Bass Magazine 2024/11 Vol.365 (AUTUMN) (Cover: SUPER EIGHT Maruyama Ryuhei)

Bass Magazine 2024/11 Vol.365 (AUTUMN) (Cover: SUPER EIGHT Maruyama Ryuhei)

■Cover and opening feature I ♥ I love JB! Jazz Bass ~ Maruyama Ryuhei (SUPER EIGHT)

As an eternal standard, Fender's masterpiece “Jazz Bass” has continued to be loved since its birth. There are many professional bassists who love it, and many people talk about the excellence of that instrument. Why has this instrument attracted the hearts of bass players to such an extent that it hasn't stopped...? Let's unravel the secrets of “the magic of jazz music,” which captivates bass players. A number of “JAZZ BASS LOVERS” bassists appeared in this project. Maruyama Ryuhei (SUPER EIGHT), who graces the front cover, introduces his favorite jazz bass, and there is also an interview where Hama Okamoto's (OKAMOTO'S), who has a strong image of plebe, talks about the appeal of jazz bass. Then, 13 bassists talk about the jazz bass they love. Other than that, there are plenty of contents that delve deeper into the characteristics of musical instruments, such as age determination methods and an introduction to current jazz basses. This is a special feature on the total power of bassist and jazz bass!

◎SPECIAL INTERVIEW 1: Maruyama Ryuhei (SUPER EIGHT) ◎ SPECIAL INTERVIEW 2: Hama Okamoto (OKAMOTO'S) ◎JAZZ BASS LOVERS' GALLERY Maeda Kyosuke (Androp) /Fukuda Hiromu (Suspended 4th) /TOKIE/Anami Shingo (Green and Yellow Society) /Wakazaemon /Sunaga Kazuhiro/Nakamura Kitaro/Chigasaki Manakura/Nakamura Kei/Hino “JINO” Kenji/Fujiwara Hiroshi (DOGADOGA) /Shingo Suzuki (Ovall) /Maika (Chilli Beans.) ◎ An “easy” method to determine the model year for vintage jazz ◎ “Dream” jazz bass feat.Takeda Yusuke (RADWIMPS) to order at the Fender Custom Shop ◎ BM carefully selected! The abilities of the current jazz bass 9 series by Igarashi (Hitorie) & Kaneko Takuma ◎ Andy Mooney (CEO, Fender Musical Instruments Corporation) Interview ◎ Famous jazz-based instruments that pioneered the domestic scene

■THE BASS INSTRUMENTS FENDER AMERICAN ULTRA II FEAT.Mishima Sohei (cinema staff) The “American Ultra Series” is the pinnacle of the Fender American Series released in 2019. This series, which has been loved by a wide range of generations, regardless of whether they are professionals or amateurs, as an active bass that symbolizes fenders, has been reborn with a new look as “II.” 26 years have passed since the original “American Deluxe Series” of Fender Active Bass introduced in 1998, how has that lineage deepened, and what kind of inspiration does it bring to players? Thorough verification will be carried out along with a trial review by Mishima Sohei (cinema staff), who is also a favorite user of fender products.

■Special Events Celebrating 2nd Anniversary Namba Akihiro and Niigata Ramen Namifuku - the taste of a long-established store spun by Punks The ramen shop “Niigata Ramen Namifuku” in Niigata City, Niigata Prefecture, represented by Nanba Akihiro, a leading figure in the melodic punk scene, celebrated its 2nd anniversary in 2024/9. Therefore, in this magazine, we will introduce the current state of the store and once again look back on Namba's history as a ramen shop owner. They also talked about their future goals and future as musicians.

■Wood Bass Dialogue Kimura Yusuke (MUJINA) x Sekiya Yuki (TRI4TH) Speaking of wood bass, there are probably many people who associate the woody sound of jazz with brilliant walking phrases. However, even if you say “wood bass” in one word, there are a wide variety of concepts for sound and play. Here, Sekiya Yuki (TRI4TH) and Kimura Yusuke (MUJINA), two people who output sounds that overturn the concept of wood bass, talk about their own style.

■GEARS Fender's New Effector Series/FENDER Bassman Contrary to its retro, pop, and somewhat nostalgic exterior, the contents are Fender's new effector series “Bassman,” equipped with cutting-edge technology. This series, which Fender has newly launched, has a lineup of 5 models with a wide variety of variations. We will introduce all the features and appeal of the 5 models, which are full of individuality.

■Artist book “All About HEATH” released ■Ueno Koji's talk event “Born To Lose” will be held!

■INTERVIEW ◎JIRO (GLAY) ◎ Nakamura Kazuhiko (9mm Parabellum Bullet) ◎ Yamamoto Hikaru (Aooo) ◎MISA (BAND-MAID) ◎ Ron Carter ◎ fami (LOVEBITES)

■Serialization ◎ BMG (Behind the Masterful Groove) ~ Professional Behind the Scenes ~ Part 3: Sheiya Adelekhan ◎ Born to Loose by Koji Ueno ◎ Bass Meal ~ Bass Player's Food Taste ~/Nagaike Joe (SCOOBIE DO) ◎ bassist's life work/Kawamura Ryu

■Serialized Seminars ◎ “Sound” knowledge that bassists should know Basic Bass Knowledge ~ Electroacoustics ◎ US hit bass situation Torii Shinmichi (triple fire) ◎ Feel Free Jazz Nagata Yuki (JABBERLOOP, POLYPLUS) ◎ Showa bass maestro by Gamou Yuichi

■MYDEAR BASS Red Zibla (Iriff Dopa)

■BM SELECTED SCORES “Hippocampal Growth Pain” I wish it was always midnight. *There is no recording of “BM SELECTED SCORES” in the electronic version

■BASSMAN'S LIBRARY CD/DVD/video reviews, etc.