Guides & News
Reviews, tutorials and buying advice from two decades of covering recording and instrument gear.
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Why Guitar Speaker Size Matters
These days, it’s a becoming more widely understood by the average player just how important a role speakers play in their overall tone.…
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Tone Woods of Today’s Guitars
It’s not just the inside form of the guitar that affects tone as far as the body goes. The choice in wood…
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Why Electric Guitar Tube Amps Need Time To Warm Up
Before they can be safely operated, electric guitar tube amps need time to warm up. Here, we explain why this is the…
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Five Modern Female Guitarists To Check Out
Despite their male counterparts getting the lion’s share of the limelight, women guitarists have been a part of popular music since the…
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Budda Budwah Wah Effects Pedal Review
If you are one of those musicians who have yet to experience a Budda pedal – it’s cool, you’re not alone. Although…
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Guitar Nut Materials Guide
A guitar nut is extremely crucial when it comes to the playability, tone and the overall performance of your guitar. A well-constructed…
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Friedman BE-OD Guitar Pedal Review
While some players out there might not be familiar with the work of Dave Friedman, they definitely know the many legendary…
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Common Characteristics Of Successful Musicians
Behind all the songs and music that we hear, there are some untold stories. Stories of those musicians who dedicated their lives…
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Gear Recommendations For Solo Musicians
Being a solo performer is a whole different ball game than being part of a traditional band. You have to be a…
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Tech Tips: Using EQ To Remove 60-Cycle Mains Hum
If you haven’t already experienced this type of noise before, you have more than likely heard about it. The dreaded 60-cycle hum.…
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Voodoo Lab Sparkle Drive MOD OD Pedal Review
Today we’ll be taking a look at the Sparkle Drive from Voodoo Lab! Does it have enough to stand out among the…
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Speaker Power Ratings Explained
Understanding a speaker’s power rating can be pretty tough for those unfamiliar with the subject. What makes things even worse is that…