Latest Gear Reviews
We review the Strymon EC-1 Single Head dTape Echo, a convincing take on a very special vintage tube Echoplex
Don't be fooled by its size. There's plenty more under the hood to make the EC-1 one of the more versatile delays we've tested
"I heard a livelier overall sound, with a more multidimensional voice that enhances a chewy texture to the harmonics." We asked an avowed string snob to try Cleartone Treated Strings on his guitars. Here's what he told us
The innovative guitar string maker got its start using technology developed by none other than Phil Everly of the Everly Brothers
We crowned the Strymon BigSky MX the champ of multi-reverb pedals
With new algorithms, IR importing, higher-quality processing and the ability to use two reverbs at once, the BigSky MX takes reverb to an entirely new level
We review the Universal Audio Enigmatic ’82 Overdrive Special Amp pedal
UAFX set out to emulate the special qualities that have made Dumble's Overdrive Special one of the most coveted amps
“The best Binson Echorec emulation ever made.” Dawner Prince tackles the king of all delays with its new Boonar Tube Deluxe. Repeat after us: It's a winner
Built by hand, and available in limited quantities, it’s a gorgeous emulation of the delay unit famously used by David Gilmour
We reviewed the Dixon Hummingbird 15 tube combo and decided less is definitely more
Boasting top-notch build and minimal features, it's an ideal pedal platform and a solid performer that morphs from rhythm to lead via your picking or guitar volume
Mitch Colby resurrects the amp that gave Paul McCartney his start and put the Kinks on the hit parade
The Colby Elpico AC55 1x12 combo is a modern take on the 1950s/'60s Elpico AC55 that launched young British guitarists into the world of rock and roll
The Engl Hardtailer converts your tremolo from full floating to dive-only in seconds
It's easy to install and works on most block-and-springs-based trems and locking trems, including those with the EVH D-Tuna or Tone Vise Pitch Shifter
