“While sound quality was once something that held modelers back, it is now a big reason to buy”: Five reasons you’re better off with an amp modeler than a tube amp
An amp modeler is a digital device that replicates the tones of an amplifier through a process called modeling. Modeling involves designing a sound digitally from scratch to…
Amp guru Dave Friedman on why he’s not ready to hop off the tube train
The amp guru looks back on a career of modding Marshalls, building rigs for Eddie Van Halen, and developing his most simple product ever – and looks forward…
Marshall unveils factory modded takes on the 1959 Plexi and JCM800 –tipping its cap to the amp wizards of rock’s golden era
Marshall has announced the arrival of its first commercially available factory-modded tube amps, the 1959 Modified and JCM800 Modified. We knew some form of modified amp was on…
Marshall makes a big play for the amp-in-a-box market with new pedal versions of its best-loved amps
Blending classic Marshall tones with “modern convenience,” the Overdrive Series pedals represent a bold new era for the legendary British firm …
The AmpRx Brownie can tweak your amp’s voltage for maximum tone – and it could be your key to finally unlocking Eddie Van Halen’s coveted ‘Brown Sound’
Compact tube amp accessory lets players carefully select their desired voltage, promising both tonal and functional results in the process …
NAMM 2025: AmpRx launches Brownie, a “voltage optimising” power supply for tube amps
Could this be your tube amp’s secret weapon? AmpRxs latest allows you to control the voltage your tube amp is getting, promising consistent sound and enhancing its longevity…
Celestion’s ear-saving Peacekeeper speaker lets you dial in the “sweet spot” of a driven amp at modest volumes
Speaker manufacturer Celestion has released the Peacekeeper, a new loudspeaker designed to let players find their amp’s “sweet spot” at lower volumes. Tube amps shine brightest when pushed…
Bad Cat marks the return of amp design guru Mark Sampson with the Era 30
The legendary designer is famed for founding Matchless and his early Bad Cat builds –now he’s returned to the boutique firm after 20 years …
Yamaha set to launch new $50 million music tech investment fund
The renowned instrument maker is set to invest in startups across music and tech as part of the Yamaha Music Innovations fund …
This Yamaha soundbar packs big audio into a petite package
Yamaha’s SR-C20A Compact Sound Bar is a great solution to all of the above. It produces impressive sound, and it can sync up with a wide range with…