The likes of Fender, Rickenbacker, Music Man and more are all making some of the best basses they ever have, and there really is something for everyone. The quick list. ... If you’re playing in a band ...

Jack Bruce (with his Fender Bass VI) performing Strange Brew with Cream. In 1965 Fender surprised us all with the Bass V, the first 5-string bass and was aimed directly at bass players, but it was a ...