February 2016
ARTICLES
Fender Acoustic SFX Review
February 2, 2016
A stylish makeover of the SFX acoustic amps yields pretty sounds and sound-tweaking flexibility.
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The AutistiX: Butterflies & Demons
February 1, 2016
Three differently abled young Londoners inspire audiences, filmmakers, and even Sir Tom Jones with relentless humor, fearless performances, and a burning passion.
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Quick Hit: Providence Bass Boot Comp Review
January 31, 2016
Providence delivers a little blue box for bassists that’s chock-full of compression tooling.
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Tools for the Task: Soundhole Pickups
January 29, 2016
Looking for a simple way to amplify your acoustic? Fill that hole with an easy-to-install soundhole pickup.
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La Luz: Doom-Wop Duality
January 28, 2016
Shana Cleveland, guitarist for surf-noir quartet La Luz, discusses sophomore LP Weirdo Shrine.
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Sire Marcus Miller V7 Review
January 26, 2016
Sire Guitars and Marcus Miller team up to produce an impressive J-style bass at a price that doesn’t quite seem real.
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SIMO: New Interview and Exclusive Full Album Stream
January 25, 2016
To set the vibe for his power trio’s second album, JD Simo headed to the Allman Brothers’ Museum in Macon and got his hands on Duane Allman’s ’57 goldtop.
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Megadeth’s Dave Mustaine and David Ellefson
January 19, 2016
The thrash metal pioneers plot world conquest via Dystopia, an edgy new album that revisits the band’s roaring roots while showcasing the blazing Kiko Loureiro on guitar.
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PRS SE 277 Baritone Review
January 19, 2016
This B-to-B-tuned 6-string is easy to play and boasts versatile, articulate, wide-ranging tones.
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Quick Hit: DryBell Vibe Machine Review
January 18, 2016
Is this pint-sized, painstaking Uni-Vibe clone the be all and end all for vintage modulation aficionados?
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Tuning Up: Death to Asinine Clickbait!
January 18, 2016
Yes, we get the headline irony, but here’s our solemn promise to not shovel you sh!t.
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State of the Stomp: Conserving Energy
January 17, 2016
The power of positive thinking is the best adaptor for the voltage flow of life.
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Digging Deeper: Intro to Afro-Cuban Guitar
January 16, 2016
Create engaging rhythms by combining montunos, claves, tumbaos, and more.
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Supersonic Blues Machine: “Remedy” Exclusive Song Premiere
January 15, 2016
Featuring guest appearances from such stellar guitarists as Billy Gibbons, Warren Haynes, Eric Gales, Chris Duarte, and Robben Ford, SBM’s debut album West of Flushing, South of Frisco is packed with sweet, stinging guitar and slamming backbeats.
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Tortoise’s Jeff Parker and Doug McCombs: Slow ’n’ Steady
January 14, 2016
On the 25-year evolution of the daring rock ensemble, blending genres, trading instruments, and coming out of their all-instrumental shell.
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Tone Tips: Hands vs. Gear?
January 13, 2016
Does a great guitar sound originate in a player’s hands, gear, or both?
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Quick Hit: TC Electronic HyperGravity Compressor Review
January 12, 2016
Digital multiband and vintage compressor voices add up to a comp for all seasons.
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David Bowie: 1947–2016
January 11, 2016
The legendary singer, songwriter, and performer had a career-long habit of championing and collaborating with exceptional guitarists.
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Acoustic Soundboard: Taking a Holistic View of Setup
January 11, 2016
How the numerous elements that determine the feel of your guitar work together.
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