Bass Reviews by Brad Mock

1. Carvin LB-50 Koa ·
   These are my favorite basses. Back in 1982 when I bought this bass I had looked at Alembic and all the other hi-End basses (man...(more)
   Equipment: Basses · Posted: 7/19/2002 by Brad Mock (15520)
   
2. Both Worlds by Michel Petrucciani ·
   This recording features Michel as composer and pianist and he seems to really enjoy working with these musicians. Probably my f...(more)
   Recordings: Jazz · Posted: 7/25/2000 by Brad Mock (15520)
   
3. Basstorius by Bass Talk 3 ·
   Here are some of the best bassiste around paying tribute to Jaco and his music. Many of the players will be unknown in American...(more)
   Recordings: Other · Posted: 7/28/2000 by Brad Mock (15520)
   
4. Who's Afraid Of The Big Bad Bass by Bass Talk IV ·
   After an ominous intro German bassist Ben Hullenkremer sets the scene for this disc using multiple basses and tons of overdubs h...(more)
   Recordings: Other · Posted: 7/29/2000 by Brad Mock (15520)
   
5. Waters Of Eden by Tony Levin ·
   Answer: A beautiful CD where he can declare his love for the bass and music without any need for flash or pyrotechnics. While p...(more)
   Recordings: Rock/Pop · Posted: 7/29/2000 by Brad Mock (15520)
   
6. Cab by Macalpine/Brunel/Chambers ·
   Like the other recordings on this Tone Center label you get a group of musicians together in a Studio let them o play their butt...(more)
   Recordings: Jazz · Posted: 8/3/2000 by Brad Mock (15520)
   
7. Spaces Revisited by Larry Coryell ·
   This CD was my introduction to Richard Bona a wonderful bassist from Cameroon. While his style here is a nod to Jaco he certain...(more)
   Recordings: Jazz · Posted: 8/6/2000 by Brad Mock (15520)
   
8. Polytone MiniBrute III ·
   Can't you tell, I love it. The only bass I have that dosen't speak well with this amp is my 5-string, below D it looses punch an...(more)
   Equipment: Amplifiers · Posted: 6/21/2003 by Brad Mock (15520)
   
9. VitalTechTones 2 by VitalTechTones ·
   The first VTT was a complete jam fest that was a blast, but this CD had a bit more planning as far as compositions go and it is ...(more)
   Recordings: Jazz · Posted: 9/6/2000 by Brad Mock (15520)
   
10. Line 6 Bass POD ·
    I've been looking for a portable way to improve my recorded bass sound without hauling a bunch of stuff from studio to studio, a...(more)
    Equipment: Effects · Posted: 7/31/2002 by Brad Mock (15520)
    
11. Shut Yo' Mouth by Slam Stewart & Major Holley ·
    This is one of my favorite "blue day" recordings when you hear the shenanigans of these two you can't help but smile, laugh and ...(more)
    Recordings: Jazz · Posted: 9/22/2000 by Brad Mock (15520)
    
12. Electro-Harmonix Bass Microsynth ·
    I had possessed two of the old originals (1 was loaned out but not returned, the other was on loan to me and I did return it aft...(more)
    Equipment: Effects · Posted: 10/1/2000 by Brad Mock (15520)
    
13. Donny Hathaway-Live by Donny Hathaway ·
    From the opening groove of "What's Going On" to the amazing bass solo on "Everything is Everything" that ends this disc you get ...(more)
    Recordings: Funk/R&B · Posted: 1/20/2001 by Brad Mock (15520)
    
14. Renaissance SPB ·
    The only down side so far is that it is HEAVY. Sure in the past 23 years there have been some advancements in bass design and b...(more)
    Equipment: Basses · Posted: 12/10/2004 by Brad Mock (15520)
    
15. CAB 2 by Brunel/Chambers/McAlpine/Auger ·
    JazzRock Fusion won't die if players like this keep revatalizing it's blood. Sure these guys have all been around for a while b...(more)
    Recordings: Jazz · Posted: 3/26/2001 by Brad Mock (15520)
    
16. Colonel Les Claypool's Fearless Flying Frog Brigade by Les Claypool ·
    This set opens with King Crimson's "Thela Hun Ginjeet" and closes with Pink Floyd's "Shine On You Crazy Diamond" and includes 5 ...(more)
    Recordings: Rock/Pop · Posted: 4/15/2001 by Brad Mock (15520)
    
17. Walter Hutcherson's Musical Exchange ·
    If you are in Central Texas and need a good set up, or a repair that needs expert craftsmanship and care go see Walter. Walter ...(more)
    Tech/Services: Repair · Posted: 4/16/2001 by Brad Mock (15520)
    
18. MBT Road Cases Lightweight Bass Case ·
    If I was to carry this around a lot I might want double shoulder straps but all in all it is well designed and will get the job ...(more)
    Equipment: Cases/Covers/Racks · Posted: 11/22/2001 by Brad Mock (15520)
    
19. Gibson G-3 ·
    These basses deserve a better reputation than they have in the bass community, the G-3 has been a vital part in my working colle...(more)
    Equipment: Basses · Posted: 5/30/2010 by Brad Mock (15520)
    
20. Aslin Dane AMB-202/5 ·
    I was looking for an inexpensive bass to try using a high C tuning and am very pleased. I would not hesitate to recommend this b...(more)
    Equipment: Basses · Posted: 4/21/2002 by Brad Mock (15520)