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What to look for when buying a bass

Ok, so you’re looking to buy a bass.  The chances are - whether you’ve looked at our website (thanks for stopping by)…

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Who Typically Plays Bass?

To say that we’re all about the bass here at Bass Bros. is an understatement.  As well as selling a stonking selection…

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Ridiculous bass guitars

There’s no doubt that there are many stunningly beautiful bass guitars; just a quick glance at some the models on our…

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The Electric Bass Guitar: A History (1950s onwards)

Fender, Alembic, Hӧfner, Warwick, Rickenbacker, Yamaha…we’ve discussed many great bass guitars here, along with some…

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Gail Ann Dorsey

As music fans, we know that sometimes, outstanding musicians don’t always get the recognition they deserve; they remain…

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Suzi Quatro, Pop Rock

‘Pioneer’, ‘trailblazer’, ‘queen of rock and roll’… these are all terms that have been used to describe the icon that…

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Top 5 bass intros of all time

You’re here because, just like us, you love all things bass. The truth is that bass players are often underrated and…

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John-Paul Jones | Led Zeppelin

Perhaps most famously known as Led Zeppelin’s bass player, John Paul Jones is a man of many talents. A naturally gifted…

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Flea | Red Hot Chilli Peppers

Mention the Red Hot Chilli Peppers and it’s all but impossible not to stop and consider Flea. As the group's bass…

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Bootsy Collins | the Pacesetters

Born in Cincinnati in 1951, Bootsy Collins is a bass player who is all about funk. His extraordinary talents have seen…

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How are bass players different from other band members?

The bass player; is often a quiet, mysterious figure who shuns the spotlight, preferring to blend into the background…

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Jack Bruce | Cream | Gibson EB-3

Considered by many to be one of the most influential bassists of all time, Jack Bruce is someone that needs no…

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