From John Myung to Felix Pastorius to Thundercat, we follow their historic quest for the ultimate extended-range axe ...

“Introduced in 1961, the Fender VI is often referred to as the ... I just assumed it was a six-string guitar. It was a sunburst and the guy wanted $200 so I bought it anyway.

If Leo Fender could come back today I think he would approve.” Another prominent six-string bass proponent is John Myung of Dream Theater. “It just made sense for me to venture into the world ...