156 Results for "Japan"

NAMM 2019: Ibanez cuts costs on new JEM7VP Steve Vai Premium guitar

A new, slightly more wallet-friendly Premium version of Steve Vai's famous JEM guitar is being premiered at Ibanez's NAMM 2019 booth - and it screams shred!

NAMM 2019: Ibanez AZ Series with new signature models

Ibanez has new bunch of signature models derived from its AZ Series, bearing the names of players from Polyphia and Chon; a new guitar for Andy Timmons rounds out this five-piece set.

NAMM 2019: Ibanez Axion Label and Prestige RG5000 range stand out from the crowd

A dizzying number of new guitars at NAMM from Ibanez, but there are two we think you should be taking a look at, with lots of attention to detail, quality hardware and stunning finishes.

NAMM 2019: Will the Ibanez Joe Satriani JS1CR keep its Chrome Boy finish?

Ibanez's new Joe Satriani JS1CR 'Chrome Boy' will include Joe's favoured DiMarzio Satchur8 and SUTAINIAC pickup system. But will this version keeps its chrome finish?

Dirty Haggard Audio DH-2 Death Fuzz: An improved Shin-ei Companion FY-2?

New Portland, Oregon based pedal company Dirty Haggard Audio have updated and improved an old classic Japanese fuzz circuit and named it the DH-2 Death Fuzz.

Fender Midnight Series: Three classy Strat, Tele and Precision versions made in Japan

Fender is preparing a new limited edition, the Midnight Series, encompassing rather classy looking Stratocaster, Telecaster and a Precision Bass versions, all made in Japan.

DiMarzio Richie Kotzen signature Strat replacement pickguard available at last!

Want some bona fide Richie Kotzen tones but can't be bothered tracking down one of those rare Kotzen signature Strats? DiMarzio have a proposition for you that's surprisingly affordable.

Is BOSS preparing to launch a Waza Craft DC-2w Dimension C and an MT-2w?

If this isn't some well-executed hoax, these two images seem to indicate that BOSS is planning to release a Waza Craft DC-2w and MT-2w. Are they legit? We hope so!

Fender Japan announces new FSR 6- and 12-string Stratocasters and a Jazzmaster

Fender Japan has for many years made models that have never been sold officially outside their home market. These new FSR models will be available for everyone to buy.

Fender Mahogany Offset Telecaster – Limited European run

This limited edition from Fender Japan is a special run for the European market and is all mahogany with some very nice specifications throughout, it is also very brown!

Caparison Horus-M3 CC – Pretty in pink, a Floyd-loaded shred machine

This new Courtney Cox signature model is a seriously tweaked and refined instrument designed to stand out from the crowd - hence the hand-finished Pink Sapphire attire.

NAMM 2018: Teisco relaunched as a brand with Fuzz, Boost and Delay effects

The old Japanese brand Teisco has been relaunched for 2018 at NAMM with three new effects pedals heading up the newly revived company. But are they retro chic or cash-in nonsense?

NAMM 2018: JHS Bonsai – 9 Tube Screamers in one pedal?

How many Ibanez Tube Screamer overdrive pedals can you squeeze into one box? Apparently, the answer is nine and so JHS pedals have gone and done just that!

NAMM 2018: BOSS announces Katana Artist 100W, 1×12″ combo

BOSS have announced a cool new Pro version of the Katana amp series, with 100 Watts in a 1x12" combo - the ideal portable solution for the budget-conscious gigging guitarist?

NAMM 2018: BOSS launches new GT-1000 multi-effects processor flagship

BOSS is about to announce a new multi-effects processor at NAMM. Could this be their attempt to take on the mighty Line 6 Helix multi-effects and amp sim range?

NAMM 2018: Limited edition Korg ARP Odyssey FSQ bundled with SQ1

The original components are getting scarce and so Korg is putting together a limited run of the authentic ARP reproduction called the ARP Odyssey FSQ. Comes complete with a matching SQ1 sequencer.

LEAK: Fender Limited Edition Meteora to launch at NAMM 2018

This new limited edition Fender Meteora looks like a cross between a Telecaster and an offset Jazzmaster style body, will players love it or hate it?

Boss Katana-Air: A wireless wonder amp?

The latest desktop guitar amp from Boss is the new Katana-Air:, a completely wireless amp with quite a few tricks up its sleeve. Could this new practise amp make you ditch your cables?

Ibanez AZ2402 details emerge ahead of AZ ‘SuperStrat’ series launch at NAMM 2018

This boutique-style SuperStrat is about to be launched officially by Ibanez at the NAMM 2018 Show later this month, and wil be a flagship guitar as part of the new AZ Series.

Ibanez NuTube Screamer to be released at NAMM Show

A new updated version of that classic green overdrive pedal used by the likes of Stevie Ray Vaughan and many others, but now it comes with Korg's NuTube technology.

Caparison Michael James Romeo Signature model – Symphony X

The Symphony X main man Michael James Romeo gets a new signature guitar from the Japanese high-performance guitar builders, it includes a unique M3 body construction and bolt-on neck.

Ibanez RG550 is making a comeback for 2018 – 1980s shred, anyone?

That all-time classic Ibanez '80s shred machine is making a comeback for 2018 and they will be available in classic colour schemes of the originals at last.

Bill Kelliher of Mastodon reveals why he left Gibson – and it ain’t pretty

Mastodon's Bill Kelliher has shared the real reasons behind why he left Gibson USA and moved to ESP - and it's turning into a PR nightmare for the troubled US guitar maker.

TC Electronics to launch JUNE-60 Chorus Effect pedal

This pedal has been sneaking around undetected for a few days on the internet now and it looks as though it could be getting an actual release date sometime soon!