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Tsakalis Audioworks AC Master: British Drive & Boost
🗓️ April 27, 2026 | Source: Gear News
Tsakalis Audioworks AC Master offers British tube amp tones and boost in one compact pedal The post Tsakalis Audioworks AC Master: British Drive & Boost appeared first on gearnews.com.
Sample Selection: A Shortcut To Great Mixes
🗓️ April 26, 2026 | Source: Gear News
In modern music genres where most of the instruments are generated inside your DAW, sample selection becomes a not-so-secret weapon. The post Sample Selection: A Shortcut To Great Mixes appeared first on gearnews.com.
“I wasn’t a fan. The only thing I knew was Ace Of Spades. I knew it was going to be rough... I couldn’t distinguish one track from another”: Why Thin Lizzy’s Brian Robertson knew his stint in Motörhead was doomed
🗓️ April 26, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
The flying Scotsman replaced Fast Eddie Clarke, and had a formidable rep as Thin Lizzy guitarist, but he soon found Motörhead were not quite his speed
Smoke Mono 1, MPE Emulator, Spectaverb: Free Plugins of the Week
🗓️ April 26, 2026 | Source: Gear News
Smoke Mono 1 is a free software synth by legendary producer Mike Dean! Check it out in this week's round-up of the best free plugins. The post Smoke Mono 1, MPE Emulator, Spectaverb: Free Plugins of the Week appeared first on gearnews.com.
“Not only was John a virtuoso on guitar, harp, singing and choosing songs, to me it felt like he was totally possessed by the blues”: The life and times of John P. Hammond, the blues genius who inspired Bonnie Raitt and countless others
🗓️ April 26, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
The New Yorker will be remembered as a master of acoustic barrelhouse and an interpreter of Delta blues who performed like a man possessed
“I’d seen pictures of Keith Richards playing it. I figured I’d try one out”: How Joe Perry found his ultimate slide guitar
🗓️ April 26, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
And even better still, the Ampeg Dan Armstrong was see-through…
Rise of the Chord Synths: 5 Quirky Music Theory Machines to Check Out
🗓️ April 25, 2026 | Source: Gear News
Suddenly chord synths are everywhere, helping you write progressions. Here are five of the most popular. The post Rise of the Chord Synths: 5 Quirky Music Theory Machines to Check Out appeared first on gearnews.com.
“I didn’t think Pat would be our guitar player. I just sent him a tape. And he was like, ‘Oh my god, it’s so poppy’”: How Pat Smear surprised Dave Grohl and joined the Foo Fighters
🗓️ April 25, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
These songs were absolutely not In Utero part II as Dave Grohl gamed-out his post-Nirvana musical future
“I read the other day that I hated him. I can’t believe they said that”: Ritchie Blackmore sets the record straight about his relationship with Jimmy Page
🗓️ April 25, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
Blackmore says he has nothing but respect for the Led Zep guitarist
“It might be the cleanest SG I’ve seen in quite some time. It’s dream guitar material”: All the guitar gear that caught my eye this week – including a new accessory that could change the game for guitar swaps
🗓️ April 25, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
New drops from Gibson, PRS, John Page, Strymon and more...
“People would hate us, bully us, throw stuff at us and threaten to beat us up, but they wouldn’t leave. We thought, ‘Okay, we’ve got something’”: Devo’s Bob Mothersbaugh on accidental hits, audience provocations and the de-evolution of guitar
🗓️ April 25, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
Devo's uncontrollable urge to make new noise sired a new-wave sound with a puckish punk energy. The ’70s wasn't ready for them. Are we not ready now?
“You hear the ‘Lowden effect’ immediately – even the simplest of chords seems to ring for days”: Lowden GL-J 2026 review
🗓️ April 25, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
Ed Sheeran’s acoustic builder introduced its first production electric model to the lineup in 2018. We check in on its progress
Guitar Deals: Upto 15% off Pedals, Amps and More
🗓️ April 25, 2026 | Source: Gear News
These Guitar Deals comprise a great selection of guitar bundles, cool pedals and state-of-the-art amplifiers. Let's check them out. The post Guitar Deals: Upto 15% off Pedals, Amps and More appeared first on gearnews.com.
