Latest Reviews
“Purpose-built from the ground up for female players.” We review the Venus Revolution and Revolution Elite Dark Roast electric guitars
What Venus gets right is that the concept isn't cosmetic — it's physical
"Blends classic tube simplicity with a few modern features that genuinely add value": We review the tiny tube tones of the Marshall DSL1CR
Marshall's mini tube amp delivers the spirit of the stack in a tiny 1-watt format
“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
With the added muscle and versatility of the Haymaker humbucker, this Strat walks the line between vintage authenticity and modern refinement
“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
The Swingland is designed for studio/home use to deliver like a cranked vintage amp at low volume
We review the Fishman AirLock Wireless GT wireless guitar system and find cordless heaven
The plug-and-play wireless system delivers cable-like tone with adjustable voicing and interference settings
We review the Gretsch Electromatic CVT Double-Cut with Wraparound Tailpiece
It’s a hip, affordable choice for players seeking classic Gretsch vibes with a modern edge
We review the Gibson: Learn to Play Guitar app
Gibson heritage meets the modern, gamified guitar learning experience in an immersive method that keeps you moving forward
We review the new Martin O’ahu HG-28 acoustic guitar and discover a more manageable dread
Announced in 2024, the model — inspired by a vintage Gibson HG-20 Hawaiian guitar discovered by Chris Martin IV — has finally arrived
