Building the ULTIMATE Do-it-all Pedalboard
Today, Mitch takes on the challenge of building a “do-it-all” rig using the new Gator Vertex Tour Elite pedalboard. Whether you’re a session pro... Read more »
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Try Something Different – Discovering New Favorite Gear
Most of us have ’em — signal chains that are our go-to setups for certain instruments. If you have a lot of stuff available (dozens of mics and... Read more »
Jul 31, 2026, 10:17 AM
Best Gifts for Guitar Players in 2026
This holiday season is the perfect opportunity to show how much you genuinely care about the guitarist in your life. However, the sheer number... Read more »
Jul 31, 2026, 8:00 AM
Best Pickups for Acoustic Guitars
Choosing to amplify your standard acoustic guitar tends to prompt some questions. “What pickup should I use? What brand is best? Do I have to... Read more »
Jul 31, 2026, 8:00 AM
A First Look at the Neural DSP Quad Cortex
Guitar and bass players at Sweetwater got a sneak peek at the Neural DSP Quad Cortex — what some are calling the future of guitar modeling —... Read more »
Jul 30, 2026, 3:29 PM
Best Guitar Humidifiers
Changes in humidity can wreak havoc on your instruments, resulting in warping, cracking, or — in extreme cases — catastrophic destruction.... Read more »
Jul 30, 2026, 11:00 AM
Combo vs. Stack: Which Amp Is Right for You?
The crux of any craft is knowing the right tools for the job — not reaching for a sledgehammer when a finishing hammer will do. The same goes... Read more »
Jul 30, 2026, 10:34 AM
5 Unique Ways to Use an EQ Pedal
There are few pedals more misunderstood and under-utilized than the EQ pedal. For those looking for their next big pedal, an EQ pedal is likely... Read more »
Jul 30, 2026, 8:00 AM
Nita Strauss’s #1 Tip
My tip actually starts long before the show day. I think it’s important to put in as many hours of practice as you possibly can before the... Read more »
Jul 30, 2026, 8:00 AM
7 Best Portable Guitar Amps
Let’s face it — no one wants to lug around their heavy amp gear while on vacation, on a road trip, or heading to small-venue gigs. Portable... Read more »