Electro-Harmonix unveils Switchblade Pro switching pedal
True bypass looper boasts series/parallel operation and volume controls
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Dean Mark: “There were a lot of jam nights. I went to them all! If I could get up and play, I would”
The session bass whiz reflects on his rise through the ranks
HeadRush launches feature-packed Looperboard with 7” touch display
Formidable looper pedal packs quad-core processor, 12 footswitches and intelligent time stretching
Lorna Thomas: “I have an Aria Pro II SB60 fretless as I’m a massive John Taylor fan”
The UK bassist on Sandbergs, five-strings and her first bass loves
Boss adds GT-1000 bass guitar support, new footswitch modes and more in V3 update
Exclusive video: flagship Guitar Effects Processor gets an overhaul
Way Huge debuts Conspiracy Theory Professional Overdrive pedal
New Smalls stompbox based on Klon Centaur
Walrus Audio unveils ethereal Slö Multi Texture Reverb
Ambient-voiced pedal boasts octave and modulation textures
Tal Wilkenfeld: “I’m a completely different bass player now. When I was in Jeff Beck’s band, I hadn’t even been playing for four years!”
The Australian bassist on Love Remains and her superstar collaborators
Analog delay fans, rejoice: MXR has made a Carbon Copy Mini
New Jim Dunlop pedal surfaces, complete with bright switch
Latest tuition
10 things you need to know before you record your band
10 essential tips for tracking guitar, bass, drums and vocals live
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
Guitar setup: how to fix a broken strap pin
Go beyond matchsticks and get the job done properly
How to play fast-paced rock and metal fingerstyle bass
Learn the techniques behind iconic bassists
Latest reviews
Seymour Duncan Fooz Analogue Fuzz Synthesizer review
- £429
- €355
- $499
A fuzz, filter and tremolo in one?
Willcox Lightwave Saber HexFX review
- £1350
Contemporary looks and styling, modern technology and sounds to match?
Hagstrom Super Swede Bass review
- £1,029
- €619
It’s ABBA-out time this luxurious Scandinavian bass design was reissued
