Gear Demos & Walkthroughs 211
Ten Pedals, One Riff: Classic Dirt
What happens when you’ve got 10 unique classic distortion pedals and one slick riff? What type of overdrive or distortion works best with the riff, and how do you know what pedal works best? Well it’s all about how it sounds, so we tested 10 unique classic dirt pedals on a single riff. Which tone […]
Genuine Country Twang for Under $1k!
Sounding great at the local honky tonk doesn’t have to cost an arm and a leg! Perfect for the working musician, the weekend warrior, or even the seasoned vet, our five choices for top country electric guitars for under $1,000 are sure to hit every nuance you’re looking for. Whether you crave the classic Telecaster […]
Charles Berthoud Proves You Don’t Need a Fortune to Sound Great!
Need power, versatility, and a portable bass amp option? Laney’s line of Digbeth Foundry bass amplifiers not only offers a robust, classic-inspired design but provides a variety of wattage options for all players. Each Digbeth Foundry amplifier features a comprehensive EQ section with tilt control, and four adjustable mid presets. For added grit during play, […]
Video: Jack Gardiner Showcases the Laney LFR-110
We sat down with guitar virtuoso Jack Gardiner to discuss Laney’s newest entry into the FRFR speaker world: the LFR-110. In this interview, Jack showcases the superb performance the Laney LFR-110 provides for amp modelers and how it delivers incredible flexibility for mobile rigs.
Video: Go Deep With Roland’s SH-4d Synth
Go deep with the Roland SH-4d, a multi-part desktop synthesizer that brings hands-on creativity to the forefront. Packed with eleven oscillator models, deep synthesis tools, and a multitimbral pattern sequencer, the SH-4d is more than a groovebox–it’s a spontaneous composition machine built for today’s sound designer and tomorrow’s performer. In our exclusive video walkthrough, Justin […]
Warm Audio Brings Legendary 1176 Compression to Your Board With Pedal76
Warm Audio is known for crafting vintage-inspired gear that’s approachable for any musician. The 1176 compressor is still hailed today as one of the greatest vintage units of all time and is re-imagined in modern outboard gear, virtual plug-ins, and even pedalboard-friendly stompboxes. The Warm Audio Pedal76 features an 1176 design-inspired look, real 1176 compression […]
EarthQuaker Devices’ Dirt Transmitter: Rare Transistors, Timeless Dirt Tone, Rancho De La Luna Style!
EarthQuaker Devices first crafted the Dirt Transmitter in 2008 when EQD Founder Jamie Stillman came across some very unique silicon transistors that offered a lower gain with warmth similar to germanium transistors. The pedal and its signature sound was used extensively in-studio on the album “30 Years of Rancho,” which commemorated the conic Joshua Tree […]
Watch: Manis is Keeley’s New Klon-like Overdrive!
Keeley knows that the mythical, transparent overdrive tones featured in high-level pedals like Klons are unattainable for most. That’s why they’ve crafted the Keeley Manis overdrive pedal! The Manis nails transparent overdrive tones made famous by the most mythical pedal ever built, while also delivering switchable low -end recovery, NOS transistors for improved feel, and […]
Video: Martin and Billy Strings Bring Bluegrass to the Forefront
The Martin D-X2E is the result of an exciting collaboration between Martin and modern-day Bluegrass icon Billy Strings. Crafted to capture Billy’s powerful vision, the D-X2E boasts premium tone woods that deliver bright, clear tones while also delivering the fast, silky smooth playability that Bluegrass demands — at an accessible price! Hear the Martin D-X2E […]
