Ricardo Sanchís Flamenco Extra: Research and Fine Craftsmanship
From my perspective as a guitarist, building a musical instrument has two complementary aspects: one purely technical—we could even say scientific; the other has to do with…
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Gear Tests.
Peavey Classic 30: Very Warm Vintage Sound
The Classic 30 is a member of Peavey's family of tube amplifiers. It uses the same preamp design as the “Classic 50” model, with the addition of a boost switch borrowed from…
Hughes & Kettner Warp T. A Nu-Metal Arsenal!
This is the dream of any hard-hitting guitarist who's fed up with the band's drummer drowning him out when he unleashes his artillery in the form of "drums." With the Warp T, even…
George Tube Amps: Boutique Amps Built Your Way
A Spanish “boutique” amp built to the customer’s taste. All George amplifiers are assembled by hand using point-to-point wiring. The electronic materials are very high quality…
Fernandes Retrorocket X: Attractive Pricing
Several Fernandes guitar models have passed through my hands, and although this one is simpler in terms of electronics, since it doesn't come with the famous "sustainer," I dare…
Behringer V-Tone GMX 212: Analog Modeling
Everyone knows about this company's efforts to offer competitive products at truly eye-catching prices. From our experience with Behringer, we know that, as a general rule, its…
Gibson Les Paul Faded Double Cutaway
Since Fender was enjoying great success with its solid-body electric guitars in the early '50s, Gibson decided to venture into new concepts in collaboration with Lester William…
Prudencio Sáez Stage Model: Natural Sound
What better place of origin than Spain for getting a nylon-string guitar? There's no doubt about it. This guitar maker is based in Valencia, Spain. Its handmade instrument…
Alhambra Jumbo 2 with Cutaway
Text: Carles Páez Introduction We have already tested acoustic Alhambra guitars before. The initial impressions are similar: an especially well-crafted and well-made instrument…
Jackson JS30 RR: Aggressive and Affordable
IntroductionWe have talked about Jackson guitars on other occasions. Looking back at their origins, we recall the credit due to Grover Jackson’s company for its 1980 invention of…
Italia Guitars Maranello: Outstanding Value for the Price
This is one of those guitars that makes writing up a test easy for me. Some instruments, when they land in my hands, tell me nothing, regardless of whether they’re better or worse…
Floyd Rose Redmond Model I: Outstanding
A revolutionary Speedloader tremolo: change your strings faster than you ever dreamed! I'm impressed by the power of this guitar. Admittedly, the price is for well-off musicians…
Parker PM20: A Fresh New Design
We already knew these guitars since, besides a personal, innovative design shown in its Fly model, we know they make good impressions among guitarists. Just a few days ago, I was…
Mesa/Boogie Nomad 45: The Thunder Box
According to its slogan, this Californian company claims that the spirit of art is embodied in its products' technology, in this case a guitar amplifier. Is that true, or is it…
Gallien-Krueger 700RB/115: A Luxury Combo
We bass players bear a "punishment" in the necessary use of stage amplifiers to make our instruments sound their best: generally, the sheer bulk and weight of the gear we have to…
Crate GTX212: 120 W Packed with Effects
Everything a guitarist needs. From the cleanest to the most aggressive sounds, with a powerful digital effects processor and 120 W driving two 12-inch, 8-ohm Crate Custom Design…
Genz Benz IVAC65-112: Versatile and Rugged
Genz Benz. Unknown to me until now, although years ago I did try the famous Tube Works distortion pedals, which apparently turn out to be the same brand. Specifically, the model I…