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“The most organic amp tones ever captured”: Kemper rolls out the latest evolution of its Profiling tech – and this update is free
🗓️ March 04, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
The Profiler OS 14.0 update looks to level up Kemper's acclaimed Profiling tech, promising the “most complete, dynamic, and life-like amp captures ever achieved”
“He was horrified, saying, ‘Doug, your tone is atrocious!’”: Sideman to the stars Doug Rappoport reveals the classic rock icon who persuaded him to up his gear game
🗓️ March 04, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
Rappoport was clocked for his budget gear – which didn’t quite fit the modus operandi of the ’70s legend
“I felt like I was being used. I’m not a puppet that you can put your hand up its ass and make do stuff”: The signature gear Josh Homme turned down
🗓️ March 04, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
Before working with Peavey, Homme had been approached by another firm for a separate piece of signature gear – but it never came to be
“I would have loved to get together with Wolfgang”: Eddie Van Halen once asked Paul Gilbert to give Wolfgang a guitar lesson – here’s why it never happened
🗓️ March 04, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
The Mr. Big virtuoso has been reflecting on his guitar teaching methods, and why he thinks it’s time to bring back the shred
MacBook Neo Unveiled as Apple’s Most Affordable Laptop with an iPhone Chip
🗓️ March 04, 2026 | Source: Gear News
The Apple MacBook Neo starts at $699 and runs on an iPhone-class chip. A new entry-level Mac. But can it handle mobile music production? The post MacBook Neo Unveiled as Apple’s Most Affordable Laptop with an iPhone Chip appeared first on gearnews.com.
“To create something from nothing is one of the greatest feelings”: Why Prince turned down a deal with Guitar Hero
🗓️ March 04, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
Journey’s Neal Schon says he also turned down the mega game franchise for similar reasons
I spent the weekend testing the best guitar gear of the year at The Guitar Show in Birmingham – these are the 9 hottest products you can buy right now
🗓️ March 04, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
I visited a sold-out UK Guitar Show to check out the latest and greatest from the wide world of guitar gear
“There was a big snowstorm. The governor asked him to postpone the show. He wouldn’t do it. He goes, ‘I told them I’m going to be here and I’m here’”: Joe Bonamassa on his friendship with the ultimate bluesman, B.B. King – and paying the ultimate tribute
🗓️ March 04, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
B.B. King would have celebrated his 100th birthday in September last year. But when Joe Bonamassa discovered that the centenary was going almost unnoticed, he swung into action
Fender 2026: Hot Rod 30th Anniversary Edition is available now!
🗓️ March 04, 2026 | Source: Gear News
Fender 2026 at NAMM showcased new Squier Sonic models and a Hot Rod Deluxe 30th Anniversary. That's available now! The post Fender 2026: Hot Rod 30th Anniversary Edition is available now! appeared first on gearnews.com.
Microtech Gefell UM 57: An $8000 Reissue Of A Classic Tube Condenser
🗓️ March 04, 2026 | Source: Gear News
The Microtech Gefell UM 57 is a modern reissue of the classic UM 57 tube condenser for unparalleled studio recording quality of vocals and instruments. The post Microtech Gefell UM 57: An $8000 Reissue Of A Classic Tube Condenser appeared first on gearnews.com.
“I was using my Line 6 POD. He said, ‘I’ve got something that may work better.’ He sent me two things in the mail…” When Joe Satriani volunteered to help Dethklok mastermind Brendon Small with his home recording
🗓️ March 04, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
Small's appearance in the new SatchVai music video isn't his first collaboration with the two virtuosos. They cropped up on his cult animated TV series, Metalocalypse, and have since become mentors
Beetronics Pollinator Hazee Delay: Available to order now!
🗓️ March 04, 2026 | Source: Gear News
Beetronics goes digital with the Pollinator Hazee Delay, a pedal focused on evolving textures, reverse octaves, and ambient sound design. The post Beetronics Pollinator Hazee Delay: Available to order now! appeared first on gearnews.com.
Michigan Synth Works LRB-303 Is an Easy 303 Kit for Less Than $500
🗓️ March 03, 2026 | Source: Gear News
Get your DIY acid on with Michigan Synth Works’ new LRB-303, an easy TB-303 kit, plus OS-303, an open-source 303 processor. The post Michigan Synth Works LRB-303 Is an Easy 303 Kit for Less Than $500 appeared first on gearnews.com.
“The pickups are so often the Achilles heel of more affordable guitars, and that’s no different here”: Cort Space G6MS review
🗓️ March 03, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
Cort has been making headless guitars for Strandberg for years, so has its learning translated into a must-have budget axe, or is there work to be done?
Guitar Journal: Metallica Life Burns Faster & More
🗓️ March 03, 2026 | Source: Gear News
Metallica at Las Vegas Sphere, Red Witch Galvanium Overdrive and Lollar Monolith humbuckers! The post Guitar Journal: Metallica Life Burns Faster & More appeared first on gearnews.com.
