Best Bass Guitars in 2026
We aren’t afraid to say it: bassists are a big deal here at Sweetwater! Whether you’re a seasoned veteran or a newbie pondering a career in the... Read more »
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Feb 19, 2026, 11:00 AM
Combo vs. Stack: Which Amp Is Right for You?
The crux of any craft is knowing the right tools for the job — not reaching for a sledgehammer when a finishing hammer will do. The same goes... Read more »
Jan 1, 2026, 11:20 AM
Best Gifts for Young Musicians in 2026
At Sweetwater, we work with the world’s best music and audio equipment every day. That makes every day feels like a holiday! It also gives us a... Read more »
Jan 1, 2026, 8:00 AM
Best Bass Amps for Beginners in 2026
Navigating the world of bass amps can be daunting. With so many amps with unique features and benefits, choosing one can make beginning players... Read more »
Dec 5, 2025, 11:11 AM
Marshall’s New Spinal Tap Amp Goes Past 11: “The Loudest Amp Ever Built” | Only at Sweetwater
After 40 long years, Marshall and Spinal Tap reunite for the ultimate heavy-metal haymaker — the custom “Goes to 11” Marshall JVM410H. At 100... Read more »
Dec 2, 2025, 9:00 AM
Fender Iron Maiden 50th Anniversary Dave Murray & Steve Harris Signature Guitar & Bass Demo
The Fender Iron Maiden 50th Anniversary limited-edition Dave Murray signature Stratocaster and Steve Harris P Bass are here! Mitch Gallagher... Read more »
Nov 17, 2025, 3:00 PM
Dingwall NG3 Adam “Nolly” Getgood Bass Demo: Sweetwater-only Style ft. Freekbass
Funk phenom Freekbass grabs the Dingwall NG3 Adam “Nolly” Getgood bass — in Sweetwater-exclusive Candy Apple Red — and lays down infectious grooves. Read more »
Nov 15, 2025, 11:00 AM
Calvin Rodgers & Billy Sheehan Take on Phil Demmel’s Riff Challenge!
Calvin Rodgers — genre-transcending drum dynamo and polychromic percussionist — joins Billy Sheehan for Phil Demmel’s riff challenge! Read more »
Nov 1, 2025, 11:00 AM
Tommy Aldridge & Billy Sheehan Take on Phil Demmel’s Riff Challenge!
Tommy Aldridge — legendary drummer and double-bass-pedal pioneer — joins Billy Sheehan and Phil Demmel for this riff challenge: 30 minutes, no... Read more »
Oct 30, 2025, 3:00 PM
Coheed and Cambria Rig Tour: The Infinite Arc Tour Full-band Gear Breakdown
Coheed and Cambria, on their Infinite Arc Tour, gave this full breakdown of onstage gear from the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum in Fort... Read more »