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"Adding a few tweaks to the winning formula… The perfect pedal platforms": Victory V40 The Duchess Mark II review
By Pete Emery published
Learning some tricks from the development of the super high-end MK Clean, Victory upgrades the Duchess range

The Mesa/Boogie Mark IIC+ HRG was championed by John Petrucci and beyond – now it’s been brought back
By Phil Weller published
The 100-watt amp, which heralds from Mesa/Boogie’s Lagunitas Shop days, has been revived alongside a Vintage Thiele cab

Synyster Gates has launched what’s called a Universal Pedal Platform – and it’s nothing like your usual amp head
By Phil Weller published
The ultra-clean amp head has been deliberately designed to be paired with distortion pedals and rackmount effects

Line 6 debuts Powercab CL multi-voice guitar speaker systems
By Phil Weller published
The open-back cabs offer six selectable Speaker Voicings for a more traditional amp experience

“A new benchmark for heavy guitar sounds at a relatively accessible price point”: Blackstar DA100 Ruby review
By Martin Smith published
Blackstar created this fire-breathing signature head for guitar icon Doug Aldrich. But does it rock our world?

Why you need a power attenuator for your tube amp
By Charlie Wilkins published
We delve into the world of power attenuators, revealing how to push tube amps to their edge without the punishing volume. It might just keep your neighbours on speaking terms

Blackstar’s Beam Solo takes on Fender and Boss – is this the new headphone amp to beat?
By Matt Owen published
Blackstar is calling the Beam Solo the ultimate headphone amp for guitarists. But what sets it apart?

How Blackstar shook up the amp establishment – and cemented its place in the upper echelons of the industry
By Matt Owen published
Sponsored by Blackstar
Founded by four former Marshall employees in 2007, Blackstar tows the line between tradition and innovation – resulting in a first-class amp lineup that spans fire-breathing stacks to pedal amps

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
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