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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.

Guitar Speakers: The most important part of the signal chain?

Guitar speakers are the unsung heroes of perfecting your sound. Hidden from sight in cabs, their components significantly shape your sound.

How John Mayer brought the Blues back

John Mayer is one of the most influential guitarists of today. Not only is his playing instantly recognizable, he also brought the Blues back. How did he do that?

Serato DJ 3.2.1 Update Supports Non-Serato DJ Controllers

The Serato DJ 3.2.1 update adds support for non-Serato DJ controllers for the first time. Is your DJ controller supported?

Deal: Get up to 21% off these Pro Mark Classic drumsticks!

Drum Sticks Deal! Save up to 21 percent for only a short time with these Pro Mark Classic four-packs! There is even a Classic Attack model!

9 unusual Plugins: Different Workflows, outlandish Sounds

There are so many plugins out there, but some really stand out due to their unique concepts. From unusual plugins for synths to effects, there's something for everyone!

The Perfect Guitar for every Genre – does it exist?

Does every genre have its “perfect guitar”, or is the issue overrated? It seems that playing Metal with a Stratocaster is no problem at all.

The 6 Worst Guitar Sounds of all Time

All that glitters is not gold. You'll even find them in the biggest hits: the worst guitar sounds of all time.

40 Years of Purple Rain – Prince and his Gear

Purple Rain turns 40! We take a look at Prince as a guitar player and the gear and techniques used in the creation of this timeless masterpiece.

How many guitars do you really need, and why more is not always better

I've owned about 40 guitars in my time. Today there are 10. Why less is sometimes more and how to make a well-informed decision on how many guitars are enough.

Review: Pittsburgh Modular Taiga, semi-modular synthesizer

Pittsburgh Modular Taiga is a new desktop synth with exciting sound-shaping options. Our review and details on the latest firmware update!

Johan Röhr: The Secret King of Spotify Playlists

A Swedish musician you've probably never heard of has more plays on Spotify than Michael Jackson and Metallica. Who is Johan Röhr?

Kloppmann Pickups: Premium Pickups made in Germany

We went and met one of Germany's finest pickup makers, Andreas Kloppmann. His Kloppmann Pickups are among the best handcrafted pickups on the market!

New Spotify Data Reveals: More than 25,000 EU Artists make more than €5,000

Spotify claims to offer musicians an opportunity to make a living. A new report now reveals current numbers for European artists.

Musiclawyer: New AI-based Tool Checks Your Contracts for Free

Musiclawyer.ai is a new AI-based tool that automatically finds potential issues in your contracts. Get your recording contracts checked for free!

Why Jeff Beck was this good on guitar

Jeff Beck was both a genius and a virtuoso. He has left a huge gap that no one will be able to fill so quickly, even today.

Apple unveils iPad Pro 2024 and a bigger iPad Air

Alongside the M4-powered iPad Pro 2024, Apple today announced a refreshed iPad Air series, including a new 13" model.

beyerdynamic DT 770 PRO X Limited Edition Review

A classic gets an update for beyerdynamic's 100th anniversary: We check out the beyerdynamic DT 770 PRO X Limited Edition in our review.

The best YouTube channels for guitarists

YouTube is more than just an entertainment portal. With our selection of YouTube channels for guitarists, you'll find the best videos!

Isla Instruments S2400 Review: New DSP Card Upgrade Adds Onboard VST Effects

A new DSP card upgrade for the Isla Instruments S2400 sampler adds the ability to run your favorite effect plugins. Read our full S2400 review here.

Twitch CEO confirms: DJs must share streaming revenue with labels!

Twitch CEO Dan Clancy says that DJs who stream their sets on Twitch will soon have to share their revenue with record labels.

Apple M4: New AI-ready processors to arrive sooner than expected

Apple is reportedly speeding up the introduction of the M4 line of processors to counteract limping Mac sales.

SSL S400: New Solid State Logic System T Console

The new SSL S400 console for recording, broadcast, and live sound applications is available in three configurations.