Guild Revives the S-300!
Guild revamps the S-300, their late-’70s off-set axe that earned cult-classic status for its futuristic body shape and bold, daring sound. 48 years later, this head-turning guitar returns for today’s players to find their new under-the-radar favorite. Featuring a double-cut offset mahogany body loaded with Guild HB-2+ humbuckers, this vintage-futuristic tone machine punches with huge, […]
Watch: The Fender ’62 Deluxe is Back!
The Fender ’62 Deluxe is back and loaded with the same edge-of-breakup glory that made it a must-have tone machine decades ago. Watch as Justin demos the amp and interviews Fender Product Manager Jason Stillwell for a deeper look! Jun 30, 2026Myles
Shure KSM Studio Mics Get a Modern Upgrade
With Shure’s KSM32C, KSM40C, and KSM44MP microphones, the long-running Shure KSM Studio Series gets its first real spec upgrade in years. These three new-for-2026 mics replace legacy models like the original Shure KSM32 and KSM44A — trusted workhorse condensers that have garnered excellent reviews for decades. The KSM series is Shure’s premium line of microphones […]
Backrooms vs. Obsession: Settle the “Score”
The Horror Titans of 2026 The talk of Hollywood in 2026 has centered around two mega-horror film releases: Backrooms, directed by Kane Parsons, and Obsession, directed by Curry Barker. The films have some similar roots — they’re both directed by former YouTube phenoms and produced with modest budgets. This is with the major caveat that […]
The Gibson ES-330 Makes a Triumphant Return!
Gibson reaches into the vault to bring the classic ES-330 to life for today’s players! Representing the model’s introduction year, 1959 ES-330 offers everything you would want from a real ’59 model: a chunky C-shaped neck, period-correct medium jumbo frets, and understated dot inlays. The 1962 model changes things up just a bit, sporting period-correct […]
The Gibson Victory Floyd Rose Returns!
The Gibson Victory Floyd Rose returns! Originally dive-bombing onto the metal scene in the early ’80s, the Victory commanded the attention of extreme shredders with its blistering playability, searing tones, and Kahler tremolo bridge. Now, Gibson has added a reimagined Floyd Rose model to its modern Victory collection for today’s players. Watch as Justin showcases […]
Sabian Stratus Dry: A Focused Voice in a Familiar Family
The modern drummer yearns for a cymbal that speaks clearly and leaves room for the rest of the kit to shine in the mix. This has led to dry-voiced cymbals having a moment, or perhaps a series of moments over the last few years with drummers across various genres. Sabian’s Stratus Dry line aims directly […]
Ibanez Mode Basses: Where Tradition Meets Technical Performance
Looking for a bass that honors the classics while embracing the future? The Ibanez Mode (MDM) series is a modern re-imagining of an iconic, ubiquitous bass design built to support the creative ambitions of today’s most innovative players. Whether the gig calls for a traditional supporting role or a highly technical performance, the Mode series […]
What Does Compression Do to a Bass Signal?
What is compression? Why do we need it? Those are questions asked by nearly every musician at one time or another. It’s a process that is seen as a necessary evil or even a fully-blown mystery until one understands what exactly is going on. Compression isn’t magic, and it’s not punishment for an unwieldy bass […]
