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Studio Devil amp modeling software
I’m working on a review of Studio Devil, but I’m impressed enough with the modeling that I wanted to let everyone know about it now. It’s very accurate and sounds great.
Fender Mustang Floor multi-effects unit
Mustang Floor features include nine footswitches and a solid aluminum treadle-style control pedal, intuitive Mustang III control panel and LCD window, 12 amp models, 37 effects, 100 onboard factory and user presets, “individual stompbox” mode in which amp models can be bypassed, headphone output and auxiliary input, dual XLR and dual 1/4-inch line outputs with level control (outputs can be programmed for optimal response with PA system, power amp or guitar amp), chromatic tuner, and easy USB connectivity for high-quality low-latency audio output and interface with free Fender FUSE application.

EverTune keeps your guitar in tune, and it works
For guitar players, keeping the guitar in tune during a performance was nearly impossible, until now. I stopped by the EverTune booth today at the NAMM show and really couldn’t believe what I was seeing. [...]
Yamaha introduces the THR compact guitar amp
THR is designed to fit where, when, and how you play when you’re not on stage. With big amp response, incredible effects, and hi-fi stereo sound in a package that’s built to meet all of your off-stage needs, you’re about to begin a new chapter in your playing.
They demoed this for me this morning and it had a great sound. I want one of these.
Guitar Apprentice
The “real” Guitar Apprentice takes hit guitar songs and breaks them down into 15 different levels of playing. From the very start, the user is playing great guitar songs with a full band, supplying only a chord or two at first. The user can then work on songs at any desired speed and when it is completed will be playing 100% of the song – including solos. At every level, Guitar Apprentice shows the user visually, exactly what and when to play at the pace he or she desires. Guitar Apprentice includes such iconic songs as “Hey Jude,” “Can’t Buy Me Love,” “Get Back,” “Sharp Dressed Man,” “You Really Got Me,” “Shine,” “Hit Me With Your Best Shot” and many others.
I suck at games like Guitar Hero because I’m always trying to play the real chords. I’m looking forward to trying this out at NAMM next week.
Charvel introduces the Desolation Series
Charvel is proud to announce the return of two classic body shapes, both in sleekly modern Desolation series form. New Desolation DST and DX guitars offer a variety of features and finishes prized by discerning players everywhere, and both deadly models deliver the devastating tone, killer looks and high-performance playability that separate the Desolation series from all others.
I have 16 guitars, but sadly not one of them are a Charvel. I’ve always wanted one of these.
Dave Mustaine Zero Angel Of Deth II guitar
I want this guitar.
∞ The best guitar straps
After playing guitar for 20 years, you come to appreciate having a great guitar strap. I’d played long enough with bad straps that cut into my shoulder or have uncomfortable adjustment fittings cutting into my back that I thought I’d … Continued
∞ My favorite Dean guitar
Those that have read my music posts, seen pictures or looked at my reviews, know that I use Gibson and Jackson guitars a lot. However, if I was going to get a Dean guitar, this would be it. Rust In Peace.
∞ Fender's Coldplay guitar giveaway
As part of the contest, one lucky contestant will win a Fender American Vintage series ’72 Telecaster Thinline guitar swathed in a vivid Mylo Xyloto-themed custom graphic finish by noted graffiti artist Paris. Fender ’72 Tele Thinline guitars have long … Continued
∞ Jimmy Page Blues lick guitar lesson
My friend Anthony Stauffer takes a break from Stevie Ray Vaughan to teach us a Blues lick from one of my favorite guitarists, Jimmy Page.
