When it comes to guitars, musical expression can be achieved in many ways. A clean guitar sound or classic overdrive sound can work just fine for many musicians, but sometimes, a small pinch of extra flavor can go a long way in helping you make magic. And one of the best way to get a […]

If you have opted for a classic Fender Stratocaster or the budget-friendly Squier alternative as instrument of your choice, we know exactly the type of sound you are after. There is a good chance that you’re after the vibe of rock ‘n’ roll giants such as Jimi Hendrix, David Gilmour, Iron Maiden, and other titans. […]

There’s no substitute for the sound of true tube amplification. You’ve no doubt heard this wisdom in some variation when talking to guitarists about their favorite amps, but most people don’t go into—or even don’t know—the reason why. In a tube amplifier, the signal is amplified using vacuum tubes, physical components that invariably have small […]

A new 8-inch speaker can sometimes be just the tweak you need to give your sound that extra edge. Whether you’re looking to replace a worn-out unit, hoping to upgrade the tone of an existing head, or building your own amp from scratch, the 8-inch speaker you use will have more impact on your tone […]

In order for a set of electronic drums to truly shine and deliver the best groove, you will probably need to hook it up with a quality amplifier.  We are talking about an electronic piece of equipment, after all, and in this realm, amplification is crucial. Anyhow, whether it’s stage monitors or something a bit […]

Many guitarists consider amp attenuators to be an essential part of their playing set-up, especially those using valve or tube amps. The attenuator goes in between the power and the speaker sections of your amplifier, converting a portion of the energy into heat rather than sound.  As opposed to just turning down the volume, which […]

Traditionally, most guitarists have used 12” speakers in the majority of both recording and performance applications. As speaker technology has progressed, however, a wider range of high-quality speaker sizes has become available, from 2” practice speakers to 15” valve amps. A 10” speaker can be great to have in your arsenal for when you’re playing […]