Inspired and encouraged by our 30 years of experience and communication with professional players and customers throughout the World, The Bass Centre is proud to present an all-new Bass Collection for the 21st century.

From the authentic sounds, eye-catching looks and period-accurate appointments of the Jive, Power and Detroit Basses, to the cutting edge PowerHouse, the sleek, small bodied Speakeasy and the revival of the unique, rubber string Ashbory Bass, you simply won't find better attention to detail, build quality and expertly set-up instruments at this price point.

Affectionately known as "a few basses we built with our mates", the British Bass Masters series extends the award-winning Bass Collection range with an exciting selection of artist-inspired instruments that pay tribute to a galaxy of Brit bass all stars, including several long-standing Bass Centre customers and friends.

With decades of dedicated brand knowledge, the Bass Centre offers superlative customer service and comprehensive stocks of the complete NS Design range at the BEST prices in Europe, with FREE SHIPPING to the United Kingdom and selected EU mainland destinations on all instruments.

Rating:  
Wow
06 November 2024  |  Robert

Not even face to face in a shop have I received such great customer service from any other guitar shop.

I asked to have a set of flats included in my delivery - “No problem, no charge, we will fit them for you” was the reply.

The bass was set up perfectly for me, it's a revelation to play for my diddy little fingers and is powerful.

Quick delivery.

I've only given a five star on this review because it doesn't let me give 9 or 10.

Completely happy and well satisfied customer.
Thankyou to Barry and his team.


Rating:  
Sounds awesome
22 October 2024  |  Kevin

I just purchased one from you and I absolutely love it! So easy to play, and so much fun. It sounds awesome! Bill did good approving this reissue of his iconic Dallas Tuxedo bass. I wish I could tell him in person. Thanks!


Rating:  
Great instrument and great service
08 October 2024  |  Celeb

The people at The Bass Centre were incredibly helpful with my order, shipping within the very short timeframe I had, and packing it carefully.

Regarding the instrument itself, I am still exploring the possibilities but electric guitar enthusiasts have been amazed at the sound and feel of it. I still cannot believe how accurate the dots are for intonation, it's a great help to transfer skills to an acoustic cello as well.

Well worth it.


Rating:  
Holds its head high
01 October 2024  |  Paul

I have two of these Speakeasy bass guitars alongside several vintage SGC Nanyo models. The modern version holds its head high compared with the older ones. I tend to take one of each era out with me when gigging and, to be honest, people tend to compliment me on the sound with the Speakeasy version more than when using one of the originals!

If you are after a bass, particularly if you find the neck radius and body dimensions of the majority of the market cumbersome, you will not be disappointed by a Speakeasy. The vintage Nanyos are great but tend to need the pre-amp and barrel jack replacing if they still have the original components.


Rating:  
Almost perfect
28 September 2024  |  Todd

Beautiful, high quality bass. Great price. I'm about to record a CD of Stones songs from 1964/65. I'll be using this and I'll send you a copy. The only complaint I have is with the nut. I don't use roundwound strings (and I'm surprised that was the only choice for the Wyman). I ordered a set, but I had to take it to my guitar guy for some filing because the string slots weren't wide/deep enough for them.


Rating:  
Betsy is lovely and a great Jazz bass
27 September 2024  |  Alban

The Betsy is an excellent bass. The Burgundy Mist finish and ebony neck are gorgeous.

The build quality and finish are excellent. The neck and frets are perfect. The only weak point is the tuner, which isn't very precise (like other brands in this price tag).

The bass really sounds great and it's easy to play. The sound is powerful and very versatile thanks to the EMGs and the Betsy has become my main bass.

The bass was delivered within a week and set up superbly.

The Bass Centre staff are very friendly and quick to answer any questions.


Rating:  
40 years of putting the bass in and on
18 September 2024  |  Adrian

As always top quality service and product from the team at The Bass Centre, this time the 40th anniversary t-shirt.


Rating:  
40 Years Man and Boy....
13 September 2024  |  PJ

I had to get one of these 40th Anniversary T-Shirts. Great quality and it's a really good fit too.

All the memories:
I was there at the beginning, as a fan of the shop. I bought my first real bass rig, the Trace Elliot 8x10 combo, from them and a bigger old banger to fit it in.

Then, of course, I ordered a Status Series II (to my spec). How exciting it was waiting for that to be made. I used to pop in and pay a bit off it every couple of weeks.

The staff, (especially Nicky, Chris and Martin) were always ace, very welcoming, and knew their stuff... and managed to stay calm even when someone (or ten at the same time) was trying to master a new Mark King lick in the background.

I was also really inspired by Barry, he always looks great, had that lovely Porsche outside, someone to look up to and aspire to be like. Great days, looking forward to the 50th.