Epiphone Thunderbird IV Reverse Bass Guitar Review – The Thunder continues!

I first wrote this review on February 14, 2007… I have had one or two since then and now play the neck-through “Pro” version. Someday maybe there will be a budget for a Gibson ? Epiphone Thunderbird IV Reverse Bass Read more

Fender USA American Jazz 4-String Bass Review – about the first of a few I’ve had, but still my FAVORITE

Originally published October 11, 2006 – my first USA Fender and maple-fretboard Jazz. Wow, if I could go back in time and get this one back. The S1 circuit on this one was a gem, and the play/action/sound was something Read more

Dean Playmate EAB Acoustic Electric Bass Hands-on Review from someone who plays it live and on recordings

Originally Posted: May 15, 2006… Still playing this magnificent beast today! The brassy phosphor-bronze strings make this bass sound like a million bucks. It’s a “go-to” recording bass (with mics). Dean Playmate EAB Acoustic Electric Bass Review Due to popular Read more

Squier (by Fender) Affinity Jazz (the “J”) Bass Review – getting started with an inexpensive bass that actually plays great

Squier Affinity J (Jazz) Bass long-term review Originally posted March 2006… A few edits here and there, but mostly the original review for this repost Every guitar player should try playing bass. It’s a blast, and can really teach you Read more