Established in 2013.  Anaconda Basses offers Award Winning Elite Series Basses, hand-made in England. We also offer our Essence Series Basses, Pickups and run a full Setup & Repair shop.

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Your quest for ultimate tone ends here.

Latest Reviews by Matt Parker

News & Updates

  • Ultra J & PJ5 Essence reviews by Matt Parker

    Matt Parker Reviews

    Matt Parker does an in depth review of both an Ultra J5 Essence (Carmine Red Burst) and an Ultra PJ5 Essence (Honey Burst).


  • Matt Ramsey joins the Anaconda Stable

    Matt Ramsey joins Anaconda Basses.

    Thrilled to welcome Matt Ramsey @therealmattramz to the Anaconda Basses family!  Matt’s tone, groove, and innovative playing style are a perfect match for our mission to push the boundaries of modern bass design. Matt plays an Ultra J5 Essence (Blackburst), with Anaconda AC5-TNT pickups.

  • New AC5-TNT Pickups now available

    AC5-TNT Pickups

    Introducing the New Anaconda AC5-TNT Stacked Coil Pickups – the latest innovation in high-performance bass pickups from Anaconda! Designed for precision, power, and clarity, these stacked coil pickups deliver a rich, full-bodied tone with exceptional articulation, making them perfect for bass players across all genres.  See more..

  • Anaconda Basses Exhibit at the UK Guitar Show

    UK Guitar Show

    The Guitar Show UK was a fantastic success! It was wonderful to reconnect with everyone who came by the stand to say hi and check out our basses.

  • Nadine Lee Joins our Artist Roster

    Nadine Lee

    Nadine is a drummer, bass player and singer/songwriter, Musical Director & Composer.


    Nadine has worked alongside The London Philharmonic Orchestra, Annie Lennox, Stephen Warbeck, Jack Thorne, Cece Winans (USA recording artist), Ekklesia (UK recording artist), London Community Gospel Choir, Lamar, Jamilia, Bryan McFaden, Katie Mueller, P Diddy etc…

The Ultimate Instrument For Bassists

For every bassist, finding the perfect instrument is an ongoing journey. However, it's safe to say that the Anaconda Elite Series basses are a prime contender for the ultimate bass guitar. These custom hand-made instruments are a creation of Andrew Taylor-Cummings, a Luthier in the UK. His 25 plus years experience, allows him to craft with precision and attention to detail, making them world-class instruments with impeccable tone, playability, and build quality.


The Anaconda Elite Series basses boast superior craftsmanship and top-quality materials, that make them stand out from the crowd. Each Bass Guitar is made with premium timbers, which give them their distinct sonic character. The basses are also fitted with high-end electronics, which ensure that players can easily dial in their desired sound.  One of the most noteworthy aspects of the Anaconda Elite Series basses is the attention-to-detail that goes into the manufacturing process. Andrew handcrafts each bass guitar from scratch, ensuring that every detail is accounted for. From the wood selection to the hardware, every component is chosen with precision and care. From £2856 (approx. $3500 USD)

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Essence Series Reviews

AC5-TN Pickup Review by
The Bass Channel

Bass Musician Magazine: Dec 2023

Anaconda Ultra J5 Essence review

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Bass Musician Magazine: Dec 2023

Anaconda Ultra J5 Essence review

Customer Feedback

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    Grzegorz J. Verified buyer

    Thank you so much for the 5-star rating, Grzegorz! We're thrilled to hear that you're enjoying your AC4 - TN pickups. If you have any questions or need assistance, feel free to reach out.

    Andrew Taylor-Cummings
    from Anaconda Basses - Online Shop
  • Jamal Nichols 5 string signature review
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    Martin H. Verified buyer

    Thank you so much for the 5-star rating, Martin! Thrilled to hear that you're loving the Ultra J5 Essence. Jahmal Nichols Signature. Thank you for your business.

    Andrew Taylor-Cummings
    from Anaconda Basses - Online Shop
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    Great Pickups!
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    Charles W.
    Santa Ana, United States

    Thank you so much for your detailed review! We’re thrilled to hear the AC5-TNTs hit the mark for you—especially in such a high-pressure, professional setting. It means a lot to know they’re delivering the tone, balance, a super quiet performance that you need night after night. Grateful for your support!

    Andrew Taylor-Cummings
    from Anaconda Basses - Online Shop
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    Samuel M. Verified buyer
    Shaw, United States

    Thank you for your 5-star rating Samuel! Happy to hear that you're loving the Ultra J4 Essence in Island Blue. Please feel free to share any pictures of you playing your bass with us and we'll share them on Instagram.

    Andrew Taylor-Cummings
    from Anaconda Basses - Online Shop
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    Michael M. Verified buyer

    Thank you so much for your 5-star rating, Michael! Happy to hear that you are enjoying your Ultra J5 Essence (Carmine Burst). Your recommendation means a lot to us!

    Andrew Taylor-Cummings
    from Anaconda Basses - Online Shop
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    Cardel I. Verified buyer

    Cardel, thank you so much for your 5-star rating on your new Ultra J5 Essence (Brown Burst) Bass! I am happy that it arrived safely and that you are enjoying it. I look forward to your next purchase in due course :) Your support and positive feedback means a lot!

    Andrew Taylor-Cummings
    from Anaconda Basses - Online Shop
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    Joseph R. Verified buyer

    Thank you so much for the 5-star rating, Joseph! I'm happy to hear that you're loving your Ultra J5 Essence (Carmine Burst). Your support means the world to us! Continue to enjoy and spread the word.

    Andrew Taylor-Cummings
    from Anaconda Basses - Online Shop
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    Ray T. Verified buyer

    Thank you so much for the 5-star rating, Ray! We're happy to hear that you love the Ultra J5 Essence (Jahmal Nichols Signature). Your support means a lot to us!

    Andrew Taylor-Cummings
    from Anaconda Basses - Online Shop
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    Anaconda builds a solid instrument!
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    Earl D.
    Eastpointe, United States

    Thank you so much for the 5-star rating, Earl! Good to hear that your Ultra J5 Essence (Black Burst) arrived safely and that you are enjoying it. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need further assistance.

    Andrew Taylor-Cummings
    from Anaconda Basses - Online Shop
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    Love this bass
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    Larry M. Verified buyer

    Thank you for your 5-star rating, Larry! We are thrilled to hear that you are enjoying your new - Ultra J5 Essence (Black Burst). Enjoy!

    Andrew Taylor-Cummings
    from Anaconda Basses - Online Shop