Dr Strings DDT Drop-Down Tuning Bass 4-String - "DR Strings DDT"
First things first, you'll know you've found these strings when you see the great spider logo on the package! DDT is on of DRs new ideas, it recently came out along with their NEON string technology…
Line 6 Spider IV 75 - "Line 6 Spider IV 75"
I needed a 'go to' amp that I could record demos with or take out to gigs. Reliability and price where high on my priorities, but I also needed something that sounded decent. I read many good revie…
Behringer Xenyx 802 - "Behringer Xenyx 802"
I recently had a recording gig where power was limited, it was outdoors and all I needed was two tracks. Odd? Yes, but after some homework I settled on the Xenyz 802 mixer by Behringer. 2 reasons …
Ibanez ART100 - "Ibanez ART100"
The latest model from the Artist series, the ART100 was recently awarded one of the best bang for your buck single cuts. It gives you a nice Les Paul sound with a little more playability. I demo'd …
- "Squier Matt Freeman Precision"
Matt Freeman is the bassist for Rancid. He played his tried and true 70s Fender Precision forever and recently designed a signature model along the lines of the Squier Classic Vibe series. I found …
Boss PS-6 Harmonist - "Boss PS-6"
Boss recently released the PS-6 Harmonist Pitch Shifter. This unit picks up where the PS-4 and PS-5 have left off. I was in my local guitar shop and thought I'd check this out. I always loved the …
Squier Vintage Modified Jaguar Bass Special - "Squier Vintage Modified Jaguar Special"
I saw pictures of this that Fender leaked about 6 months in advance. I couldn't wait to get my hands on one of these! There are a few different Squier Jaguar basses; there is a $299 version with th…
Boss BR-1180/1180CD Digital Recording Studio - "Boss BR-1180CD"
I'm singer/songwriter and I use this unit to work out arrangements and ideas which I then burn .wave files to take to a pro studio. I then overdub to the recorded tracks. Purchased it at a Guitar Ce…
Carvin AC40 Fretless - "Carvin AC40-FL Semi Acoustic Fretless"
This is the basic version ... no binding or fancy burst finish, just clear glossy. It appears to be a cedar top on a mahogany body with mahogany neck. FB is ebony. I play Olde Skool: American Songboo…
Yamaha W7 - "Yamaha W7"
This was, oddly enough, the little brother to Yamaha's W5 workstation, which had the exact same features, apart from being 61 keys instead of 76, and not having the semi-weighted feel or aftertouch. …
Crate GX130C - "Crate GX-130C"
I wasn't looking for one of these amps. I saw one used at a music store for $99. A 212 130 watt amp for $99 dollars....! I plugged it in and tried it. I fell in love right away! First of All the …
Line 6 Mod Pro - "Line 6 ModPro"
It's the rackmountable version of Line 6's MM4 Mod filter stompbox. It's still the same bright blue, just flat and with four screw holes in the front. These were made primarily for studio use, gene…
Native Instruments Reaktor 5 - "Native Instruments Reaktor 5"
I recently purchased Native Instruments bundle pack called Komplete 7, which comes with all the most popular, and powerful virtual instruments made by this German software company. Native Instruments…
Arion SMM-1 Metal Master - "Arion Metal Master SMM-1"
I've used the Metal Master since 1986 and it's my go-to distortion pedal for a number of reasons. I use it to play mostly Metal/Punk Rock styles. Bought this pedal the first time at the local Guita…
Ibanez JS2400 Joe Satriani Signature - "Ibanez JS2400"
With a maple JS Prestige bolt-on neck and rosewood fingerboard, moving quick on the JS2400, whether sweeping or performing scalar runs, is far more effortless than with other guitars in its price-ran…