Bass Guitar History
Everything published on Viyolens under Bass Guitar History — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
Electric Bass Yamaha: A Complete Guide
From the 1966 'Flying Banana' to the BB, TRB and TRBX families of today, here's how Yamaha's electric bass range actually fits together.
A Guide to Rickenbacker Electric Bass Guitar
A Rickenbacker bass looks and sounds like nothing else. Here's what actually makes one different, where the design came from, and who made it famous.
Fender Jazz Bass Explained: Features, Types and Tips
What actually makes it what it is: the history, the two-pickup design, and a few tips for getting the best out of one.
Fender Precision Bass Explained: Features, Types and Tips
From Motown to punk to metal, the Fender Precision Bass has shaped how a bass guitar is meant to sound. Here's how it was built, and why it still works.
The Ultimate Guide to Rickenbacker Electric Bass
What makes a Rickenbacker electric bass sound the way it does, and how the classic 4001 differs from today's 4003.
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Electric Bass Yamaha
Yamaha electric basses offering dependable build, comfort and versatile performance for everyday playing.
Fender Jazz Bass
Fender jazz bass models deliver comfort, clarity and versatile low-end tone for rehearsals, recording and live gigs.
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Fender Precision Bass
Classic Fender bass tone with punch, clarity and reliable low-end performance for studio, rehearsal and live use.
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Rickenbacker Electric Bass
The rickenbacker electric bass delivers punch, clarity and classic character for rock, pop and progressive players.
Rickenbacker Electric Bass Guitar
The rickenbacker electric bass guitar combines heritage, strong articulation and a distinctive sound for serious bassist...
