Mastodon’s Troy Sanders: “There’s got to be a stronger word than ‘humbled’, and whatever that word is, that’s what I’m feeling”
The bassist talks joining Thin Lizzy and a special cover of Stairway
Bass
Latest news
In pictures: the people's pedalboards
MusicRadar users share their guitar and bass pedal rigs
Ryan Madora: “I’ve learned mostly by ear: I was the person that sat in the basement for hours and played along to records”
We talk to the session bassist and Robben Ford collaborator
Fender unleash thunder and lightning with the Phil Lynott Precision Bass
The Custom Shop master-build celebrates 50 years of Thin Lizzy and comes with mirrored shades and a leather wristband
Why Queen's John Deacon is a true bass hero
We track the career, gear and accomplishments of the low-end legend
Del Palmer: “I was fortunate to have been involved in a lot of moments that have now gone down in history”
The former Kate Bush bassist on his remarkable career
Mike Brignardello's top 5 tips for bassists: “Whenever I get sick of my playing and can’t stand it, I know the way out is to practise”
Giant bassist and session pro on how your people skills can also be just as important as your chops
Four more acts added to the UK Guitar Show & London Bass Guitar Show
Brazilian guitarist Lari Basilio, bass legend John Patitucci, English folk duo Smith & Brewer and funk/jazz trio Ciro Manna, Lorenzo Feliciati and Daniele Chiantese will all perform at the event
Ernie Ball Music Man reveals August 2019 Family Reserve models
The strictly limited run comprises a Valentine in Target Burst, a Majesty in Blue Steakhouse, and a Bongo five-string in Wild Cherry Burst
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
Strandberg Boden Prog 4 and Boden Original 5 Basses review
- £2869
Two stunning new headless basses from Swedish designer Ola Strandberg
Fender American Performer Mustang Bass review
- £1049
- €1090
- $1099
What’s this - new pickups, a new passive circuit and through-body stringing?
Trace Elliot Elf 2x8 and 1x10 Cabinets review
- £365
- $299
The cabinets to partner Trace Elliot’s Elf amp follow its tiny remit. Can they take the strain?
