If you look back at the past 50 to 60 years of Western Rock and Pop music, you’ll find that there are a few pieces of gear that have genuinely made their marks. These pieces of gear were used across various genres in different generations, many of which remain relevant today. Some of the most […]
Let me just start this off by saying I love fuzz pedals. Fuzz is, without a doubt, my favorite guitar effect out there. In a way, you could call it my “desert island” effect pedal. In my experience as a guitarist, I’ve bought, sold, and collected dozens of fuzz pedals. I’ve become somewhat of a […]
Guitar Tone What is it? Why do so many guitarists talk about it? What does it entail? The idea of “tone” is quite a mystery; like most things in music, it’s intangible. We can’t hear tone, yet one might point out a tone that is bad or good. Depending on which guitarist you are talking […]
In the wonderful world of music gear, the word ‘boutique’ is one of the best examples of pretentiousness. We’re often told that ‘boutique’ is synonymous with ‘high-quality,’ which is one of the reasons that so many eager guitarists spend thousands of dollars on amps, pedals, and guitars that the next guy has never heard of. […]