Roger Newell
Latest articles by Roger Newell

Music Man Big Al Bass
By Neville Marten, Roger Newell last updated
A big, bassy brother for MM's Albert Lee

Warwick Pro Series Corvette Standard Ash 4
By Roger Newell last updated
Moving production to the Far East keeps the Corvette in its rightful place in the market

Fender American Deluxe Jazz Bass
By Roger Newell last updated
Is it possible to enhance the already fabulous Jazz Bass any further? Read on...

Ashdown Little Bastard LB 30H Head
By Roger Newell last updated
An all-valve, vintage-looking 30 watt bass amp head worthy of its name

SWR Headlite, Amplite and Golight
By Roger Newell last updated
A modular new digital bass range that takes size to a minimum

Markbass Little Mark Rocker 500
By Roger Newell last updated
A pro bass stack that will fit into the back of a car

Yamaha TRB 1004J
By Roger Newell last updated
Top-end features with a Far Eastern build makes for a serious sub-£1000 bass contender

EBS Classic Session 30 bass combo
By Roger Newell last updated
Although best known for its high-performance amplification, EBS now offers a new affordable option as an entry-level combo

12 essential live bass playing tips
By Roger Newell last updated
Let our past mistakes stop you making any!

Danelectro Hodad Bass
By Roger Newell last updated
The latest Danelectro bass sees the firm bring a late 90s model back to the product line

Interview: Geddy Lee's 5 favourite bassists of all time
By Roger Newell last updated
In no particular order, the Rush legend picks 5 of the best

Round-up: 6 acoustic basses under £500
By Roger Newell last updated
Affordable electro bass guitars reviewed, compared

Italia Mondial Classic Bass
By Roger Newell last updated
Fifties colours, full of continental charm and a Jekyll and Hyde personality

Carvin SB4000 Bass
By Roger Newell last updated
Create your own 'signature' USA-made instruments at an off-the-shelf price

Brian May Bass
By Roger Newell last updated
Queen man's brand unveils first four-string

Fleabass Street Bass
By Roger Newell last updated
A new entry level bass from the Red Hot Chili Peppers man's own brand

Fender Rumble 150 bass combo
By Roger Newell last updated
A classic Fender bass amp returns to the lineup
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