“Don Henley’s looking at me like I’m crazy, and finally I said, ‘What?’ He goes, ‘I thought you were a bluegrasser…’” Vince Gill on the importance of versatility – and how the Eagles enabled him to flex his hidden rock chops
🗓️ March 03, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
Gill shocked everyone – including Henley – when he proved himself to be capable of playing bona fide rock riffs
Newfangled Audio, Universal Audio, Shadow Hills: 3 Ultimate Software Deals You Shouldn’t Miss
🗓️ March 03, 2026 | Source: Gear News
Newfangled Audio Generate is now on sale, bringing fresh movement to your tracks. Plus, discounts on UA synths and a legendary Shadow Hills tool. The post Newfangled Audio, Universal Audio, Shadow Hills: 3 Ultimate Software Deals You Shouldn’t Miss appeared first on gearnews.com.
“He said, ‘I hear you’re going to make a record. If there’s anything I can do to help you guys out, let me know’’’: They were alt-rock legends who had to follow up a classic debut – then R.E.M.’s Peter Buck offered to lend a hand
🗓️ March 03, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
Feelies guitarist Glenn Mercer says the pressure was on to come up with a killer sophomore album – but having a little help from Buck certainly helped in making one
“It turns out you all really love a wildcard”: The hottest new guitar gear releases of February 2026 – according to Guitar World readers
🗓️ March 03, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
GW readers have been voting for their favorite gear drops of the month – this is what you picked
“Combining two of my favorite things”: Teemu Mäntysaari shreds Megadeth… while ice skating
🗓️ March 03, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
With the Winter Olympics sending the world into ice skating fever, the Finnish virtuoso has taken the opportunity for one hell of a flex
Novation Launch Control 3: Control Your Plugins and Hardware Synths
🗓️ March 03, 2026 | Source: Gear News
The Novation Launch Control 3 is a flexible, compact controller that can take care of DAW operations, plugin parameters, and hardware in your studio. The post Novation Launch Control 3: Control Your Plugins and Hardware Synths appeared first on gearnews.com.
Big jumps for a bigger sound: Steve Morse’s masterclass on wide intervals
🗓️ March 03, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
Deep-dive your technique for powerful intervals with six string-jumping, fretboard-stretching examples from one of the world's most influential super-pickers
Apple MacBook Air M5 Is Now Official with a Lightweight and Powerful Design
🗓️ March 03, 2026 | Source: Gear News
The Apple MacBook Air M5 offers a stronger GPU, increased memory bandwidth, and 512GB of storage as standard, built for demanding creative workflows. The post Apple MacBook Air M5 Is Now Official with a Lightweight and Powerful Design appeared first on gearnews.com.
“You never want to pull out cases and have no recollection of when, where or how you acquired it”: Joe Bonamassa is cutting back on his gear collecting habit
🗓️ March 03, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
Bonamassa was forced to rethink his collection following the LA wildfires last year
Apple MacBook Pro M5 Delivers More Cores and More Power for Large Music Projects
🗓️ March 03, 2026 | Source: Gear News
The Apple MacBook Pro M5 delivers stronger multicore performance and up to 128GB RAM, built for large music sessions and demanding production setups. The post Apple MacBook Pro M5 Delivers More Cores and More Power for Large Music Projects appeared first on gearnews.com.
“I gave it away… I thought I didn’t need it any more”: Cult Japanese guitar hero Masayoshi Takanaka gave away his iconic surfboard guitar. Now he’s got it back for his first-ever world tour at 72 years old
🗓️ March 03, 2026 | Source: Guitar World
Japan's jazz fusion pioneer is riding a global wave after blowing up on streaming – and he's bringing his bright red surfboard guitar along with him
Sariyah Idan Releases ‘Live In Berlin, Vol. 2’
🗓️ March 03, 2026 | Source: Guitar Girl
New Orleans-based singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Sariyah Idan unveils her new album, Live In Berlin, Vol. 2, a 13-track collection of songs blending elements of jazz, folk, hip-hop, and Latinx/Caribbean savors. Talking about the album, Idan says, “Songs for me are like letters, not just the lyrics, but the whole vibe. ‘Live In Berlin’ is a […] The post Sariyah Idan Releases ‘Live In Berlin, Vol. 2’ appeared first on Guitar Girl Magazine.
Nux Dual-Loop Stereo: Record and Loop All Day. Seriously.
🗓️ March 03, 2026 | Source: Gear News
The Nux Dual-Loop Stereo offers huge loop storage, a color display, and much more at a very attractive price! Check it out! The post Nux Dual-Loop Stereo: Record and Loop All Day. Seriously. appeared first on gearnews.com.
Happy 303 Day! What’s your favourite box of ACID?
🗓️ March 03, 2026 | Source: Gear News
It's 303 day and so it's time to get squeaking on that filter, cranking up those basslines and embracing those long lost days of hope and happiness. The post Happy 303 Day! What’s your favourite box of ACID? appeared first on gearnews.com.
Epiphone J-45 and Hummingbird: 3 Legendary Acoustic Guitars, Inspired by Gibson!
🗓️ March 03, 2026 | Source: Gear News
Epiphone J-45 Standard, Hummingbird Standard, and L-00 Standard: three legendary acoustic guitars, inspired by Gibson! The post Epiphone J-45 and Hummingbird: 3 Legendary Acoustic Guitars, Inspired by Gibson! appeared first on gearnews.com.