Basses

• Yamaha electric bass TRBX series released in new color!

  

  2020/03/04

  ■YAMAHA「TRBX304 FTB」
  ■YAMAHA「TRBX305 FTB」
  
  A new color FTB (Factory Blue) has appeared in the YAMAHA Electric Bass TRBX series lineup, which features a slim neck and a three-dimensionally cut body! The TRBX series is equipped with an original M3 pickup that uses a ceramic magnet in the large pole piece. It achieves low noise even at high output and creates powerful tones. In addition, it is equipped with a performance EQ switch that can easily set the equalization according to the playing style. Five types of EQ settings, “slap”, “pick”, “flat”, “finger”, and “solo” presets are available and can be selected instantly by switching. The high performance TRBX series responds straight to the expressive power of all players, from beginners to veterans.

• HARTKE introduces the LX Series bass amp head!

  

  2020/02/28

  Hartke has announced the release of the LX8500 and LX5500 bass amp heads! The series was released at the 2020 NAMM Show and attracted a lot of attention. Lightweight but with high output, equipped with Class A tube preamplifier, you can feel the rich low tone and headphone pressure particular to tubes. Equipped with phones out, they can also be used for home practice! These head amps are recommended for their increased usability and for the fact that they keep the traditional good points of the conventional HARTKE amp!
  
  * Scheduled to be released in April 2020
  
  Introducing Hartke LX Series Bass Amplifier
  ■HARTKE Product List

• Hama Okamoto-supervised FENDER limited edition monogram strap!

  

  2020/02/26

  Fender enthusiast Hama Okamoto supervised FENDER's new vintage monogram strap and updated it in a modern way. While keeping the looks of the time, the length can now be adjusted for those who want to hold their instrument in a high position, the end of the strap is more durable, and the adjuster has been changed from brass to plastic, with an emphasis on practicality. The special strap has been revamped for a different flavor, despite the classic monogram look.
  
  ■FENDER 「Limited Edition Vintage Modified Monogram Strap, BK/YW/BR」
  ■FENDER 「Limited Edition Vintage Modified Monogram Strap, BK/OR/GR」

• 2 new amp heads from MARKBASS are now available!

  

  2020/02/20

  ■MARKBASS「Little Mark Vintage」
  ■MARKBASS「STU AMP 1000」
  
  We've started handling two new MARKBASS amplifier head models! Joining the lineup are the Little Mark Vintage, which has already been a hot topic on social media, and the STU AMP 1000 Stuart Hamm signature model. Little Mark Vintage features a tube preamplifier, with harmonically rich sound. Equipped with a preset EQ that allows you choose from FLAT / CUT / OLD, and provides a wide range of sound creation possibilities. The STU AMP 1000 has two types of preamplifiers, a vacuum tube preamp and a solid state preamp, each of which can be set independently. It boasts a maximum output of 1000W (4 Ohm) and produces a generous volume even in a loud rock band.

• Positive Grid Guitar/Bass amp Special campaign!

  

  2020/02/19

  The Positive Grid/BIAS MINI series models are now available in sets with the company's high-end effector, the BIAS Delay Twin or the BIAS Modulation Twin!
  The BIAS MINI series is a guitar/bass amplifier series that reproduces the sound and texture of existing amplifiers. In addition to changing internal parts such as vacuum tubes and transformers, you can customize the amps to meet your preference, right down to combinations of speakers and cabinets. There is only a limited number of sets at these prices. Do not miss this opportunity! !
  
  ■Positive Grid 「BIAS MINI GUITAR + BIAS Modulation Twin Set」
  ■Positive Grid 「BIAS MINI GUITAR + BIAS Delay Twin Set」
  ■Positive Grid 「BIAS MINI BASS + BIAS Modulation Twin Set」
  ■Positive Grid 「BIAS MINI BASS + BIAS Delay Twin Set」

• The popular KORG pedal tuner released in new colors!

  

  2020/02/13

  The popular Pitchblack Advance KORG pedal tuner, which is loved by professionals and amateurs worldwide, has been released some new colors. The additional colors are Sparkle Blue, Sparkle Red and Sparkle White. Guitarists' and bassists' needs are answered in this compact pedal, which includes a display with four types of display methods for outstanding visibility, ultra-high precision tuning down to ± 0.1 cents, true bypass specs, and so on.
  
  ■KORG「Pitchblack Advance series」

• ALL GALLIEN-KRUEGER products 5% points campaign！

  

  2020/02/12

  ■GALLIEN-KRUEGER
  
  A campaign to earn 5% points on popular bass amplifier manufacturer GALLIEN-KRUEGER products is now being held! It covers all products including the small MB bass amp series and the hot new product, Legacy! Your chance to get deals on classic models loved by many top musicians!

• New gig bags from Ibanez!

  

  2020/02/03

  The POWERPAD ULTRA series of gig bags, with a "power pad" that protects instruments from shocks, now available from Ibanez! The IGB924R for electric guitars, the IBB724 for electric basses, and the IBB724 which is also for electric basses, and features a simple and convenient design, are water-repellent and have a large amount of storage following in the steps of the IGB924. An internal cushion has been added improving the durability. There is also a total of 4 models of the IAB724 for acoustic guitars.
  
  ■IBANEZ「Powerpad Ultra Gigbag IGB924R-BK」
  ■IBANEZ「Powerpad Ultra Gigbag IGB724-BK」
  ■IBANEZ「Powerpad Ultra Gigbag IGB724-CGY」
  ■IBANEZ「Powerpad Ultra Gigbag IBB724-BK」
  ■IBANEZ「Powerpad Ultra Gigbag IAB724-BK」
  

• Announcing two new convenient One Control accessories

  

  2020/01/29

  ■One Control「DC Porter Nano」
  ■One Control「Waterproof Bag for BJF-S」
  
  Two new convenient accessories, the DC Porter Nano and the Waterproof Bag for BJF-S, were announced by One Control. First, the DC Porter Nano, a revolutionary item, is a simple power supply for effectors that can convert USB power to a standard center minus DC 9V power supply. Power can be supplied to the effector using a smartphone power adapter which most musicians today own. It can also be used with an emergency power supply when combined with a mobile charger. The second item, the Waterproof Bag for the BJF-S, is a convenient waterproof bag for carrying accessories such as ONE CONTROL amp heads, effectors, and pedals. The excellent design makes it is recommendable for everyday use as well, not just for carrying an amplifier.

• Positive Grid / BIAS MINI BASS has arrived!

  

  2020/01/23

  ■Positive Grid 「BIAS MINI BASS」
  
  The Positive Grid / BIAS MINI BASS, an innovative bass amp with a built-in high quality BIAS AMP amp simulator, is now available. Equipped with 16 types of custom amp presets, this one unit perfectly allows you to switch from electric bass to upright bass. In addition, the amplifier settings can be modified using the dedicated software! You can thoroughly pursue your own customization including combinations of different preamplifiers and power amplifier circuits, vacuum tubes and transformers!