By Introduction We all love John Mayer, even if you don’t, you can’t argue that he has had a massive hand in changing and inspiring thousands of guitarists! So when I saw that Neural DSP had teamed up with him to release Archetype John Mayer X plugin, it peaked my interest
Behringer CL9 Compressor Review – Affordable way to try a compressor?
Introduction I get a few requests for reviews on this site, and out of all the brands that I get requested, Behringer is at the top of the list. Now, I have reviewed the Behringer Klon-style overdrive (Review Here); however, I have decided to review another one! This time it
Who is the Best of the Cheap Pedal brands – What is the best cheap pedal you can get!
Introduction Shall we talk about cheap pedals? Not just affordable, but cheap! There are many cheap pedal brands out there, lots of people selling similar kinds of pedals at a similar kind of price. However, who is the best of all the cheap pedal brands? Is there someone you should
DemonFX Simple Review – The Modern day £50 Modeller Killer?
Introduction We have a fantastic review for you today! In this article, we will be looking at the DemonFX Simple. A zero-watt amp sim! A super small unit that has a lot of sounds built in and also a huge amount of features! The DemonFX Simple is aimed at those
Orange Crush Mini Amp – This ONE feature makes this amp amazing!
Introduction We reviewed and demo’d the Boss Katana Mini and had an amazing response to it (Review Here). Well, we started thinking about other Mini Amps and just had to try the Orange Crush Mini! This super small and massively popular amp is designed to give you huge tones at
Neural Nano Cortex Review – Been hyped up so much, but is it that good?
Introduction This is a huge review today! Something I have wanted to try for ages – the Neural Nano Cortex! It was a major release for Neural and, at the time, quite controversial. However, I have recently got one, been using it for rehearsals, recording, and general messing around, and
Setting up Easy Backing tracks – Rehearse better & Perform Tighter on a budget and simply!
Introduction In my band, we have started using backing tracks! However, not for what you might think! In my band, we have 11 members, so making sure everyone is at rehearsal can be a pain – especially drums, bass, guitar, and keys! So, what we’ve started to do is run
Sonicake Pocket Master Review – This ACTUALLY changes everything!
Introduction The phrase “game changer” gets used a lot in the world of guitar gear! However, we genuinely think that this is a game changer! What is it? The Sonicake Pocket Master Modeller! A super small and portable modeller capable of some insane things that even bigger modellers can’t do!
Budget IEM Rig – Setting up In Ear Monitoring on a budget!
Introduction We think that every function and corporate band should be playing using IEMs! They help improve sound quality, make volume easier to control at functions, and allow you to hear yourself a whole lot better! However, IEM systems can be expensive to set up, so we have put together
NUX Plexi Crunch Pedal Review – Does it supply Vintage British sounds?
Introduction Ready for some wonderful British high-gain sounds? Well, this should deliver! The NUX Plexi Crunch distortion pedal is aimed at delivering those classic Marshall Plexi gain tones in a super affordable pedal platform! This is NUX’s attempt at the classic “Marshall-in-a-box” sound. However, the biggest difference is that they’ve
The Best Left Handed Guitar Brands – Let us see what is best at all Budgets!
Introduction If you’re reading this, there’s a high chance you’re left-handed—welcome to the club! As left-handed guitarists, we often struggle with a limited selection when shopping for guitars. Finding the best left handed guitar at any budget can be a challenge, but we’re here to help! In this guide, we’ve
The Affordable Vintage Les Paul – Is Epiphone the best way to get into “Vintage Guitars”?
Introduction I believe that, deep down, everyone would love to own a vintage Gibson Les Paul. Not only are these guitars incredibly cool, but they also represent a significant chapter in guitar history. However, it’s fair to say that vintage Gibson Les Pauls come with a hefty price tag. Fortunately,
The Gibson Les Paul Studio Thoughts: The New release is ALMOST perfect,
Introduction As you all may or may not have seen, Gibson has released a new Les Paul Studio! I’ve always been a big fan of the Les Paul Studio—a stripped-down, simple guitar bearing the iconic Gibson logo. It offered an affordable price while still being a professional and gig-worthy axe.
Nobels ODR-1 Review – The most loved underrated pedal
Introduction Think of a famous green overdrive pedal. Are you thinking of the Ibanez Tube Screamer? Well, honestly, most people would! However, there is another massively popular green overdrive pedal—the Nobels ODR-1! Look at any session guitar player in Nashville, and they will likely be using the ODR-1. We have
Sonicake 2 Wah/Volume Pedal Review – Affordable, versatile and TINY
Introduction We all love the Wah effect! When used correctly, it can be a fantastic tool—fun, creative, and a great way to elevate a simple solo to the next level. However, there are a few downsides to Wah pedals: the price and the size. Enter the Sonicake 2 Wah/Volume pedal,
6 Super cheap guitar accessories you MUST have! – Be prepped for very little cost!
Introduction Playing guitar is an absolute blast! Whether you’re jamming at home, with a band, or hitting the road on tour, it’s an exhilarating experience. But sometimes, little annoyances can crop up that dampen the fun. Fear not! We’ve curated a list of six cheap guitar accessories that will smooth
Ammoon Pockrock Review – Could this be the PERFECT £20 practice amp?
Introduction Are you in search of a simple yet super affordable practice amp? Maybe even something you could throw into your gig bag and use as a backup amp? Well, today we are looking at the Ammoon PockRock. The Ammoon PockRock is a small guitar multi-effect processor. Just by looking
Brelliott BBB-30 Amp Review – Glorious Gain all round!
Introduction Just before Christmas we reviewed the amazing Brelliott AMZ-30 amp (Review here). Well, we are back now with another one of their amps, The Brelliott BBB-30. A medium-to-high-gain amp with a plethora of options to enhance its studio performance! So, as always, we will go through the amp, talk
Brelliott AMZ-30 Amp Review – It does one trick, but oh, so very well!
Introduction Boy, do we have another amazing review for you today! We have the amazing Brelliott AMZ-30 amp from the guys over at Brelliott! We reviewed their outstanding TODP overdrive pedal a few months ago (Check out the Review here) and absolutely loved it so when Jonny talked about his
Goliath FX “TomeBender” Review – The USEABLE ToneBender?
Introduction We haven’t reviewed many fuzz pedals on this channel, but that is changing today! We have an incredible pedal from the guys over at Goliath FX! We have one of their fuzz pedals, the Goliath FX TomeBender! This is based on the famous MKII Tone Bender circuit, but with