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november-2011

DigiTech Whammy DT Pedal Review
Gear

DigiTech Whammy DT Pedal Review

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Mirror Industries
Gear

Mirror Industries

Shred Your Enthusiasm: Stranglehold by Starlight
Lessons

Shred Your Enthusiasm: Stranglehold by Starlight

Playing over jazz chord changes can be one of the most humiliating experiences a rock guitar player can ever face.

SolidGoldFX Surf Rider Pedal Review
Gear

SolidGoldFX Surf Rider Pedal Review

Though the Surf Rider isn’t a true spring reverb, the device recreates the tone and response of a spring unit with remarkable accuracy.

Fuchs Plush FX Jersey Thunder Pedal Review
Bass

Fuchs Plush FX Jersey Thunder Pedal Review

The Thunder boasts three custom-voiced EQ curves and gain boost settings, which are accessible via a 3-way switch located on the side of the unit.

The Stratocaster "Jazz Switch" Mod
Gear

The Stratocaster "Jazz Switch" Mod

Prior to 1967, Fender used the following wiring: bridge pickup alone, neck pickup alone, and neck pickup alone with an additional 0.1 µF cap engaged.

Strymon Timeline Pedal Review
Gear

Strymon Timeline Pedal Review

Strymon says the TimeLine is inspired by studio-grade outboard delays, and the pedal’s super-functional and get-down-to-business control layout is a reflection of the muse.

"The Right Look" in Guitars
Acoustic Soundboard

"The Right Look" in Guitars

Some of the guitars I see have that certain something (some don’t) and are visually appealing enough for me to approach and take a closer look.

Book Review: "Diary of a Player" By Brad Paisley and David Wild
Reviews

Book Review: "Diary of a Player" By Brad Paisley and David Wild

Brad Paisley knows a thing or two about writing hooks for general music fans while still throwing in enough guitar pyrotechnics to keep his guitar-playing audience happy, if not slightly stunned.

G&L Buckshot Pedal Review
Gear

G&L Buckshot Pedal Review

A natural overdrive that goes from smooth to sizzling, all while retaining the character of both amp and guitar.

Pigtronix Tremvelope Pedal Review
Gear

Pigtronix Tremvelope Pedal Review

The analog, optical Pigtronix Tremvelope invites tremolo fans to look deeper into what the effect can deliver.

4 Pedal Mods for the Masses
DIY

4 Pedal Mods for the Masses

Ever thought it might be cool to get into pedal modding but didn’t know where to start? Problem solved. Here, Ben Fulton, CEO and head designer at Red Witch Analog Pedals in New Zealand, walks you step-by-step through four mods perfect for the budding solder jockey.