By Introduction I have known Simon from JSA Pedals for a while! He was one of the first people to help the site out, and since then I have reviewed and also bought a lot of pedals from him! JSA Pedals defines the meaning of hand-built and boutique! A one-man operation
What gear defines the greatest guitarists! – Even MORE budget Famous Rigs (Part 3)
Introduction It is time for the final part of our budget famous rigs series! It would appear that you have all loved this series! So for this final part, I decided to pull out some pretty iconic guitarists and some very famous rigs! I am very excited for part 3
Amp Capture with the Neural Nano Cortex – Is it as easy as they make it out to be?
Introduction You may have seen our recent review of the Neural Nano Cortex (Full Review Here). In that review, we didn’t cover one of its most exciting features – the Amp Capture! Neural DSP are famous, and widely considered market leaders, when it comes to amp capturing and processing. So,
Stop making playing hard for yourself! – it doesn’t have to be difficult!
Introduction Learning to play guitar can be quite complicated, so you want to try and make it as simple as possible for yourself. However, there are a few things I often see people doing that make me think, “why are you making it so difficult for yourself?” So I thought
Our thoughts on the upcoming Line 6 Helix Stadium – Let’s give our honest thoughts!
Introduction This news has been out for a while now, but after looking into it and doing some research, I thought it was time to put out our honest thoughts on the Line 6 Helix Stadium and the Helix Stadium XL! Looking at the specs and product description, I decided
Guitar Stuff I don’t regret buying – Purchases I’m glad I made that are guitar related!
Introduction There is a lot of guitar stuff you can buy – stuff I have bought! However, what have I bought that I don’t regret buying? What items, stuff, and gear have I picked up that I can say, hand on heart, I don’t regret buying? So, in this article,
Random Guitar Rig Bingo 1 – Letting fate build a random guitar rig for us!
Introduction Time for something fun in this article! We are going to do Random Guitar Rig Bingo! We’re putting all our guitar gear together and letting fate decide the rig! We’ll be selecting a guitar, an amp, and one pedal-then putting it all together to see what it sounds like
I’m Playing Naked! – How it helped improve my playing and tone!
Introduction I’ve recently been trying something different: playing “naked”! Of course, I don’t mean without clothes—sorry if you pictured that! I mean using minimal effects and pedals. I tried using as little gear as possible to achieve the sound I wanted. After a few weeks of this experiment, I’ve learned
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
Bispell Audio Proxy Pedal Review – A Vox in a Box without the cost?
Introduction In the ever-evolving landscape of guitar gear, few names command as much reverence as Vox and their iconic amplifiers. Revered for their warm, articulate sound, Vox amps have left an indelible mark on the history of rock music, shaping the sonic landscapes of bands like The Beatles and Pink
Discontinued Guitar gear I wish was still around – Things I miss and things I want to try!
Introduction There has been some amazing gear in the past, such as the Klon, Tube Screamer, Deluxe Reverb, and much more! However, there has also been some amazing discontinued guitar gear. We thought we would put together an article about discontinued gear that we wish would be reissued or brought
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
Pre-Stage Ritual: A Guitarist’s Guide to Nailing the Performance
Introduction Stepping onto the stage as a guitarist is an exhilarating experience, but the moments just before can be nerve-wracking. To ensure a flawless performance, it’s crucial to have a pre-stage ritual that encompasses aspects like controlled breathing, managing nerves, and effective warm-ups. In fact, having a pre-stage ritual is
My TOP 5 gear of 2023 – The standout Gear from this year!
Introduction So we are reaching the end of another year! 2023 is coming to an end. What a year! This year the site has been very busy and record-breaking! The website, Instagram and YouTube have grown so much this year. Luckily we got the chance to review a lot of
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
The Sonic Revolution: Why Your Band Should Make the Switch to In-Ear Monitors
Introduction In the dynamic world of live music, the quest for the perfect sound is a perpetual journey for musicians. As technology advances, so do the tools available to enhance the performance experience. One such innovation that has been gaining popularity is the transition from traditional stage monitors to In-Ear
A Guide to Trying Out Guitar Equipment – Unleashing Your Sound
Introduction Whether you’re a seasoned guitarist or just starting your musical journey, the process of trying out new guitar equipment is both exciting and crucial to shaping your unique sound. From guitars and amplifiers to pedals and accessories, finding the perfect combination can be a game-changer for your playing experience.
Strymon Brig dBucket Review – The perfect delay for every Occasion?
Introduction When you talk about modern pedal giants, it’s hard not to talk about Strymon! They have been around a while now but I’m the last few years have shot to the front line with their insane line of Pedals! Well, today we have their newly released Strymon Brig dBucket
5 ways to get Gig Ready – How to practice for gigs and performing
Introduction Just started to gig? Recently joined a band and have some gigs coming up and want to know how you can get gig ready. Well, we have 5 easy to implement tips for you to help you get gig-ready go out feel confident and smash any concert! No matter