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Recording an Instrument Away from Your Computer
In this article I take you through my process to find a small and simple amp / cab / effects app that allows me to plug in an instrument and record anywhere.
Maple Back and Sides for Your Acoustic Guitar
In this article I explore why you might be missing something big if you do not consider maple as the wood for the sides and back of an acoustic guitar. it also became a serious plug for the Boucher PS-SG-612 because that guitar is so awesome.
Fender Tone Master Pro In Detail
My Quick Review was necessarily quick. In this detailed deep dive, I share the outcome of 12 hours of hands-on work with this unit
Quick Review : Fender Tone Master Pro
In this article I review the Fender Tone Master Pro modeller | multi effects unit. I had an hour live with one, preceded by and followed by significant research.
Back in Time : 1975 Gibson Marauder
Working with an anonymous private collector, I hope to bring stories to you of older instruments, particularly those not infected (yet) with delusions of being “vintage”. Older instruments that I think are cool, but that may have been complete failures when first released.
Spark 40 Review Part Two : A Home Bass Practice Amp That’s a Winner
SeArching for a home bass amp suitable for practice volume and recording. Look no further.
Review : Chimaera by Emerald Guitars
In this review, I take readers through my experience with my amazing Emerald Guitars Chimaera Doubleneck
Review : D. Kowalski Dark Gene Red
Here’s my review of the awesome D. Kowlski Amplifiers Dark Gene Red
Selecting a Travel Guitar
Looking for a travel guitar? You’ve come to the right place. Take a read that will help you make the decision that is right for your use cases.
Boss Blues Driver BD-2w - your only Overdrive?
Could the too often ignored BOSS Blues Driver be your only overdrive? Only you can tell, but I can tell you that the BD-2w sounds amazing and is considerably less expensive than other less awesome sounding overdrives.
Buying a Guitar or Bass for a New Player
In this article I have put together some guidance on buying a first guitar or bass and related accessories for the new musician, and age does not matter.
Proper Pedal Power
In this article I help you determine what you need to properly and effectively power your pedals.
Driving down Highway ES-339
In this article, I compare a Gibson ES-339 and an Epiphone ES-339. It was very interesting and while the results did not surprise me on a large scale, when I dug in, I was in fact surprised.
Quick Tip : Graph Tech String Trees
In this quick tip I explain the importance of friction reducing string trees if your guitar uses string trees
Review : Origin Effects Halcyon Gold Overdrive
Join me for my review of the Halcyon Gold Overdrive from Origin Effects. It’s built to deliver the sound and response of a Klon Centaur and does. It’s also better than a Klon Centaur
Announcement : Emerald Guitars Ambassador
Very pleased to announce that I am an Ambassador for Emerald Guitars
Review Part One : Positive Grid Spark 40
This is part one of my review of the Positive Grid Spark 40 amplifier