Author: Vlad
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NUX Stageman II (AC-60) Acoustic Amp: Features, Tone, and Why It Stands Out
The NUX Stageman II AC-60 is a compact acoustic amp for guitar and vocals, with two channels, effects, IRs, Bluetooth, looper and app control. In this review, I look at how it works for troubadour gigs, rehearsals and live acoustic setups.
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NUX Mighty Bass 50BT Review: Small Bass Combo for Practice and Gigs
The NUX Mighty Bass 50BT is a compact 50-watt bass combo with built-in effects, impulse response support, Bluetooth and enough volume for rehearsals and small gigs. In this review, I look at how it sounds, how easy it is to use, and whether it makes sense as a practical bass amp.
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A Unique Approach to Volume Control That Actually Works: Black Mountain Roller Volume Review
The Black Mountain Roller Volume is a unique volume pedal that uses a rolling foot control instead of a traditional rocker design. In this review, I look at how it feels, how it works for volume swells, and why it became the first volume pedal I genuinely enjoyed using.
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Harley Benton Amarok BT Review: Pro-Specced Baritone for Under 600€
The Harley Benton Amarok BT is a budget-friendly baritone guitar with a 27-inch scale, EMG Retro Active pickups, stainless steel frets and a neck-through body. In this review, I look at how it feels, how it handles low tunings, and whether it makes sense as a first baritone guitar for metal.
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5 Tiers of Guitar Care: Where Do You Rank?
Guitar care can be as simple as tuning and changing strings, or as advanced as fret leveling, rewiring and structural repairs. Here are five tiers of guitar maintenance skills to help you figure out where you rank.