Simon Arblaster

Latest articles by Simon Arblaster

Spira T450 TDB

“More than just a metal machine and I would have no qualms in taking one out for gigs, fresh out of the box”: Spira T-450 TDB review

By Simon Arblaster published

A T-style with a twist, and there’s plenty of bang for your budget metal buck here

Electric Guitars
Jackson Pro Series Signature Diamond Rowe Monarkh DR12MG

"Yes, the price is more reflective of the fact this is a signature model with the added 'celebrity tax', but it delivers on all fronts.": Jackson Pro Series Signature Diamond Rowe Monarkh DR12MG review

By Simon Arblaster published

A singlecut designed to meet the demands of metal as we know it in 2024, let's see if the Tetrarch guitarist's signature model delivers

Guitar Gear
LTD Black Metal EX

ESP LTD EX Black Metal review

By Simon Arblaster published

A solid high-gain monster with none of the frills but all of the thrills

Electric Guitars
Jackson Pro Series Monarkh

Jackson Pro Series Monarkh SCP review

By Simon Arblaster published

A thin-bodied single-cut with an eye-catching finish and punishing tones

Electric Guitars
Neural DSP Quad Cortex

Neural DSP Quad Cortex review

By Simon Arblaster published

One of the most hotly anticipated floor modeling units is here to make you rethink your rig

Amp Modeler Pedals
Charvel Joe Duplantier Signature Pro-Mod San Dimas Style 2 HH Mahogany

Charvel Joe Duplantier Signature Pro-Mod San Dimas Style 2 HH Mahogany review

By Simon Arblaster published

Another signature model from the Gojira frontman, but this time he’s gone vintage

Electric Guitars