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  • Guitar
    • All Amps & Effects Buyer’s Guides Guitar Buyer’s Guides Guitar Price Drops/Rebates Guitar Reviews Guitar Tips & Tricks Guitar Videos
      Looper Pedals: Everything You Need To Know

      Looper Pedals: Everything You Need To Know

      April 18, 2018

      D’Addario NYXL Strings: Everything You Need to Know

      D’Addario NYXL Strings: Everything You Need to Know

      February 9, 2018

      D’Addario Nickel Bronze Strings: Everything You Need to Know

      D’Addario Nickel Bronze Strings: Everything You Need to Know

      February 9, 2018

      Corona Aphrodite: Everything You Need to Know

      Corona Aphrodite: Everything You Need to Know

      January 29, 2018


      Looper Pedals: Everything You Need To Know

      Looper Pedals: Everything You Need To Know

      April 18, 2018

      EarthQuaker Devices Westwood: Everything You Need to Know

      EarthQuaker Devices Westwood: Everything You Need to Know

      January 11, 2018

      Keeley Caverns V2: Everything You Need to Know

      Keeley Caverns V2: Everything You Need to Know

      August 25, 2017

      EarthQuaker Devices Data Corrupter: Everything You Need to Know

      EarthQuaker Devices Data Corrupter: Everything You Need to Know

      August 24, 2017


      D’Addario NYXL Strings: Everything You Need to Know

      D’Addario NYXL Strings: Everything You Need to Know

      February 9, 2018

      D’Addario Nickel Bronze Strings: Everything You Need to Know

      D’Addario Nickel Bronze Strings: Everything You Need to Know

      February 9, 2018

      Corona Aphrodite: Everything You Need to Know

      Corona Aphrodite: Everything You Need to Know

      January 29, 2018

      EarthQuaker Devices Westwood: Everything You Need to Know

      EarthQuaker Devices Westwood: Everything You Need to Know

      January 11, 2018


      Lag Guitars Arkane Series A66 Electric Guitar

      Lag Guitars Arkane Series A66 Electric Guitar

      August 7, 2015

      Lag Guitars Arkane Series A100BLK Electric Guitar

      Lag Guitars Arkane Series A100BLK Electric Guitar

      August 7, 2015

      Amazing Deal: Fender Select Port Orford Stratocaster alt=

      Amazing Deal: Fender Select Port Orford Stratocaster $1,399.99

      March 23, 2015

      Super Deal! Breedlove Stage Black Magic Concert 9!

      Super Deal! Breedlove Stage Black Magic Concert $599!

      October 15, 2014


      Martin Guitars: Expert Picks

      Martin Guitars: Expert Picks

      November 27, 2017

      DigiTech FreqOut Natural Feedback Creator: Everything You Need to Know

      DigiTech FreqOut Natural Feedback Creator: Everything You Need to Know

      August 23, 2017

      EarthQuaker Devices Eruptor Classic Fuzz: Everything You Need to Know

      EarthQuaker Devices Eruptor Classic Fuzz: Everything You Need to Know

      August 21, 2017

      Ernie Ball Paradigm Strings: Everything You Need to Know

      Ernie Ball Paradigm Strings: Everything You Need to Know

      March 31, 2017


      DigiTech FreqOut Natural Feedback Creator: Everything You Need to Know

      DigiTech FreqOut Natural Feedback Creator: Everything You Need to Know

      August 23, 2017

      Flamenco Guitar Vs Classical Guitar

      Flamenco Guitar Vs Classical Guitar

      May 16, 2017

      Double Locking Tremolo System: Everything You Need to Know

      Double Locking Tremolo System: Everything You Need to Know

      May 16, 2017

      Basic Soldering Guide For Musicians

      Basic Soldering Guide For Musicians

      May 11, 2017


      D’Addario Nickel Bronze Strings: Everything You Need to Know

      D’Addario Nickel Bronze Strings: Everything You Need to Know

      February 9, 2018

      Corona Aphrodite: Everything You Need to Know

      Corona Aphrodite: Everything You Need to Know

      January 29, 2018

      EarthQuaker Devices Westwood: Everything You Need to Know

      EarthQuaker Devices Westwood: Everything You Need to Know

      January 11, 2018

      Yamaha REVSTAR Guitars: Everything You Need to Know

      Yamaha REVSTAR Guitars: Everything You Need to Know

      October 4, 2017


  • Bass
    • All Bass Guitar Buyer’s Guides Bass Price Drops/Rebates Bass Videos
      Yamaha BB Basses: Everything You Need to Know

