New and Cool Guitar: the Allan Beardsell Model 3GMS/25/27
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FU-Tone has introduced new hardware upgrades to its Saddle Insert line. Stock steel saddles constantly fail by cracking, expanding getting stuck and corroding. Naval Brass though, has all of the…
Read more »FU-Tone Debuts Naval Brass Saddle Inserts
FU-Tone has introduced new hardware upgrades to its Saddle Insert line. Stock steel saddles constantly fail by cracking, expanding getting stuck and corroding. Naval Brass though, has all of the…
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A Sovtek-styled Muff clone and a cool boost propel a surprisingly flexible and ferocious fuzz machine.
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A refresh of Yamaha’s BB bass design brings power, class, and impressive playability.
Read more »Not for Sale: Mariano Fernandez Guitarra Septima, Circa 1880
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Read more » Quick Hit: Vertex Effects Steel String
Does the mythic quest for Dumble-style tones culminate in this boutique box?
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