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This historic Fender Precision Bass lay hidden underneath a bed for over 50 years – now it’s going up for auction
The ’60s bass is believed to be one of the first to ever land in the UK, arriving in the country not long after The Shadows' Jet Harris received the UK's premier Fender P-Bass
“Gene Simmons is breaking ground again”: Gibson unveils second signature bass guitar for the Kiss icon – and it’s the brand’s first 30.5” scale custom shop model
Following Simmons' G² Thunderbird model from last year, the limited-edition EB-0 is based on the bassist's heavily modded '59 example, which he used throughout the 1970s
Best fretless basses: get more vibrato and texture from your bass guitar
From electric to acoustic, modern to vintage, we take a look at the best fretless basses on offer
Orange O Bass review – this stylish and affordable reissue is a more serious contender than you might think
First released to acclaim in 2015, the Orange O Bass has been tweaked and reissued – but is it fresh fruit or has it been diluted?
Fender Mike Kerr Jaguar Bass review – a short-scale stunner with a unique pickup pairing that handles much more than just rock
Exclusive: We bring you the first review of the Royal Blood frontman’s long-awaited – and strictly limited-edition – signature bass. Stand clear!
Think kill switches don’t belong on bass? Steve Tréguier’s new metal machine from Vola Guitars is here to prove you wrong
The adventurous prog stalwart showcases his Tom Morello-style kill switch technique on his new signature bass, the Vasti 5 STM J1
Fender Jazz Bass vs Fender Precision Bass: what’s the difference?
We break down the main points of difference between these two low-end legends
Fretted vs. fretless bass: What’s the difference?
Understand the pros and cons and work out which type is right for you and your playing style
“My custom 9-string bass is just as playable as any 4-string Fender!” ChaotH on the unorthodox world of the extended-range bass
Watch the Vvon Dogma I bassist put his fretboard fitness to the test on this custom-made 9-string bass guitar
Tommy Cogbill’s 1966 Fender P-Bass, reportedly used to record with Elvis, is going up for auction with an estimate of $100,000
The sunburst Fender Precision – which was photographed with Elvis at American Sound Studio – also helped shape hits for the likes of Wilson Pickett and Aretha Franklin
