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Review : An awesome blast from the past is back! The Ibanez Iceman
In this reiew, I look at the current iteration of the venerable and unique instrument known as the Ibanez Iceman.
It Deserves Loud - Review of the Jackson American Series Virtuoso
While I am no shredder or metal oriented player, this Jackson America Virtuoso is a blast to play, sounds terrific but as you will see in the review, likes a loud amp best
Act Fast Before It Goes! Awesome Used Kiesel Vader Bass
This review is based on this fabulous Kiesel Vader 4 String Bass available at The Arts Music Store in their used section. You can always order your own direct from Kiesel but this one is already her in Canada, until it is sod.
An Amazing Rock Machine - A Review of the Ibanez S521
The Ibanez S521 would be a great buy at $800. At $559 it’s a steal. Find out why!
Maple Back and Sides for Your Acoustic Guitar
In this article I explore why you might be missing something big if you do not consider maple as the wood for the sides and back of an acoustic guitar. it also became a serious plug for the Boucher PS-SG-612 because that guitar is so awesome.
Review : Epiphone Hummingbird 12 String
In this review I take a dive into the Epiphone “Inspired by Gibson” Hummingbird 12 string
Boucher Jumbo 12 String - The SG12-23-E
I recently wrote encouraging readers to think about the potential of an electric 12 string guitar. This time, I want to give you my impressions of a brand-new guitar, ordered last year, that I have just picked up. It is an acoustic 12 string from the amazing people at Boucher Guitars.
Yamaha Revstar Standard
This time I take a deep dive on the new for 2022 Yamaha Revstar Standard. What do I conclude? Read on…
Review : Gretsch G6119-ET Tennessee Rose
When it comes to hollow body guitars, it sure looks like Gretsch leads the market in options and levels of construction. The Tennessee Rose is from Gretsch’s Professional collection, in a series called Players Edition.
Supro Delta King 12
Can a small and simple Class A tube amplifier deliver the kind of tone you are seeking? Perhaps the Supro Delta King is what you need!
You Need a Hollow Body Electric Guitar
If you don’t play or own a hollow body guitar, now is the time to consider one
First Look : Fender Mustang Micro Amp
Can an all digital micro-amp actually sound good? You may be surprised!
Fender Stratocaster Ultra and PRS Silver Sky
Let’s compare two high end guitars and see what we learn
Getting a Great First Acoustic Guitar - That You’ll Want to Play - Fender CD60 Dreadnought Acoustic
Can you get a decent starter acoustic for around $300?
Getting a Great First Electric Guitar - That You’ll Want to Play - Squier Affinity Stratocaster
Can you get a decent starter electric for around $300?
Playoff - Taylor T5Z Pro vs Fender Acoustasonic Telecaster Cocobolo
Fight! Comparing two similar yet quite different electric acoustic hybrid instruments
Redone Review : Boss DD-200 Delay
Another look at the Boss DD-200. What did I miss the first time?
Your first gift to yourself for 2021
A professional setup could be the difference between a “m,eh” guitar and your go-to guitar