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Do vintage NOS tubes really sound better? Here’s what you need to know
By Charlie Wilkins published
You might have heard a lot about the magic of NOS tubes. Here we dig into the subject, debunk some myths, and offer players something to think about when maintaining their amp

Fender’s American Vintage ’62 Super revives a “hidden treasure” tube amp
By Phil Weller published
Landing in the sweet spot between ’50s tweed tones and ’60s black-panel sparkle, the ’62 Super is a throwback combo from a transitional period of Fender history

Supro’s new Airwaves combo is a 6V6-driven 1x12 with Two Notes tech for vintage-modern versatility
By Phil Weller published
The New York firm’s latest build can push air with vintage, Celestion-powered tones and record DI with customizable IRs for the best of both tonal disciplines

Fender promised a tweed version of our top-rated Tone Master FRFR speaker last year – now, it's finally been announced
By Janelle Borg published
The Tone Master FR-12 released in 2023 to rave reviews – and at long last, it’s getting a tweed makeover

Ben Harper’s Dumble was found at a yard sale – and it had previously belonged to the Beach Boys
By Phil Weller published
Owning the amp afforded Harper a meeting with the legendary amp builder, who soon revealed its surprising past

"Engaging the pedal transformed my previously thin and uninspiring tone into a beautifully fat, warm, and full-bodied sound": Audio Sprockets ToneDexter II review
By Daryl Robertson published
If you're ready to get nerdy about your acoustic tone, this intelligent pre-amp is the unit for you

Laney rolls out the LF-Supertop – a classy 120W solid-state powerhouse with tricks up its sleeve
By Phil Weller published
With two channels, footswitchable boost, onboard effects and IRs, this lightweight head has a lot going on – and there are matching 2x12 and 4x12 speaker cabs to go with it

Positive Grid Spark Mini review
By Rob Laing last updated
The Spark 40 has got a smaller 10W sibling and it offers a similarly audacious range of sounds and functions in a non-more-portable format – and [spoilers] it sounds huge

"It sounds more alive with sweetened highs, richer harmonics in the mid-range, and a tighter, more defined low-end": Boss Katana 50 Gen 3 review
By Daryl Robertson last updated
Boss cuts through the noise with its revamped practice amp

Thomann has acquired Hughes & Kettner – and is promising a bright future for the German amp giant championed by Alex Lifeson and Tommy Thayer
By Janelle Borg published
The mega retailer has added the innovative amp company to its evolving roster of brands – but what's next for the beloved firm?
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