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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

3 Sep

Reviewed: Warwick RockBass Artist Line Robert Trujillo 5 String

Amber Technology | ambertech.com.au | Expect to pay: $3,299

Warwick are a top-tier bass manufacturer from Markneukirchen, Germany used by some of the most famed bass players in history. Similar to the Metallica man himself, the Robert Trujillo bass, available in 4 and 5 string, simply resonates power. This model in particular, a black satin variant of the Warwick Streamer body shape, is a powerhouse of bottom end.

3 Sep

3 Sep

Reviewed: Warwick Alien Acoustic Bass 5 String

Amber Technology| ambertech.com.au | Expect to pay: $2,699

When it comes to acoustic basses, Warwick have been leading the way in both design and innovation. Their Alien range won the M.I.P.A. award in 2010 for best acoustic bass guitar, and they’ve been seen in the hands of excellent musicians including Craig Newman (John Farnham), Anthony Jackson (Birds of Tokyo), and Rod Bustos (Vanessa Amorosi).

3 Sep

5 Aug

Reviewed: Warwick TeamBuilt Thumb BO 4-String

Amber Technology | ambertech.com.au | Expect to pay: $3,899

Warwick are the reigning champions of bass guitar. Some of the biggest and best bass players on the planet choose Warwick as their axe of choice, and for good reason. The Thumb is one of their most well-known body shapes, and this four string bolt model showed me why.

5 Aug

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