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Fender American Ultra II Stratocaster Review

The new Fender American Ultra II Stratocaster is part of a long-awaited series update. I had the chance to try out the premium Strat.

Unusual Effects Pedals: A Sonic Treasure Hunt in 6 Chapters

Unusual effects pedals can be the one thing that makes your sound unique! Check out these suggestions!

Boss DM-101 Analog Delay Pedal – Now Cheaper & a Review

The Boss DM-101 is an analogue delay pedal with digital control. We tested it and tell you why it is worth buying. Now even cheaper!

ESP LTD EC1000 QM Review: Active Pickups and Push/Pull

I had the chance to play and test the ESP LTD EC1000 QM with Fishman Fluence Modern PUs. Spoiler alert: it's amazing for high-gain sounds.

Best DJ and Tech Deals for Thomann Cyberweek 2024

It's Cyberweek at Thomann with loads of awesome DJ and tech deals! Discover the best offers for DJs and content creators here.

Deals on Guitar Pedals and Amps at Thomann Cyberweek 2024

It's Thomann Cyberweek again. There are some great deals on guitar pedals and amps, check them out here!

Best Studio Deals for Thomann Cyberweek 2024

Thomann Cyberweek starts today with loads of great studio deals! Find the best offers on audio interfaces, monitors, microphones and more here!

Best Hi-hats under 250 Euros: Grooving on a Budget

Looking for affordable suggestions for your next hi-hat? Take a look at the best hi-hats under 250 euros!

Blackstar TV-10 B: Boutique Look with Vintage Tones and EL34 Tubes

Now with EL34 tubes, the Blackstar TV-10 B delivers authentic British tone with modern features and great look.

The Ten Best Guitar Books Every Guitar Player Has to Read

We have selected the 10 best guitar books that inform, inspire, and educate. And no, it's not just tabs.

Studio Standards: Classic Mic Preamps that Made Recording History

Classic Mic Preamps like those found in legendary consoles helped shape countless hit records. We look at microphone preamps that made history.

Is Sound Everything? Why Guitar Design Matters Just as Much

What's more important: Guitar Design or its sound? Let's take a closer look the pros and cons foe each.

The Six Best Headless Guitars: Headless to Happiness

Headless guitars can be quite controversial - some love 'em, some hate 'em. Let's take a look what it's all about.

The Three Best Guitar Solos in Hollywood Movies: These Moments are Cult Classics!

We have selected the best guitar solos in Hollywood movies. What's your favorite and why?

How to Change Strings on a Floyd Rose: Restringing a Locking Tremolo

Restringing a guitar with a Floyd Rose or other floating tremolo system doesn't have to be hard! Here's how to change strings on a Floyd Rose.

Acoustic Guitar Strings: How to Change – Restringing Made Easy

Restringing an acoustic guitar can seem like a daunting task for beginners. It doesn't have to be! Here's how to change acoustic guitar strings!

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

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

IK Multimedia iLoud MTM MKII Review: Small size, huge sound.

What if you could have studio sound at the comfort of your home studio? We review the studio monitors iLoud MTM MKII from IK Multimedia. Now in white!

The Top 5 Overdrive Pedals You Need to Know!

These top 5 overdrive pedals are must-haves for any pedalboard. This article sorts through the endless choice of distortion pedals.

Choosing the Best Guitar Pick – What You Need to Know

If you want to upgrade your playing, your sound, and refine your style, then you're probably looking for the best guitar pick. Take a look.

Best gear for Solo Singer-Guitarists: What you need to succeed

Tips on the best equipment for singer-songwriters. Here are some recommendations that will enhance your performance.

Review: IK Multimedia iLoud Micro Monitor Pro

We took the new IK Multimedia iLoud Micro Monitor Pro for a test drive- And, boy, do they sound impressive for their size.

Old vs. New: which Amps and Pedals sound better?

Do modern amps and pedals always sound better than older versions? Or are we fooling ourselves? Food for thought. Amps and Pedals: Our opinionInnovation vs. TraditionBetter or just different?Practical ...

8 Guitar Amps That Shaped Rock & Roll – The Best of the Best!

Guitar amps... Such an important part of the sound of legends like Hendrix or EVH. We've selected the eight best ones. Check them out.