Latest articles by Dave Hunter
“One Second to Get the Pickup out and Two Seconds to Slip a New One in”: Canivell’s Pickup-Swapping C 20:16 and S 20:20 v Take Versatility to the Cutting Edge
These quick-change axes boast a bundle of standout features that sets them apart
Aclam Woman Tone Overdrive Pedal Review
An extremely well-built Marshall-in-a-box (MIAB) overdrive for any situation
Stonewall Pickups Slutty Wolf H90 Humbucker-Sized P-90 Set Review
Cracks the code of an authentic-sounding P-90 with lots of appealing chime and sparkle
“Put the Microphone Over There On the Other Side of the Room Because I’m Going to Play Loud”: How Eric Clapton Took Volume to 11
Armed with a Marshall and a Les Paul, Slowhand pushed the envelope of guitar tone in 1966.
$50 Pawnshop Guitar? Not Anymore. This ‘60s Teisco Del Ray ET-460 Commands a Four-Figure Sum on the Vintage Market
Fancier Teiscos like this and the Spectrum 5 are a comparative king’s ransom these days
Fender Hammertone Effects Pedals Review
A roadworthy range of stompboxes, each priced under $100
“We Wanted to Put Everything Into a New Design That Is Our Own”: Introducing the Juliet – Eastman’s First Original Solidbody
Part Firebird, part SG and part offset, the Juliet is something truly different
Valco KGB DIST Distortion Pedal Review
Designed and built in Canada, this handy box adds hair to guitars, synths, clavs, Wurlis, bass and more
Fender JV Modified ’50s Stratocaster HSS Review
Embodying versatility and affordability, this Strat pays homage to the great Japanese Fenders of the early ’80s
Ernie Ball Music Man Cutlass HT Review
A retake on a modern classic with several clever twists
This McInturff Sounds Like a Telecaster From Your Favorite Classic Rock Album
With electronics inspired by a famed 1970s studio console, Terry C. McInturff’s Spellcaster is tonal magic
Fane Ascension F25, F30 and A30 Guitar Speakers Reviews
Each of these new Ascension models should be given serious consideration alongside the usual suspects
How the Watkins Dominator Pointed the Way Forward to Marshall’s Famed 18-Watters
Also known for the Copicat tape delay, the esteemed British amp builder Watkins aka WEM was a guitar gear pioneer
“All This Equipment is Just to Make a Sound Like We Used to Get Years Ago”: Watch Andy Summers Demo His Massive Effects Rig in 1987
Video Here’s why the Police guitarist is an effects innovator.
How the Fender Electric XII Became the Sound Everyone Chased During the Late-’60s Craze for 12-String Jangle
The unorthodox 12-string electric found its way onto some of rock's most classic recordings, wooing guitarists the world over, but the course of true love ran any way but smooth.
Reverend Six Gun HPP 25th Anniversary Edition Review
If your budget is slightly north of $1k, and you're looking for one solid guitar to tackle a wide range of sounds and styles, this should be a top contender for the job.
A Look Back at the Rickenbacker 365: One of the Storied Company's Most Versatile and Toneful Creations
The 365 has features that make it both a classic Rickenbacker and a great choice by any standard for everything from clanging power chords to chiming arpeggio work.
The Gretsch Double Anniversary is a Budget Ride to Atkins Country
The “sports car” of the line represents much of the best of Gretsch’s golden years.
How the Lost Gibson Theodore Came Roaring to Life After 65 Years in the Company's Archives
Based on a Ted McCarty drawing that was tucked away in a portfolio of lap-steel designs from 1946, the Theodore really brings something unique to the table.
Played by Jimmy Page, Andy Summers, Pat Metheny and More, Roland’s Quirky GR Guitar Synths Were Surprisingly Versatile Creative Tools
Guitar synths didn’t dominate popular music, but it wasn’t for Roland’s lack of trying.
Gritty and Elegant, Bunting Guitars' Amarok is a Lot of Fun by Any Measure
This stripped-down rock 'n' roll warrior looks, plays and sounds like an old familiar friend.
Line 6 DL4 MkII Delay Modeler Pedal Review
This massively handy echo box is an Editors’ Pick Award winner if ever there was one.
Fender Vintera '50s Stratocaster Modified Review
Classic meets contemporary in this superbly appointed Strat.
