Fender ’64 Vibroverb Custom: Innovates, Doesn’t Emulate. The Real Thing.
In this amplification special, Fender amplification could not be missing. A true gem has landed in my hands: the FENDER ’64 Vibroverb Custom. In plain language, and after the…
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Yamaha BBT 500-110: Manageable and Easy to Carry
Today nobody is unaware of the name of the great Japanese brand YAMAHA, which, after making such diverse revolutionary products prized on the world market for their excellent…
Ashdown Radiator 1: Great Sound and Portability
So what about amplifying the acoustic guitar? Both in the studio and on stage, we'll have to deal with capturing the sound of our acoustic guitar. Technology has come a long way…
Ibanez Troubadour T35: Maximum Control
Our acoustic guitar is usually a faithful companion. Even the most electric, metal-minded guitarists have a soft spot for acoustics on certain compositions. Amplifying one is…
Gibson Les Paul Special: A Les Paul Within Reach
As you all know, talking about Gibson means talking about the big leagues. It is one of the most legendary and iconic electric guitar brands, and it has served as the reference…
Maui 44. 1,600 W of Power to Blow Anyone Away
The MAUI 44 column PA. The flagship of the range.
Fulltone Tested: Quality Above All
Pedals, pedals, pedals… phew! We have so many options these days; just walk into your music store and look at the shelves packed with them. At times like this, you have to…
Focal Alpha 65: Home Studio Monitors for Beginners?
I usually start my articles with a short rundown of the brand in question, and this one is no exception. Focal is a French company founded in 1980 by Jacques Mahul in…
Fernandes Monterey Pro and Its Sustainer
A new encounter with Fernandes, guitars I had already had the chance to hear in rehearsal rooms and on the test bench, through the "Vertigo" model. Today I have in my hands the…
Venue S3L-X: Flexibility for Live Sound and the Portable Studio
For some years now, and for obvious reasons, the size of the average gig has shrunk noticeably. At the same time, new needs have emerged, and the “I do it all, or almost all…
Steinberg UR44 Interface: Compact and Latency-Free
This unit seeks, and achieves, a good balance between flexible connectivity and portability, giving users freedom of movement in the studio, on stage, in iPad applications, mobile…
Alhambra A4 Cutaway in Flamed Maple
In this issue, where we cover new guitars through our usual test benches, we come across a new jewel from the Alhambra organization. The word jewel isn't an undeserved literary…
Gibson EB 5-String Bass: The Elegance of Simplicity
Body: Solid ash Neck: Maple Fretboard: Rosewood Tuners: Grover Bridge: Babicz full-contact Pickups: Case: Included Approximate price: €1,100 Distributor: Gibson
The Fender Jazz Bass Across 3 Eras: 60th Anniversary
Musical instruments have evolved according to the tastes of each era and the genius of those who successfully redesigned them. History has recorded true masters who were able to…
RME Fireface 802: The Replacement for the 800
Fireface 802 is RME's new high-end FireWire/USB audio interface and the evolution of the Fireface 800. For the past 10 years the Fireface 800 has been one of the leading…
Shure SE846 In-Ear Headphones: Bass That Opens the Door to Incomparable Sound
The SE846 features 4 MicroDrivers in a 3-way system configuration, for dedicated distribution of low, mid and high frequencies. These innovative earphones also feature a…
Palmer FAB 5: A Carefully Crafted, Warm Tube Combo
The Palmer brand has a comfortable place among guitarists. Although it is still better known for its specialized direct boxes and speaker simulators for guitarists, surely its…
DW Collector's Series Drums: A Classic
Historically, in the world of drums, as with many other instruments, certain companies, or simply certain models, have become must-haves on the market for a variety of reasons…
On Electric Guitars and Amps
Since the electric guitar went on the market in the 1950s, there has been a great variety of possibilities and, today, there is also a series of patterns, both sonic and…
Self-Esteem and Learning: How to Develop Them Properly
The training of a professional musician involves developing a range of musical skills and knowledge. For some time now, various countries have been adding to the usual curriculum…