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First steps to better guitar tone – without spending any money
19 Dec 2015 in Guitar
Guitarists all love the phrase 'tone' and we all want those tones that we hear our favourite players getting. Whether it be searing leads, crystal cleans or texas sizzle.
The Revstar range has landed: Yamaha launch a huge range of guitars
18 Dec 2015 in Guitar
Yamaha have now released this new range and boy what a range! Loads of new guitar models all bearing a similar design layout, which is loosely based on the classic Yamaha SG guitars (Yes!) and so look ...
T Rex Replicator is finally released! Yes, an actual Tape Delay for under a grand.
After a long wait the brand new T Rex Replicator Tape Delay has finally been released. So how will this old school technology fit into a modern world?IK Multimedia’s new free Riff Maestro App. Master those riffs from your phone.
16 Dec 2015 in Guitar
So IK Multimedia have just announced a new iOS & Android compatible software app for showing you how to play you favourite guitar riffs. You load up your favourite tracks and their new software will show ...
Electro Harmonix 720 Stereo Looper with 12 minutes of stereo loop time
16 Dec 2015 in Guitar
New from Electro Harmonix is the 720 Stereo Looper pedal. Which has 12 minutes of stereo recording time available on 10 independent loops with unlimited overdubs. So great for creative guitar and bass players ...
Everyone loves a nice nOb: introducing a new customisable DAW controller
nOb is a new control device that can be used with your favourite DAW and plugins. Its built with high quality components and can be custom configured to match your needs.New KH103 Kirk Hammett Signature head from Randall Amps
15 Dec 2015 in Guitar
Kirk Hammett of Metallica fame has just teamed up with Randall amps to bring the world his ‘signature’ guitar sound the KH103 Kirk Hammett Signature head. It comes in a 120 watt head format and is a ...
7 dials CV Express DIY Kit: A crazy new module for synth geeks
14 Dec 2015 in Synths
The CV Express module is an expression pedal interface for modular synthesizers that produces a variety of outputs for use in controlling other modules. This kit from UK company 7 Dials will add lots of fun to ...
Gibson Lifeson EDS-1275 double neck. 1970s boat anchor anyone?
14 Dec 2015 in Guitar
Now myself I’m not a huge fan of double neck guitars, as they tend to be a huge compromise and weigh an awful lot. With today's modern effects it's easy to simulate 12 strings live without the need for ...
Recording guitars for next to nothing or how to find a DAW for peanuts.
Recording guitars does not have to be expensive and in some cases can be practically free. So you do not have to spend a fortune to get great quality results. This weeks instalment should get you going for ...Sticky Nuts? Here is a cheap and easy fix for your guitar tuning woes.
12 Dec 2015 in Guitar
Tuning issues can be a real pain. But often the fault can be fixed cheaply and easily with some common household items and save you having to pay out for a guitar tech.
Free The Tone Tri Avatar Multi-Dimensional Chorus: New for 2016
11 Dec 2015 in Guitar
Free The Tone release have just announced a new chorus pedal the TA-1H Tri Avatar . Should be available Early 2016. If its anything like their previous releases than it could be one to watch.
New Yamaha Revstar guitar line to be released next week
11 Dec 2015 in Guitar
Yamaha are doing a cheeky teaser campaign and being very secretive about their new Revstar guitar line, featuring a Youtube video with the guitar out of shot but featuring a logo. So what will the Revstar look ...
“Air” Kurv Guitar: the stringless guitar or bass for the masses?
10 Dec 2015 in Guitar
Kurv Guitar: the guitar with no strings. Seems an unlikely prospect doesn’t it? However a team of British researchers have produced just that. So does this mean no more dirty G strings?
New Carr ‘The Lincoln’ full of Vox-flavoured boutique goodness
10 Dec 2015 in Guitar
Carr Amps 'The Lincoln' has just been announced. A simple twin channel amp with a great reverb and also a built in attenuator. Rated at 18 watts which is perfect for both studio and live use.
A Deeply Unpleasant Companion: Fredric unveil new bass fuzz pedal
09 Dec 2015 in Guitar
Finished in blue with a scary Tegu graphic, this brand new bass fuzz is handmade in London. These boutique bass fuzz pedals have just been launched and give bass players something filthy to play with.
Dirty Shirley Limited Edition 20 watt amp announced
08 Dec 2015 in Guitar
Dave Friedman has announced a Limited Edition 20 watt Dirty Shirley all tube valve head!
Do we need another PAF pickup clone?
07 Dec 2015 in Guitar
So the whole aftermarket guitar pickup world is saturated with PAF clones. Will yet another one really make any difference?
Handmade British PAF Humbuckers.
ThorpyFX rumoured to be launching a Klon Killer in 2016
04 Dec 2015 in Guitar
Military grade effects pedals hand made in the UK. These award winning pedals are setting a new standard in boutique guitar pedals, with their custom chassis and top quality components .
Cardboard Stratocaster!
04 Dec 2015 in Guitar
Cardboard guitar engineering feat that sounds like a classic Stratocaster.
ESP LTD Kirk Hammett Ltd Edition Nosferatu
03 Dec 2015 in Guitar
ESP LTD’s Limited Edition Kirk Hammett Nosferatu guitars sold out in less than 24 hours!
The Helix has landed – hard? Line 6 modeling troubles.
02 Dec 2015 in Guitar
Line 6 Helix has a few teething issues.