Product Highlight – Aguilar Tone Hammer 500

Every bass player is on the hunt for the perfect bass amp. You may luck out and purchase the right amp for your needs right away and you may just have to go through two or three amps before finding the right one. When you want to do a deep search through the best bass amps available, you can count on Bass Central to provide you with a huge array of amps, including boutique bass amps. These options include the exceptional Aguilar Tone Hammer 500. 

This may seem like a small amp, but the moment you turn it on, you’ll be blown away by how it sounds. This amp is known for its even tone that needs very little equalizing and is able to properly rock a room with the right cabs on hand. Features include a fully adjustable drive control, a series effect loop that adds additional gain for a broad range of effects units, and a tuner out for your convenience.  People who have played using this amp for a while have noted that it’s ideal for both live and studio situations. Take a look at this great selection and place an order for a new bass amp from Bass Central today.

Bass Players You May Not Know – Metal Edition

Bass Central’s recurring blog series on amazing bass players you may not know is back with an entry on some of the hottest metal bass players on the scene. Whether you are into drone metal or are a fan of thrash metal, you should check out the players we have featured in this blog post:

• Greg Anderson – Although he picks up both the guitar and bass, Greg Anderson has performed bass for a wide variety of some of the most legendary recent metal groups. You can hear him playing bass in Sunn O))), Teeth of Lions Rule the Divine, and Goatsnake. Check out Sunn O)))’s collaboration with legendary singer Scott Walker, Soused.
• Steve Harris – Everyone loves Maiden, but we rarely think of Steve Harris. His definitive gallop style is heard on most Iron Maiden records. If you haven’t heard The Number of the Beast, do yourself a favor and check it out today. It’s one of the most definitive metal albums out there.
• Colin Edwin – When it comes to progressive metal and rock, Colin Edwin of Porcupine Tree is a great player who performs using both fretted and fretless basses. Check out In Absentia to hear some of their heavier tracks.

Whether you are playing metal or are just a fan of the music, Bass Central is proud to provide you with the best electric bass guitars, amps, and more for your needs. Our business is owned and operated by bass players, so you can feel confident that we’ll provide you with quality selections at prices you can afford.

Find a Perfect Sound with the Bass Metaphors

Making sure your bass sounds perfect at all times can be a challenge. From electric bass guitars to effects pedals, Bass Central has a wide array of quality selections to help make your performances perfect at all times.

One of these fantastic selections includes the Bass Metaphors pedal.  This is a preamp, EQ, distortion, compressor, and DI multi-effect unit in a channel strip tool box that allows you to properly shape your sound in a live environment, as well as in a professional studio or when you are just recording into your computer. Features of this fantastic pedal include a high impedance instrument imput level, a switchable compressor with the perfect bass compression, musical treble and bass EQ bands with a level control amount, and a dedicated ¼” unbalanced dry output. Both new bass players and experienced musicians really enjoy using this channel strip selection for a variety of applications, but it’s great for gigging musicians that don’t want to have a lot of extra accessories while performing.

When you are ready to purchase new effects, Bass Central is your online source for quality instruments, amps, and effects. Find the item you need by shopping online with our online business.

D Lakin Basses are Now in Stock

Have you been interested in picking a new bass guitar? Bass Central’s already immense stock has gotten larger, as we are now offering exceptional D Lakin bass guitars. Since 1975, D Lakin has been providing high-end bass guitars for a wide array of players. Artists like Mike Amico, John Stairrt of Wilco, and George Porter of the Meters have relied on D Lakin when they are seeking a quality bass guitar. Take a look at some of the selections we have in stock:

• Bob Glaub Custom – This great bass is candy apple red and ready to rock. Features include a maple neck, a hipshot A bridge, hipshot tuners, and a rosewood fingerboard.
• Joe Osborn Custom – Plug in this lake placid blue selection and start performing today! This selection features an alder body, a maple neck and fingerboard, white blocks, and binding.
• Bob Glaub 3 Tone Sunburst – Are sunburst guitars your thing? Then you’re going to enjoy performing with this high-end bass. Features include a maple neck and fingerboard, as well as a 1.5 taper.

Make the right choice and purchase one of our D Lakin bass guitars today. Our team is confident that you’ll love the selections we have to offer.

Find a Fantastic New Fretless Bass

When you are playing bass for a new group and looking for a new sound, it’s a good idea to shop online at Bass Central. Our online business is dedicated to providing you with a huge variety of quality bass guitars, including a variety of fretless bass selections. From brining smooth sounds to your jazz performances to adding a unique touch to your funk groups, fretless basses are a great way to go! Take a look at some of our current selections:

• F Bass Alain Caron 6 – This exceptional 6-string bass features a spruce top maple neck, 28 frets, an ebony fingerboard, and a Piezo pickup, allowing you to have a wide array of sounds when you play.
• Pedulla Pentabuzz – Our business offers a wide array of Pentabuzz options, including green to blueburst, vintage cherry sunburst, and tobacco sunburst options.
• KSD Proto J4 – For players looking for a more affordable fretless bass, this selection is right for you. It has great sound, including an active/passive 2-band EQ.

Don’t wait to buy your new bass in the store. Bass Central was founded by bass players, is currently run by bass players, and is ready to provide you with everything you could need for your bass. Unlike the big box stores, our crew has experience with a wide array of instruments and is ready to help you find the perfect selections for your next performance.

No Treble – Why Some People are Drawn to the Bass

As a bass player, you’re drawn to the bass for a variety of reasons. But did you know that some people are just naturally drawn to bass tones in music? Scientists have been doing research on why humans like certain sounds and have discovered that humans are biologically drawn to certain sounds. It doesn’t matter who you are or where you come from, it’s all about what’s inside of you.

Essentially, the reason we like certain tones more than others is related to human evolution. For thousands of years, humans have developed an ear for certain tones that are generally common with human vocalizations. Some music, such as rock music, is popular because it emphasizes the frequencies we hear in human speech. So, depending on what kind of backgrounds you have in your family, you may have some connection lower tones.

Whether you are just interested in low tones or are dedicated bass player, you can keep the bass pumping when you purchase selections from Bass Central. We have a wide array of bass guitars for sale, as well amps and accessories you won’t find in typical stores. Check out our selections online and place an order for new basses and amps today.