The BOSS Nextone Stage 40 is billed as ‘combining classic tube sound and feel with next-generation tonal diversity’, but does it live up to that promise? I’ve spent the last 6 months putting the BOSS Nextone Stage 40 through its paces in a variety of scenarios, and in this BOSS Nextone review, here are 10 […]
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This StrapGraphics guitar strap review explores whether a premium leather guitar strap can truly improve comfort, stability, and your overall playing experience. But before I get to the StrapGraphics Guitar Strap Review…. Who are StrapGraphics Guitar Straps? Based in Portland, Oregon, StrapGraphics manufactures the finest quality custom leather (and textile) guitar straps. What sets StrapGraphics
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Epiphone Les Paul Standard 60s Review. Is this the best affordable Les Paul you can buy? Before we get into it, let’s look at the Epiphone Les Paul Standard 60s specs. The Les Paul™ Standard 60s models from Epiphone’s new Inspired by Gibson™ Collection recreate the sound of 1960s era Les Pauls. Featuring a classic
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Review of the TC Helicon GO Guitar Interface. What is the TC Helicon GO Guitar? The TC Helicon GO Guitar is a portable interface for connecting your electric, electro-acoustic, or bass guitar to mobile devices. Or, in other words, it’s an Ik Multimedia iRig 2 clone for half the price! Why do you need the
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This is a deep-dive review of the Squier Affinity Telecaster. A guitar I have owned for around 12 months. Is this really the only guitar you’ll ever need? What is the Squier Affinity Telecaster? The Squier Affinity Telecaster is a budget-friendly modern workhorse Telecaster guitar, which sits between the entry-level Sonic series and the still-budget-conscious
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As a Queen (and Brian May) fan, the fabled Red Special was always beyond criticism… until the day I bought the Brian May Guitars Red Special. The Brian May Guitars Red Special is, of course, an ‘affordable’ version of the real thing, not even comparable to the ‘Supers’, let alone the official copies made by
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The Hotone Ampero Mini is brilliant, given its price and super-compact size. But are there any issues you need to know before you buy one? I’ve owned the Hotone Ampero Mini for a few months now, and here are the issues I’ve discovered in that time: 1. Tuner This will get the job done, but
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The Hotone Ampero Mini is one of the smallest guitar multi-effects units on the market. But can it really do it all? Initially, I purchased the Hotone Ampero Mini (a bargain at £150) to integrate it into my existing setup of analogue overdrive pedals into the front end of an amp (in this case, my
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I’m sharing my current Line 6 Helix rig rundown. I’ve tweaked factory presets, started my own from scratch, messed with IRs, etc. I run completely amuck when I’m working with originals. I’m in 3 cover band projects right now, and I’ve fallen in love with the tone I’m getting from this current setup. BRACE YOURSELVES
Line 6 Helix, 6 cable setup! Read Post »
