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In addition to greater tonal control, active basses introduce far less noise and interference than passive basses, as well as delivering a stronger signal with… Read More »Is Passive Or Active Bass Better?

Bass strings are more expensive than ones for electric guitar, for example, as they require more raw material. Bass strings require more raw material because… Read More »Are Bass Strings Expensive?

“Bass Collection” was a line of basses distributed in the US by Meisel Music in Springfield, NJ. These basses were built by the Japanese company,… Read More »Where Are Bass Collection Basses Made?

Wristbands help to absorb sweat from your forehead and face so that it doesn’t run into your eyes and sting. Even if you don’t think… Read More »Why Do Bass Players Wear Wristbands?

Short Scale = 30-31 inches. Medium Scale = 32-33 inches. Long Scale = 34-35 inches (most basses are long scale) Extra Long Scale = 35-36+… Read More »What Are Long Scale Bass Strings?

Bass strings are available in four types of windings: flatwound, tapewound, roundwound and half round. – Flatwounds were essentially the only game in town for… Read More »What Are The Different Types Of Bass Strings?

Broken Bass Strings Make for a Broke Bassist Breaking a bass string every so often can be normal – especially if you play aggressively, do… Read More »Do Bassists Break Strings?

String gauges An important element in both the tone and playability of your bass, string gauge (how “heavy” or “light” your strings are) can make… Read More »Does String Thickness Matter On Bass?

Bass strings aren’t that different from guitar strings except that they’re bigger. They are available in both nickel/steel or pure steel configurations, and roundwound and… Read More »Do Bass Guitars Have Thicker Strings?

Though lighter gauge bass strings don’t produce as much low end or volume, they are easier to play for beginners and often offer more midrange… Read More »Are Lighter Gauge Bass Strings Easier To Play?