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Fender enters the world of apps with free tuner
09 Aug 2016 in Guitar
The Californian guitar manufacturer dips its toe into the world of smartphones, apps and digital downloads. Will this new tuning app be the beginning of something new?
Does every amp sound the same? Ola Englund tests the theory
09 Aug 2016 in Guitar
The Haunted's guitarist tries to prove a point by putting a load of different guitar amps to the test. What do you think, do they all really sound the same?
Focusrite Scarlett 2nd Generation now available at last
08 Aug 2016 in Studio
The 2nd generation of the Scarlett range of audio interfaces has finally been released, bringing some new features and upgrades over the range's previous versions.
V-MODA and Roland join forces: Today is officially #808 Day!
When an older less hip company wants to inject some hipster coolness into their brand. What do they do?PPG Phonem: Wolfgang Palm brings vocal synths to your iPad
08 Aug 2016 in Synths
Wolfgang Palm is living legend among synthesists, and now he is bringing his Phonem vocal synth to the Apple iPad platform. See the man himself demo this soon-to-be-released synthesiser app!
Crazy Tube Circuits’ Golden Ratio Phi: The perfect Φ
08 Aug 2016 in Guitar
From Athens comes possibly the 'Golden Ratio' Phi compressor, combining both FET and Optical compression in one very high voltage compact pedal.
Rio Grande’s Greasegunner Tele Bridge pickup: A sharper blade?
07 Aug 2016 in Guitar
A versatile modern take on the Telecaster bridge pickup from this Texas based company. With a bit more kick this little upgrade could put some fire in your guitars tone.
Xvive launch U2 wireless guitar transmitter system
07 Aug 2016 in Guitar
A compact rechargeable wireless transmitter system for your guitar. With a 300ft range and the ability to
Lollar Staple Pickup – Recreating a classic ’50s Gibson neck pickup
05 Aug 2016 in Guitar
Boutique pickup winder Jason Lollar hits us with a classic 1950s favourite and it looks good!
Xvive Mike acoustic guitar enhancement pedal: No more unnatural acoustic tones?
05 Aug 2016 in Guitar
The Mike pedal seeks to emulate real acoustic guitar tone you can add into your DI'd acoustic guitar's signal chain.
P-LINK Pickup Interchange System – Swap pickups in 30 seconds with no tools!
05 Aug 2016 in Guitar
This ingenious idea that allows players to swap out pickups in around 30 seconds is coming to Kickstarter on the 19th August.
UAD Ampeg B-15N Bass plug in – A virtual classic?
A very well respected and classic bass amp modelled for a modern recoding world. With choice of two popular versions of the original and a whopping 42 routing options!PRS Private Stock Grainger Bass: A question of taste?
03 Aug 2016 in Guitar
Gary Grainger has a very limited run signature bass that has just been announced by PRS. Its either a word of art or an exercise in bad taste. You'll either love it or hate it.
Kemper OS 4.0.6 released with new Morphing feature
02 Aug 2016 in Guitar
New OS announced with bug fixes and a new function to blend between profiles. But don't go to the Kemper website and expect more information, because as yet there is none...
Ibanez adds RG range to Iron Label Series: An ’80s classic reborn
02 Aug 2016 in Guitar
An '80s stalwart updated for modern metal playing, the new RG is to be offered in a 'none more black' finish for this year's lineup.
Mesa Stowaway, High-Wire & Clearlink: Swiss army knives for gigging guitarists?
01 Aug 2016 in Guitar
MESA enter the world of signal line drivers and buffers. The not so exciting, but essential tools for many live players, but what exactly do they do and do you need them in your live rig?
KHDK Electronics Scuzz Box: Kirk Hammett likes filthy Germanium fuzz
30 Jul 2016 in Guitar
Metallica's lead guitarist announces his new take on classic germanium '60s style fuzz and its an acid flashback box of fuzziness!
Vick Audio Hypocenter: From Big Muff to Delay!
30 Jul 2016 in Guitar
The master of muff gets into the wonderful world of repetition and ambience with the Hypocenter Delay.
Positive Grid BIAS Rack – A new 19″ rack version for their virtual amp software
29 Jul 2016 in Guitar
Positive Grid announce a new hardware solution of their software emulation of real guitar amps.
Tone Concepts Nels Cline GOO pedal: The ultimate distortion?
28 Jul 2016 in Guitar
Extensively tested by Wilco guitarist Nels Cline over the last 12 months this new distortion pedal is visually inspired by a classic 1950s B Movie! But will it make you jump out of your seat?
Pirate Effects’ The Plank – preamp and boost combined into one
27 Jul 2016 in Guitar
Two of the most coveted guitar pedal boost circuits in the last 40 years have been combined into one boutique effect. But will it be worth sinking ships for? Time to walk the plank and see.
Ibanez Talman Bass TMB310 in new ’70s glam glitter finish
26 Jul 2016 in Guitar
Looking like Marc Bolan's handbag this new sparkly version of the Talman bass will certainly rock someones world! Metal Gurus may have found just what they were looking for.
Chapman Guitars with public vote on upcoming pedal range
26 Jul 2016 in Guitar
The Monkey Lord is back on his quest to bring quality guitar effects to the masses. He has had a few setbacks, but is now back and asking for your input on the range's design...