Bose S1 Pro Plus vs. Bose S1 Pro
The original Bose S1 Pro has long been a top choice of performers and presenters in need of a compact, battery-powered personal PA system. An easy-to-carry unit with two mic/instrument inputs, a Bluetooth receiver, and a smart tilt-back design, the S1 Pro became a hit with artists, spawning numerous competitors since its launch at the […]
How Line 6’s POD Go Saved My Band’s European Tour
Since the dawn of touring, bands have used vans to get from show to show, stuffing gear and luggage alike into trunks like a game of Tetris. In 2022 my band planned a tour that would see us traveling across Europe, but we ran into some interesting challenges along the way. Those challenges had me […]
Gibson 80s Flying V: It’s Time to Fly Back to the Future
Modeled after the Flying Vs from 1984, the Gibson 80s Explorer is a blast from the past. This Flying V comes loaded with 80s Tribute pickups that deliver an aggressive tone while keeping an even balance between the low and high end. The slim taper neck profile makes for an easy playing experience, and can […]
Epiphone 1958 Korina Flying V: Fly High with a Legend
Epiphone makes the legendary 1958 Korina Flying V available to all at an incredible price! Originally launched by Gibson in 1958, the first Korina Flying Vs were a little too forward-thinking for the guitar-buying public at the time. Consequently, less than 100 were ever built. Despite these less-than-stellar beginnings, the Flying V has enjoyed a […]
Epiphone 1958 Korina Explorer: Reach New Sonic Horizons
Epiphone captures the style and sound of the legendary Gibson ’58 Korina Explorer at a price anyone can enjoy! First released by Gibson in 1958, the original Korina Explorers proved far too futuristic for contemporary guitarists. As a result, less than 50 were ever built. With the Explorer eventually finding an audience in the ’70s […]
Gibson 80s Explorer Demo: Flashback to the 1980s
Dressed in black and loaded with attitude, the Gibson 80s Explorer doesn’t hold back. The Gibson 80s Explorer is based on an example from 1984, which will bring you back to the days of hairspray and guitar heroes. A slim taper neck profile makes riffing up the neck a breeze while you’re ripping solos in […]
Drum Workshop: The Beginnings of a Great American Brand
Drum Workshop has been an elite, American-made drum and hardware brand for over 50 years. Their artist roster reflects the high-quality approach they take to their kits, and their time in business is a testament to that fact. But before handcrafted DW drum kits began flying off the line, their sole focus was on drum […]
Walrus Audio Fundamental Pedals Make Boutique Quality Accessible
Walrus Audio has always crafted high-fidelity, intriguing pedals fit for studio or stage. To help musicians of all levels discover the Walrus magic, they’ve crafted the Fundamental series of pedals. Each Fundamental pedal includes three sliders for tweaking, plus a three-way switch for changing pedal modes. The result is a line of 8 pedals that […]
They’ve Gone Mini! Fishman AFX Pedals Are Back and Smaller Than Ever.
The Fishman AFX line was originally founded on preserving acoustic tone while offering a host of effects and utility to the players using them. Even today, they still carry a cult-like following among players looking to build out a pedalboard with limited options in the acoustic space. Now, Fishman is bringing back their line of […]
