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The “Inspired by Gibson Original ES Collection” offers an all-time classic guitar design at a more accessible price, but does it have the tones and feel?

Turn up the rate knob of this all-analog phaser to quicken your Pulse

Switching up the recipe with some P90 mischief, Gretsch hits another home run for affordable American cool

Vox’s latest amp is perfect for al fresco performance, with mains or battery power and a host of onboard extras for practically endless fun and inspiration

The RevivalDRIVE Compact with extra heat for that modded amp sound

They may look almost identical, but it’s the body woods that make all the difference for this trio – and they’re outstandingly affordable, too

Can usable bass combos get any smaller? We take a look at a compact powerhouse that defies all expectations

A bolt-on addition to the solidbody range? Like us, you might be surprised after hitching a ride with this low-priced Junior Jet Club…

Do these compact heads pack enough analog magic to hold their own with classic tube sounds?

A budget speed machine for tomorrow’s shredder