Maurizio Über Basses, also known as MüB, specializes in handcrafted custom bass guitars. The company, led by Maurizio Caduto, focuses on innovation and quality, using advanced techniques like CNC for precision in construction of basses with unique features such as custom electronics, and the use of diverse materials. MüB also focuses on sustainability by incorporating recycled materials into their instruments.

Source: Maurizio Uber Basses website (24 April 2024)

Brute Basses is a UK bass brand started by David Telfer. Telfer began building his own bass guitars to create unique instruments, leveraging his love for hands-on crafting and design (his background is in the fashion industry). Initially modifying Fenders, he soon began designing his own basses, drawing inspiration from mid-century designs and less conventional models by brands like Fenton Weil and Yamaha. His creative process involves using locally sourced recycled materials and experimenting with various design elements to produce distinctive, high-quality instruments. His brand, Brute Basses, has gained recognition and use among notable musicians, reflecting his dedication to combining aesthetic innovation with practical functionality. Circa 2022 Telfer was operating Brute as a side project to his main job running the Sunspel clothing brand.

Ruby Guitars is a custom electric guitar company. Ruby guitars are hand made by Reuben Kemp who builds instruments inspired by the oddball pawnshop budget guitars of the 1960s.

Source: Ruby Guitars website (7 April 2024)

SOMA is a music electronics company making both electronic instruments and effects.

Eminar was an Australian amplifier and PA / live sound systems company active from around 1964 to the 1970s. The company was founded by Gary Millington and Peter Roberts in Melbourne. They made tube guitar amplifiers initially but switched to solid state amps in the 1970s.

Source: Oz Valve Amps: Eminar (3 April 2024)

Mono is a brand name owned by Vista Musical Instruments LLC of Kalamazoo. Mono produce a range of instrument cases, effects pedal boards, power supplies and other accessories.

Source: Mono website (27 March 2024)