VONGON Rosetones: Get Excited With This Gorgeous 12-Note String Synth Pedal
🗓️ April 25, 2026 | Source: Gear News
Rosetones is a handmade synth pedal with a 12-voice resonator oscillator - and it sounds just beautiful. The post VONGON Rosetones: Get Excited With This Gorgeous 12-Note String Synth Pedal appeared first on gearnews.com.
Union Audio AREA.6 Puts CV Control in a Performance-Oriented Mixer
🗓️ April 25, 2026 | Source: Gear News
The unique AREA.6 mixer from Union Audio brings filter, compression and CV control to your hybrid or Eurorack setup. The post Union Audio AREA.6 Puts CV Control in a Performance-Oriented Mixer appeared first on gearnews.com.
“I think this might just be the missing analog link to complete your amp modeling rig”: Victory PowerValve 200 review
🗓️ April 24, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
Victory's new power amp aims to marry our digitally modeled preamps to a real cabinet, whilst providing tube warmth and feel - is it the best of both worlds?
DinSync R-101: “The Most Authentic 101 in Existence, No Compromises”
🗓️ April 24, 2026 | Source: Gear News
Who had rackmount synths coming back on their 2026 bingo card? If you did, you can thank DinSync and its new R-101. The post DinSync R-101: “The Most Authentic 101 in Existence, No Compromises” appeared first on gearnews.com.
$96,000 for an Epiphone acoustic? Noel Gallagher’s signed Wonderwall EJ-200 smashes pre-auction estimate
🗓️ April 24, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
As seen in the video for Wonderwall, and signed by the Chief himself... but maybe the Inspired by Gibson Custom SJ-200 presents better value?
AnalogFX Larynx: The Syrinx-inspired Formant Synth Gets a Keyboard Version with Extras
🗓️ April 24, 2026 | Source: Gear News
The AnalogFX Larynx picks up where the SER-2020 left off: the keyboard version of the Synton Syrinx-inspired analog synth comes with a couple of add-ons. The post AnalogFX Larynx: The Syrinx-inspired Formant Synth Gets a Keyboard Version with Extras appeared first on gearnews.com.
Empirical Labs ParaDyn: Flexible Multiband Processing
🗓️ April 24, 2026 | Source: Gear News
The Empirical Labs ParaDyn plugin is a precise multiband processor that combines parametric EQ with two versatile dynamics modules. The post Empirical Labs ParaDyn: Flexible Multiband Processing appeared first on gearnews.com.
Beginner Guitar Pedals: 5 Essential Effects to Start With
🗓️ April 24, 2026 | Source: Gear News
These beginner guitar pedals will start your pedal journey. Learning how to use pedals can feel daunting at first, these will help you and improve your sound. The post Beginner Guitar Pedals: 5 Essential Effects to Start With appeared first on gearnews.com.
