Modeling amps have come a long way. Blackstar’s new Silverline series concentrates on practical...
Live Sound
Performer Mag’s guide to live sound and how to perform live music.
TOUR TEST: Bose F1 4-Part Video Series and Review
[Editor’s note – a few months back we opened up submissions for artists to win and demo the new...
REVIEW: Yamaha THR10 II Modeling Combo Amp
All in one bedroom/home/practice amps often get a bad rap -- yes, they have effects, but usually...
Shure KSM8 Dualdyne Microphone Review
The Shure KSM8 Dualdyne Microphone is a revolutionary leap forward in the world of vocal mics. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aQhd_TlI5g8 Shure pretty much invented the modern dynamic mic, and...
Earthworks DK25/L Drum Kit System Review
The Earthworks DK25/L Drum Kit System is an excellent starter pack for any live drum situation (plus it works great in the studio, too). https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eMq77GDK7cI Earthworks Audio...
ENTER TO WIN Audio-Technica AT2010 Condenser Mics
Test out the amazing AT2010 Condenser Mic From Audio-Technica! Never used a condenser mic on-stage before? Here’s your chance to see how it stacks up to the dynamics you usually use. We’re searching...
Peavey Classic 50: Our Review of the 212 Combo
The Peavey Classic 50 2x12 Tube Combo Amp Delivers Classic Tones and Classy Looks. The new Peavey Classic 50 2x12 combo amp offers up the best of British and American sounds in one (attractive) box....
Supercharge Your On-Stage Sound with Acoustic Class-D/Neo Bass Amps
Acoustic Amplification is redefining modern bass amplification with the Class D NEO Series, incorporating the modern features and legendary tone that serious bass players demand. Watch the video...
Hotone Mojo Diamond Nano Legacy Amp Review
Performer Magazine reviews the small but powerful Hotone Mojo Diamond Nano Legacy 5-Watt Amp PROS: Super small, great tone, plenty of uses, well-priced. CONS: None. PRICE: $99 When things get...
WATCH: Go Inside The Acoustic Amplification A Series Amps
The A Series of amps from Acoustic delivers pure, pristine sound quality for both acoustic instruments and vocal accompaniment. Learn more at http://acousticamplification.com...
Enter to Win a Mackie Reach Professional PA System
Attention performers! We've got our grubby little paws on the new REACH Professional PA System from our friends at MACKIE (read our review here). And we want to give YOU a chance to test it out on...
Mackie Reach Portable PA System REVIEW
Mackie Reach Portable PA System PROS: plenty of volume, works with Android and iOS devices, excellent size-to-features ratio! CONS: none. PRICE: $999 Mackie has been in the PA business for years,...
FLASHBACK: 1964 Fender Princeton Reverb Blackface Amp
FLASHBACK: 1964 Fender Princeton Reverb Blackface Amp BACKGROUND Made between 1947 and 1979, the “Woody” (as it was called for its uncovered wood cabinet) was originally a lower-line Fender...