The Hunt for the Perfect Bass Amp

There are hundreds of bass amps out there and tons of amazing ones are available through Bass Central. So, if you don’t have a certain amp in mind, there are a lot of questions you should ask yourself before placing an order. Do you want that warm tube amp sound? Are you interested in a combo amp? Do you need to find something for the studio that won’t be used in a live situation? Here are some important points you should consider before making a purchase:

• The Right Speaker Setup – Not all speakers are created equal. Some are louder than others. If you need a louder speaker, you should look into which selections have more power behind them.
• Can You Carry It – Performing with the amp? You’ll need something that you can carry. You shouldn’t purchase amps that have complicated setups for live situations unless you have a roadie to set it up for you.
• The Right Modeling Options – When you need to shape your sound, it’s important to have modeling abilities. For players that are picky about their tones or just need to achieve a variety of sounds, look for amps that have more sound shaping abilities. 

Now that you are thinking about what you need, head to Bass Central to find amazing deals on bass amps. Our business is dedicated to providing you with brand-name, boutique bass amps at prices you won’t find at other businesses.

Classic Sounds – Rocking Out with Hofner Electric Bass Guitars

If you are a fan of music, then you are familiar with Hofner electric bass guitars. The classic Hofner violin bass is the premier bass of Sir Paul McCartney. Even while performing today, it’s rare that you see Mr. McCartney without one! Bass Central understands the appeal of the Hofner and has a wide array of selections available you. Take a look:

Hofner Ignition LTD Ed Sullivan Beatle Bass Vintage Sunburst – You can play a classic-style Hofner just like Paul did when the Beatles performed on the Ed Sullivan Show. This selection features vintage-style pickups and is made from spruce ply top flame maple on the back and sides. 

Sir Paul McCartney Ltd Union Jack Hofner Model – There were only 20 of these fantastic bass guitars produced and you can find one online at Bass Central. This is a special version of the ’62 reissue that features a Union Jack painted on the top. 

Lefty Hofner V64 Sunburst Spruce Top Flamed African Maple Back & Sides – Looking for a Hofner that is not necessarily related to McCartney? This Hofner is the new model for 2010. It features nickel-plated tuners, neck binding, and three contour switches. 

That’s just the tip of the iceberg! We have other selections on hand that you won’t find in other stores. Take a look at our wide array of electric bass guitars and place an order with us today.

Hot Fretless Bass Players

Everyone knows that the bass is smooth and funky, but there is no sound smoother or funkier than fretless bass. Many talented players have picked up a fretless bass and rocked the bottom end, but some are more memorable than others. Today, we thought we would run down a list of some of our favorite fretless bass players. 

Les Claypool – Many bass players look up to the talented and eternally creative Les Claypool when thinking of some of their favorite bass players of all time. This man has mastered the fretless bass so well that when he plays, he transforms his bass into a magic machine!

Mick Karn – We’ve talked about this bass player before, but it goes without saying that Mick Karn is hands down one of the best fretless bass players. Whether he was playing with Japan or collaborating with legendary musicians like Gary Numan, his slippery style is something that should be cherished. 

Victor Wooten – Naturally, fusion bass player Victor Wooten is one of the best fretless bass players of all time. From his own records to his work with Bela Fleck & the Flecktones, Wooten is known for his versatile style that is both in the pocket and shining bright. 

Are you interested in trying to harness the magic of a fretless bass? Bass Central is proud to offer a wide selection of fretless electric bass guitars for your needs. Whether you are looking for a brand new bass, an amp, or any other conceivable accessory a bass player could use, our business is proud to provide you with exceptional selections for your needs.

Bass Players You May Not Know – Krautrock Edition

If you have ever put on a progressive rock record made in the 70s, there is a good chance that you have reached for a krautrock record at least once. Krautrock is a progressive rock sub-genre that mostly grew to prominence in the 1970s, featuring groups like Kraftwerk and Amon Duul II. Many of these great musicians have inspired the founders for punk, metal, and experimental groups that have grown to prominence. Today, we wanted to take a look at some of the best bass players from the genre:

• Holger Czukay – This funky guy is most likely the patron saint of funky krautrock bass players. As a founding member of Can, Czukay often held down the bottom with drummer Jaki Liebzeit, playing funky grooves inspired by rock and soul coming out of the US. Check out “Oh Yeah” from Tago Mago.
• Jean-Hervé Péron – Inspired by groups like the Velvet Underground, Péron and company often laid down hypnotic riffs that were simultaneously busy and simple. Hear him rocking hard on "Just a Second / Picnic on a Frozen River, Deuxieme Tableau" from Faust IV.
• Hartmut Enke – Ash Ra Tempel were one of the best examples of ambient cosmic rock. Bass player and founder Harmut Enke, as well as members Manuel Göttsching and Klaus Shulze, often got together to break out intense jams that will still send your mind into outer space.  Listen to the album Ash Ra Tempel to travel to another world.

This is just the tip of the iceberg! There is plenty of great groups to check out, including Neu!, Cluster, Xhol Caravan, and Popol Vuh. When you are ready to start making your own mind-expanding jams, check out the electric bass guitar selections at BassCentral.com.

A Look at Our Amps – ValveTrain Amplification

Shopping for a special amp for your bass is very important. You need to find an amp that works well with your instrument, as well as an amp that sound good to you. Bass Central, your online source for both big name and boutique bass amps, is proud to provide you with a wide array of options to suit your needs. These options include limited edition amps from ValveTrain Amplification. This company is known for providing hand-wired bass amplifiers in limited editions that are inspired by the most sought after vintage amps in history. The makers of these amps are very passionate about their creations and it shows in each selection they offer. 

Bass Central is currently offering Brandywine and Revolution selections, including heads and cabinets. The Brandywine head is inspired by the tones of early 1960s amps. To capture this sound with today’s active basses, it features a variable pad that allows you to dial in the sweet spot for 9- and 18-volt systems. Furthermore, it includes bass, middle, and treble controllers that can help you reproduce the sound of early flip-top amps produced in New Jersey. 

If that sweet vintage sound is something you love, then you’re going to enjoy this selection. Take a look at our boutique bass amps and place an order with us today!