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Best tube amps 2024: Top choices from Fender, Marshall, MESA/Boogie and more
By Richard Blenkinsop last updated
From single-channel combos to versatile, powerful heads, here are the best tube amps on offer right now
Mark Tremonti reveals how Dumble, Fender and Mesa amps factor into his Creed tour rig
By Phil Weller published
The guitarist says, “I’m all about the big, straight-ahead meat-and-potatoes sound"
Best multi-effects pedals 2024: Do-it-all multi-FX for all styles and budgets
By Matt McCracken last updated
Expand your guitar-playing horizons with these multi-fx options from Line 6, Kemper, Neural DSP and more
D’Addario unveils commemorative John Lennon’s collection – including a replica of his 1972 Madison Square Garden solo show strap
By Phil Weller published
Replica straps from key moments in his career and picks celebrate the Beatles guitarist’s legacy
Soccer Mommy’s Sophie Allison on the value of chord knowledge — and why 20 layers of guitars is too many
By Andrew Daly published
The Nashville guitarist says writing on acoustic guitar is key to her method
Jimmy Page reveals “the best amp that I’d ever had in my collection”
By James Volpe Rotondi published
The heavily modified Marshall was in use from 1969 forward
Joe Bonamassa explains why he sold all his Dumble amps – and why he’s now got more than ever
By Phil Weller published
After making some big changes to his live rig in 2014, the guitarist now owns eight Dumbles and isn’t looking back
Best Combo Amps 2024: Our Pick Of Stunning Solid-State and Tube Combos For All Budgets
By Daryl Robertson last updated
No matter your genre, budget or skill level, these top combo amplifiers from Fender, Orange, Blackstar, EVH, and more will make your guitar sing
“When you start with a crappy guitar, it begins the cycle of gear addiction.” Kenny Wayne Shepherd explains why every player should start out with a cheap guitar
By Phil Weller published
Shepherd also says Jimi Hendrix's gear reveals how he was ahead of his time
PreSonus launches Studio One Pro 7 – the latest generation of its DAW featuring AI tools, improved workflow and more accessible pricing
By Phil Weller published
New features include AI-powered stem separation, Global Transpose and tempo detection features, as well as integration with the Splice sound library
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