<![CDATA[ Latest from Guitar Player in Reviews ]]> https://www.guitarplayer.com/review Tue, 28 Apr 2026 18:35:55 +0000 en <![CDATA[ “Put one on at a gig and people immediately want to know what it is.” We review the LiquiSlide Jules Leyhe Signature glass slide ]]> https://www.guitarplayer.com/gear/liquislide-jules-leyhe-signature-glass-slide-review Y792xkHfqAiergCPZGoyPZ Tue, 28 Apr 2026 18:35:55 +0000 <![CDATA[ “Something for Gretsch-ogling rockers —as well as budget-conscious players.” We review the Gretsch Electromatic Premier Jet ]]> https://www.guitarplayer.com/guitars/electric-guitars/gretsch-electromatic-premier-jet-review XJgsHgLVcmYCnRU5zHWod3 Mon, 27 Apr 2026 20:06:11 +0000 <![CDATA[ “Declared the ‘best-sounding tweed Fender’ by many players.” We review the Cutthroat Audio Fullerton 5G9 1x12, a modern re-creation of a storied Fender combo ]]> https://www.guitarplayer.com/gear/amps/declared-the-best-sounding-tweed-fender-by-many-players-we-review-cutthroat-audio-fullerton-5g9-1x12-a-modern-re-creation-of-a-storied-fender-combo 57LZcqzQ6SAZwW98NQCngn Fri, 17 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Mon, 20 Apr 2026 08:50:46 +0000 <![CDATA[ “Purpose-built from the ground up for female players.” We review the Venus Revolution and Revolution Elite Dark Roast electric guitars ]]> https://www.guitarplayer.com/guitars/venus-revolution-and-revolution-elite-dark-roast-review PoX7yc7ftLgem74umuSUad Mon, 13 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Mon, 27 Apr 2026 08:55:41 +0000 <![CDATA[ "Blends classic tube simplicity with a few modern features that genuinely add value": We review the tiny tube tones of the Marshall DSL1CR ]]> https://www.guitarplayer.com/gear/amps/marshall-dsl1cr-review uotUcuQaj5i5QSBgqWnHUL Mon, 13 Apr 2026 11:24:12 +0000 <![CDATA[ “I’ve dreamed of having a Strat like this since I was a kid.” We review the Fender American Ultra Luxe Vintage ’60s Stratocaster HSS ]]> https://www.guitarplayer.com/gear/fender-american-ultra-luxe-vintage-60s-stratocaster-hss-reviewed mTj9XyaxvzV7coD99vFmnW Tue, 24 Mar 2026 16:07:55 +0000 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 11:34:25 +0000 <![CDATA[ “This amp’s dynamics are off the charts.” We review Bartel Amplifiers’ Swingland 1x12 combo and find a low-watter that delivers high-wattage tone, response and feel ]]> https://www.guitarplayer.com/gear/amps/bartel-amplifiers-swingland-1x12-combo-review wEUqhwWTCZhDNG6qsFGZAA Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:12:35 +0000 Thu, 12 Feb 2026 16:58:07 +0000 <![CDATA[ “Cables suck! Being untethered feels fabulous and sounds great.” We review the Fishman AirLock Wireless GT wireless guitar system and find cordless heaven ]]> https://www.guitarplayer.com/gear/live-studio/fishman-airlock-wireless-gt-wireless-guitar-system-reviewed FEoUvsg4wmyh9DG2MZtnhK Wed, 21 Jan 2026 14:31:00 +0000 Fri, 23 Jan 2026 10:27:58 +0000 <![CDATA[ “A bang-for-buck champ that performs above its price class.” We review the Gretsch Electromatic CVT Double-Cut with Wraparound Tailpiece ]]> https://www.guitarplayer.com/guitars/electric-guitars/gretsch-electromatic-cvt-double-cut-with-wraparound-tailpiece-review