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“It’s one of the most capable two-channel amps around.” We review the PRS Archon 50 Classic head
By Art Thompson published
An update of the original 2013 model, the Archon 50 Classic proves versatile across genres, making it a straightforward, reliable amp for stage and studio.

We reviewed the Decker Hummingbird 15 tube combo and decided less is definitely more
By Art Thompson published
Boasting top-notch build and minimal features, it's an ideal pedal platform and a solid performer that morphs from rhythm to lead via your picking or guitar volume

We review the Benson Tallbird + tube-driven reverb and harmonic optical tremolo
By Dave Hunter published
An update of Benson's Tall Bird external reverb unit, the Tall Bird + adds tube-driven optical tremolo in two modes: Classic and Harmonic

We review the Fishman Jon Gomm Powertap Earth Pro pickup system
By Jimmy Leslie published
Originally created for the English percussive fingerstylist's signature Ibanez acoustic, the system is now available for installation on any acoustic

Our reviewer says the DigiTech HammerOn Pitch Shifter pedal makes him sound like a more creative lead player
By Jimmy Leslie published
Its seven modes give you instantaneous pitch shifting for hammer-ons, trills, instant harmonies, drop and capo tunings, and much more

The Beatles' Magical Mystery Tour and White Album guitar tones live again in Aclam's Go Rocky Go pedal
By Dave Hunter published
The pedal derives its tone and features from the transistor-driven amplifier, including the Mid Range Boost circuit's characterful EQ settings

Positive Grid’s Spark Neo headphones had our reviewer feeling like he was recording in a pro studio
By Christopher Scapelliti published
The Spark line's latest addition delivers an immersive experience that puts all of Positive Grid's amp and effect tones in sharp detail

We review the Strymon EC-1 Single Head dTape Echo, a convincing take on a very special vintage tube Echoplex
By Christopher Scapelliti published
Don't be fooled by its size. There's plenty more under the hood to make the EC-1 one of the more versatile delays we've tested

"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
By Dave Hunter published
The innovative guitar string maker got its start using technology developed by none other than Phil Everly of the Everly Brothers
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