For an electric bass player, there are two things that make up over 90 percent of your tone; the bass that you play and the amp that you use to amplify your instrument. You’ve already got your bass, so now you need the right amp to let it truly shine. You have the option of …
Blues legends are known to establish long and loyal connections with their instruments. Stevie Ray Vaughn, and his Strat-heavy collection of vintage and custom guitars, are an iconic representation of the blues mythos. Decades of jamming in murky, cramped, smoke-filled clubs, in and out of vans, car trunks, exposed to all kinds of weather, inevitably …
The 12AX7 is one of the most influential and popular vacuum tubes used for guitar amplifiers and other audio-related equipment. This small device has played a major role in shaping many iconic electric guitar tones since it was first used many decades ago. Known for its high-gain design and warm, immersive sound, the 12AX7 is …
The classical guitar has been around for centuries but has notably undergone many changes over time. Much of this has been brought on by specific guitarists and composers who brought about or popularized changes to the instrument, technique, or repertoire. Many of those famous classical guitarists will be covered in this article. Special attention is …
If you’re a singer, I’m sure you’ve heard a ton about vocal harmonizer pedals or as they’re sometimes called “vocal harmony processors”. You’ve probably heard about how much they can transform your live performance and take your vocals to the next level. Every singer has their requirements for what they’re looking for in a vocal …
David Howell Evans, or better known by his stage name The Edge, is the founding member and lead guitarist for the legendary band U2. Over his decades-long career, the Edge has cemented himself as an all-time great guitar player with his understated style and clean echo tone. The Edge was born in England and raised …
Who doesn’t love working out with a great playlist? One that each track cries to be cranked up to eleven for that extra sense of rush to last an extra round, mile, or series. In this article, we’ll be listing and going over all the best rock workout songs. From the short spectrum of heavy …
There’s no sugarcoating it: shopping for a bass amp can be quite a headache. Whether you’re buying something small on a budget, or you’re preparing to invest in a professional-grade amp to complete your rig, the sheer amount of options on the market are sure to overwhelm you. How many watts? Combo or stack? Tube …
The 1960s and the 1970s were crucial times for the world of guitar music. In fact, the residue and influence of pioneering bold musicians can be heard to this day, with irreverence pivoting the entry of genre crossbreeding became increasingly appealing to both music enthusiasts and general audiences. However, you can’t have irreverence in Rock …
When most guitarists buy an amplifier, it’s for their electric guitar. However, if you have an acoustic-electric guitar most amplifiers aren’t optimized to work best in this application. Sure, it won’t damage your guitar or amp, but may not really do justice to your acoustic’s original rich tone either. Having an acoustic guitar amp specifically …