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How Laney went above and beyond with its LFR range to create the ultimate speaker solution for guitarists with digital rigs
By Matt Owen published
Sponsored by Laney
Laney has amassed one of the most respected and sought-after lineups of FRFR speakers on the market, beloved by players and pros alike – here’s how

Metallica spark Mesa/Boogie mystery as unidentified amp spotted in ESP Guitars video. Could this be a James Hetfield signature?
By Jonathan Horsley published
Speculation surrounding this unidentified chugging object has been ongoing since 2017 when it was spotted in Metallica's studio

Best beginner guitar amps 2025: my top picks from over a decade working in music retail
By Ross Holder last updated
After nearly ten years working in a busy high-street music store, I’ve seen which beginner amps truly deliver, offering the best value, most useful features, and long-lasting popularity from brands like Blackstar, Fender, Positive Grid, and more

Mike Zaite on the secret to the Dr Z sound, making custom amps for James Walsh and the tube amp's enduring appeal
By Charlie Wilkins published
Mike Zaite explains how a background in electronics and a front-row seat to the British Invasion of the 1960s led to the formation of Dr Z Amplification – and why the sonics always lead the schematics

The guitar amp of the future? The Lava Studio has a built-in touchscreen tablet
By Phil Weller published
The Studio offers a looper, multi-track DAW recording, interactive guitar lessons, jam tracks, and plenty more

“Though this 15W combo is technically advertised as a practice amp, it can churn out some serious sonic damage”: EVH 5150 Iconic Series 15-watt 1x10 Combo review
By Amit Sharma published
This may be the smallest amp in the Iconic series, but it sure packs plenty of firepower

“This Swiss Army knife for amp connectivity is simply the best in its class”: Two Notes Torpedo Reload II review
By Martin Smith published
A reactive loadbox with dual-mono 215 watts (per channel), stereo effects loop and expanded connectivity from a market-leading brand? It's gotta be good, right?

“A Katana killer? The jury’s still out, but one thing’s for sure – this is a great addition to the ID range”: Blackstar ID:X 50 review
By Matt Owen published
Blackstar is gunning for the Katana crown and has launched a new modeling amp that it thinks will be worthy of the title
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