Another FGN bass through my hands — this time a 4-string. The same Japanese build quality, the same honest tone, and the same question: is the premium worth it? Here’s my answer. … Continue readingFujigen FGN Bass Review: Japanese Craftsmanship at Its Honest Best
A longer, deeper look at the Yamaha TRBX505. Active/passive switching, the low B revisited, and why I keep recommending this bass to students more than any other in the price range. … Continue readingYamaha TRBX505 Deep Dive: The More I Play It, The More I Like It
The Fujigen Mighty Jazz 5-string is a Japanese-made Jazz Bass format done right — impeccable build quality, great pickups, and a tone that works for almost everything. … Continue readingFujigen Mighty Jazz Bass 5-String Review: Made in Japan and It Shows
The Yamaha BB435 is a no-nonsense 5-string bass that delivers real tone and playability without the boutique price tag. Here’s my honest review after years of playing it. … Continue readingYamaha BB435 Review: The 5-String That Just Works