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The Walrus Was Paul
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The Walrus Was Paul

The Hofner 500/1 violin bass has been McCartney’s career-long sidekick. Let’s spotlight a 1967 model.

Fender Trapper Bass Distortion Review
Gear

Fender Trapper Bass Distortion Review

Separate, stackable custom-voiced circuits make a strong and crunchy case for two being better than one.

Rig Rundown: Nicole Row
Rig Rundown

Rig Rundown: Nicole Row

Funky custom Js and punchy Ps help this low-end maven earn gigs and nail tones from Motown to Miley and all points in between.

Does a Solidbody Bass' Unplugged Tone Matter?
Bass Bench

Does a Solidbody Bass' Unplugged Tone Matter?

The old adage says not to judge a book by its cover—so why do we do it so much with instruments?

How Do You Make a Cheetah Purr?
Gear

How Do You Make a Cheetah Purr?

With a decidedly unique design, this cool and quirky short-scale bass appears to have the answer. The PG Nordstrand Acinonyx review.

Mind Your Ps and Js
Gear

Mind Your Ps and Js

This well-constructed 4-string takes cues from yesteryear’s sounds, looks, and price tags. The PG Aria Pro II Detroit review.