KNCjkteTWnJrM2PegPm3pM Mon, 05 Jan 2026 15:16:05 +0000 Mon, 12 Jan 2026 09:54:12 +0000 <![CDATA[ "Real artists teaching their own material adds an extra layer of inspiration that few competitors can match": Gibson: Learn to Play Guitar review ]]> https://www.guitarplayer.com/lessons/gibson-learn-to-play-guitar-review txQihj5TffWEovRcnsDYgi Wed, 03 Dec 2025 15:00:10 +0000 Thu, 04 Dec 2025 09:18:07 +0000 <![CDATA[ “It’s not just a miniature edition of a dreadnought. It’s something completely different.” We review the new Martin O’ahu HG-28 acoustic guitar and discover a more manageable dread ]]> https://www.guitarplayer.com/guitars/acoustic-guitars/martin-oahu-hg-28-review eirYhJUND68mH6PuHLzPah Mon, 17 Nov 2025 16:58:27 +0000 Thu, 20 Nov 2025 21:52:51 +0000 <![CDATA[ “Captures the best of the famed Crescendos thought to be behind David Gilmour’s classic Pink Floyd tone.” We review the Fane Crescendo Anniversary Edition 12AE 12-inch guitar speaker ]]> https://www.guitarplayer.com/gear/fane-crescendo-ae-speaker-review tXPk8EnCQzieEU8W9ZXRKn Mon, 20 Oct 2025 14:43:19 +0000 Mon, 27 Oct 2025 10:28:34 +0000 <![CDATA[ “For $99, you get rich, round, clear tone reminiscent of the most popular 1x12 combo of all time.” We review the EarthQuaker Devices Easy Listening Analog Amp Simulator Pedal ]]> https://www.guitarplayer.com/gear/pedals-pedalboards/earthquaker-devices-easy-listening-analog-amp-simulator-pedal-review GxGD8s3eZpdMhuHf7yCrL Fri, 17 Oct 2025 10:55:52 +0000 Mon, 20 Oct 2025 08:51:02 +0000 <![CDATA[ “For the sophisticated player that wants it all: Strat-style slinkiness, the heartiness of a Les Paul and the open woodiness of a 335.” We review the PRS S2 Special Semi-Hollow ]]> https://www.guitarplayer.com/guitars/electric-guitars/prs-s2-special-semi-hollow-reviewed T9KrJi7GJxsFJKUQossKom Wed, 15 Oct 2025 13:35:39 +0000 Thu, 16 Oct 2025 21:35:03 +0000 <![CDATA[ “The coolest acoustic-electric guitar gadget of the past decade is now better than ever.” We review the new ToneWoodAmp2 Portable Effects Processor for Acoustic-Electric Guitars ]]> https://www.guitarplayer.com/gear/amps/tonewoodamp2-portable-effects-processor-review haqaN4rPmGKgEn9RPDUKya Sun, 05 Oct 2025 23:01:35 +0000 Mon, 06 Oct 2025 10:58:43 +0000 <![CDATA[ “This timeless design constantly improves as Fender continues to evolve and refine the venerable Telecaster.” We review the Fender Player II Modified Telecaster ]]> https://www.guitarplayer.com/guitars/electric-guitars/fender-player-ii-modified-telecaster-review f78b8WjMnGpo2RnPwmYad5 Tue, 30 Sep 2025 14:53:52 +0000 Mon, 06 Oct 2025 10:57:22 +0000 <![CDATA[ “It proved to be the perfect solution for recording and automating effect pedals.” We review Solid State Logic’s 2+ MKII digital audio interface and find a feature-packed box guitarists will love ]]> https://www.guitarplayer.com/gear/live-studio/ssl-2-mkii-audio-interface-review owt2QKNkeMdEZu9dwtkN6m Wed, 24 Sep 2025 17:09:12 +0000 Mon, 29 Sep 2025 08:59:16 +0000 <![CDATA[ “It’s one of the most capable two-channel amps around — a solid deal that keeps things simple and delivers great clean