80s metal pioneer WILLIE BASSE has signed an endorsement deal with Peavey Electronics. He will be using the Peavey VB-3 bass amp on his recordings and upcoming worldwide tour.

Signed by A&R; Manager and former MEGADETH bassist David Ellefson, Basse commented, "I love the Peavey VB-3 bass amp! I actually haven't plugged into a production amp lately and liked it right off the bat. After I played it for a while, I liked it even more. Then I kicked in the EQ, adjusted it and it was killer. The Amp just gives off this killer tone that is exactly what I need" he said. "Being an old-school, tube-freak recording engineer and studio facility builder, I'm not forgiving at all when it comes to my gear. I'm so particular and old-school, I've always had my gear made from scratch. Point is, the VB-3 responds to my hands and gives back exactly what I do. I will be using Custom Shop 18-inch cabinets and 4x12" - stackables made of 18-ply select Birch. For all the 'Basse-Heads' out there, this will be my signature basse rig!"

The Peavey VB-3 is built around a tube power section that utilizes six EL34 tubes to deliver its stunning 300 watts of power. By adjusting the Clean Gain and Overdrive Gain controls on the footswitchable Clean and Crunch channels, respectively, players can dial in tones ranging from the snarling grit of rock and metal to the weighty thump of old-school dub and reggae to clean, punchy hi-fi - all while delivering the necessary “cut” to maintain a strong bass presence in live performances.

Willie Basse’s solo album, The Money Grind was released in 2008 through New Empire Media. He is currently writing material for his upcoming new studio album, which will be produced by Andy Johns (LED ZEPPELIN, VAN HALEN). The effort is slated for summer 2009 release through New Empire Media, which is gearing up for an action packed release schedule next year with a reissue BLACK SHEEP's classic Sacrifice EP, Basse’s new reality TV series Rockstar Reality on DVD and a Rock For Recovery DVD which features concert footage of Black Sheep with RANDY CASTILLO and MOTÖRHEAD slated for next year.