      Yamaha BB Basses: Everything You Need to Know

      March 27, 2018

      The NAMM Show Recap

      The NAMM Show Recap

      February 3, 2017

      The Fender Flea Signature Jazz Bass

      The Fender Flea Signature Jazz Bass

      July 11, 2016

      Hot Winter Samson & Hartke Rebates

      Hot Winter Samson & Hartke Rebates

      February 12, 2016


      Yamaha BB Basses: Everything You Need to Know

      Yamaha BB Basses: Everything You Need to Know

      March 27, 2018

      Choosing the best Bass Amp

      Choosing the best Bass Amp

      January 26, 2016

      Sam Ash Roundup: Bass Combo Amps Under 0

      Sam Ash Roundup: Bass Combo Amps Under $400

      April 4, 2015


      Price Drop: Fender Modern Player Jazz Bass 9.99

      Price Drop: Fender Modern Player Jazz Bass $399.99

      September 24, 2014

      Hartke HD50 Bass Combo Amps just 9.99 after  mail-in rebate until Aug 31st!

      Hartke HD50 Bass Combo Amps just $179.99 after $20 mail-in rebate until Aug 31st!

      July 15, 2014


      Yamaha BB Basses: Everything You Need to Know

      Yamaha BB Basses: Everything You Need to Know

      March 27, 2018

      Victor Wooten Introduces the new Hartke Kickback KB12

      Victor Wooten Introduces the new Hartke Kickback KB12

      January 21, 2016

      Peavey MAX 126 Combo Bass Amp

      Peavey MAX 126 Combo Bass Amp

      May 23, 2014

      Ampeg Portaflex Series – NAMM 2014

      Ampeg Portaflex Series – NAMM 2014

      February 2, 2014


  • Drums
    • All Drum Reviews Drum Videos Drumming Buyer’s Guides Drumming Tips & Tricks Drums & Percussion Price Drops/Rebates
      Roland Electronic Drum Buyers Guide

      Roland Electronic Drum Buyers Guide

      August 14, 2017

      Roland EC-10M: Everything You Need to Know

      Roland EC-10M: Everything You Need to Know

      May 24, 2017

      Arturia DrumBrute: Everything You Need to Know

      Arturia DrumBrute: Everything You Need to Know

      March 10, 2017

      The NAMM Show Recap

      The NAMM Show Recap

      February 3, 2017


      Roland Electronic Drum Buyers Guide

      Roland Electronic Drum Buyers Guide

      August 14, 2017


      Roland EC-10M: Everything You Need to Know

      Roland EC-10M: Everything You Need to Know

      May 24, 2017

      Arturia DrumBrute: Everything You Need to Know

      Arturia DrumBrute: Everything You Need to Know

      March 10, 2017

      Carlsbro 9-Piece Electronic Drum Kit

      Carlsbro 9-Piece Electronic Drum Kit

      October 12, 2015

      Pearl Inner Circle Multi-Drum Cajon

      Pearl Inner Circle Multi-Drum Cajon

      June 16, 2014


      Roland Electronic Drum Buyers Guide

      Roland Electronic Drum Buyers Guide

      August 14, 2017

      Roland EC-10M: Everything You Need to Know

      Roland EC-10M: Everything You Need to Know

      May 24, 2017

      Arturia DrumBrute: Everything You Need to Know

      Arturia DrumBrute: Everything You Need to Know

      March 10, 2017

      How To Select a Snare Drum

      How To Select a Snare Drum

      December 29, 2016


      How to Choose Your Drumsticks

      How to Choose Your Drumsticks

      August 9, 2016

      Choosing The Right Snare Drum Head

      Choosing The Right Snare Drum Head

      January 28, 2016

      How To Tune Your Drums

      How To Tune Your Drums

      January 28, 2016

      I Want You To Practice – Everyday!

      I Want You To Practice – Everyday!