and overdriven tones.” We review the PRS Archon 50 Classic head ]]> https://www.guitarplayer.com/gear/amps/prs-archon-50-classic-head-review SzgmrfLDyQxoQgVmQF9L6A Wed, 10 Sep 2025 15:17:59 +0000 Fri, 28 Nov 2025 19:10:10 +0000 <![CDATA[ "The rich clarity of a Fender Deluxe, the ballsiness of a Marshall 20 and the sparkle of a Vox AC15." We reviewed the Decker Hummingbird 15 tube combo and decided less is definitely more ]]> https://www.guitarplayer.com/gear/amps/decker-hummingbird-15-tube-combo-review ZEMkFaGQACqF56zjaHZVKC Tue, 19 Aug 2025 16:10:32 +0000 <![CDATA[ “Despite its metal leanings, it can handle anything you throw at it.” We review the Jackson Pro Series Lee Malia LM-87 and find much more than a metal guitar ]]> https://www.guitarplayer.com/guitars/electric-guitars/jackson-pro-series-lee-malia-lm-87-review wM6kcrWAY5EBkFZhCY6YDh Sun, 10 Aug 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Mon, 18 Aug 2025 08:53:15 +0000 <![CDATA[ “A premium guitar built for speed and metal, offering even more than you might expect from a modern high-performance axe.” We review the Jackson American Series Soloist SL2 DX HT ]]> https://www.guitarplayer.com/guitars/electric-guitars/jackson-american-series-soloist-sl2-dx-ht-review XZebADdRMYYNrjvHHnqMAg Fri, 08 Aug 2025 18:00:00 +0000 Mon, 18 Aug 2025 08:51:48 +0000 <![CDATA[ “My favorite electric guitar I’ve tested in more than two decades.” We review the Powers Electric A-Type and find a stunningly unique and inspirational creation ]]> https://www.guitarplayer.com/guitars/electric-guitars/powers-electric-a-type-electric-guitar-review YMVnUqFjQzb2bWiYR7ieXa Mon, 04 Aug 2025 18:58:37 +0000 Mon, 18 Aug 2025 08:34:17 +0000 <![CDATA[ "Greater attention to vintage-correct details and the use of many of the same parts found on American-made Gibson guitars." We review the Epiphone Inspired by Gibson Custom ES-335, 1964 SG Standard and Firebird V ]]> https://www.guitarplayer.com/guitars/electric-guitars/epiphone-inspired-by-gibson-firebird-sg-and-es-335-reviewed T8gVLxKkkqeByvwmn44Umi Mon, 21 Jul 2025 15:31:18 +0000 Fri, 25 Jul 2025 08:37:22 +0000 <![CDATA[ “It’s easy to envision this becoming an heirloom acoustic to be passed down from one generation to the next.” We review the Martin D-28 Billy Strings and DX-2E Billy Strings acoustics ]]> https://www.guitarplayer.com/guitars/acoustic-guitars/its-easy-to-envision-this-becoming-an-heirloom-acoustic-to-be-passed-down-from-one-generation-to-the-next-we-review-the-martin-d-28-billy-strings-and-dx-2e-billy-strings-acoustics ZZLpU4vNyW6vbdMxN38W3m Tue, 15 Jul 2025 20:00:00 +0000 Mon, 21 Jul 2025 10:52:09 +0000 <![CDATA[ "The price is mind-boggling considering all the performance you’re getting." We review the PRS SE Studio Standard and find a guitar that's one of the best choices around for working players ]]> https://www.guitarplayer.com/guitars/electric-guitars/prs-guitars-se-studio-standard H5nfsQKXtRfzFdd3CxfBUK Mon, 14 Jul 2025 14:34:42 +0000 Mon, 21 Jul 2025 10:42:03 +0000 <![CDATA[ “I don’t think I’ve heard richer or more evocative reverb and tremolo from even the best vintage amps.” We review the