Author: iBass

GHS Strings has announced that their short-scale bass strings are now longer. The updated strings have been designed to work with bass guitars where a little extra length is required, such as those that use a tailpiece or a string-through-body. With the help of Big Country bassist and short-scale expert, Scott Whitley, GHS discovered the optimum winding length for short-scale bass strings to be 32.75-inches long. The result is the same string now in a winding length that’s more conducive to a wider range of short-scale basses....

Designed in conjunction with UK bassist Steve Lawson, the Gold Series SLC looks to define a new sound in the low-frequency universe. In keeping with Rob Elrick’s own progression as a builder, there’s a definite sense of growth evident throughout the Elrick bass range. The latest development and Rob’s most current model, is the Gold Series SLC Steve Lawson Signature model, designed specifically, in conjunction with Steve, for players who like to play chords and more progressive solo work. It’s essentially a revamp of a Rob’s Gold Series 6-string, incorporating a chambered semi-hollow body, medium scale length (33”), 17mm...