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The Fender Troy Van Leeuwen Jazzmaster in Copper Age is now officially available
06 Oct 2020 in Guitar
After getting leaked earlier this year, Fender has now officially released the Troy Van Leeuwen Jazzmaster in Copper Age, with a few subtle differences compared to the existing Oxblood version.
The NUX Mighty Plug is crammed with effects, amp models, and cab IRs. The best practice tool ever?
06 Oct 2020 in Guitar
The NUX Mighty Plug is a tiny app-enabled multi-effects unit, which can be controlled via your smartphone using Bluetooth and will fit in the palm of your hand.
Vintage celebrates milestone with new limited edition 25th Anniversary Series
05 Oct 2020 in Guitar
The Vintage 25th Anniversary Series Silver Burst run includes three classic designs that come in a fantastic finish, with some great hardware and tone-wood choices.
The new Harmony Comet semi-hollow – It’s like an H-72, but nicer!
03 Oct 2020 in Guitar
The Harmony Comet is based on the H-72 model from the 1960s, with updated appointments for the modern age, and could be a great alternative to a real vintage instrument.
The Heritage Custom Core H-150 – an authentic premium singlecut
03 Oct 2020 in Guitar
Hand-built in the old Gibson factory in Kalamazoo, the new Heritage Custom Core H-150 premium singlecut is the vintage flavoured guitar you've been looking for.
The new MXR M305 Tremolo has six modes and a hidden secret
02 Oct 2020 in Guitar
The new MXR M305 Tremolo has six waveforms to choose from, can run in stereo, and has a hidden secret mode. This could easily be the only tremolo pedal you'll ever need!
Fender adds new Acoustasonic Stratocaster Exotic models to its American Acoustasonic range
02 Oct 2020 in Guitar
Fender's new hybrid acoustic-electrics, the American Acoustasonic Stratocaster Exotic models, come in either Cocobolo or Ziricote bodies, and a huge range of sounds thanks to some clever electronics.
The new JHS Series 3 pedals are priced at $99 each – Budget boutique!
02 Oct 2020 in Guitar
Boutique effects brand, JHS Pedals has just launched its new Series 3 range, where each pedal is dressed in a minimalist clean white casing and priced at just $99!
Taylor’s new mid-scale Grand Theater is a whole new class of acoustic guitar
02 Oct 2020 in Guitar
The new mid-scale Taylor Grand Theater acoustic models boast a new C-class bracing system, and use sustainable tone-woods in the shape of Urban Ash and eucalyptus.
Chase Bliss Audio CXM 1978 opens for pre-orders: The reverb pedal of the decade?
02 Oct 2020 in Guitar
The new Chase Bliss Audio CXM 1978 is ready for pre-order and... it looks absolutely stunning, with automated faders controlling a classic Lexicon-inspired reverb. The reverb pedal of the decade?
Is the Boss GT-1000CORE the new rival for the Line 6 HX Stomp?
01 Oct 2020 in Guitar
The new Boss GT-1000CORE packs in all the DSP power of the GT-1000 and puts it into an HX Stomp-style format. Could it be that the Line 6 HX Stomp has some serious competition?
Hughes & Kettner’s new Spirit Nano Heads: Pocket tonal nirvana?
01 Oct 2020 in Guitar
The new Hughes & Kettner Spirit Nano Heads are amazingly small but come featured packed with built-in Red Box cab sims and a sagging control for power amp overdrive at any volume. Neat!
Stomp Under Foot recreates two classic effects with the Silver Foxx and Cherry Bomb
01 Oct 2020 in Guitar
Stomp Under Foot's new Silver Foxx and Cherry Bomb pedals are the latest stompboxes to be based on two legendary fuzz and boost effects, renowned for their phenomenal tones.
LEGO Legendary Stratocaster kit to be released in 2021
30 Sep 2020 in Guitar
The LEGO Legendary Stratocaster has been given the green light to become an official kit in 2021. Soon you can build your very own Strat out of mini bricks!
The new Electro-Harmonix Mainframe Bit Crusher brings ’80s-style arcade sounds in a pedal
30 Sep 2020 in Guitar
The new Electro-Harmonix Mainframe Bit Crusher will make your guitar sound like all those classic arcade games from the '8os, with bit crushing and sample rate annihilation at your disposal!
Fender introduces new Tash Sultana signature HSS Stratocaster in luscious Transparent Cherry
30 Sep 2020 in Guitar
Australian multi-instrumentalist Tash Sultana has a new signature Fender Stratocaster coming out next month. This rather tasty looking HSS model should satiate all your tonal requirements.
Fender Parallel Universe II Uptown Strat: A more versatile Gibson Les Paul?
29 Sep 2020 in Guitar
Is the new Fender Parallel Universe II Uptown Stratocaster a more versatile take on the Les Paul? This intriguing beast looks like it can deliver humbucker tone, with more options than a regular LP...
Fender George Harrison Rocky Stratocaster to cost €26,000 – should you invest?
29 Sep 2020 in Guitar
With only 100 being made, the new Fender Custom Shop George Harrison "Rocky" Stratocaster costs an eye-watering €26,000! Can it possibly be worth that kind of asking price?
Coppersound Pedals and Jack White collaborate on new Triplegraph octave pedal
28 Sep 2020 in Guitar
Jack White and Coppersound Pedals have just announced the new Triplegraph, an octave pedal which combines a unique digital effect with a kill switch and built-in effects loop.
Get the Red Fang sound with the new Night Destroyer EQ and distortion pedal
28 Sep 2020 in Guitar
Fans of juicy stoner rock and the sounds of Red Fang will be all over the Night Destroyer, a distortion and EQ pedal inspired by the Sunn Beta Bass. There's a snag, though...
Harley Benton TB-70 SBK bass in Satin Black: Are you ready to rock?
28 Sep 2020 in Guitar
Harley Benton's TB-70 now comes in legendary rock-n-roll colours: black in black! This affordable model us built to rock, with a classic shape linked to John Entwistle, Nikki Sixx and Twiggy Ramirez.
Friedman’s new Twin Sister combines two Dirty Shirleys in one amp
25 Sep 2020 in Guitar
What's better than one Friedman Dirty Shirley? How about two? Meet the new Twin Sister, an all-tube amp head and combo, with bags of classic vintage Marshall-style boutique tones.