With a history of nearly 20 years in the analog modeling world, you would figure Tech 21 to be a nearly household name among guitarists. Yet somehow the company has largely fallen between the cracks of the tube purists and digital devotees. The U.S.A made Tri-A.C. is one of a long line of Tech 21's ... [More]

  Math and physics constantly amaze me. I remember being in school daydreaming as the teacher would lecture topics which could have been in another language as far as I cared. My friends and I rolled our eyes repeating the mantra “we’ll never use this stuff in the real world!&rdquo... [More]

After reviewing the SX SST Ash P90 in our premier issue, I've been wanting to take a few other SX models for a test drive. I'm not a huge fan of tremolo bridges, so when I saw the SX SST57 Stop Tail model I was very intrigued… Upon arrival, I immediately began looking for the tell tale signs ... [More]

I remember logging on to the internet for the first time. In the early 90’s, it was still innocent and full of potential. I felt the internet would be the world’s interactive encyclopedia; a bastion of free information for all who sought it breaking down the elite protectionist walls bet... [More]

We are a consumption-based society which historically has used resources without a plan to renew those them for the next generation. Generally, musicians as a group tend to be more sensitive to the struggles of the world often championing political and social causes for the greater good of society. ... [More]

Budget Chinese-made condenser microphones have invaded the home recording market, making it affordable for pretty much anyone to own one. However, picking one out can be difficult due to the large variety and lack of information and reviews. Audio Technica, a renowned name in recording, has delivere... [More]

Jay Turser was an early adopter of the bulk import/eBay resell business model. The company is known for offering quality instruments with fairly consistent quality standards at an affordable price. This review focuses on the Chinese made JT-LT-Custom-Dlx which is modeled on the Tele Deluxe concept f... [More]