Accessory Alley, Guitars, Past Features, Reviews

REVIEW: Acme Guitar Works ToneShaper for Telecaster

Acme Guitar Works, Inc. started as a hobby shop back in 1993 for George Ellison and his friends to work on their guitars....

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Accessories, Accessory Alley, Past Features, Reviews

REVIEW: Sheptone Pickups for Telecaster

A little over seven years ago, guitarist Jeff Shepherd faced a dilemma, no matter how many guitars he tried, he just couldn't find that elusive "TONE"....

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Accessories, Accessory Alley, Past Features, Reviews

REVIEW: IK Multimedia’s AmpliTube iRig

The iRig is literally the size of a lipstick case with a 5" cable extension that plugs into your iPod....

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Guitar Gallery, Guitars, Past Features, Reviews

REVIEW: Reverend’s Sensei 290

The cool thing about all of Reverend's guitars is their unique style. The Sensei 290 is no exception. The body shape has sharp double cutaway....

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Legends, Musician, Past Features, Rock

Rush: The 2010 Time Machine Tour Live in Las Vegas Baby!

Being a HUGE Rush fan, the opportunity arose to see the legendary Progressive Rock band RUSH live in Las Vegas last Saturday night....

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General, Genres, Musician, World

So You Think You Can Rock… World Music?!

Posted on 31 August 2010

This ‘faux’ genre was created as an effort to have a rack in the music store separated from western popular music.... Continue Reading

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Accessories, Amplifiers, Gear

The Yellow Jackets® Rectifier Converter

Posted on 26 August 2010

Yellow Jackets® is pleased to announce a new tube converter, its first new product introduction in years. This new device is a rectifier tube converter.... Continue Reading

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Legends, Musician, Rock

Profile: American Guitarist John “Overlord” Petrucci

Posted on 24 August 2010

John Pertrucci, originally form Long Island, New York, began his incredible career by attending Berklee College of Music in Boston, Mass. This is where he hooked up with the legendary drummer Mike Portnoy.... Continue Reading

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Guitar Gallery, Guitars, Reviews

Review: THD 15W Univalve Class A Amplifier Head

Posted on 18 August 2010

The THD Univalve is a great boutique amp with a wide range of tonal possibilities.... Continue Reading

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Guitar Zen, Musician

Build a Fan Base without Collecting Stalkers!

Posted on 11 August 2010

Many people jump into the world of music head first but to expand that audience a band needs to build a solid base of dedicated fans.... Continue Reading

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Guitars, Metal, Musician

George Lynch The Interview

Posted on 09 August 2010

Lynch has continued on post-Dokken and been involved with all kinds of creative collaborations. His inimitable style shines through everywhere he turns up.... Continue Reading

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Polls

SMG Poll: What’s the most influential rock guitar album of all time?

Posted on 04 August 2010

You listened to the album over and over again. It blew your mind. It inspired you and you still dig the guitar.... Continue Reading

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Jazz, Legends, Musician

Profile: American Jazz Guitarist John Scofield

Posted on 02 August 2010

John Scofield probably best known to many, as a sideman to Miles Davis from 1982 – 1985, but that is not what stands out on his resume.... Continue Reading

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Guitar Zen, Musician

Guitar Zen: Tips for Touring GREEN!!

Posted on 28 July 2010

Hitting the open road with your band can be an exciting and rewarding experience. To travel to new places and experience the beauty of nature and it's surroundings.... Continue Reading

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Accessories, Accessory Alley, Reviews

Review: Gator Cases G-Slinger Deluxe Double Gig Bag

Posted on 12 July 2010

I booked a one-way ticket to Los Angeles and each passenger is allowed two bags under 50 pounds so I allotted one piece of luggage for a guitar.... Continue Reading

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Guitar Gallery, Guitars, Reviews

Review: The Ampeg Dan Armstrong Plexi Guitar

Posted on 02 July 2010

Ampeg teamed up with guitar extraordinaire Dan Armstrong with the idea that they wanted to create an electric guitar like no other.... Continue Reading

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Accessories, Accessory Alley, Reviews

Review: TC Electronic’s PolyTune Pedal Tuner

Posted on 23 June 2010

The PolyTune is cased in a rugged metal housing with a heavy duty metal footswitch, large LED display, and 9V power jack on the back.... Continue Reading

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