By Introduction I think we can all agree that 335-style and semi-hollow guitars are simply incredible! They’re fun to play, always sound fantastic, and look stunning. However, due to their design, materials, and manufacturing processes, they tend to be quite expensive. And even if you manage to find an affordable option,
Digital vs Tube – Why Tube Guitar Amps are so much better
Introduction We recently put out an article about why you might want to get a digital amp over a tube amp. Well, in this article we are going to look at why you might want to get tube over digital! We are nothing if not fair here at Gigs and
10(ish) Questions with Buddy Blues! – let’s Discuss Touring, Gigging and Gear
Introduction We’re thrilled to bring you another incredible interview! Today, we’re chatting with the amazing Buddy Blues—an exceptional online guitarist who has toured with bands, played on stages worldwide, and runs a fantastic YouTube channel where he checks out and reviews amazing gear! We had the chance to sit down
Tube vs Digital – Why Digital might be the way to go!
Introduction You could argue this is one of the biggest debates in the guitar world: Digital vs. Tube—the great battle! As someone who regularly uses both types of amps, I feel I have a balanced perspective on the subject. That’s why I decided to put together this article to share
Boss IR-2 Review – It’s Better than both an amp AND Modellers!
Introduction We haven’t all got the luxury of being able to cart around massive 4X12’s or even a 1X12 combo. Sometimes the need is for a rig that is super small and super effective. This pedal might just be the answer! The Boss IR-2! A amp and cabinet simulator pedal
The 5 Best Guitar Apps Every Guitarist Should Have – What Apps should guitarists have installed?
Introduction Got a smartphone or tablet? Whether you have an iPhone or iPad, there are some fantastic apps available that are perfect for guitarists! To help you get the most out of your practice and play, we’ve put together a list of the best guitar apps. These apps vary widely
Top 5 Pedalboard Mistakes – What do people get wrong?
Introduction Building a pedalboard is incredibly fun! You get to assemble all the pieces and customize it to make it truly your own. However, there are a few common mistakes I often see beginners make. So, I’ve put together a quick guide of our top 5 pedalboard mistakes and show
Why I hate guitar gear that requires software! – I don’t want anymore apps!
Introduction Time for another rant post! (If you haven’t seen our last one, you can check it out here.) We’ve got something else bugging us, so we thought it was time for another rant article! This time, it’s about something I’m seeing more and more: guitar gear that requires software
Who needs a Modeller! – Want a lightweight rig? Have we got the solution!
Introduction I have played and gigged using tube amps, digital amps, modellers, and even a hybrid of each! My current setup consists of a tube amp, a handful of pedals, and a load box with a cab sim to run directly into the front of house, which I use with
Kemper’s New update – A step in the wrong Direction?
Introduction I wanted to talk about the new Kemper update they’ve recently released! Before we dive in, I should mention that I don’t own any Kemper products. However, I do own a lot of gear similar to what Kemper offers. So, I wanted to share my thoughts on this recent