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24 Mar

Reviewed: Guild Jumbo Junior Bass

Zenith Music | zenithmusic.com.au | Expect to pay: $1249

The Guild Jumbo Junior bass is an instant classic. Comprising a short-scale neck, and Fishman designed Active bass pickup system with conveniently located soundhole controls, this is a deep sounding instrument with easy playability and user-friendly setup. The Jumbo has a Sitka spruce top and arched flamed maple back, with a smooth satin finish which adds to its slick playability.

24 Mar

24 Mar

Reviewed: Markbass MB Kimandu Green 5

CMC Music | cmcmusic.com.au | Expect to pay: $3350

Over the last twenty years, Markbass have steadily become one of the world’s most reputable bass amp designers. Their endorsees include bass icons such as Marcus Miller, Michael League and Tom Kennedy, who are regularly seen sporting Markbass gear on the international stage. Recently, they’ve decided to venture into previously uncharted territory; that is, designing and manufacturing basses themselves.

24 Mar

28 Feb

Reviewed: Fender Player Mustang PJ Bass

Fender Music Australia | fender.com.au | RRP: $1,299

Fender had no reason to make the Player Mustang Bass PJ. They’ve been the definitive name in electric bass since its introduction and now, combining their PJ pickups with the player friendly Mustang form factor it seems they have created an instrument that, to at least some extent, could render their classic basses obsolete.

28 Feb

8 Jan

Reviewed: Fender American Ultra Jazz Bass V

Fender Music Australia | fender.com.au | RRP: $4499

The Fender Jazz Bass is undoubtedly one of the most popular bass guitars of the last forty years. Its bright midrange and treble makes it discernibly different from the equally revered Precision Bass, and has been rocked by bass legends such as Jaco Pastorius, Verdine White and Geddy Lee among many others.

8 Jan

2 Dec

Reviewed: Warwick RockBass Artist Line SklarBass I

Amber Technology | ambertech.com.au | Expect to pay: $2,099

Leland Sklar is one of the most acclaimed and sought-after session bassists of all time. His work alongside the likes of Phil Collins, James Taylor, Warren Zevon and Toto is testament to his versatility as a musician, not to mention his skill as a bassist. So, the recent announcement of Warwick’s Artist Series Sklar Bass – alongside RockBass – would have delighted many a Sklar aficionado.

2 Dec

7 Oct

Reviewed: Warwick TeamBuilt Idolmaker Bass

Amber Technology | ambertech.com.au | Expect to pay: $5199

Warwick have always been happy to create their own designs without being restricted to the boundaries of traditional and/or standard shapes and typical wood choices. The Corvette, Streamer, Thumb and Dolphin are all easily identifiable and incorporate a range of timbers - so it then makes sense that the Idolmaker too features an original body shape and some interesting material choices.

7 Oct

3 Sep

Reviewed: Fender Vintera ‘50s Precision Bass and Vintera ‘60s Jazz Bass

Fender Music Australia | fender.com.au | RRP: ‘50s P Bass - $1,899, ‘60s Jazz Bass - $1,999

Fender’s new series of Vintera instruments cover the entire range of the famed manufacturer’s catalogue. They’re faithful reproductions of vintage instruments with modern functionality and build quality. The Vintera Jazz Bass, available in both 60s or 70s variants, is an alder-bodied, full-size gloss polyester finished instrument, with Vintage-Style '60s Single-Coil Jazz Bass pickups in the bridge and neck positions. It features a period correct neck profile and frets, as well as respective ‘60s or 70s style tuning machines.

3 Sep

3 Sep

Reviewed: Jackson Guitars JS Series Spectra Bass JS3

Jackson Guitars Australia | fender.com.au | RRP: $619

Jackson are a brand that we review consistently, and not only do they impress every time, but it reflects how consistently reliable Jacksons of all levels are. They’re accessible for musicians on a budget and professionals alike, but entirely playable and can be relied on when gigging, or when inspiration strikes around the home or studio.

3 Sep

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