Guides & News
Reviews, tutorials and buying advice from two decades of covering recording and instrument gear.
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Breaking Down The Overdrive Effect, Part II: Distortion and Fuzz
For even more adulterated distortioncheck out the Keeley MOD of the SD1 A few days ago, we detailed a brief history of…
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Black Sabbath Bassist Confirms New Album Completed
Black Sabbath’s tentatively titled ’13’ hits later this year. Black Sabbath bassist Geezer Butler sat down with That Metal Show’s Eddie Trunk…
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BBE 882i Sonic Maximizer Review
Get a great deal on the BBE 882i Sonic Maximizer here at Soundaria! There are few products that I have come across…
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Gregg Allman – Low Country Blues
Allman Brothers singer Gregg Allman has announced his first solo album in 14 years. On Low Country Blues, the rock legend will…
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A Closer Look at the New Riot Reloaded from Suhr
Own the Riot Reloaded today for only $200.00! If you’re the type of player in need of a hi-gain rock pedal, look no…
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A Closer Look at Fender’s Four New Pawn Shop Models
One of the most unique line-up of guitars made by any of the major manufacturers has got to be the Fender Pawn…
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The Legacy of Jim Marshall
Jim Marshall (July 29, 1923 – April 5, 2012) Early in the day on Thursday, April 5, 2012, Jim Marshall passed away…
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The Importance of Left Hand Technique
Your fingers are doing some amazing things by moving in a very unnatural way to get to the D chord. I’m sure…
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The Black Keys Sue Pizza Hut and Home Depot
The Black Keys; FL: Daniel Auerbach, Patrick Carney The Black keys have sued Home Depot Inc. and Yum Brand Inc.’s Pizza over…
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Slipknot Announces Music Festival, Jack White Adds Tour Dates
Slipknot Unveils Knotfest Summer is looking to get a whole lot heavier with Slipknot announcing their very own metal and hard rock…
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Ronnie Montrose Dies at 64
Guitarist Ronnie Montrose died this past Saturday after a long battle with prostate cancer. He is best known for his work with…
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Rolling Stones Play Past Curfew, Face Possible $320,000 Fine
The Rolling Stones playing a packed crowd at the 02 Arena Let’s dive right into some rock in roll news this Wednesday…