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Warwick Infinity

Warwick Infinity

Posted by | Mar 27, 2017 |

The Infinity’s characteristic curves have kept it at the top of many pro players’ wish lists. Tiago Coimbra reports… Design The Warwick Infinity is available in four-, five- and six-string formats, all featuring neck-through-body designs. This construction method first entered the electric bass arena with the iconic Rickenbacker Model 4000 in 1957. In a neck-through-body instrument, the neck wood extends through the entire length of the body, which has allowed Warwick to do away with a bolt-on heel join. Along with sublime contours on both sides of the body, this makes for an incredibly smooth and streamlined shape that...

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Pat Close | Rhythms of My Soul

Pat Close | Rhythms of My Soul

Posted by | Mar 24, 2017 |

Pat Close Rhythms Of My Soul “A creative percussive force” Released: Jan 2017 Featured Track: “Bromberg and Fries” http://www.ibassmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/03-Bromberg-and-Fries-Featuring-Brian-Bromberg.mp3 Drummer Pat Close remains a highly creative percussive force. He’s joined here by a stellar cast of musicians, including guitarist Tony Janflone Jr and top-notch bassist Doug Johns, the first of a handful of guest bass players that appear throughout the album. Brian Bromberg takes top honours with impeccable support and a stunning solo on the supercharged ‘Bromberg and Fries’. Tim George, Xavier Chisolm, Benjamin Sams and Dave Lowrey are equally flawless, while Jimmy Haslip brings his own solo fireworks on...

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Leighton Allen

Leighton Allen

Posted by | Mar 22, 2017 |

Leighton Allen Leighton Allen’s career in the music biz kicked off in earnest when he recorded with producer Cam Blackwood at London’s Miloco Studios for Sony Artist Kelvin Jones. Yet for all his achievements, he’s shied away from a solo career and the showboating chops so prevalent today. Leighton’s a busy working bassist, but his diligent approach means he happily abides away from the hordes of young bass gun slingers who often grab people’s attention. His formative days were spent listening to bass players like Pino Palladino and Meshell N’dgeocello. “My playing style is influenced by people like Pino,...

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Wayne Jones Audio

Wayne Jones Audio

Posted by | Mar 21, 2017 |

A feature-packed powered cabinet that’s designed with the pro performer in mind. Design For those not familiar with Wayne Jones Audio, the Australian company boasts a product range that caters for high-end bass cabinets. This 2x10 powered cab houses two custom-made 10-inch speakers with aluminum cast frames. Behind the sturdy metal front grille, there’s also a 1.75-inch JBL tweeter. The cabinet itself is constructed from lightweight poplar ply that’s been internally braced and finished with a black ‘carpet’ covering that helps insulate it from the slings and arrows of outrageous misfortune (or “roadies” as they are also known), and...

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Kat Bax

Kat Bax

Posted by | Mar 20, 2017 |

Kat Bax has a distinguished CV, laying down the lines with Tricky and many others. Don’t be fooled by the soft demeanour of Kat Bax. Her gentle nature might lead you to believe she is equally as delicate on the bass, but watching some live footage of her shredding through the rich catalogue of Tricky hits proves quite the contrary. Having acclimatised to the ‘godfather of trip-hop’s’ tireless work ethic, Kat is currently making a name for herself on the London music scene with the likes of John Ashby and J’danna. “I stopped playing with Tricky a couple of...

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