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Fractal Audio Systems Axe-Fx III Review
November 20, 2018
Vast libraries of IRs and amp and effect models, as well as improvements in interface, memory, and connectivity, make the III tough to beat.
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Quick Hit: Rectifier Effects Maniac Fuzz Review
November 19, 2018
An affordable fuzz that offers silicon-powered growl.
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Acoustic B100C Review
November 16, 2018
Best known in the ’70s for their big bass stacks on big stages, Acoustic shows they can play small ball, too.
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Quick Hit: String Theory EFX KE/64 Overdrive Review
November 14, 2018
Raw and super rich—the KE/64 packs a punch that never overpowers.
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Fano JM4 Standard Review
November 12, 2018
Though it’s been kissed by a Thunderbird, this surprisingly versatile handbuilt 4-string has a vibe all its own.
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Quick Hit: Mackie FreePlay Live Review
November 11, 2018
Room-filling sound from a PA that doesn’t quite fill a backpack.
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Fishman Matrix Infinity Mic Blend Review
November 9, 2018
A dual-source setup is extra terrific on one of Fishman’s finest amplification pickup/preamp systems yet.
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Cusack Resound Review
November 6, 2018
Smart switching options and soaring sounds make this veteran pedal outfit's latest reverb stand apart.
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Vox Mini Superbeetle Review
November 5, 2018
Cute, compact, and dressed to kill, with a wealth of old-school Vox tones.
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Quick Hit: Gervana Ji Wei Distortion Review
November 2, 2018
Five EQ bands and footswitchable mid-scoop boost converge in a stomp inspired by high-gain Mesas.
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Chase Bliss Audio Thermae Review
October 31, 2018
It’s pricey and slightly daunting, but Joel Korte’s brilliant bastardization boldly goes where no analog delay has gone before.
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Paradox Effects Terran Review
October 29, 2018
A beastly ’70s amp favored by the stoner-metal set is reincarnated as a brutally effective stompbox.
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Gibson Les Paul Standard Review
October 26, 2018
A not-so-standard Standard offers a multitude of sonic options.
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Mesa/Boogie Fillmore 50 Review
October 22, 2018
Tweed Fender-style tones form the foundation of a flexible clean-to-mean Boogie beast.
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Quick Hit: SviSound RetroZoid Germanium Fuzz Review
October 19, 2018
From Bulgaria with love, this tiny wonder puts convincing Bender, Muff, and Fuzzrite tones in a single, pedalboard-liberating package.
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ZT Custom Shop Lee Ranaldo Club Review
October 18, 2018
Small, light, and super-powerful, this solid-state amp is a blank slate that brims with character.
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Marco N1 Review
October 17, 2018
A handbuilt take on the J-style formula brings modern touches to the table, yet has a price reminiscent of yesteryear.
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Quick Hit: Fender Rumble Studio 40 Review
October 15, 2018
A feature-packed practice amp for low enders, with an impressive network of connections.
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Alexander Pedals Colour Theory Review
October 12, 2018
Otherworldly synth-sequenced sounds congregate in a brilliantly designed, board-friendly box for the brave.
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