Roger Newell
Latest articles by Roger Newell
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MXR M-80 Bass DI+
By Roger Newell last updated
A direct injection box with a touch of magic
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MXR M-182 El Grande Bass Fuzz
By Roger Newell last updated
No-nonsense fuzz with added tonal ability
![Clockwise from top left: Lakland Skyline Hollowbody Bass, Hutchins Prince II Bass, Danelectro '63 Long Scale Bass and Ibanez AGB200 Artcore Bass](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/f761ea1588ad1089d927cbfd559cd781-320-80.jpg)
Round-up: 4 retro bass guitars
By Roger Newell last updated
Semi-hollow thinline basses reviewed, compared
![The V1004DX: visually and sonically appealing](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/518618be12ad611bf03a08e5eb47f922-320-80.jpg)
Vintage V1004DX
By Roger Newell last updated
A deluxe addition to the Vintage Active Series and it's a real peach.
![This is Fender´s first venture into the 24-fret realm](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/f4d61fa46430fbda039fa8009784470b-320-80.jpg)
Fender Deluxe Series Jazz Bass 24
By Roger Newell last updated
Fender gives us a worthy update of the Jazz, using high-quality components and powerful active electronics.
![The neck feels substantial and the fingerboard is relatively flat](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/c5d478ffdd7e67ecb0a0c71a1791e191-320-80.jpg)
Gibson SG Reissue bass
By Roger Newell last updated
The SG 'Reissue' is actually a brand new model, but to all intents and purposes it is the latest modification of the EB-3, albeit a stripped down version.
![The straightforward layout makes life easier](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/bd474e1153ebd5e8a2fd12fd01af22b9-320-80.jpg)
Mesa/Boogie Big Block 750 Head
By Roger Newell last updated
It's brimming with Mesa/Boogie features and looks, and it sounds the business.
![The cabinet is made from tough plywood and is covered in practical black carpet material](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/a6f1caf168630fe251bedeffa683ac9f-320-80.jpg)
Fender Bassman 250/115 Bass Combo
By Roger Newell last updated
Built for portability yet man enough to take the strains of gigging, this Bassman combo is squarely aimed at today's working bass player.
![At just 12 inches high, this is ultra-compact](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/04e05b652c344dba52b1906cb58e77f9-320-80.jpg)
Line 6 Lowdown Studio 110
By Roger Newell last updated
Having something this portable packed with so many quality sound abilities makes home rehearsal a joy.
![A P Bass for 2009 and beyond?](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/6e13a7d984bb90f18d3c44078ae553d3-320-80.jpg)
Lodestone Primal Instinct
By Roger Newell last updated
A modern take on an old favourite
![The master volume control includes a useful pull-mute ability](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/232458dfc26750a235122c7fc5d699af-320-80.jpg)
Mesa/Boogie M6 Carbine bass combo
By Roger Newell last updated
The coolest bass combo on two wheels?
![Sandberg's Panther with its stunning walnut top.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/6927b9b8df54e7027ea5b802bb723f51-320-80.jpg)
Sandberg Panther Five-String Special
By Roger Newell last updated
Something sumptuous to get your teeth into from German maker Sandberg…
![The Albert Lee HH has a boutique build and a great neck.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/13fcd728af3b39752eea26b9064024da-320-80.jpg)
Music Man Albert Lee HH
By Neville Marten, Roger Newell last updated
The Albert Lee gets the humbucker treatment
![The Albert Lee's angular style suits this bass nicely.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/4b73a662b69fb4512a98567426a0de44-320-80.jpg)
Music Man Big Al Bass
By Neville Marten, Roger Newell last updated
A big, bassy brother for MM's Albert Lee
![The Corvette is still built to the high standard we've come to expect from Warwick.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/caa1e1a43df540dfe5ca421f119c4171-320-80.jpg)
Warwick Pro Series Corvette Standard Ash 4
By Roger Newell last updated
Moving production to the Far East keeps the Corvette in its rightful place in the market
![Already a classic design, can this new Deluxe model make any further improvements?](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/4d8019d7f130d5ee8e179cd3e1fcd788-320-80.jpg)
Fender American Deluxe Jazz Bass
By Roger Newell last updated
Is it possible to enhance the already fabulous Jazz Bass any further? Read on...
![Retro-styling helps it live up to its name.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/e6b7817d108b98cc00cfbeda4a078648-320-80.jpg)
Ashdown Little Bastard LB 30H Head
By Roger Newell last updated
An all-valve, vintage-looking 30 watt bass amp head worthy of its name
![Front: Tanglewood TW15 Baby Bass CE; back from L-R: Garrison AG/AB, Takamine EG512C, Vintage VCB 430, Dean Performer Dao, Ovation Celebrity CC074](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/9f5c189d5d27ce0c4486fa0d5f7c2105-320-80.jpg)
Round-up: 6 acoustic basses under £500
By Roger Newell last updated
Affordable electro bass guitars reviewed, compared
![A real mixture of ideas - a jack of all trades but masterful too.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/b6a6b940e3e371155e505c4237d232a6-320-80.jpg)
Italia Mondial Classic Bass
By Roger Newell last updated
Fifties colours, full of continental charm and a Jekyll and Hyde personality
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Fender Bassman TV 15 Fifteen
By Roger Newell last updated
A true classic returns updated
![The Street Bass's design is simple and distinctive.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/f39df202d505f14c978cb2fa791f4ddc-320-80.jpg)
Fleabass Street Bass
By Roger Newell last updated
A new entry level bass from the Red Hot Chili Peppers man's own brand
![Well proportioned and easy to transport.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/fb8419aa816a1b41cf24a2f43703d337-320-80.jpg)
Fender Rumble 150 bass combo
By Roger Newell last updated
A classic Fender bass amp returns to the lineup
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