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“It’s Like Holding a Candle Up Between Two Mirrors”: Roger Mayer Talks Bringing Jimi Hendrix’s Sound Into Another Dimension By Rod Brakes, Art Thompson published 22 March 22 Video The guitar effects guru tells the story of his groundbreaking Octavia invention.
Classic Gear: Roger Mayer’s Octavia Pedal By Dave Hunter published 2 November 21 Mayer’s rocket-inspired pedal launched the sound of rock guitar into the stratosphere.
Zappa Talks Zappa: Inside the Mind of Guitar Genius By Jimmy Leslie published 12 October 21 Dweezil Zappa explains the art of the guitar solo and reveals how he culled his favorites to create his 'Live in The Moment II' album.
Here’s Why Jimi Hendrix Ditched His Strat for a Tele on Two Iconic Tracks By Rod Brakes published 6 July 21 “Secret studio weapon” Roger Mayer recounts the curious tale as it happened on the night.