Bass strings aren’t cheap, so learning how to make old bass strings sound new for free would be a pretty good trick for any of us who aren’t independently wealthy – or endorsed by a bass string manufacturer. So I’m sure that bass players around the world who have discovered this video are rejoicing! I’m … Read more
Why online reviews are often sketchy at best Many people are hunting online for bass guitar reviews and for just about anything associated with the electric bass, from strings to amps and everywhere in between – you may even have ended up here at Bass Guitar Rocks because you were researching bass guitar necks or … Read more
When it comes to cheap bass guitars, do you get what you pay for? Below is a cautionary tale for anyone that is looking to buy cheap bass gear. The weather is getting colder, the days are getting shorter and before you know it, it’s going to be that time of year again – Halloween. … Read more
Welcome to Bass Guitar Rocks, the place to learn all about the electric bass guitar! Read on to find out more about this amazing instrument. The Bass Guitar Rocks It has been theorized by Jim Roberts, former editor of Bass Player magazine, that Rock n’ Roll music would never have evolved into the dominate force … Read more
The 5 string bass is a fascinating offshoot of the electric bass guitar. Read on to find out more about the 5 string bass guitar, how it was developed and the special considerations you need to learn to play this amazing instrument. 5 String Bass Guitar History Perhaps oddly enough it was Fender that came … Read more
This article is an attempt to answer the timeless ‘which bass guitar amplifier should I buy’ question. By the time you finish reading it you’ll know exactly how to find the perfect bass amplifier for your current and future needs. Which bass guitar amplifier should I buy? Hang out on a bass guitar forum for … Read more
Stuck with a bass guitar and no amplifier? No problem – read about Bass Amp Alternatives to find out how to deal with it. Sooner or later it happens to every bassist, you have a bass guitar and no bass amp. The reasons may vary; a beginner may not have enough for an amp and … Read more
Everything you need to know about buying your first electric bass, but were afraid to ask! There’s no need to fear, just bring an open mind (and maybe a tuner). I know what it’s like starting out on electric bass with limited funds. You’ll eventually need to own a bass, but you can also try: … Read more