      January 28, 2016


      Roland TD-15K-S just 99 after mail-in rebate

      Roland TD-15K-S just $1899 after mail-in rebate

      August 4, 2014

      Pearl Masters MCX in gorgeous Navy Blue Sparkle. Only 30 kits made in this color! Now 0 off

      Pearl Masters MCX in gorgeous Navy Blue Sparkle. Only 30 kits made in this color! Now $350 off

      July 9, 2014

      Sabian Limited Edition Chad Smith 19” Holy China reduced from 9 to 9!

      Sabian Limited Edition Chad Smith 19” Holy China reduced from $359 to $249!

      July 7, 2014


  • Keyboard
    • All Keyboard & Controller Price Drops/Rebates Keyboard Buyer’s Guides Keyboard Reviews Keyboard Videos
      Yamaha MX88 Synthesizer: Everything You Need to Know

      Yamaha MX88 Synthesizer: Everything You Need to Know

      April 5, 2018

      Medeli MC37A Portable Keyboard: Quick Look

      Medeli MC37A Portable Keyboard: Quick Look

      April 4, 2018

      Yamaha MX Synthesizers: Everything You Need to Know

      Yamaha MX Synthesizers: Everything You Need to Know

      October 24, 2017

      GEWA Digital Pianos: Everything You Need to Know

      GEWA Digital Pianos: Everything You Need to Know

      September 15, 2017


      Casio Privia Digital Pianos: Everything You Need to Know

      Casio Privia Digital Pianos: Everything You Need to Know

      July 11, 2017

      Korg Instant Rebates!

      Korg Instant Rebates!

      October 1, 2014

      0 Rebate on Roland RD-64 Digital Piano

      $100 Rebate on Roland RD-64 Digital Piano

      September 5, 2014

      40th Anniversary White Limited Edition Yamaha MOTIF XF

      August 13, 2014


      Yamaha MX Synthesizers: Everything You Need to Know

      Yamaha MX Synthesizers: Everything You Need to Know

      October 24, 2017

      GEWA Digital Pianos: Everything You Need to Know

      GEWA Digital Pianos: Everything You Need to Know

      September 15, 2017

      Casio CTK Keyboards: Everything You Need to Know

      Casio CTK Keyboards: Everything You Need to Know

      July 11, 2017

      Casio Privia Digital Pianos: Everything You Need to Know

      Casio Privia Digital Pianos: Everything You Need to Know

      July 11, 2017


      Yamaha MX88 Synthesizer: Everything You Need to Know

      Yamaha MX88 Synthesizer: Everything You Need to Know

      April 5, 2018

      Medeli MC37A Portable Keyboard: Quick Look

      Medeli MC37A Portable Keyboard: Quick Look

      April 4, 2018

      Yamaha MX Synthesizers: Everything You Need to Know

      Yamaha MX Synthesizers: Everything You Need to Know

      October 24, 2017

      What You Need To Know: Korg Electribe Series

      What You Need To Know: Korg Electribe Series

      August 10, 2016


      Medeli MC37A Portable Keyboard: Quick Look

      Medeli MC37A Portable Keyboard: Quick Look

      April 4, 2018

      Yamaha MX Synthesizers: Everything You Need to Know

      Yamaha MX Synthesizers: Everything You Need to Know

      October 24, 2017

      Casio CTK Keyboards: Everything You Need to Know

      Casio CTK Keyboards: Everything You Need to Know

      July 11, 2017

      Casio Privia Digital Pianos: Everything You Need to Know

      Casio Privia Digital Pianos: Everything You Need to Know

      July 11, 2017


  • Live Sound
    • All Live Sound & Microphones Price Drops/Rebates Live Sound Buyer’s Guides Live Sound Reviews Live Sound Tips & Tricks Live Sound Videos
      Jamie Kent: Artist Interview

      Jamie Kent: Artist Interview

      October 24, 2017

      QSC K.2 Active Loudspeakers: Everything You Need to Know

      QSC K.2 Active Loudspeakers: Everything You Need to Know

      September 14, 2017

      Bluetooth Loudspeakers For Summer

      Bluetooth Loudspeakers For Summer

      May 19, 2017

      Yamaha TF-Series Mixers: Everything You Need to Know

      Yamaha TF-Series Mixers: Everything You Need to Know

      May 4, 2017


      Save  instantly on the Line 6 Relay G50 Wireless Guitar System. Now just 9!

