When a traditional bass doesn’t have enough low end to serve the music you’re playing, then you might want to explore some of the best 5-string bass guitars instead. Having an extra low string gives ...

Apeiron Bass is now offering a 6-string version, perfect for adventurous bassists seeking extended range. Don’t worry—the 4 and 5-string models you know and love are still in the lineup. #BassGuitar ...

UPDATE (Nov. 16, 2022): ZZ Top's Elwood Francis has now explained why he used the 17-string bass and shared who inspired him to do so. ZZ Top were playing the Mark C. Smith Concert Hall at the Von ...

Rich Lamb has been playing fretless, 4 string, 5 string electric basses and theupright bass professionally for 50 years. He co-founded the turn of the 80'sjazz fusion band "Dry Jack" and gained ...

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