Blackstar Debut 50R review By Nick Guppy published 18 July 23 An ultra-affordable practice amp for gigging guitarists and a great pedal platform to boot
JWJ Guitars Parlour and Orchestra review By David Mead published 7 July 23 JWJ Guitars is a relatively new name on the lutherie circuit, specializing in bespoke builds at off-the-peg prices. Interested? You probably should be…
Harley Benton Fusion-T 25th review By Dave Burrluck published 3 July 23 The affordable gear company is celebrating its 25th with a slew of high-spec, lowly priced Anniversary models. We take one for a spin
Atkin Mindhorn Deluxe and The Boosh OS review By Dave Burrluck published 1 July 23 High-level acoustic maker turned electric champion Alister Atkin has already successfully cloned the classic T and S styles. Now, he explores something a little different...
Walrus Audio Fundamental Series Pedals review By Trevor Curwen published 30 June 23 Starting at $99, Walrus Audio's accessible new pedal line is designed to last the journey all the way from beginner to pro
Bad Cat Black Cat 1x12 combo review By Nick Guppy published 29 June 23 An old favorite returns as Bad Cat reboots its trailblazing tube combo with an updated circuit, while preserving the exclusive voices and character of the original
Gibson Billie Joe Armstrong Les Paul Junior review By Dave Burrluck published 26 June 23 The Green Day leader gets a new signature in typical showman style, with a fresh pickup design that dates back to the late ’50s
PRS Myles Kennedy Signature and NF 53 review By Dave Burrluck published 23 June 23 After a year of speculation, PRS launches not one but two new bolt-on solidbodies inspired – it would seem – by the first-production electric guitar. Just don’t mention the T word!
J. Rockett Archer Select review By Trevor Curwen published 22 June 23 Has J. Rockett built the ultimate Klon clone?
Walrus Audio Fable Granular Soundscape Generator review By Trevor Curwen published 15 June 23 This ambitious pedal allows you to tell your own sonic story by sampling and chopping your sound and manipulating the fragments into shifting soundscapes
Epiphone Jim James ES-335 review By Dave Burrluck published 9 June 23 Another example of ’70s chic, this walnut-coloured Epiphone aims to clone the Gibson version for considerably less cash
Fender American Vintage II 1972 Telecaster Thinline and 1975 Telecaster Deluxe review By Neville Marten published 7 June 23 Time has mellowed the wrath of the detractors and reinforced the joy of the believers in a range that divided opinion when first released in the early ’70s – and now it’s back with authentic CuNiFe humbuckers
Gibson Kirk Hammett ‘Greeny’ Les Paul Standard review By Dave Burrluck published 5 June 23 Following a pair of five-figure Custom versions, here’s the everyman Greeny. But is it a valid introduction or simply a slightly pimped version of an existing Les Paul?
Taylor 412ce and 417e review By Neville Marten published 2 June 23 Taylor revamps its ‘workhorse’ rosewood and spruce 400 Series with sunburst tops and new inlays – then there’s the innovative V-Class bracing, not to mention the ES2 electronics. A match made in heaven?
Furch Violet Master's Choice, Yellow Deluxe and Red Deluxe review By David Mead published 31 May 23 Three Grand Auditorium models from the Czech Republic manufacturer’s catalog, with price points varying from entry level to top end. What’s the difference? Let’s find out…
Paoletti 112 Loft Series 2P90 review By Dave Burrluck published 29 May 23 Let Paoletti transport you to the rolling hills, history and culture of Tuscany with a direct link to a classic wine or two. Oh, and the company makes rather fine guitars! Time for a taste…
Origin Effects M-EQ Driver review By Trevor Curwen published 26 May 23 Origin Effects builds on the sonic signature of a 1950s EQ unit, offering a flexible new take on drive pedals
Danelectro Blackout ’59M NOS+ review By Dave Burrluck published 24 May 23 Danelectro’s most famous guitar recently celebrated its 60th Anniversary and now gets a stage-aimed refresh for 2023
Cort G300 Glam and G300 Raw review By Dave Burrluck published 22 May 23 Cor-Tek might make a colossal number of guitars for other people, but its own brand, Cort, is gaining traction with sharply priced and very well-spec’d guitars such as this new G300 duo
Maybury Cholla review By Dave Burrluck published 16 May 23 Most of us are happy with off-the-shelf guitar designs, but there’s nothing quite like ordering up your own custom-made guitar. We asked Maybury Guitars to build us one, and this is what we received