Latest articles by Dave Hunter
Armed with a Marshall and a Les Paul, Slowhand pushed the envelope of guitar tone in 1966.
Fancier Teiscos like this and the Spectrum 5 are a comparative king’s ransom these days
A roadworthy range of stompboxes, each priced under $100
Part Firebird, part SG and part offset, the Juliet is something truly different
Designed and built in Canada, this handy box adds hair to guitars, synths, clavs, Wurlis, bass and more
Embodying versatility and affordability, this Strat pays homage to the great Japanese Fenders of the early ’80s
A retake on a modern classic with several clever twists
With electronics inspired by a famed 1970s studio console, Terry C. McInturff’s Spellcaster is tonal magic
Each of these new Ascension models should be given serious consideration alongside the usual suspects
Also known for the Copicat tape delay, the esteemed British amp builder Watkins aka WEM was a guitar gear pioneer
Video Here’s why the Police guitarist is an effects innovator.
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.
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.
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 “sports car” of the line represents much of the best of Gretsch’s golden years.
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.
Guitar synths didn’t dominate popular music, but it wasn’t for Roland’s lack of trying.
This stripped-down rock 'n' roll warrior looks, plays and sounds like an old familiar friend.
This massively handy echo box is an Editors’ Pick Award winner if ever there was one.
Classic meets contemporary in this superbly appointed Strat.
Hip “familiar-alternative” styling with a confident, versatile performance leaning toward the rocky side of indie, alternative and roots styles.
This classic design was a major stepping-stone in the storied evolution of thinline electrics.
Mr Guitar was performing with the Gretsch Filter’Tron before the Gibson PAF appeared on guitars.
