Guitar
Summer NAMM 2108: Vox AC30S1 – Single-channel Top Boost AC30, anyone?
29 Jun 2018 · This new stripped back, single-channel AC30-style combo from Vox is based around the iconic Top Boost channel of the original vintage amps. But will it be enough to rock?
Summer NAMM 2018: Fender intros 2018 Signature models
29 Jun 2018 · Fender is revamping some signature guitars for 2018 including new Flea, Albert Hammond Jr, Johnny Marr and Jimi Hendrix models. Yes, yet another Hendrix model...
Summer NAMM 2018: Gretsch Malcolm Young G6131-MY Signature Jet
29 Jun 2018 · Rock legend Malcolm Young was the backbone of AC/DC and Gretsch has announced a fitting tribute to the great man with this new production model based on The Beast.
Summer NAMM 2018: Fender launches three new effects pedals
29 Jun 2018 · Fender presents three new pedals Engager Boost, The Pelt Fuzz and Full Moon Distortion, which complement their existing line-up and have again been designed by Stan Cotey.
TC Electronic updates Toneprint App, adds full iPhone support
28 Jun 2018 · With its new TonePrint app for iOS, Android, PC and Mac, TC Electronics promises more control over effect parameters as well as a more responsive user experience.
SoundBrut FU coming soon, with six fuzz tones in one pedal
28 Jun 2018 · The Swedish pedal builder SoundBrut has been busy this year, currently teasing a new silicon-based fuzz pedal called the FU which has six mid-scooped voices on tap.
Joyo releases its cheap, rechargeable JP-05 pedalboard power supply
27 Jun 2018 · A new flexible, rechargeable pedalboard power supply from a leading brand in budget guitar equipment. Will the new Joyo JP-05 power supply be reliable enough to make your pedalboard sing?
PRS John Mayer Silver Sky prototype teased on Instagram
27 Jun 2018 · A new prototype of the PRS John Mayer Silver Sky has been spotted on Instagram, labelled as Colour Version 5.0.1. Will we be seeing it available in new finishes any time soon?
Westminster Effects Geneva Amp Sim pedal: An AC30 in a box?
27 Jun 2018 · This new boutique Vox AC 30 Top Boost amp sim and drive pedal is hand-built in South Carolina, with a simple design that can provide some classic British amp tones to those on a budget.
Washburn Idol range makes a comeback in 2018
27 Jun 2018 · At the tail end of the last millennium, the Washburn Idol range was born and now it is back and just in time for Summer NAMM 2018 with two new models announced today.
Danelectro adds new ’66T and ’59XT models to its 2018 line-up
25 Jun 2018 · Danelectro introduces some new vintage-inspired Shorthorn and Mosrite styled models for 2018, with better hardware and new pickups. there's also a new baritone model, too.
ZVex Super Duper Concert Bass Mod: Subsonic limited edition with a Sunn O))) vibe
24 Jun 2018 · If you like your trousers to flap with low sub-bass frequencies, then you should probably consider picking up one of these new, limited edition Super Duper Concert Bass Mod pedals from Zvex.
Supro 1696RT Black Magick Reverb amp: Retro rock tones now with reverb
23 Jun 2018 · New all valve spring reverb version of their classic two-channel Class-A vintage voiced amp and designed with some input from Lenny Kravitz, available as a head or combo.
Mooer’s new Black Truck revamps the Red Truck multi-effects pedal
22 Jun 2018 · The new Mooer Black Truck multi-effects pedal tweaks the older Red Truck design to produce a new version that looks more flexible, with a new 5-band EQ and more versatile footswitch functions.
Hotone intros Binary series of budget pedals: Amp, Cab, Mod and Eko
22 Jun 2018 · New Amp, Eko, IR Cab and Mod Binary Effects pedals that are all based upon the Hotone Xtomp Modelling, each has its own set of dedicated controls and features an OLED screen for scrolling through presets.
Line 6 Shuriken Variax SR250 Guitar: Standard length for more appeal?
22 Jun 2018 · Line 6 has just added a new standard scale length version of its Variax Shuriken guitar with more appeal to players that aren't used to baritone guitars but want all the possibilities of guitar modelling.
Fender Player Series: The worst-kept secret of 2018?
19 Jun 2018 · Fender's new Player Series has just been officially announced! Unfortunately for Fender, we have already seen these guitars leaked last week. But will they be enough to make you want one?
Stupid effect pedal names: Is it all getting a bit tired?
17 Jun 2018 · Here we are in 2018, and pedal buyers can choose between Hairy Balls, the Screaming Whore or even the infamous Super Hard On pedal. Is it all getting a little bit out of hand now?
Boss wireless guitar system, the WL Series, announced
16 Jun 2018 · Boss has a new set of wireless hardware for your live guitar rig that even includes a handy compact pedalboard version that integrates with their Katana-Air wireless amps.
Ernie Ball Music Man St. Vincent 2018: Disruption by Design
15 Jun 2018 · The cool new 2018 version of the St Vincent signature comes in Charcoal Sparkle, Blue Dawn, Stealth Black, and Sea Breeze finish, along with two new pickup configurations.
Framus conjures the Stormbender Artist Series for Devin Townsend
14 Jun 2018 · The new Devin Townsend Artist Series model has been announced and it's just what you'd expect: A high-performance, well thought-out 'destroyer of all things' axe of a guitar!
Fender Player Series now all leaked via social media!
13 Jun 2018 · It looks like everywhere you look on social media there are more and more new Fender Player Series models popping up by the hour, with new Telecasters, Stratocasters and Jazz Bass lined up for release soon.