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Browne Amplification Protein Dual Overdrive
The Protein is a killer dual overdrive. To learn more about this awesome pedal read more.
The Golden Sound of Reverb : The UA Golden Reverberator
Finding a digital reverb that sounded like classic analog reverb has been a challenge. That challenge is solved with the Golden Reverberator
You Can’t Always Get What You Want…
Sometimes the guitar you have dreamed about isn’t what you wanted
Try Different Strings
One way to find your tone and what works best for you is to try different strings. Learn more here.
You Need a Hollow Body Electric Guitar
If you don’t play or own a hollow body guitar, now is the time to consider one
Let’s Get Picky
One of the least expensive tools in the guitarist or bassist toolkit is the pick. Does the pick you choose impact your tone?
Does body wood matter in a solid body Electric guitar?
Does the body wood of a solid body electric guitar matter? Read on to find out
Review : Rev. Willy’s Mexican Lottery Guitar Strings
Can very thin strings deliver great playability and solid tone?
It’s a String Thing… D’Addario XS Acoustic Strings
I think I have found my new go to strings for acoustic guitars. Maybe you will too.
First Look : Fender Mustang Micro Amp
Can an all digital micro-amp actually sound good? You may be surprised!
A Solid Wood Acoustic Guitar for Under $1000 CAD? Yes Indeed!! - Part Two
Part two of the question of whether you need to spend $$$ thousands for a solid wood acoustic guitar
A Solid Wood Acoustic Guitar for Under $1000 CAD? Yes Indeed!! - Part One
Part one of the question of whether you need to spend $$$ thousands for a solid wood acoustic guitar
Fender Stratocaster Ultra and PRS Silver Sky
Let’s compare two high end guitars and see what we learn
Simplification Works : Moving Away from Option Paralysis
Consider Einstein’s premise to make things as simple as possible but no simpler
Review : Empress Compressor Mk II
Compressors are the silent champions and can really make a difference with acoustic guitars
Expanding Sonic Horizons : Baritone Guitars
Perhaps you want a deeper tone, or maybe you really want to work on ambient guitar. A Baritone will get you there
Quick Look - Chrissie Hynde Telecaster
Maybe an artist guitar isn’t really all that special for all that extra money