Art Thompson

Armed with gain, level and tone controls, this pedal also features a built-in noise gate.

A leave-it-on pedal that will push an amp (or stompbox) into overdrive while adding beefiness and dirt.

Captures enough throwback vibe to make it fun while delivering tones that modern players will also dig.

Featuring a Modulation mode this pedal ventures outside the purview of pure analog echo.

With plenty of cool modulation tones to explore there’s more than meets the eye with this stompbox.

The Cure, David Bowie and Tin Machine guitarist is honored with a new signature model.

Evolving from the Systech Harmonic Energizer as used by Frank Zappa, this parametric midrange filter boasts adjustable peak control and obscene amounts of gain.

Deeper than its simple controls would imply, this guitar presents a unique spin on the StingRay.

This superb grind machine walks the line between distortion and fuzz.

With a powerful rip control that adjusts circuit bias this four-knob fuzz delivers myriad tones.

This pedalboard-friendly Nano version brings a new level of enjoyment to a classic EHX effect.

Turns a single-channel amp into a three-channeler with two voicing choices and two variable gain levels.

This streamlined Strat has a lot of tonal vibe, and it’s a gas to play.

With a winning formula these review guitars have excellent build quality and attention to detail.

The latest version of this classic combo uses digital technology to re-create the original spec.

This new production semi-hollow electric guitar is deeply rooted in the American past.

This advanced design won’t leave you fighting with tuning issues, no matter how aggressively you play.

This unique and powerful instrument earns an Editors’ Pick Award.