gear review

The Carvin X1 is one of the most versatile preamp pedals available on the market today.

This amp is a best-buy for true aficionados of modern hard rock guitar tones.

This low-cost acoustic features flawless fretwork and a nice, warm midrange.

The Aqueduct is a real head-turner, not to mention one of the most fun pedals EarthQuaker Devices has ever produced.

The Fender American Original ’60s Jazzmaster certainly will inspire a new generation of players like the Sixties original did.

The Seymour Duncan Fooz Analog Fuzz Synthesizer revives early guitar synth technology while offering the advantage of modern sound quality and reliability.

The Vox Mini Superbeetle combines classic looks with sweet jangly tone in a miniature amp stack that will sit well onstage — or anywhere.

Offering guitarists the utmost in playing freedom, the wireless, compact Boss Katana-Air is truly liberating from a tone creation, practice, recording and performance perspective.

The B-2 delivers a crystal-clear guitar response that sounds as good as a high-quality instrument cable.

These new SE acoustic models from PRS perform at an elevated level with an entry level price tag.

The Orange OMEC Teleport makes it easier than ever to combine digital software/app models with pedals and amps in your performance rig.

The Jericho Guitars Fusion Walnut EverTune combines flawless intonation and playability in a guitar that’s tailor-made for any player who craves focused, dynamic tone.

Fender’s new line of effects impresses for each pedal’s utilitarian functionality, distinct sounds, useful and innovative new features and their exceptionally affordable prices.

If you’ve always coveted the classic Martin dreadnought tone, but couldn’t afford a genuine Martin, the DX1AE is the instrument you’ve been waiting for.

Far more than just the sum of its parts, the Universal Audio OX is a professional performance tool that unleashes your high-wattage tube amp.

The Big Spender by Danelectro offers a lot of bang for the buck, and sounds pretty damn good to boot.

The Bose S1 Pro functions as an impressive portable PA, practice amp and monitor—delivering much more than its compact dimensions suggest.

HX Effects is ideal for guitarists who love Line 6’s stellar Helix effects but want something with a smaller footprint.

The hand-wired Fender ’64 Custom Deluxe Reverb is an instant classic.