Benson Tallbird + tube-driven reverb and harmonic optical tremolo ]]> https://www.guitarplayer.com/gear/benson-tall-bird-plus-reverb-tremolo-review 79SnkYeqc4kzTieKWqi4gf Mon, 07 Jul 2025 13:57:24 +0000 Thu, 10 Jul 2025 10:19:21 +0000 <![CDATA[ "The first time a major manufacturer has offered a standalone triple-element pickup system with dual outputs." We review the Fishman Jon Gomm Powertap Earth Pro pickup system ]]> https://www.guitarplayer.com/gear/fishman-jon-gomm-powertap-earth-pro-pickup-review htosJX2LYgmvzDxX6kwXMM Mon, 30 Jun 2025 16:51:10 +0000 Mon, 07 Jul 2025 09:49:28 +0000 <![CDATA[ “An audience member asked me, ‘How did you make your guitar sing like that?’ ” Our reviewer says the DigiTech HammerOn Pitch Shifter pedal makes him sound like a more creative lead player ]]> https://www.guitarplayer.com/gear/pedals-pedalboards/digitech-hammer-on-pitch-shifter-review ekfsP6xUXp7DRovVxxeYT3 Tue, 03 Jun 2025 21:52:03 +0000 Fri, 06 Jun 2025 07:48:18 +0000 <![CDATA[ "It's a notch more hot-rodded to squeeze maximum versatility from the classic Strat format." We review the Fender Player II Modified Stratocaster ]]> https://www.guitarplayer.com/guitars/electric-guitars/fender-player-ii-modified-stratocaster-review mMMvUdUutYEzZ2XEnxPLEW Mon, 02 Jun 2025 17:11:30 +0000 Fri, 06 Jun 2025 08:07:03 +0000 <![CDATA[ The Beatles' Magical Mystery Tour and White Album guitar tones live again in Aclam's Go Rocky Go pedal, a jaw-dropping re-creation of a 1967 Vox Conqueror's Brilliant Channel, complete with George Harrison–inspired graphics ]]> https://www.guitarplayer.com/gear/pedals-pedalboards/aclam-go-rocky-go-review TsuXZqH596NXvrqVQrMqST Tue, 13 May 2025 18:00:00 +0000 Mon, 19 May 2025 08:23:04 +0000 <![CDATA[ “My guitars sounded more nuanced and professional, as if they had a bit of production polish applied to them.” Positive Grid’s Spark Neo headphones had our reviewer feeling like he was recording in a pro studio ]]> https://www.guitarplayer.com/gear/live-studio/positive-grid-spark-neo-review uEFN8RaPEPPFdqdXVwZWBd Thu, 01 May 2025 15:29:22 +0000 Tue, 13 May 2025 09:04:39 +0000 <![CDATA[ "It's a powerful, versatile variation on the timeless Telecaster, with a vital back story to boot." We review the Fender Stories Collection Mike Campbell Red Dog Telecaster ]]> https://www.guitarplayer.com/guitars/electric-guitars/fender-stories-collection-mike-campbell-red-dog-telecaster vysapvUJVfVUfGEzsaofyX Tue, 15 Apr 2025 13:09:32 +0000 Tue, 13 May 2025 08:58:10 +0000 <![CDATA[ "The only thing missing is the noise from the tape loop." We review the Strymon EC-1 Single Head dTape Echo, a convincing take on a very special vintage tube Echoplex ]]> https://www.guitarplayer.com/gear/pedals-pedalboards/strymon-ec1-single-head-dtape-echo-review NkKgfFrFsasQKQDNLcALrF Wed, 09 Apr 2025 20:01:30 +0000 Fri, 11 Apr 2025 07:28:26 +0000 <![CDATA[ "I heard a livelier overall sound, with a more multidimensional voice that enhances a chewy texture to the harmonics." We asked an avowed string snob to try Cleartone Treated Strings on his guitars. Here's what he told us ]]> https://www.guitarplayer.com/gear/cleartone-treated-guitar-strings-review