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What comes across the bench, and what it tells us. Instruments, history, and the details that decide what something is worth.

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The Höfner 500/1: The Bass That Changed Music

When it comes to the guitar world, it’s not uncommon to see things become popularized through various obscure tales and legends. In other cases, a particular instrument or piece of gear may become well known through many players’ usage over a period of time. And then...

  • How Did We Buy This 1953 Fender Precision Bass?

    Here at IVG, folks come by selling vintage instruments for all kinds of different reasons, and we’re here to help make the process easier. In some cases, they could simply...

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  • Taking A Closer Look: The Danelectro Longhorn Bass

    The Danelectro Longhorn is a charming and unique instrument when it comes to electric bass guitars, known for its distinctive design, unique sound, and cultural impact. Since its introduction in...

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  • The Fender Bass V: An Oddity Lost In Time

    These days its not uncommon to see both guitars and basses featuring one or more strings, and with many manufacturers catering to the needs of players of a wide variety...

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  • What’s That Rumble?: The Rickenbacker 4001

    In the world of electric basses, much like guitars, the select few top runners continue to prove themselves time and time again as the dominating rulers of their field. And...

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  • The Music Man Stingray: A Soulful 70’s Legend

    When it comes to bass guitars, few models command the respect and admiration quite like the Music Man Stingray. Emerging in the mid-1970s, the Stingray has become synonymous with power,...

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  • Bridging Tones: The Unwavering Versatility of the Fender Bass VI

    The Fender Bass VI is a unique and versatile instrument that has lives in its own world, so to speak. Born out of the desire to bridge the gap between...

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  • The Difference Between : Fender Precision And Jazz Basses

    Good afternoon, folks. Today we’ll be embarking on a bit of an investigative dive into two of Fender’s most important electric bass models, the Precision and Jazz Bass. In this...

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  • The Resonance of Time: Exploring the Vintage Charm of Gibson Bass Guitars

    by Randy “ToneMaster” Thompson Vintage Gibson bass guitars stand as iconic symbols of musical history, echoing the timeless resonance of their carefully crafted designs. From the thunderous grooves of rock...

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  • In The Shop: 1958 Fender Precision Bass

    Well folks, we’ve done quite a few posts here on our “In The Shop” series and they’ve all been on guitars. While we love to shine a light on top...

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