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NEWS: Taylor Guitars Transitioning to D’Addario Coated XS Phosphor Bronze Strings
Taylor Guitars, the leading global builder of premium acoustic guitars, and D'Addario, the world's...
Eurorack and Modular Synthesis 101
A Non-Scary Intro to Eurorack AKA Modular is Not a Dirty Word Hello, my name is Quinn, I make...
REVIEW: Ferrofish B4000+ Organ Module
When it comes to getting a true Hammond organ sound, nowadays your only real options are either software-based plug-ins, or big clonewheel keyboards that emulate the famous tonewheel sounds of...
Eventide UltraTap Pedal REVIEW
The control layout of the new Eventide UltraTap pedal is a step up from typical small format delays, with Mix, Taps, Length, Feedback, Spread and Taper adjustments. Each knob is doing double duty,...
Mapex Drums Unveils Uplift Campaign
Mapex Drums, in partnership with our artist roster, is proud to announce the launch of the Uplift campaign, creating a platform for Mapex drummers to host fun and educational drumming events in...
Akai MPC One Retro Edition REVIEW
In the world of standalone samplers and drum machines, Akai has certainly made their mark on the industry with over 30+ years of MPC innovation. One of THE go-to instruments for drum beats, sampling...
IK Multimedia announces AmpliTube X-GEAR digital effects pedals
New boutique pedals with matching AmpliTube software offer unrivaled tone and flexibility for stage and studio IK Multimedia announces AmpliTube X-GEAR pedals. Each high-performance pedal features...
Taylor Guitars GT K21e Acoustic REVIEW
Taylor has been known to really blur the lines between technology and craftsmanship, as well as the traditional and forward thinking. Their GT line brings sound from larger bodied instruments into a...
Taylor Guitars GT 811e REVIEW
In 2020, Taylor unveiled their new GT, Grand Theater, body style. It’s bigger than their GS Mini, but smaller than the Grand Concert size, and now with the same material choices as their 800 series...
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Tech 21 Geddy Lee DI-2112 Signature SansAmp Preamp Review
To say that Geddy Lee has a unique bass sound would be an understatement. Whether it’s his Rickenbacker 4001 or 1972 J-bass, one note and you know it’s him. When Geddy partnered up with Tech 21, his...
PRS Headstock Tuner REVIEW
Originally, clip on tuners just seemed, well…cheap. Like an “as seen on TV” type of thing. Over the years though, a lot of companies have taken that idea and turned them into truly practical...