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Nitro vs Poly. Which is better? In the guitar world, the finish debate continues. Guitar Bomb looks at the Pros and Cons of each
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Tune Up Your Guitar: A DIY Guide to Truss Rod and Intonation
Fix Your Guitar, Fast! Learn how to adjust your guitar’s truss rod and intonation to eliminate buzzing and improve playability.
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The Damned Legend Brian James’ ‘New Rose’ Gibson SG Fetches Over $95,000 at Auction
Brian James’ legendary 1964 Gibson SG, used to record the first UK punk single “New Rose,” has sold for over $95,000. See why this piece of The Damned history crushed auction estimates.
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Supercool Pedals Shakes Up Tone with the All-New SPRITZ! Saturator
Supercool Pedals’ SPRITZ! Saturator blends classic compression with JFET tube saturation. A refreshing, Canadian-made “tone cocktail” for guitar and bass.
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VONGON Rosetones: The 12-Voice String Synth Pedal That Turns Your Guitar into a Harmonic Masterpiece
Transform your sound with the VONGON Rosetones, a handmade 12-voice resonator pedal that turns any instrument into a lush, ethereal string synth.
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Neural DSP Darkglass Ultimate: The Definitive Bass Plugin Is Here (And It’s a Free Update)
Neural DSP launches Darkglass Ultimate, expanding the Ultra plugin with a full signal chain, effects, and cabs. A free update for existing users—grab the sale now!
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Spurr Audio OSCIX VSM: A New Frontier in Analog-Inspired Modulation
Experience the OSCIX VSM from Spurr Audio: A sonic tribute to 90s telecommunications featuring 8 waveforms, lush reverb, and vintage lo-fi analog textures.
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Solar Guitars Unveils the Striking AP1.6HPNG in Pink Neon Gloss
Rock the stage with the Solar AP1.6HPNG in Pink Neon Gloss. Featuring Duncan Solar pickups and a USA Hipshot bridge, it’s built for elite precision and professional performance.
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Fender Japan MIJ Hybrid II 2026 Collection: Modern Performance Meets “Love at First Sight” Aesthetics
Explore the Fender MIJ Hybrid II 2026 Collection. Featuring killer matte finishes, black nickel hardware, and modern specs for the Strat, Tele, and Jazzmaster.
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Warm Audio WA-RA Reamper: The All-in-One Hub for Silent Tube Amps and Studio Integration
Record cranked tube amps silently with the Warm Audio WA-RA Reamper. This $499 all-analog hub features a 50W power soak and CineMag transformers for pro-grade re-amping
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The “Big Time” Has Arrived: Chase Bliss and EAE Unveil the Ultimate 80s-Inspired Delay
Chase Bliss and EAE unveil the Big Time: a motorized, 80s-inspired stereo delay. Discover the sound, the specs, and the story behind the ultimate Automatone.
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MXR and EVH Unleash the Beast: The New Modern High Gain Distortion Pedal – Out Now!
Unleash the “Channel 3” power of the 5150III with the MXR EVH Modern High Gain Pedal. Featuring a built-in noise gate and boost, it’s the ultimate high-gain distortion for your rig.
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Fender Debuts the Brian Fallon ’59 Telecaster Custom: A $6,850 “Hammer” for the Blue-Collar Soul
Fender’s Brian Fallon ’59 Telecaster Custom is a $6,850 “hammer” for the blue-collar soul. Explore the specs and story behind this elite Custom Shop workhorse.
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Get the Legendary British Chime: Tsakalis Audioworks Launches the AC Master Overdrive & Boost
Capture the iconic Brian May and Rory Gallagher tone with the Tsakalis Audioworks AC Master. A 2-in-1 pedal featuring Vox-style overdrive and Range Master boost.
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Harley Benton Fusion-IV: The New King of Mid-Range Superstrats?
Is the Harley Benton Fusion-IV the ultimate upgrade? Discover the specs, sounds, and 41 new models in this deep dive into the latest generation of Pro Series guitars.
Effects Pedals
Crazy Tube Circuits Unveils Triptychon: The Ultimate All-Analog 3-Part Gain System
Crazy Tube Circuits announces Triptychon, an all-analog 3-part gain system featuring 4-voice fuzz, treble boost, and amp-drive in one pedal. Learn more about this vintage-inspired powerhouse.
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Harley Benton Goes Dark: New JA-Baritone HH BK Debuts with High-Output Humbuckers
Harley Benton’s JA-Baritone HH BK delivers crushing low-end with twin humbuckers and a 30-inch scale. The ultimate stealthy, budget-friendly baritone machine.
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The Big Muff 2 “Tone Wicker” is now Officially Here!
UPDATE It’s now official! New EHX Big Muff 2 Tone Wicker released. The dual op-amp family is expanding fast in 2026!
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Solar Guitars Unveils the Type AP1.6FRGNG Sustainiac+: Neon Green Style Meets Infinite Sustain
Elevate your metal tone with the new Solar AP1.6FRGNG. Experience the Sustainiac Stealth Pro system and Alnico VIII pickups in a bold Neon Green Gloss.
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Way Huge Unveils Limited Edition Swollen Pickle XXX: A 30th Anniversary Fuzz Masterclass
Celebrate 30 years of grit with the Way Huge Swollen Pickle XXX. This limited edition fuzz features high-gain transistors and an overhauled tone stack for ultimate sonic mayhem.
How To
Guitar Pickups: The Definitive Guide for Beginners
Learn everything about guitar pickups, from single coils to humbuckers, active vs. passive, magnets, wiring, and more. Find the perfect pickups to craft your ideal tone.
Effects Pedals
Walrus Audio Unveils Highpoint: A Studio-Grade Analog Optical Compressor for Your Pedalboard
Walrus Audio expands its Monarch Series with the Highpoint Analog Optical Compressor. Discover studio-grade features, parallel compression, and internal high-headroom tech in our full breakdown
Effects Pedals
The Ultimate Klon Clone Buyer’s Guide
Find the best Klon clone for your rig. Our ultimate guide compares top “Klone” pedals like the Wampler Tumnus, Archer, and EHX Soul Food for legendary transparent overdrive.
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Jackson and Blizzard Unleash Limited Edition Diablo IV Mephisto Kelly Guitar
Unleash hell with the Jackson X Series Diablo Kelly HT. A limited-edition collab with Blizzard featuring Mephisto art and active pickups. Shop the darkness now.
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