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Best mini amps 2026: tiny amps for powerful tones

By Connor Godfrey Last updated

Our pick of the best small guitar amps will get you great big tone in a teeny-tiny package

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Best bass amps 2026: low-end tone machines

By Daryl Robertson Last updated

My pick of the best bass amp combos and heads from the likes of Fender, Blackstar, Orange, Darkglass, and more

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Best combo amps 2026: my pick of solid-state and tube combos for all budgets

By Daryl Robertson Last updated

No matter your genre, budget or skill level, these top combo amplifiers from Fender, Orange, Blackstar, EVH, and more will make your guitar sing

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American blues rock musician Joe Bonamassa performing live on stage at The Borderline in London, on March 26, 2013.
Joe Bonamassa says you’re miking your amp wrong

By Phil Weller Published

The blues star has a blunt take on the “Full Sail flashlight” technique — and why starting at the center of a speaker cone is a mistake

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A photo of the Bartel Amplifiers Swingland 1x12 combo
“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

By Dave Hunter Published

The Swingland is designed for studio/home use to deliver like a cranked vintage amp at low volume

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Best amp modelers 2026: get all your dream guitar tones in one

By Connor Godfrey Last updated

Amp models so good, you’ll think they’re the real thing

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Best practice amps 2026: practice your guitar at home with top tier tone

By Matt McCracken Last updated

Keep your chops in tip-top shape with the best practice amps from Fender, Marshall, Boss, and more

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The Beach Boys Dumble ODS
How the Beach Boys' Dumble Overdrive Special ended up in Hawaii, and the celebrity who’s now recording with it

By Phil Weller Published

One of three Dumbles built for the band, it’s been hidden in the Aloha State for 35 years

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A photo of the Victory Amplification V40 Deluxe The Duchess head — Sweetwater Special Edition tweed model
Chris Buck and Ariel Posen are fans. Now you can get $600 off Victory Amplification’s V40 Deluxe Duchess head during Cyber Week

By Christopher Scapelliti Published

Offering the sound of classic American combos and the aggressive crunch of vintage British tube heads, the V40 gives you the best of both worlds

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A selection of guitar gear on a blue background
Black Friday guitar deals 2025: these deals are already live – plus all the info you need ahead of the year's biggest guitar sale

By Matt McCracken Last updated

Black Friday has arrived early this year, there are loads of deals available and we've got the best of them

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