∞ My iPad guitar setup
People have asked for my iPad guitar setup, so I thought I’d post a few pictures of what I use. Many of the people that email me ask how I write songs on the iPad. The fact is, I don’t. … Continued
∞ MIDI guitar controllers
Toby Pitman for macProVideo.com: I’m a good example of a guitarist who is really into synths but finds triggering these sounds from the piano interface very frustrating as technically I’m just not good enough on the piano. As soon as … Continued
∞ Congrats on four years of StevieSnacks
My friend Anthony Stauffer is celebrating his fourth anniversary of running his blues-based guitar Web site, StevieSnacks.com. Stauffer is one of the best blues guitar teachers I’ve come across on the Internet. He delves into the legends like B.B. King, … Continued
∞ 14 guitarists that influenced me
I have very wide ranging musical tastes — from classical to heavy metal. Over the years, there have been many guitarists that have influenced my playing, some to the point that I wanted to know their secrets and be able … Continued
∞ Wampler SLO Distortion guitar pedal
A friend of mine turned me on to this today. From what I’ve read and watched in the movie on the site, I’m really impressed. I have to get my hands on one of these.
∞ Eddie Van Halen intros new 5150 III head and cab
Loaded with pure EVH sound and power, the EVH 5150 III 50-watt head is a smaller-sized version of its big brother, the mighty 5150 III head, with many of the same great features. Its smaller size and portability make it … Continued
∞ Godsmack's Sully Erna speaks out against feds in Gibson raid
The feds raided Gibson’s factory in late August confiscating several pallets of wood, electronic files and guitars. The feds executed search warrants for ebony and rosewood that were imported from India — the government says Gibson violated the Lacey Act, … Continued
∞ AmpKit 1.2 video
Amazing the sounds you can get out of an iPad with AmpKit.
∞ Line 6 unveils Mobile POD, Mobile In Adapter for iPhone and iPad
Building on the POD brand, Line 6 on Monday unveiled the Mobile POD app for iPhone and iPad, and the Mobile In Adapter that lets you plug your guitar into Apple’s devices. The Mobile POD app will be a free … Continued
∞ Fender commemorates 9/11 with a trio of custom Strats
Nice.
∞ The sounds of AmpKit
[audio src="http://cdn.loopinsight.com/wp-content/uploads/ampkit.mp3"] Agile Partners released a major new version of its amp and effects modeling software for iPhone and iPad on Wednesday. As a long time owner of the app, I downloaded AmpKit 1.2 and checked it out. Clearly, being … Continued
∞ Ultimate Guitar updates iPhone apps
Ultimate Guitar has long been my favorite tablature Web sites and I also downloaded the tab app as soon as it become available. There is an update for one of the company’s apps with another on the way. Ultimate Guitar … Continued
∞ Jerry's Lefty Guitars
Very interesting story. Jerry is right handed and played guitar that way until he lost a finger. To continue playing playing he had to switch to being a lefty and then opened the store.
∞ AmpKit 1.2 for iOS includes 'massive tone improvements'
Agile Partners on Tuesday released one of the biggest updates to an iOS app that I’ve seen. AmpiKit 1.2 made big changes under the hood, as well as adding many new features for guitarists using the iPad and iPhone. Perhaps … Continued
∞ New Jackson guitars
I love Jackson guitars. I currently own two Dinky models, one with EMG pickups and the other with Seymour Duncans. Jacksons have a really flat neck, which seems to suit me for playing metal. The company released 12 new models … Continued
∞ Speaking of learning guitar, check out Anthony Stauffer
Anthony Stauffer: I first found Anthony Stauffer on YouTube a few years ago and loved his playing. He’s a blues player that teaches guitarists in all kinds of styles, including one of the best guitar players to ever pick up … Continued
∞ GuitarApprentice.com opens on Tuesday
GuitarApprentice.com GuitarApprentice.com is a video system that takes the guitar part of hit songs and breaks them into easy portions on multiple levels so that they are as painless and fun to learn as a video game. On the lowest … Continued
∞ Feds raid Gibson Guitar factory
WSJ: Federal agents swooped in on Gibson Guitar Wednesday, raiding factories and offices in Memphis and Nashville, seizing several pallets of wood, electronic files and guitars. The Feds are keeping mum, but in a statement yesterday Gibson’s chairman and CEO, … Continued