Written by a bass player for bass players, The Bassist’s Guide to Injury Management, Prevention and Better Health, in two volumes, is designed to point out common and not-so-common problems that the musician may encounter during practice or performing situations. These books, written by Dr. Randy Kertz, a regular contributor to Making Music and creator […]
No song is complete without the coveted low-end that only a bass can create. Famous songs have been built on (quite literally) the foundation of the kick drum and bass guitar, which is why engineers over the years have experimented with hundreds of techniques to capture that perfect low-end recording. As you may already be […]
Gator has released a new series of guitar closet hanging bags—that can hold electric, acoustic, and bass guitars—for those who want to keep their guitars in small living spaces and are in need of extra space but do not want to sacrifice their guitars. The bags feature dual rail hooks that are attached directly to […]
The Upton Bass Ergo Double Bass by AES features an asymmetric design that sits close to the player’s body allowing for a better reach with the bowing arm and remarkable fingerboard access. The Ergo also features unbroken cornerless lower bouts and sound ports on the player’s side for acoustic response. This first 2020 Upton-built version […]
Bamboo is the most sustainable choice for musical instruments. Highly renewable, Bamboo regenerates quickly without being replanted—sometimes growing up to three feet per day. The straight grain of this “grass” is actually stronger than most hardwoods. Kala’s Bamboo U•BASS is beautifully natural-looking with clean lines and bamboo from top to bottom—from the headstock to the […]
of the music. You need great timing, feel, pocket, and technique to play it well. Here are six video lessons that will get you grooving in no time….
Over the decades key artists such as Jerry Donahue, Guthrie Trapp, Carl Verheyen, John Shanks, Tim Pierce, Robbie McIntosh, Clem Clempson, Micky Moody and countless other players have made the ODR-1 Natural Overdrive part of their sonic arsenal. While all single coil guitarists as well as most humbucker users and even bassists love the clarity […]
Session ace Dan Hawkins has recorded hundreds of sessions and knows what it takes to achieve flawless technique that stands up to the scrutiny of the studio. In Creative Bass Technique Exercises he offers a set of technique-building workouts that will solve all common technical problems. Master fundamental electric bass technique skills. Build left- and […]
The Wedgie Guitar Pick Holder is a must have accessory for any guitarist. This flexible pick holder uses a patented twist-lock design to mount on the strings of any guitar just above the neck. Place the holder between the strings and rotate it 90 degrees, picks are then held in either of the 2 wedge […]
The KLIQ AirCell Guitar Strap uses unique air cells on the underside of the strap to offer flexibility and cushion that deliver unparalleled lasting comfort. The three-inch wide neoprene shoulder pad disperses the weight of your instrument evenly across your shoulder and back, allowing you to play for longer periods without strain or discomfort. Fully […]