Julian Schmauch, Author at gearnews.com

Julian Schmauch has been teaching music production and writing tutorials, workshops, and reviews for more than ten years. He has also written for Sound on Sound, Production Expert, Beat Magazine, and a variety of music magazines. On Gearnews.com his main areas of expertise are all things Guitar.

Affordable Tube Amps: The Best All-tube Models under 500 Euros

15 Jun in Guitar, Deals

Looking for affordable tube amps - even all-tube models under 500 euros? Take a look at our suggestions!

Fender Studio Bundle, EQD Pedals, and a PRS Amp: 3 Crazy Deals of the Week!

13 Jun in Deals

Save up to 21% on gear! There is a Fender Studio Bundle, a PRS amp, and loads of Pedals from EarthQuaker Devices on sale at Thomann!

Vox 2026: More Handwired Amps and New Vintage Pedals!

Vox 2026: New Hand-wired Amps Now Available!

11 Jun in Guitar

Vox 2026 includes new hand-wired amps with Greenback speakers, a fuzz pedal, and a vintage treble boost. Let's check them out!

The Best Reverb Pedals for Electric Guitar: From Budget to High-End

08 Jun in Guitar

Fancy a little reverb? We've rounded up the best reverb pedals for every budget. Is your favorite on the list?

The Strokes’ Guitar Tone: You Need These Plugins and This Gear to Play “Last Nite“!

07 Jun in Guitar

How to achieve The Strokes' guitar tone? If that's what you googled, check out this guide for suggestions for plugins and gear!

Harley Benton CLP-12SM Solid Top: The Parlor Guitar gets a Lefty Version!

03 Jun in Guitar

The CLP-12SM Solid Top has been one of Harley Benton's most successful acoustic guitars. Now, there is a left-handed version!

Meris Ottobit X: Shoegaze, Lo-Fi, Game Music, ’80s Vibes in One Pedal

03 Jun in Guitar

Is this the holy grail of lo-fi? The Meris Ottobit X packs bit-crushing, VHS effects, '80s sounds, and more into one powerful multi-effects pedal.

Eventide H9 Harmonizer Gen2 Leak: Is This The New Benchmark for Multi-Effects?

03 Jun in Guitar

Details about the Eventide H9 Harmonizer Gen2 have leaked! What does the new generation offer, and how much does it cost?

DW 9000x Series: The Most Innovative Drum Hardware Series Ever?

02 Jun in Drums

With the DW 9000X series, Drum Workshop is introducing a host of innovative features for hi-hat, snare and tom stands.

Martin Custom Shop 0-18K2 Koa: Limited to 100 Guitars Worldwide!

02 Jun in Guitar

With the Custom Shop 0-18K2 Koa, Martin Guitars celebrates 100 years of innovation. This acoustic guitar is available in a strictly limited edition!

The Silent Drum Kit: How to Play Quietly at Home, on Stage, and in the Studio

01 Jun in Drums

From mesh heads and drum dampeners to e-drums and risers: here's how to build a silent drum kit for any situation and budget.

Jackson Wes Borland King V: Limp Bizkit’s Style with a Floyd Rose Bridge

27 May in Guitar

You know what time it is! The Jackson Wes Borland King V, a signature model or Limp Bizkit's guitar player is here!

The 7 Best Guitars for Bluegrass Beginners: Your First Dreadnought

25 May in Guitar

Check out the 7 best guitars for bluegrass beginners! There'll surely be one that's right for you to sound like Billy Strings!

Harley Benton DNAfx AmP10: The Ultimate Beginner’s Amp?

19 May in Guitar

Harley Benton's new DNAfx AmP10 brings everything you need for your first amp: versatility, portability, and clever features.

Harley Benton MV-4JB Plus BassTheWorld: Now in Shell Pink with Tesla Pickups!

15 May in Guitar

New additions to the Signature Bass line for BassTheWorld! Following the MV-4JB Plus, the slightly scaled-down MV-4JB is now available in Shell Pink!

Taylor Next Generation: Four Grand Concert Models Added!

15 May in Guitar

Taylor Next Generation features three innovations that significantly improve the sound of its luxurious acoustic guitars. Check out the latest additions!