Roger Newell
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![The Classic Session 30 is an entry-level combo that's designed to be practical, easy to transport and highly affordable](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/6dd5130c76efce18c3298576f8ad5193-320-80.jpg)
EBS Classic Session 30 bass combo
By Roger Newell last updated
Although best known for its high-performance amplification, EBS now offers a new affordable option as an entry-level combo
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12 essential live bass playing tips
By Roger Newell last updated
Let our past mistakes stop you making any!
![The Hodad Bass may be a relatively new design, but it's every bit as distinctive and characterful as the much earlier Dano designs](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/9d39ebee27d1af3201c98de06349f901-320-80.jpg)
Danelectro Hodad Bass
By Roger Newell last updated
The latest Danelectro bass sees the firm bring a late 90s model back to the product line
![In no particular order, the Rush legend picks 5 of the best](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/30b04bc45cdc3c53b2eb6c89dd81c604-320-80.jpg)
Interview: Geddy Lee's 5 favourite bassists of all time
By Roger Newell last updated
In no particular order, the Rush legend picks 5 of the best
![In its basic guise the SB4000 is an original design, with an offset body and splayed cutaways](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/2add482be592d7a9d0653945dd9febd4-320-80.jpg)
Carvin SB4000 Bass
By Roger Newell last updated
Create your own 'signature' USA-made instruments at an off-the-shelf price
![The bass is made in Korea to keep the costs trim](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/b05dca65912db76ccaa0279561444b6b-320-80.jpg)
Brian May Bass
By Roger Newell last updated
Queen man's brand unveils first four-string
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Cool and classic basses: Modulus Graphite Flea Bass (FB4)
By Roger Newell last updated
A bass with a bug for jumpin' funk licks
![The MXR M84 Bass Fuzz Deluxe offers awesome, reliable bass distortion.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/44466b33ce5beaf1803974bd84a4ad9b-320-80.jpg)
MXR M84 Bass Fuzz Deluxe
By Roger Newell last updated
Add some more scuzz to your thumping
![Hagstrom's slimline, retro-styled Viking Bass is a seriously fine-looking instrument.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/7e60ebe85f72797adc7ce4f10bea974a-320-80.jpg)
Hagstrom Viking Bass
By Roger Newell last updated
A hollowbody bass with big sounds and retro appeal - what's not to like?
![Technically, the very first Fender reissue](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/1fba0c7373d931619fb05ea11ec52e33-320-80.jpg)
Cool and classic basses: Fender Telecaster Bass Series 1
By Roger Newell last updated
Technically, the very first Fender reissue
![Click on the link to read our full profile of the Guild B-301 and view the rest of the Cool and Classic Basses gallery](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/9026649347869c56ac93558cf33ad5ff-320-80.jpg)
Cool and classic basses: Guild B-301
By Roger Newell last updated
A collectors' favourite and a must-try
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Cool and classic basses: Gibson EB-3 Bass
By Roger Newell last updated
Defining the Gibson sound
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Cool and classic basses: Ernie Ball Music Man Piezo StingRay Bass
By Roger Newell last updated
Putting extra sting in the tail
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Cool and classic basses: Warwick Corvette FNA
By Roger Newell last updated
A short-lived alternative to the Altus
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Cool and classic basses: Yamaha Attitude Limited II
By Roger Newell last updated
A Sea Foam Green stereo machine
![It's a smart-looking combo in black livery, with chromed metal corners and white piping around the classic EBS grille cloth.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/4dfee6e2e082c6835e65c833189f6be4-320-80.jpg)
EBS Classic Session 120 Tiltback
By Roger Newell last updated
Compact and versatile, EBS is aiming high
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Cool and classic basses: Fender Bass V
By Roger Newell last updated
A V good idea? Perhaps not...
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