James RotondiSocial Links Navigation Latest articles by James Rotondi Epiphone USA Casino Review By James Rotondi last updated 17 December 21 This new USA Casino – the first to be built in the U.S. since 1971 – absolutely nails what makes the Casino great. Is Victory Amps’ the Duchess V4 a Smaller Footprint Amplifier for the Faithful? By James Rotondi published 9 November 21 The debate over tube versus solid-state power is not going to end with this review, but here’s what we thought. Suhr Badger 30 Head/112 Cabinet Review By James Rotondi last updated 3 November 21 Boutique tones with a British accent from an all-tube head with a footswitchable MOSFET boost. Archive Treasures: John Frusciante, November 1997 By James Rotondi published 21 October 21 Before his miraculous return to the Red Hot Chili Peppers the guitarist spoke to GP about life, art, and death. Marc Benno Recalls His Session on the Doors' 'L.A. Woman' By James Rotondi published 20 August 21 Answering Bruce Botnick's call, the Texas blues player had a brief but fruitful collaboration with Robby Krieger on guitar. Robby Krieger and John Densmore Unmask the Myths Behind the Doors’ Final Album, 1971’s 'L.A. Woman' By James Rotondi published 10 August 21 50 years on, the Doors' surviving members share song secrets, memories of Jim Morrison's genius, and recall playing God with Bruce Botnick's weather machine. Celebrating 50 Years of Humble Pie’s ’Performance: Rockin’ the Fillmore’ By James Rotondi published 4 August 21 Peter Frampton's last act on record with the band set a new standard for the live rock album. Inside Peter Frampton's Gear Vault By James Rotondi published 2 August 21 Talk boxes, modded Marshalls, and vintage Les Pauls make Frampton's sound come alive. Peter Frampton on the Joy of Guitar Playing, Developing His Style, and Recording With George Harrison By James Rotondi published 20 July 21 On 'Frampton Forgets the Words,' the rock icon lets his Les Paul do the talking. Fender American Original ’70s Telecaster Custom Review By James Rotondi published 18 November 20 The welcome return of the CuNiFe Wide-Range Humbucker makes for a mighty, meaty Tele. Charvel Pro-Mod DK22 Review By James Rotondi published 9 November 20 A hot-rodded S-style that does more than its shred pedigree might suggest. MOST READ1How a deeply personal twist of events brought a beloved 'Burst into Vince Gill's life2How Noel Gallagher and Beck helped bring the Black Keys' latest funky full-length, Ohio Players, to life3Best amp modelers 2024: Get your dream guitar tone with our top picks4Best overdrive pedals 2024: Strap in, it's time to drive5“A lot of times when someone says, ‘They have good technique, but there’s something missing,’ what’s actually missing is part of the technique”: Paul Gilbert on the essentials of great guitar playing
Epiphone USA Casino Review By James Rotondi last updated 17 December 21 This new USA Casino – the first to be built in the U.S. since 1971 – absolutely nails what makes the Casino great.
Is Victory Amps’ the Duchess V4 a Smaller Footprint Amplifier for the Faithful? By James Rotondi published 9 November 21 The debate over tube versus solid-state power is not going to end with this review, but here’s what we thought.
Suhr Badger 30 Head/112 Cabinet Review By James Rotondi last updated 3 November 21 Boutique tones with a British accent from an all-tube head with a footswitchable MOSFET boost.
Archive Treasures: John Frusciante, November 1997 By James Rotondi published 21 October 21 Before his miraculous return to the Red Hot Chili Peppers the guitarist spoke to GP about life, art, and death.
Marc Benno Recalls His Session on the Doors' 'L.A. Woman' By James Rotondi published 20 August 21 Answering Bruce Botnick's call, the Texas blues player had a brief but fruitful collaboration with Robby Krieger on guitar.
Robby Krieger and John Densmore Unmask the Myths Behind the Doors’ Final Album, 1971’s 'L.A. Woman' By James Rotondi published 10 August 21 50 years on, the Doors' surviving members share song secrets, memories of Jim Morrison's genius, and recall playing God with Bruce Botnick's weather machine.
Celebrating 50 Years of Humble Pie’s ’Performance: Rockin’ the Fillmore’ By James Rotondi published 4 August 21 Peter Frampton's last act on record with the band set a new standard for the live rock album.
Inside Peter Frampton's Gear Vault By James Rotondi published 2 August 21 Talk boxes, modded Marshalls, and vintage Les Pauls make Frampton's sound come alive.
Peter Frampton on the Joy of Guitar Playing, Developing His Style, and Recording With George Harrison By James Rotondi published 20 July 21 On 'Frampton Forgets the Words,' the rock icon lets his Les Paul do the talking.
Fender American Original ’70s Telecaster Custom Review By James Rotondi published 18 November 20 The welcome return of the CuNiFe Wide-Range Humbucker makes for a mighty, meaty Tele.
Charvel Pro-Mod DK22 Review By James Rotondi published 9 November 20 A hot-rodded S-style that does more than its shred pedigree might suggest.
