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If you’re reading this article, it’s probably because you’re staring sadly at a broken string on your acoustic, electric, or bass guitar. OR, it's because I have shamelessly plugged you here from one of my other posts!! As you’ve already probably figured...

While shopping for my first bass, I came across a combination I've never seen before: a used medium scale bass (32") with slanted pickups. A medium scale bass might be an easier transition for me since I play guitar, so I did some reading (see long,...

I've been playing bass in my bedroom for a while now. I have a pretty but pretty crappy 1970s Yamaha semi-acoustic (SA70, I think). I've been thinking of branching out into some new styles and techniques (slap, dub/reggae etc.) Physically and because...

So...after building a Warmoth short scale and buying a G&L long scale (SB-2), I've decided that it's Warmoth for me. I don't enjoy the long scale and market options are nearly non-existent for contoured solid-body medium and short scale basses. Shame...

Ohana OBU-22 Ukulele As the bass branch of the ukulele family tree grows, it seems to be sprouting in a few different directions. The latest development is toward bigger bass ukes that some players may find easier to use. The Ohana OBU-22 compact bass...