the introduction of the Cort Elrick...
Tech 21’s SansAmp RBI rackmount has undergone a cosmetic update, keeping its inner workings and functionality intact. Harkening back to Tech 21’s first product, the SansAmp...
Jaco Pastorius – “Soul Intro”… Hello bass players and fans of bass playing! In this issue, we are going to cover “Soul Intro” by Jaco Pastorius. Download...
Affirmation, Norwegian Bassist Arild Andersen’s First Recording with His New Quartet, is Almost Entirely Improvised… Arild Andersen Group, Affirmation: Featuring Tenor Saxophonist Marius Neset, Pianist Helge...
Bass Gym 101 – Essential Plectrum Grooves by Marek Bero Bass Gym 101 – Essential Plectrum Grooves is the ninth in a series of books written...