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A photo of the Breedlove Roots Concert SRe acoustic
“The best guitar Breedlove has sent my way in more than a decade.” We review the Breedlove Roots Concert SRe acoustic-electric

By Jimmy Leslie Published

Built in Bend, Oregon, the new Roots Concert SRe combines articulate rosewood tone, comfortable modern playability and stage-ready L.R. Baggs electronics

Acoustic Guitars
A photo showing the body of the Gretsch Streamliner Hollow Body in Fairlane Blue finish
“An inspiring guitar to handle just about any style.” We review the Gretsch Streamliner Hollow Body electric

By Art Thompson Published

With eye-catching style, lively acoustic resonance and versatile BT3S pickups, Gretsch’s Streamliner Hollow Body delivers classic tones and impressive performance for the price.

Electric Guitars
Close up of the top panel of Fender Blues Junior IV tube amp on a wooden floor
"If you want classic Fender tube tones, the Blues Junior IV remains among the cheapest ways of achieving them." We review the Fender Blues Junior IV tube amp

By Connor Godfrey Published

Does one of Fender's best-selling amps remain the gold standard for portable, all-tube tone? We find out

Amps
A photo showing a detail of the Supro Airwave 1x12 combo
“A straightforward tube combo hiding serious 21st-century tech.” We review the Supro Airwave 1x12 combo

By Dave Hunter Published

The new Airwave blends classic Supro tube tone with onboard Two Notes DynIR cab simulation, letting players record direct, practice silently or run straight to front-of-house.

Amps
A photo of the LiquiSlide Jules Leyhe Signature Slide
We review the LiquiSlide Jules Leyhe Signature glass slide

By Jimmy Leslie Published

Filled with a proprietary liquid and golden shimmering flakes, it looks and feels fabulous while delivering smooth, balanced and refined tone

Gear
A photo of the Gretsch Electromatic Premier Jet
“Something for Gretsch-ogling rockers — as well as budget-conscious players.” We review the Gretsch Electromatic Premier Jet

By Dave Hunter Published

A reimagined Duo Jet for the modern era, it pairs chambered construction and new humbuckers with classic Gretsch snap, jangle, and attitude.

Electric Guitars
A photo of the Cutthroat Audio Fullerton 5G9 1x12
We review the Cutthroat Audio Fullerton 5G9 1x12, a modern re-creation of a storied Fender combo

By Dave Hunter Last updated

Ron Westwood puts his passion for this late-era tweed wonder to work in a faithful re-creation that’s also suited to today’s players

Amps
A photo of a woman playing a Venus Revolution guitar in white with a red pickguard
“Purpose-built from the ground up for female players.” We review the Venus Revolution and Revolution Elite Dark Roast electric guitars

By Ali Handal Published

What Venus gets right is that the concept isn't cosmetic — it's physical

Guitars
"Blends classic tube simplicity with a few modern features that genuinely add value": We review the tiny tube tones of the Marshall DSL1CR

By Ross Holder Published

Marshall's mini tube amp delivers the spirit of the stack in a tiny 1-watt format

Amps
A photo of the Fender American Ultra Luxe Vintage ’60s Stratocaster HSS in Fiesta Red
“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

By Jimmy Leslie Published

With the added muscle and versatility of the Haymaker humbucker, this Strat walks the line between vintage authenticity and modern refinement

Gear
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