Jan 12, 2026, 8:50 AM
Over the past decade, I’ve recorded dozens of shootouts here at Sweetwater, comparing gear for musicians, artists, and engineers. Here’s why we... Read more »
Nov 11, 2025, 10:36 AM
Acoustic Guitar Tonewoods — Do They Matter?
Tonewoods absolutely matter when it comes to acoustic guitars, right? But how much difference does the wood actually make? If you’ve tried out... Read more »
Sep 23, 2025, 8:57 AM
Stainless Steel Frets – Do They Make a Difference? Take a Listen
When you mention stainless steel frets to a guitar player, you’ll likely get an enthusiastic response either for or against. Why? Because guitar... Read more »
Sep 12, 2025, 9:29 AM
Does Your Guitar Speaker Matter?
In 2019, a group of guitar players at Sweetwater was chatting, and someone mentioned comparing dozens of guitar speakers side by side. I... Read more »
Sep 12, 2025, 9:28 AM
12 Ribbon Mics for Electric Guitar – Take a Listen
Most engineers know that ribbon mics and electric guitars are a match made in heaven. But which ribbon mic is right for you? Which one will... Read more »
Sep 9, 2025, 9:16 AM
Iconic Guitar Tones: AC/DC’s “Back in Black”
Guitarists use lots of technology to get guitar tones today — pedals galore, modelers, and IRs. But some of the greatest classic tones were just... Read more »
Sep 5, 2025, 5:32 PM
Guitar Cabinet Shootout – with Sound Samples
A Celestion Greenback speaker sounds like… a Celestion Greenback, right? But what does it sound like if you take that same Greenback and put it... Read more »
Sep 4, 2025, 2:13 PM
21 Guitar Amp Mics – Take a Listen!
We all know that guitarists are obsessive about their tone, and rightfully so. They audition everything from guitars to amps, tubes, speakers,... Read more »
Sep 4, 2025, 2:10 PM
16 Humbucker Pickups Compared (Plus One) – Take a Listen
Do guitar pickups really make a difference in your tone? Of course, they do. But do you know how much difference they make? Have you ever... Read more »
Aug 27, 2025, 8:17 AM
Epic Snare Mic Shootout – 31 Mics in All! Listen Up!!
If you’re wondering how much difference the snare mic can make, you’re about to find out. I recorded 31 different mics, some classics and some... Read more »