GMGsKZsEtN9rMenF2apdTE Thu, 03 Apr 2025 15:02:14 +0000 Mon, 14 Apr 2025 08:56:37 +0000 <![CDATA[ "The tuning is E to E but an octave higher than standard." Can this little guitar make you sound like you’re playing mandolin? Meet Ellis Guitars’ Soprano TX ]]> https://www.guitarplayer.com/guitars/electric-guitars/ellis-guitars-soprano-tx-review 8VfaSMJBZJKzp7x6BHhMMT Mon, 24 Mar 2025 11:00:00 +0000 Mon, 31 Mar 2025 09:38:09 +0000 <![CDATA[ “I could take the guitar to a gig and not touch the tuners, even if a string broke.” The Jackson Pro Series Signature Diamond Rowe Monarkh is a superb rock machine. The EverTune bridge makes it invincible ]]> https://www.guitarplayer.com/guitars/electric-guitars/jackson-pro-series-signature-diamond-rowe-monarkh-dr12mg SYa56b2yzxqskpq42FtkxM Wed, 12 Mar 2025 17:28:27 +0000 Mon, 24 Mar 2025 10:02:32 +0000 <![CDATA[ "BigSky MX will be replacing the BigSky as my go-to reverb pedal. I’ve heard nothing that covers all the bases with such pristine and detailed audio quality." We crowned the Strymon BigSky MX the champ of multi-reverb pedals ]]> https://www.guitarplayer.com/gear/pedals-pedalboards/strymon-bigsky-mx-review GB3Em2QFShXyRhqyMuh4HP Wed, 05 Mar 2025 17:05:07 +0000 Mon, 17 Mar 2025 12:21:53 +0000 <![CDATA[ “The pedal is scary good. I haven’t met a guitar player yet who disagrees." Does the new Universal Audio Enigmatic ’82 Overdrive Special Amp pedal capture that Dumble magic? We compared notes with Dumble aficionado Ben Harper ]]> https://www.guitarplayer.com/gear/pedals-pedalboards/uafx-enigmatic-82-overdrive-special-amp-pedal-reviewed i2CcdZtafbG5vivuViNadB Wed, 26 Feb 2025 19:28:42 +0000 Mon, 03 Mar 2025 09:39:45 +0000 <![CDATA[ “The most remarkable Taylor I’ve reviewed in nearly a decade.” Taylor’s Gold Label 814e SB Super Auditorium delivers classic pre-War era sound and style in a modern Taylor guitar ]]> https://www.guitarplayer.com/guitars/acoustic-guitars/the-most-remarkable-taylor-ive-reviewed-in-nearly-a-decade-taylors-gold-label-814e-sb-super-auditorium-delivers-classic-pre-war-era-sound-and-style-in-a-modern-taylor-guitar DuKhNKmvVtbfZ2o8b3sHMb Tue, 11 Feb 2025 21:31:37 +0000 Mon, 17 Feb 2025 10:12:30 +0000 <![CDATA[ "One guitar that can cover just about anything." Boasting humbuckers and piezo pickups, the PRS SE Custom 24 Semi-Hollow Piezo is a versatile partner that can play all night ]]> https://www.guitarplayer.com/guitars/electric-guitars/prs-se-custom-24-semihollow-piezo-review iiYKaSVBVewpGJyThsH7RX Wed, 29 Jan 2025 20:45:49 +0000 Fri, 28 Feb 2025 16:16:50 +0000 <![CDATA[ “What if I started with the pickup and built the guitar around it?” We tried the new L.R. Baggs AEG-1 and discovered an acoustic-electric guitar unlike any we've ever seen before ]]> https://www.guitarplayer.com/guitars/acoustic-guitars/lr-baggs-aeg-1-acoustic-electric-guitar m3K6voMyZWZEBZbkKkKGx Mon, 27 Jan 2025 16:30:00 +0000 Mon, 03 Feb 2025 09:58:40 +0000 <![CDATA[ "The best performance acoustics that have come to my attention in nearly a decade." Martin's U.S.