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Best modeling amps 2025: get iconic amp tones at your fingertips with these top picks
By Richard Blenkinsop last updated
I break down the best modeling amps available, covering a range of budgets, brands and sizes

An interview with the late, great Mark Sampson, the trailblazing amp designer behind Bad Cat and Matchless
By Charlie Wilkins published
Just before he died, guitar amp guru Mark Sampson sat down us to discuss his reunion with Bad Cat, and with the storied US amp company's John Thompson, he laid out a future vision for what boutique amps should be

Dumble amps have an almost mythical reputation. But what's all the fuss really about?
By Amit Sharma published
The late Alexander Dumble built only a handful of meticulously crafted, much-sought-after amplifiers every year – and they ended up in the backlines of many of the greatest guitarists of all time. So where exactly did the magic come from?

“For the price, it’s pretty much unbeatable”: Harley Benton JAMster Guitar review
By Richard Blenkinsop published
Two channels, bluetooth connectivity, mains and battery powered operation for less than $40!

Mark Tremonti’s PRS signature amp is one of the best affordable high-gain amps on the market – and it just got one major upgrade
By Matt Owen published
An all-new Archon Classic and 4x12 "mega-sized" cab have also been released

"I never use my tube amp at home now, because I have a Spark Live": 5 reasons you should be picking up the Positive Grid Spark Live in the massive Guitar Month sale
By Matt McCracken published
To celebrate International Guitar Month, Positive Grid has launched an awesome sale, and you can pick up one of my favorite multi-role guitar amps for a whole lot less

“Our goal is to stay at the forefront of amplification innovation”: How Seymour Duncan set out to create the ultimate bass amp solution by pushing its PowerStage lineup to greater heights
By Matt Owen published
Sponsored by Seymour Duncan
Seymour Duncan has expanded its revered PowerStage line with a do-it-all amp head designed specifically for bassists – but it's so much more than just a companion for your amp modeler

Laney and Nathan East team up for a versatile signature bass head that ends a 40-year wait for the session legend
By Phil Weller published
East, one of the most celebrated bass players in history, knows a thing or two about tone – and he’s put practicality at the forefront of his new signature model
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