20 Channels At Your Fingertips QSC TouchMix-16
Another manufacturer finally stepping out of the “Box” with a brand new mixer featuring touchpad faders and an array of inputs for all your mixing and recording needs. More
What’s Your Engl: Steve Morse Signature 100 E656
Another one of my favourite guitarists Steve Morse who besides his solo work has played with groups such as Deep Purple, Kansas, Dixie Dregs etc. has his own signature head amp from German manufacturer Engl.
Eddie Van Halen: Gear Goes Mainstream
Van Halen guitarist Eddie ushered in a whole new configuration of rock guitar. Utilized amps to suit his own sound. And never was his influence personified in one group till Fender corporation partnered with the veteran rocker to form EVH. The Wolfgang line of guitars and 5150 line of amplification is finally on solid ground.
SpiderCapo: Create Your Alternate Universe
Creative tunings are in your grasp with the SpiderCapo. This device not only allows you to alter tuning across the fretboard but it all allows you to choose individual strings at will.
The SpiderCapo can be used on a classical, electric, acoustic steel and nylon guitars. This capo is for beginners and geniuses alike.
Charvel Guitars: Still Rocking
In the late 80’s I had always wanted a Charvel bass but things didn’t go as planned. I did end up with a Jackson. Today they are no longer making basses just great sounding quality electric guitars. With an artist lineup including: Warren DeMartini, Jake E. Lee & Guthrie Govan Charvel remains a contender for any guitarist looking for great gear. If only they made basses.
King Of Rock And Roll: Fender Kingman
Made for Elvis Presley back in 1967 the Fender Kingman is a great sounding well made acoustic guitar which coincidentally made it’s big screen debut in the movie “Clambake.”
Iron Maiden’s Nicko McBrain’s Drum Kit & Cymbals
Nicko from one of my all time favourite metal band pioneers, Iron Maiden has made his mark in the music world. He now has his own maiden drumset as well as a slew of Power Slave cymbals from Paiste.
Mr. Scary Unleashes the Serpent: LTD Serpent 600
George Lynch former Dokken guitarist and a tremendous solo act in his own right has had a series of signature guitars from the ESP guitar company since the eighties is back with a new model. The LTD Serpent 600.
Ringo Gets His Due: Ludwig’s Fab 4 Kit
Unfortunately this reproduction of one of the most famous drum kits in the history of Rock & Roll has been discontinued but can still be admired. No doubt infused with the iconic sound of the Ludwig brand this simple 4-piece kit solidified Ringo’s place in Rock history.
Empress Effects: Pedals Pedals Pedals!!
The year, 2005 Steve Bragg fresh out of university for electrical engineering is asked by a friend to create a custom Tremolo pedal that he would later have no need for. Steve left with this creation sells it at a local music store and Empress Effects was born. Take that!
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