Guitar
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?
Offset Delay, anyone? A Fender Jazzmaster gets the onboard delay treatment.
12 Mar 2020 · This offset guitar comes with a built-in delay and looks pretty epic! This sweet Jazzmaster mod is the work of a small UK guitar company - hear it in action here.
Enter Steve Vai’s Harmony Hut with a video tour of his amazing guitar collection
12 Mar 2020 · Yes, Steve Vai's Harmony Hut is as amazing as you hope it will be! A new video takes us through his stunning guitar collection while Steve shares stories about his favourite instruments.
A pedal you can name whatever you want: Way Huge Chalky Box
12 Mar 2020 · The Chalky Box is a special limited edition Way Huge overdrive pedal that you can customise to look however you want - as long as you can wield a stick of chalk, that is.
PRS cancels Experience PRS 2020 over Coronavirus concerns
11 Mar 2020 · In a move sure to sadden its customers and fans, PRS has cancelled Experience PRS 2020 over Coronavirus concerns, a clear sign of how badly Covid-19 is impacting the music industry.
Phase, Rotary, Autowah and more: The new Seymour Duncan Polaron phaser pedal
11 Mar 2020 · Seymour Duncan's new Polaron has a big array of analogue phase tones available, like Auto Wah, Rotary Speaker (Leslie), Talkbox, Flanger and Phaser - all controlled using a digital technology.
Flower Pedals Hosta Wah Filter: A flowery, funky, flexible little auto wah.
10 Mar 2020 · This refreshing new take on the auto wah by Flower Pedals offers a lot more than just classic wah sounds; Hosta Wah Filter's three modes give you a lot of options on tap.
Mega-Deal: Almost 50% off IK Multimedia AmpliTube MAX and AmpliTube 4!
09 Mar 2020 · Save nearly 50% on IK Multimedia's AmpliTube MAX bundle and AmpliTube 4! This deal for new users runs until 31 March, so it's a good time to grab one of the leading virtual guitar rigs.
The Supro Blues King 10 gives you 5 Watts, Fat and plenty of trimmings
09 Mar 2020 · Supro‘s Blues King 10 is the third iteration of the Blues King concept, this time with 5 Watts, an 8-inch speaker and enough trimmings to make it an interesting proposition for home and studio use.
Flight Rig: A hybrid 100-Watt rack amp blending tube tech with solid-state
08 Mar 2020 · Dynamo has a new proposition for guitarists who cover a lot of miles on the road (or in the air) and need a convenient rig with a tube preamp but lower weight: Flight Rig.