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Guitar Technology

Whilst many people still think of SOUND ON SOUND as only covering synthesizers, keyboards and computer software, regular readers over the past 38 years will know that we include frequent coverage of a heck of a lot of Guitar Technology products — including Guitar Amp Modellers, Guitar Pedals, Guitar Combos, Speakers, Pickups, Guitar Accessories plus Guitar-related Techniques workshops on how to mike-up a guitar cab, and such-like.

You will find all of these gathered below and on subsequent screen pages. Use the sidebar Filters and grey buttons above to find the content you are most interested in.

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    Electro-Harmonix Synth 9

    Guitar Effects Pedal

    This stompbox aims to put the sound of classic analogue synths at guitarists’ feet.

    Reviews Jun 2017
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    Creative Tunings SpiderCapo

    Universal Guitar Capo

    Innovation in music technology doesn’t have to be digital, or even electronic. This partial guitar capo lets you choose whether to capo each string. Its makers claim that this provides near-instant access to over 900 alternate tunings...

    Reviews Apr 2017
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    Fishman Fluence Greg Koch Gristel-Tone

    Noise-cancelling Electric Guitar Pickups

    Boasting a novel construction method using traces printed on stacked circuit boards in place of traditionally wound coils, Fluence offers active circuitry, hum cancellation, a choice of two distinct voices and — most surprising of all — convincingly traditional sounds. We explore their newest addition.

    Reviews Oct 2016
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    Two Notes Torpedo Reload

    DI, Re-amp, Attenuator & Power Soak

    Could the Two Notes Reload be the last word in studio guitar amplification?

    Reviews Sep 2016
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    Gizmotron 2.0

    Electro-mechanical Guitar Bow

    The curious Gizmo polyphonic guitar sustainer is reborn. Can this new version succeed where the original failed?

    Reviews Aug 2016
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    Mojotone Quiet Coil

    Noiseless Guitar Pickups

    Unlike the majority of noiseless single-coil designs, Quet Coil utilises side-by-side coils, rather than the commonly favoured stacked-coil configuration.

    Reviews Jul 2016
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    IK Multimedia iRig Acoustic

    Acoustic Guitar Mobile Microphone/Interface

    In a box in the attic, I have a big acoustic-guitar pickup that never gets used. Apart from sounding a bit brittle, it blocks most of the sound hole when installed, thereby compromising the acoustic properties of my guitars. iRig Acoustic does the same job, but takes a very different approach...

    Reviews Jun 2016
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    Atomic Amps Amplifire

    Guitar Amp Modelling Pedal

    The Amplifire promises great sound, plentiful options, ease of use — and the ability to load your own cabinet impulse responses.

    Reviews Apr 2016
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    Nemphasis Oktopus Plus

    Pedalboard Power Supply

    My pedalboard seems to be in a permanent state of being rebuilt, and this time around I decided I needed a better power supply...

    Reviews Apr 2016
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    Schertler David & Jam

    Acoustic Instrument Amplifiers

    Schertler are no strangers to the art of amplifying stringed instruments, and their latest designs don’t disappoint.

    Reviews Apr 2016
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    Finhol Classic Overdrive

    Guitar Effects Pedal

    Designed and built in Germany, and paying tribute to the Tube Screamer sound...

    Reviews Feb 2016
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    Finhol Auto Stomp Player

    Foot-controlled Rhythm Generator

    Need a drum accompaniment at the flick of a switch (and the tap of a foot)? Then look no further than this crafty device!

    Reviews Feb 2016
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    Laney IRT Pulse

    USB Valve Guitar Preamplifier

    Laney’s versatile Ironheart amps are impressive, but can you really get the same sound from a stomp box?

    Reviews Feb 2016
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    Laney L5 Studio Head

    Guitar Amplifier & USB Audio Interface

    Designed primarily for studio home practise or even small gigs, the Laney L5 Studio Head is an extremely elegant amp.

    Reviews Feb 2016
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    Mackie FreePlay

    Portable PA System

    Need a go–anywhere sound system for busking, small gigs or simply listening to music on the move? Look no further!

    Reviews Jan 2016
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    Radial Bassbone OD

    Overdrive, EQ & DI Box For Bass Guitar

    Is this the ultimate Swiss Army knife for bassists?

    Reviews Jan 2016
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    Hamstead Soundworks Artist 20+RT

    Valve Guitar Amplifier

    Peter Hamstead doesn’t play guitar but his unique background and no-compromise approach have led to the creation of a unique and wonderful amp...

    Reviews Nov 2015
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    Roland Cube Street EX

    Battery-powered Amplifier

    Portability and versatility inevitably mean trade-offs. Have Roland got the balance right?

    Reviews Nov 2015
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    633 Engineering Onyx+

    Valve Guitar Amplifier

    Configurable to your tastes, this handmade guitar amp caters both to studio and stage use.

    Reviews Oct 2015
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    Blackstar ID:Core BEAM

    20W Stereo Amplifier & Audio Interface

    Can an amp like this be all things to all people? Blackstar have tried very hard to make it so!

    Reviews Oct 2015
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    Boss SY-300

    Polyphonic Guitar Synthesizer

    Finally, a truly polyphonic guitar synth that you can use with any standard electric guitar — with no need for a hex pickup!

    Reviews Oct 2015

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