Rancid’s virtuoso of punk bass guitar Matt Freeman is selling his gear on Reverb
Freeman is the latest artist to have a clear out of some of his stage-played and battle-weary studio instruments
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Ernie Ball Music Man rolls out new five-string DarkRay and a pair of exquisitely shreddable Jason Richardson Cutlass electric guitars
The EBMM x Darkglass Electronics collab now with extra low-end and fresh finishes – while Richardson’s Cutlass arrives in eye-popping Majora Purple and limited edition Empress White
Walrus Audio unveils the Badwater, an all-in-one bass preamp and DI pedal with onboard compressor
The Badwater features a three-voice overdrive, four-band EQ, optical compressor and both XLR and 1/4” outputs to give you the option of sending it direct or through an amp
Silverburst Strats and Teles? Squier releases FSR line, adding new finish options to Affinity, Classic Vibe and Paranormal series models
Highlights include Silverburst finishes for the Affinity series HSS Strat and Telecaster Deluxe, a Baritone Cabronita in Olive Green, and a pair of stunning Classic Vibe Bass VIs
Victor Wooten shares his advice for budding bassists: "You bake a cake before you ice it"
The virtuoso player sits down with Cory Wong to share his perspective on the importance of learning bass foundations and history first
Lehle offers more features for less footprint with its new Mono Volume S pedal
If you want boost? You've got it from this volume pedal
Ernie Ball Music Man releases the Joe Dart II, the Vulfpeck bassist’s “ultimate live axe”
This high-end four-string thumper has a premium ash body, a pair of passive Alnico V split-coils, and a most-inviting Velvet Natural finish
Flea on his relationship with Red Hot Chili Peppers' Chad Smith: “We don't hang out outside of the band. Never have”
The RHCP bassist explains that he and Smith's communication mostly happens through rhythm rather than talking
Fender teams up with Wrangler for a denim-fuelled collaboration
Get your Fender-branded Canadian tuxedos now!
Latest tuition
10 ways to find band members and musicians to collaborate with
Discover likeminded collaborators and get your dream group together with these handy online resources
How to write compelling basslines by working around root notes
An easy lesson in essential bass technique with tab and audio
10 ways to find band members and musicians
Discover likeminded collaborators and get your dream group together with these handy online resources
8 tips for bassists to improve their playing and stay inspired
Staying creative as a bass player solo and with other musicians
The ultimate guitar tabs guide: how to read tab and symbols explained
Learn to play acoustic and electric with our guide to this easy-to-read notation
How to play walking basslines
Take your blues bass playing for a wander with this tab and audio-ready lesson
Guitar setup: how to fix a broken jack socket
A step-by-step guide to repairing your electric's output
Latest reviews
Eventide TriceraChorus review
- £279
- €339
A Tri-Stereo chorus pedal like no other, Eventide's TriceraChorus combines BBD-style chorus with MicroPitch detuning for adventures in lush, heady swirl
Ashdown RM-800-EVO 11 review
- £599
- $1079
Heavyweight bass sounds from a compact head that has all the power you could need
Ernie Ball Music Man DarkRay review
- £2999
- €3390
- $2699
Ernie Ball Music Man and Darkglass Electronics put their heads together on a turbo-charged four-string bass with onboard distortion and fuzz for an almighty sting in its tail
Fender Player Plus Jazz Bass review
- £949
- €1055
- $1099
Modernised with Noiseless pickups and an updated spec, the Player Plus Jazz Bass offers a pro-quality instrument at a price to make amateurs take notice
Boss Katana-110 Bass Combo review
- £332
- €399
- $399
The digitally advanced Katana series has arrived for bassists, offering amp models, effects and a range of 21st-century features. Was it worth the wait?
Tech 21 Sans Amp Bass Fly Rig v2 review
- £329
- €379
- $329
The latest evolution of the touring bassist's best friend puts functionality and great tone at your feet once more
Harley Benton JB-75 and RB-414BK review
- £139+
- €168+
- $188+
Not everyone can afford a vintage bass, but Harley Benton's interpretation of classic electric bass guitar design is open to all budgets and offers the beginner bassist options
Guild Starfire I Bass review
- £499
- €599
- $649
The retro appeal is off the (short) scale with this handsome semi-hollowbody four-string
