Latest Bass Guitar Reviews
Fender Vintera II ’60s Precision Bass review
Vintage looks? Timeless P-Bass tones? We size up the latest incarnation of Fender’s flagship 4-string
“An open-tuned five-string guitar is unique… you just can’t help bashing out those classic Keith Richards riffs”: Newman 5 String review
A story that starts on a Rolling Stones USA tour in the early ’70s, Ted Newman’s distinctly shaped design is now being made here in the UK. But the first model is missing a string!
Sterling By Music Man Ray34 PSK bass review
The Music Man people are at it again, offering a classic instrument that leans heavily on their tried-and-true heritage, but with a modern attitude.
“It can sound funky, but, as a full-on rock bass – whacked with the heaviest pick you can find – is when it’s in its element”: Epiphone Thunderbird ’64 review
It’s often said that they don’t make ‘em like they used to. Well, Epiphone are on a mission to prove that old chestnut wrong
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!
Kramer Disciple D-1 Bass review
The unashamedly extrovert K-Bass continues its purple reign
Ernie Ball Music Man DarkRay 5 review
The EBMM x Darkglass collab continues with a five-string version that augments the StingRay with onboard dirt and fuzz
