How the Fender Bass Changed the World (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780879306304)

This book by the founding editor and former publisher of Bass Player magazine not only celebrates the 50-year history of Fender's revolutionary Precision Bass, it also - for the first time - illuminates the full scope of its profound impact on music and society. Focusing on the bass' artistic influence, it details the technical milestones that gave the bass its musical power. This book also describes the impact of the bass in the hands of such visionaries as James Jamerson; cheers the innovations of rockers like Jack Bruce, Paul McCartney, John Entwistle and Sting; and honors the inspired work of such virtuosos as Jaco Pastorius. Loaded with black & white and 100 stunning color photos.

Author: Jim Roberts
ISBN-10: 0879306300
ISBN-13: 9780879306304
Publisher: Backbeat Books
Language: English
Published: 05/01/2001
Pages: 192
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.33lbs
Size: 10.86h x 8.42w x 0.51d

Review Citation(s):
Reference and Research Bk News 08/01/2001 pg. 195