-made SC-18E and SC-28E build on the groundbreaking SC-13E with all solid woods and top-tier electronics ]]> https://www.guitarplayer.com/guitars/acoustic-guitars/martin-SC-28E-and-SC-18E-reviewed 67wQCQGtuU6cUqZQtVrPTT Mon, 20 Jan 2025 22:48:45 +0000 Mon, 27 Jan 2025 10:09:56 +0000 <![CDATA[ “The best Binson Echorec emulation ever made.” Dawner Prince tackles the king of all delays with its newBoonar Tube Deluxe. Repeat after us: It's a winner ]]> https://www.guitarplayer.com/gear/pedals-pedalboards/dawner-prince-boonar-tube-deluxe-review yECDV9AYdzi9bcajiiQDRj Mon, 13 Jan 2025 19:10:00 +0000 Tue, 22 Apr 2025 08:19:19 +0000 <![CDATA[ "It’s the sheer quality and playing feel that grab you." Our reviewer hijacked an Abernethy Sonic Empress THC on its way to Wilco's Jeff Tweedy. He found it hard to let go ]]> https://www.guitarplayer.com/guitars/electric-guitars/abernethy-sonic-empress-thc UiHQkVYM9QdPJznufh9qSa Sun, 05 Jan 2025 14:31:02 +0000 Mon, 06 Jan 2025 12:19:50 +0000 <![CDATA[ "With this amp, Dave Davies wouldn't have had to shred his speaker to get his 'You Really Got Me' guitar tone." Mitch Colby resurrects the amp that gave Paul McCartney his start and put the Kinks on the hit parade ]]> https://www.guitarplayer.com/gear/amps/with-this-amp-dave-davies-wouldnt-have-had-to-shred-his-speaker-to-get-his-you-really-got-me-guitar-tone-mitch-colby-resurrects-the-amp-that-gave-paul-mccartney-his-start-and-put-the-kinks-on-the-rock-and-roll-charts iZKtSkhukqPTpLNEru7ym5 Fri, 03 Jan 2025 19:00:20 +0000 Sat, 18 Jan 2025 17:03:28 +0000 <![CDATA[ "Shredders rejoice!" The Engl Hardtailer converts your tremolo from full-floating to dive-only in seconds — no modifications required ]]> https://www.guitarplayer.com/reviews/engl-hardtailer-bridge-stabilizer-review UCAwaHWxsUFk7mUTRLgPAh Mon, 23 Dec 2024 23:00:00 +0000 Mon, 06 Jan 2025 10:54:54 +0000 <![CDATA[ "It looks like a beast!" Fame Guitars lets you rock like a star without having to spend like one ]]> https://www.guitarplayer.com/reviews/fame-forum-IV-electric-guitar-review ZSkQ8JtpzoSxaBgXQNgGBE Fri, 20 Dec 2024 12:50:16 +0000 Mon, 06 Jan 2025 10:32:53 +0000 <![CDATA[ Can Taylor's new Legacy 514CE Grand Auditorium replace our reviewer's prized quarter-century-old 514CE? Learn how it stacks up in our review ]]> https://www.guitarplayer.com/reviews/Taylor-Legacy-514CE-Grand-Auditorium-review ycUivUTnm2F6sFQgrqvaaD Wed, 18 Dec 2024 01:19:11 +0000 Mon, 06 Jan 2025 10:28:54 +0000 <![CDATA[ "The classic overdrive becomes even better with three modes. But with fewer than 2,000 copies available, it's also a collector's item." The DOD 250 Overdrive/Preamp pedal gets an appealing 50th anniversary makeover ]]> https://www.guitarplayer.com/reviews/dod-50th-anniversary-OD-Preamp-250-pedal eBaXxjyVXrmGog7hEyn82S Wed, 11 Dec 2024 16:39:49 +0000 Mon, 16 Dec 2024 10:29:43 +0000 <![CDATA[ "A fun and unique guitar that’s nevertheless a sleek beast of a performer." The Frank Brothers Sonar electric merges vintage styling with diverse tones, making it a perfect all-rounder ]]> https://www.guitarplayer.com/reviews/frank-brothers-sonar-electric-guitar-review P6Qd9CczX7SyNom66nMK3K Sat, 07 Dec 2024 15:34:53 +0000 Thu, 12 Dec 2024 12:03:57 +0000