How To
Combo vs. Stack Amps: Which Guitar Amplifier is Right for You?
Struggling to choose between a combo amp and a stack? Discover the pros, cons, and key differences in this comprehensive guide for guitarists and bassists.
Category: Bass
Effects Pedals
Why You Should Have a Compressor Pedal in Your Rig
Demystify the compressor pedal. Learn how this powerful but misunderstood effect can polish your guitar tone and bring your sound to life.
News
Ditch the DAW: Standalone is the New Mac Plugin Host Built Specifically for Guitarists
Ditch the DAW: Standalone is a lightweight Mac plugin host for guitarists to run AU/AUv3 amp sims and effects without the bloat. Optimized for practice and recording.
Effects Pedals
The Heaviest Riffs Land in Guildford: Andertons Music Co. Now Stocking Does It Doom? RESTOCK!
Get the heaviest riffs in the UK! Andertons Music Co. is now stocking Does It Doom? boutique pedals. Shop the ultimate fuzz, distortion, and preamp lineup for stoner, sludge, and doom metal.
Deals
Deal Alert: Save £125 on the Electro-Harmonix Big Muff Pi Hardware Plugin (Now Only £74.99)
Save £125 on the Electro-Harmonix Big Muff Pi Hardware Plugin! Get genuine analog Ram’s Head fuzz, a USB audio interface, and seamless DAW integration for just £74.99 (was £199.99).
News
Strymon PCH X1 & PCH X2 Announced: The Ultimate Active DI Boxes for Your Live Rig
Eliminate stage noise and protect your tone with the Strymon PCH X1 & PCH X2. Discover how these premium active DI boxes upgrade your live amp modeler rig
How To
Recording Guitars: How do you get the best signal path into your DAW?
How do you get the best signal path into your DAW? Some essential recording tips and tricks
News
JHS Pedals Unveils the “Double Dragon”: The Ultimate Lo-Fi Analog Octave Pedal
Breathe fire into your riffs with the JHS Double Dragon Lo-Fi Octave. Discover thick analog subs, gritty octave-up distortion, and beautiful vintage glitch.
News
Ernie Ball Music Man Unveils Limited 50th Anniversary StingRay Special Bass
Celebrate 50 years of iconic bass tone with the limited-edition Ernie Ball Music Man 50th Anniversary StingRay. Available in exclusive Liquid and Molten Gold!
News
Lost ’70s Circuit Reborn: Electro-Harmonix Unveils the Bass Big Muff Pi 2
EHX Bass Big Muff Pi 2: A Lost ’70s Circuit Reborn. Discover the dual op-amp fuzz optimized by Josh Scott. With added Blend, along with a Bass Boost switch!
News
Ashdown Engineering Unveils Massive “Phase 2” UK Manufacturing Expansion
Ashdown Engineering unveiled its “Phase 2” of its UK manufacturing return at NAMM 2026. Discover the new UK-built Peacemaker guitar amps and four new bass series featuring Sica NEO drivers and British craftsmanship.
How To
Mastering the Art of Guitar Tone: A Comprehensive Beginners Guide
Discover the secrets to crafting your ultimate guitar tone. Learn about guitars, amps, effects, pedals, recording techniques, and more.
Guitar
Testing the Limits: How Strong is a Guitar Neck?
The strength of a guitar neck has long been a topic of debate among enthusiasts. Can it withstand the tension of strings, or will it snap under pressure?
Bass
Sunn Unveils the Beta Mini: The Legendary “Doom” Tone Fits in Your Backpack
The new Sunn Beta Mini delivers 200W of crushing analog power for guitarists and bassists alike. Get the iconic ‘Doom’ tone in your backpack.
Guitar
FM Guitars Unveils the Orquidea: An Ergonomic Single-Cut Revolution with Integrated Handle
FM Guitars debuts the Orquidea: a revolutionary ergonomic single-cut guitar and bass designed for ultimate comfort, featuring a unique integrated handle and lightweight body.
Pedal of the Week
Pedal of the Week: The Madness of the DOD Carcosa Fuzz
Discover why the DOD Carcosa Fuzz is a modern classic. From ’70s vintage tones to gated madness, our review explores its unique bias controls and “King in Yellow” lore.
How To
How to Set up a Squier Bass VI
How to Set Up a Squier Bass VI with only a set of strings, for perfect intonation. Without having to buy a StayTrem or Mastery bridge
Recording
Strymon Releases NightSky Plugin: A New Frontier in Reverberant Synthesis?
Unlock “reverberant synthesis” with the Strymon NightSky Plugin. Warp space and time with pitch-quantized tails, synth-style filters, and an 8-step sequencer for your DAW.
Effects Pedals
T-Rex Engineering Unveils the Roommate D’Luxe: A New Era of Tube-Driven Reverb
Experience authentic tube-driven warmth with the T-Rex Roommate D’Luxe. Featuring 8 algorithms, stereo I/O, and expression-controlled Shimmer, this handcrafted Danish pedal delivers the ultimate vintage reverb
Bass
Aria Guitars Unveils Cliff Burton SB-CLB Signature Bass Reissue Ahead of NAMM 2026
Aria Guitars honors the Metallica legend with the Aria Pro II Cliff Burton Signature SB-CLB, debuting at NAMM 2026. Discover the specs and release details here.
Top stories
Harley Benton to Close US Reverb Store: Economic Shifts Force Exit from American Warehouse
Harley Benton is closing its US Reverb store on Jan 31, 2026, citing economic shifts. Grab discounted gear in the “Last Chance” sale before operations move to Germany.
Bass
Ibanez Revives a Legend: The Iconic Iceman Returns with Two High-Performance Basses
Ibanez revives the legendary Iceman! Explore the new ICB720FM and ICB620 basses featuring Nordstrand and Bartolini pickups, premium hardware, and iconic style.
Effects Pedals
BOSS Unveils $229 GX-1 and GX-1B: Their Most Affordable Professional Floorboard Modelers Yet?
BOSS GX-1 and GX-1B compact and affordable GX-series modelers with AIRD amp technology, 140+ effects, and USB-C recording. Perfect for guitarists and bassists?
Bass
Walrus Audio Unveils The Mantle: A Mastering-Grade Analog Bass Preamp & DI
Elevate your low-end with the Walrus Audio Mantle. Featuring custom Sapphire transformers and Neve/API-inspired circuitry, this premium analog bass preamp/DI delivers studio-grade tone for stage and studio.
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