Electro Harmonix Ravish Sitar

Written by admin on January 4, 2012 – 6:10 pm -

Labelling the Electro Harmonix Ravish Sitar as anything less than revolutionary is harsh. Few instruments can compare with a Sitar in terms of harmony and dynamic flexibility and Electro Harmonix have quite literally made it possible to transform any electric or bass guitar into an authentic sounding sitar. It’s a truly unique concept allowing you to play representative scales, tones and even customising your own. The Ravish Sitar works by using a polyphonic lead voice, with sympathetic string drones that can be altered to suit the player and react dynamically to the notes played.  The sympathetic keys can even be chosen from the guitar itself, to edit the tone of the Ravish Sitar you are blessed with a range of controls. Modulation control... more


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Ernie Ball Hybrid Electric Guitar Strings Review

Written by admin on December 1, 2011 – 3:41 pm -

I recently switched out the Ernie Ball 10′s I had on my Gibson SG with a new set of Ernie Ball Hybrid Slinky Electric strings, and after a few weeks of playing them, I don’t think I’ll ever put anything else on my electric guitars again. I’ve always been an Ernie Ball player, and although I loved the thick sound the 10′s provided, I always struggled with nailing bends on the high end strings. I could hit them, but it never felt as effortless as it should have been. For decades, players have remedied this problem by combining two sets of strings, using a set of 10 gauges for the low E, A and D strings, and using 9′s for the G,B and high E strings. In the 70′s Jimmy Page even went as far as putting on... more


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Sanyo Pedal Juice Review

Written by admin on October 13, 2010 – 8:51 pm -

I was recently sent a Sanyo Pedal Juice to review, and after using it for a while, it’s definitely become a new part of my setup. If this is the first you’re hearing about this product, it is a portable power supply that can be used to power anything from distortion pedals to keyboards. It comes with two 9V outputs, and can last up to around 50 hours before it needs charged again. In my experience the Pedal Juice does a great job at holding its charge. I’ve only had to charge it once or twice after a few weeks of moderate playing. It is also very easy to use. It has a single on/off button which eliminates the need to unplug your pedals, and a 3 way LED that displays the current status of the charge. Although I haven’t... more


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BLACKSTAR HT-60 Guitar Amp Review

Written by admin on September 7, 2010 – 2:00 pm -

A member of my band recently purchased a new Blackstar HT-60 guitar amp, and it has definitely blown away each of us who have played it, and heard it in action. The current price range of these amps is also incredible. Blackstar is finally allowing for guitarists to get a high quality amp that is all tube, has great tone and the capability of being played very, very loudly. Before I get into the details about this amp, here’s a quick background on Blackstar, in case you’re new to the name. Blackstar was founded by Ian Robinson and Bruce Keir around 4 years ago. They were both part of Marshall’s R&D department, and when they left to start the company, they took several other Marshall employees with them. Blackstar still remains strongly... more


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BOSS DD-3 Digital Delay Pedal Review

Written by admin on November 11, 2009 – 9:56 pm -

// // // ]]> No guitarist’s setup is complete without a quality delay pedal like the BOSS DD-3 Digital Delay. It adds depth and warmth to your guitar’s tone while also being very to use.  The DD-3 is capable of providing simple slap backs to limitless echoes. It offers 3 distinct delay modes that can create delays ranging from 12.5 to 800 milliseconds. The BOSS DD-3 has been a part of my personal setup for many years now, and it is still one of my favorite pedals. The controls on this pedal allow you to really dial in the perfect amount of delay for any type of playing style. The amount of delay combinations is nearly limitless when using the DD-3; it can go from adding a slight ambiance to your tone, to an impressive doubling effect... more


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10 Guitar Player Gift Ideas

Written by admin on November 9, 2009 – 2:26 pm -

// // // ]]> With the holidays approaching, you may find yourself searching for the perfect gift for a friend, family member or significant other. If they happen to play the guitar then your search just got a whole lot easier because there are plenty of affordable guitar related products that make fantastic gifts. As a guitarist, the following list of 10 guitar player gift ideas comes from personal experience. They are all products that I have either received, or would like to receive. I’ve also made personal product recommendations for each item on the list, so even if you are not familiar with guitar accessories, you can buy one with confidence knowing it is of high quality. 1. Guitar Strings Guitar strings are almost as important... more


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Distortion Pedal Review – MXR M173 Classic 108 Fuzz

Written by admin on August 27, 2009 – 3:21 pm -

Whether you are a Hendrix fan, or a garage rocker, you are going to love the classic MXR M-173 Fuzz Pedal. It has tones that ring familiar of late 60s and early 70s crunch. What Dunlop has taken the circuitry of their BC-108 Fuzz Face pedal, and has placed it in the M-173 which has allowed them to add some great additional features and functionality. The M-173 will fit very nicely onto your pedal board because of its shape, and the hammer tone turquoise finish that it has looks great. Dunlop boasts this pedal as being a classic fuzz stomp box with modern versatility. Players who use the M-173 now have options for AC power and tone buffering, which is a great feature to have with any pedal, especially when placed on a board. The M-173 buffer... more


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MXR M-133 Micro Amp Pedal

Written by admin on August 18, 2009 – 7:43 pm -

The MXR M-133 Micro Amp Pedal is the perfect addition to your setup if you are looking for a pedal that will boost your signal and gain levels. This is a great thing to have available when playing solos or when switching between guitars that have differing output levels. It can also be used to combat signal loss when you have a number of effects setup in a chain. Controls: The MXR could not have a simpler interface. It has only one control for Gain, and that is really all that you need from this pedal. Performance: This pedal does a great job of boosting your signal while also preserving the original tone of your guitar/amp setup. This is important for people who put a lot of time and money into their gear to get the perfect sound they are... more


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6 Tips for Getting the Most out of your Distortion Pedal

Written by admin on August 17, 2009 – 2:18 pm -

So, you’ve just bought that new distortion pedal you’ve been checking out, and for some reason it’s just not delivering the sounds you expected. This is a common occurrence for most people when buying new gear, and below are some things to take into consideration when your distortion pedal is not performing up to your standards. 1. Your distortion pedal does not match your style of playing There are three main types of distortion pedals; Distortion, Fuzz and Overdrive. Each of these create different guitar tones that may/may not fit into your desired style of playing, and this is why you never want to buy a distortion pedal without either hearing, or playing it first. Distortion - A straight distortion pedal will offer increased... more


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Artist Feature: Mike Layton

Written by admin on July 17, 2009 – 1:24 pm -

Recently I had the chance to ask Mike, who is a long time friend and a stellar guitarist from Pittsburgh, PA, some questions about his music and influences. Rock 'n Roll He is currently playing in the band, Full Color, with fellow guitarist and friend, TJ Fennel. You can check out Full Color here: Now onto the questions: How would you describe Full Color’s sound? Watching the documentary, 1991: the Year Punk Broke too many times describes our sound How long has it been around? TJ and I have been writing songs for nearly a decade What kind of guitar do you play? Eastwood Hi-Flyer What kind of distortion/fuzz/overdrive pedals do you use? ProCoDuece Tone Rat Overdrive/Distortion. What kind of amp/setup do you have? I... more


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