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The Neural DSP team reveal the vintage amp they dream of one day modeling
By Matt Owen published
With the help of its TINA modeling robot, Neural DSP has assembled a huge archive of vintage amp sims – but there’s one it desperately wants to add to the collection

Boss has launched the latest evolution of the Katana range – and it’s more versatile than ever
By Matt Owen published
7 amp models usher in the new Katana era, bringing with them choice tonal, functional and software updates that take the market-leading amp family to new heights

“Damn close to Lifeson’s late ‘70s/early ‘80s sounds”: Lerxst CHI head and cab review
By Chris Gill published
A lower-powered version of Alex Lifeson’s superlative Omega tube amp, the CHI could facilitate your guitar’s passage to Bangkok

“Ideal first amps, loaded with features for hours of fun and inspiration”: Blackstar ID:Core V4 Stereo 10, Stereo 20 and Stereo 40 review
By Nick Guppy published
Blackstar has introduced a timely update to its award-winning programmable guitar amp range, but how do these combos stack up?

“We think Marshall represents the rock and roll attitude”: Amp sales accounted for just 5% of the Marshall Group’s revenues in 2023 – but it looks like new digital amps could be on the way
By Matt Parker published
A recent Billboard report shows the Marshall Group’s home audio wing brings home the lion’s share of the newly merged firm’s revenues

NAMM 2024: “Finally, an acoustic amp you can leave in your living room when company comes over”: Taylor debuts its own amp brand, Circa ’74 – complete with mid-century modern design, mahogany cabinets, and looks to kill
By Matt Parker published
The brand's debut solid-state combo hides a modern feature set behind its beautifully retro form

NAMM 2024: “Not just an upgrade but a complete reinvention”: Vox debuts the amPlug3 travel amp in 7 classic guitar and bass amp-channeling forms
By Phil Weller published
From boutique amps to modern high gains and a faithful Vox AC30 replica, Vox is looking to add more dynamism to solo practices without upsetting your neighbours

Gift great guitar tone this Christmas with a chunky $65 off the Positive Grid Spark amp - plus a free bag worth $60
By Daryl Robertson published
Land a hearty discount on one of the most popular practice amps ever this holiday season – and nab a free bag, too!

Laney Ironheart Foundry IRF-Leadtop review: It’s tiny and costs just $299, but this solid-state fire-breather can handle anything you can throw at it
By Nick Guppy published
Compact, crammed with gain and kitted out for home practice or the stage – meet the latest addition to Laney’s Foundry series
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