Matt Dunn

PFAS & Guitar Pedals: What Do I Do When Not Demoing Gear?

Why you should know about PFAS and how they threaten our planet’s health.

Sleep Champion Devices Horse Cult Gain Pedal Review

This is an amp-like saturation machine with simple controls, simple aesthetic, and a name that pokes fun at pedalheads.

Stories In Wood Brings Simplistic Beauty To Guitar Stands

This beautiful stands come by way of Australia and is a great alternative to traditional (i.e. ugly) options. Today we’re checking out a different kind of product than you usually see here. It’s not a guitar, bass, or new boutique pedal. It’s a boutique guitar stand! This one in particularly has come to me fromContinue reading “Stories In Wood Brings Simplistic Beauty To Guitar Stands”

Squier Paranormal Series Rascal Bass Review: A Punk, Pink Bass

This shorter scale, affordable bass option is actually a serious piece of kit that’s for more than beginners.

Sparkbox FX Green Bastard Drive Pedal Review: A “Decent” Drive

Bubbles’ iconic wrestling alter ego lends some serious muscle to this Maxon OD808-style pedal. Parts Unknown Trailer Park Boys is one of my all time favorite shows ever. It’s stupid, it’s low budget, it requires no active thought to enjoy, and it’s even somewhat heart warming at times. For years that show has been likeContinue reading “Sparkbox FX Green Bastard Drive Pedal Review: A “Decent” Drive”

Punk Business Profile: Melody Maker Serves You Gear From Independent Dealers And A Breakfast Sandwich

Crazy good energy, high quality coffee, and a ton of guitar gear under one roof. What’s not to like?

Are Used Gear Prices Going To Skyrocket Again In The Coming Years?

Tariffs could lead to increased prices for new gear and suppress smaller builders from competing with industry giants. Remember back in 2021 when used guitar gear would cost you almost as much as new guitar gear? You could name your price on Reverb, Ebay, or other online marketplaces, as lived in this alternate pandemic reality.Continue reading “Are Used Gear Prices Going To Skyrocket Again In The Coming Years?”

Punk Business Profile: Rejects Beer Co. Brings A Punk Venue To The Brewery Craze

If you’re in Southern New England and a fan of punk rock, here’s the perfect waterfront venue for you. Image of We Own Land (band) performing at Rejects Beer Co., all credit to Rejects Beer Co. This is the first in a new series I’m debuting where our website will highlight amazing businesses that areContinue reading “Punk Business Profile: Rejects Beer Co. Brings A Punk Venue To The Brewery Craze”

Glowfly Pedals Glitchwave567 Chaos Engine Review & Demo

This is a glitchy, lo-fi pedal that is meant for pushing the boundaries of guitar signal, in a good way. Go visit the Glowfly website – cost £80 (GBP) – or grab your own using my Reverb affiliate link! Our 2025 review season continues to get off the ground with this so called Chaos Engine,Continue reading “Glowfly Pedals Glitchwave567 Chaos Engine Review & Demo”

Here Are Some Of My Demo Friends’ Favorite Pedals From 2024

Longtime friends Matt Foy, The Pedal Couple, Summer School Electronics and more wrap up our 2024 gear coverage with their favorite picks! As you folks know we’re putting a bow on 2024 and getting ready to start the 2025 gear season in full swing. But here’s one list end of year article before we doContinue reading “Here Are Some Of My Demo Friends’ Favorite Pedals From 2024”