Cost: $1999.99 new, find your own on Reverb.com Huge thanks to Heather from Fender for sending this over for review! Overview and Final Score: 9.5 Sound: 9.5 The addition of the S1 switch adds a ton of versatility to the Ultra Stratocaster, as it cuts some of the highs on the 1 and 2 positions.Continue reading “Fender Ultra Stratocaster Review”
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You Can Finally Order Harmony’s 8418 Amplifier Reissue
Harmony continues its year of strong releases with a classic reissue of the 8418 combo tube amp. Check Reverb.com to find your own before they are gone, as these are exclusively available in the US. The 8418 has a hand-wired construction with a 6″ Jensen speaker, all original circuitry, and a vacuum tubes built toContinue reading “You Can Finally Order Harmony’s 8418 Amplifier Reissue”
Ranking Four DIY Telecaster Kits From Best to Worst
I love guitar kits, they are pretty much the primary way I learned how to assemble, build, and modify guitars. Kits give you a low-risk way of developing your finishing, wiring, and modification skills without having to rip apart the gear you rely on or spent your money on. Even the highest quality kits areContinue reading “Ranking Four DIY Telecaster Kits From Best to Worst”
Building A Live Rig On A Budget: Some Thoughts/Opinions
I have written a few articles before that try to outline the best rig for metal, punk, or live shows below a certain budget. While it is a good exercise in bargain hunting, it always feels pretty useless because each player needs something different no matter what the budget is. So instead I thought I’dContinue reading “Building A Live Rig On A Budget: Some Thoughts/Opinions”
Fender Announces New American Ultra Series
Fender is getting the holiday season started early by gifting the world a new line of premium electric guitars and basses. The Fender American Ultra Series will be Fender’s most advanced and modern line of instruments yet. Featuring 6 new instruments, the Ultra line will feature new finishes, new pickups, modernized guitar designs, and muchContinue reading “Fender Announces New American Ultra Series”
Xaviere PRO845 Electric Guitar Review
Cost: $229.00 direct from Guitar Fetish or check out Reverb to find a new or used one! Overview and Final Score: 8.1 I’ve been singing the praises of GFS pickups for some time now, but I’ve never actually had the chance to try one of their Xaviere guitar products until now. The Pro845 immediately caughtContinue reading “Xaviere PRO845 Electric Guitar Review”
Devilcat Amplifiers Jimmy 50W Tube Amp Review
Cost: $1499.00 street, prices may vary so check Reverb.com before you buy! When purchased new you do get a lifetime labor warranty however! How it Works and Final Score: 8.3 Devilcat Amplifier’s Jimmy is a 50 watt tube combo amp that is huge in stature and sound. Jimmy is somewhere between a 3 and 4Continue reading “Devilcat Amplifiers Jimmy 50W Tube Amp Review”
Reverend to Release New Limited Edition Sensei RT LE with Sparkle Finish Options!
Just this morning, Reverend Guitars shared the release of probably the most beautiful guitar’s I’ve ever seen. Their latest limited edition Fall release is their popular Sensei RT model but with an intriguing palette of sparkle colors. Shown above is the stunning lime finish, but you can also get this rocker in purple, black, orange,Continue reading “Reverend to Release New Limited Edition Sensei RT LE with Sparkle Finish Options!”
CMG Ashlee Electric Guitar Review
Cost: $1099.00 but price varies depending on specs of each Ashlee made, visit CMGguitars.com to find your own! Overview and Final Score: 9.25 The CMG Ashlee is probably the nicest guitar I’ve had sent to me to date, and I doubt it would disappoint any of you! The model I was sent has a fewContinue reading “CMG Ashlee Electric Guitar Review”
Guitarfetish.com releases new Xaviere PRO845 Thinline Teles
Well if you’re looking for a cheap Telecaster-style guitar, your day just got way more exciting! Guitarfetish.com, or GFS as it is more well known, just added an exciting product to their Xaviere guitar line. Retailing at around $429, you can get these direct from GFS for only $229. Check them out here on theContinue reading “Guitarfetish.com releases new Xaviere PRO845 Thinline Teles”
