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Meet the Fuzzbeast, a monstrous Les Paul with built-in fuzz
21 Mar 2020 · UK's Jack's Instrument Services has come up with another epic build, this time mounting a fuzz and octave effect into a Epiphone Les Paul. Meet the Fuzzbeast!
Audiority Solidus VS8100 plug-in models Marshall’s classic Death Metal amp
20 Mar 2020 · Audiority's new plug-in amp simulation, the Solidus VS8100, emulates the legendary Marshall Valvestate 8100 Solid State Amplifier, responsible for the death metal sound of the 1990s!
Pilot Wave turns your pedalboard into a MIDI Sequencer
20 Mar 2020 · The new Pilot Wave MIDI Effect Sequencer from Step Audio opens up the world of MIDI parameter control for pedal-heads - take your MIDI enabled effects on a new journey!
Kemper Kabinet FRFR cab and Kone DSP speaker now shipping
20 Mar 2020 · The Kemper Kabinet FRFR cab and Kemper Kone Celestion speaker are now available to buy - the new system was announced at NAMM 2019 and is finally shipping to dealers.
Euphoria amp sim uses neural networking to recreate a Bogner Ecstasy
19 Mar 2020 · Based on an iconic tube guitar amplifier Bogner Ecstasy 101B, Mercuriall Audio's Euphoria uses neural networking to create some - frankly stunning - amp tones in your DAW.
Charvel USA Select DK24 2PT: Tasty new HSS models from the Custom Shop
19 Mar 2020 · Charvel has just added some new premium USA Select DK24 2PT models to its line-up, all built at its Californian Custom Shop, with great looks, HSS pickups and tasty finishes.
Neural networking for better guitar tone? Mercuriall teases new amp sim!
19 Mar 2020 · Neural Networks amp modelling is being teased by Mercuriall Audio in their latest video for a new mystery software amp plugin.
30% off: Line 6 slashes all software prices till 31 March
19 Mar 2020 · Line 6 currently has a huge sale on its entire software range at 30% off, including Helix Native, POD Farm and more. If you need some new tones for your DAW now is the time to pick then up.
Fender debuts stylish Made in Japan Heritage Series
18 Mar 2020 · Fender has just announced a gorgeous new "Made in Japan Heritage Series" including basses and guitars with '50s. '60s and '70s vintage styling. There's only one snag: you can only get them in Japan!
Dial in some 800 and 900! Fuchs launches the Mantis 89 all-tube amp head
18 Mar 2020 · Combining two different circuits inspired by two well-known amp heads, the Fuchs Audio Mantis 89 is all about classic high-gain tones derived from two famous models by a certain UK-based amp maker.
Diezel VHX: A 100W amp head mixes full-on tube tone with DSP and IRs
17 Mar 2020 · The best of both worlds? The Diezel VHX amp head mixes tube tones with digital IRs and DSP control, adds in a ton of features, modern technology and some serious valve amp pedigree. Whew!
Godin Radium: Mixing a Radiator and a Stadium!
17 Mar 2020 · Godin's new Radium combines its Radiator and Stadium models into one new guitar style, available in Carbon Black and Winchester Brown with HSH pickups and tasty natural wood finishes.
Zeppelin Design Labs VPM1: A Volume Pedal mod with no strings attached!
16 Mar 2020 · This clever modification from Zeppelin Design Labs for the Ernie Ball VPM1 Volume Pedal allows you to lose the string and other old tech from this popular pedal and add some serious clout.
Too hot by far: Line 6 recalls Relay G10 Wireless System due to “extreme overheating”
16 Mar 2020 · Line6 has recalled its Relay G10 wireless system for guitar after reports of overheating of the transmitter during charging. Users are required to install a firmware update to prevent the problem.
Fender celebrates with the 70th Anniversary Broadcaster
16 Mar 2020 · In 1950, Fred Gretsch told Leo Fender to stop using the name "Broadcaster", claiming trademark infringement. Mr Fender renamed it the Telecaster. Only 250 Fender Broadcasters were made. Until now.
Is the Stone Deaf FX Noise Reaper pedal your solution for unwanted noise?
16 Mar 2020 · Sick of unwanted noise in your signal chain? Boutique effects pedal manufacturer Stone Deaf FX launches the Noise Reaper pedal, to get rid of unwanted sonic clutter.
Synergy Amps reveals new Bogner Ecstasy and Ubershall preamp modules
15 Mar 2020 · Two boutique high-gain amp voices are now available for the Synergy Amps modular preamp system designed in conjunction with the legendary Reinhold Bogner.
Strymon says goodbye to the OB.1 Compressor & Clean Boost
15 Mar 2020 · Strymon has officially discontinued its first pedal, the OB.1 Compressor & Clean Boost pedal, citing problems sourcing parts. Will second hand prices for the OB.1 now reach stratospheric levels?
Gibson responds to Heritage Guitars’ legal action
15 Mar 2020 · The next chapter in the Heritage/Gibson saga: Gibson has released a statement giving its side of the story. Heritage has broken the agreement between the two guitar makers, the statement claims.
Heritage Guitars sues Gibson, alleges “campaign of harassment”
14 Mar 2020 · Heritage Guitars announces on Instagram that it's made a "defensive" legal filing against Gibson, alleging a "campaign of harassment", presumably over copyrights.
Djent for your DAW: Impact Soundworks Shreddage 3 Hydra virtual 8-string guitar
13 Mar 2020 · Impact Soundworks know a thing or two about virtual guitars and their new Shreddage 3 Hydra virtual 8-String could be the perfect weapon for all your djent needs - inside your DAW.
Fender and Gibson USA standard guitar models: Which would you buy?
13 Mar 2020 · Once upon a time, the standard USA-made Gibson or Fender was your go-to guitar. Now, both face enormous competition. It begs the question: Which "core" USA brand is getting your money in 2020?