“My friend’s mom told Harry Nilsson, ‘You gotta hear him play!’ I played and he asked, ‘What are you doing next Wednesday?’”: Val McCallum’s accidental introduction to session work
🗓️ April 24, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
He’s worked with Jackson Browne, Sheryl Crow, Lucinda Williams, and others, but doesn’t regard himself as an in-demand studio guy. The gearhead lists some of his favorite tools, including a Tele Custom he didn’t expect to like
“Love at first sight”: Fender Japan drops its MIJ Hybrid II 2026 Collection – and we can’t get enough of those new finishes
🗓️ April 24, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
New Fender Japan models offer vintage-styled specs, modern tweaks, updated electronics and absolutely killer colorways
“It’s extremely bizarre. It’s made by this very strange guy, who disappeared. No one knows where he is”: The mystery pedal that became a Sean Lennon favorite
🗓️ April 24, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
The pedal – made by an elusive pink-haired stranger from Facebook – has become the star of a new Claypool Lennon Delerium track
“Jimi got it into his head that he wanted to do All Along the Watchtower. He said to me, ‘That’s the coolest song! …You want to come and do it with me?’” When Dave Mason met Jimi Hendrix and played on the greatest cover of all time
🗓️ April 24, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
Hendrix had arrived in London, his greatness was about to come, and the late Traffic guitarist Dave Mason was there to witness it
“He got hit in the face with a beer… We’re all a little mad when we get pelted – I don't understand why they throw cans at us”: Inside the rabble-rousing country rock guitar madness of Treaty Oak Revival
🗓️ April 24, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
A beer can in the face? That ain’t nothin’ for these punk-country-rock troubadours (who you might’ve already heard if you’ve binged on Landman)
“My dad said, ‘Take a seat – a band is coming in to make a record.’ I spotted a guitar case entering through the side door… carried by none other than B.B. King”: Billy Gibbons on how B.B. King changed his life
🗓️ April 24, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
At the age of 7, seeing B.B. King lit the path for Gibbons as a blues guitarist. The ZZ Top legend discusses B.B.’s lasting impact
“Something I’ve always needed, but has never existed”: The Flipjack is a cable that can go from straight to angled in an instant – and it could solve your guitar-swapping woes
🗓️ April 24, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
It’s designed to be a lifesaver for mid-gig guitar swaps
Harley Benton JA-Baritone HH BK: Now with Humbuckers!
🗓️ April 24, 2026 | Source: Gear News
Harley Benton's JA-Baritone HH BK expands its baritone guitar range and adds humbuckers! The post Harley Benton JA-Baritone HH BK: Now with Humbuckers! appeared first on gearnews.com.
Sync Audio MegaMod: Add Modulation to Any Plugin – for Free!
🗓️ April 24, 2026 | Source: Gear News
Sync Audio MegaMod is a useful free plugin that lets you creatively modulate effects plugins and now instrument plugins in your DAW too. The post Sync Audio MegaMod: Add Modulation to Any Plugin – for Free! appeared first on gearnews.com.
Sound Collector: 3 Pieces of Gear for New Sounds and Tones – Perfect Match
🗓️ April 24, 2026 | Source: Gear News
Sound Collector: Field recording, contact mics, and biofeedback gear unlock new sonic worlds and help you discover fresh sounds anywhere. Our perfect match. The post Sound Collector: 3 Pieces of Gear for New Sounds and Tones – Perfect Match appeared first on gearnews.com.
Ace Frehley’s Gear: The Greatest Guitarists of All Time
🗓️ April 23, 2026 | Source: Gear News
Ace Frehley’s Gear defines classic rock tone: Les Paul, Marshall Plexi, and pure attitude. But what really shapes his unmistakable sound? The post Ace Frehley’s Gear: The Greatest Guitarists of All Time appeared first on gearnews.com.
5 of the Best Cartridges for DJs
🗓️ April 23, 2026 | Source: Gear News
Put the needle on the record. These are the best cartridges for DJs, no matter your budget. The post 5 of the Best Cartridges for DJs appeared first on gearnews.com.
Play Synths With Fruit With the MicroKits Banan-a-Synth: Synth Journal
🗓️ April 23, 2026 | Source: Gear News
Tired of pressing keys? Press bananas instead to play the MicroKits Banan-a-Synth. Plus an ultra-rare tube synth sampled into a new plugin, more. The post Play Synths With Fruit With the MicroKits Banan-a-Synth: Synth Journal appeared first on gearnews.com.
“I wanted a bicycle for Christmas, and they gave me a guitar. It pissed me off”: Jeff “Skunk” Baxter has played with everyone from Steely Dan to Dolly Parton – but he didn’t even want to be a guitar player
🗓️ April 23, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
Baxter would go on to become a bona fide guitar great, but his life might have turned out differently had he got his wish...
“I’m deeply uncomfortable with the amount of old men here. I’m no longer interested in playing blues or whatever the hell keeps attracting y’all”: Grace Bowers has quit YouTube over the number of “old ass creeps”
🗓️ April 23, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
Bowers has also once again distanced herself from the blues, saying she wants to make music for her own generation