      Save $50 instantly on the Line 6 Relay G50 Wireless Guitar System. Now just $349!

      August 1, 2014


      QSC K.2 Active Loudspeakers: Everything You Need to Know

      QSC K.2 Active Loudspeakers: Everything You Need to Know

      September 14, 2017

      Bluetooth Loudspeakers For Summer

      Bluetooth Loudspeakers For Summer

      May 19, 2017

      Yamaha TF-Series Mixers: Everything You Need to Know

      Yamaha TF-Series Mixers: Everything You Need to Know

      May 4, 2017

      Samson Wireless For Houses Of Worship

      Samson Wireless For Houses Of Worship

      April 4, 2017


      What You Need To Know: Korg Electribe Series

      What You Need To Know: Korg Electribe Series

      August 10, 2016

      Samson Z55 Headphones win PC Magazines Editor’s Choice Award

      Samson Z55 Headphones win PC Magazines Editor’s Choice Award

      February 24, 2016

      Samson Expedition XP112A & XP115A 2-Way Active PA Speakers

      Samson Expedition XP112A & XP115A 2-Way Active PA Speakers

      October 29, 2014

      Samson SXD Series Power Amplifiers with DSP

      Samson SXD Series Power Amplifiers with DSP

      October 22, 2014


      Essential Gear: Direct Boxes

      Essential Gear: Direct Boxes

      June 10, 2016

      Choosing the Right Microphone For Live Situations

      Choosing the Right Microphone For Live Situations

      January 28, 2016


      Jamie Kent: Artist Interview

      Jamie Kent: Artist Interview

      October 24, 2017

      Yamaha TF-Series Mixers: Everything You Need to Know

      Yamaha TF-Series Mixers: Everything You Need to Know

      May 4, 2017

      Arturia MatrixBrute: Everything You Need to Know

      Arturia MatrixBrute: Everything You Need to Know

      March 15, 2017

      Arturia DrumBrute: Everything You Need to Know

      Arturia DrumBrute: Everything You Need to Know

      March 10, 2017


  • Recording
    • All Beat Production iOS Recording & Technology Price Drops/Rebate Recording Buyer’s Guides Recording Reviews Recording Tips & Tricks Recording Videos
      Samson QH4 Headphone Amplifier: Quick Look

      Samson QH4 Headphone Amplifier: Quick Look

      April 18, 2018

      Yamaha MX88 Synthesizer: Everything You Need to Know

      Yamaha MX88 Synthesizer: Everything You Need to Know

      April 5, 2018

      Samson Go Mic Mobile Smartphone Wireless Microphone: Everything You Need to Know

      Samson Go Mic Mobile Smartphone Wireless Microphone: Everything You Need to Know

      December 6, 2017

      Tascam Track Factory Project: Everything You Need to Know

      Tascam Track Factory Project: Everything You Need to Know

      November 17, 2017


      Yamaha MX Synthesizers: Everything You Need to Know

      Yamaha MX Synthesizers: Everything You Need to Know

      October 24, 2017

      Stagelight Digital Audio Workstation:Get Your Free Download

      Stagelight Digital Audio Workstation:Get Your Free Download

      June 30, 2017

      Novation Peak Synthesizer: Everything You Need to Know

      Novation Peak Synthesizer: Everything You Need to Know

      June 22, 2017

      Roli Blocks: Everything You Need To Know

      Roli Blocks: Everything You Need To Know

      May 11, 2017


      Samson Go Mic Mobile Smartphone Wireless Microphone: Everything You Need to Know

      Samson Go Mic Mobile Smartphone Wireless Microphone: Everything You Need to Know

      December 6, 2017

      Yamaha MX Synthesizers: Everything You Need to Know

      Yamaha MX Synthesizers: Everything You Need to Know

      October 24, 2017

      Roli Blocks: Everything You Need To Know

      Roli Blocks: Everything You Need To Know

      May 11, 2017

      The NAMM Show Recap

      The NAMM Show Recap

      February 3, 2017


      Tascam Audio Interfaces: Free Training/Trade In Program

      Tascam Audio Interfaces: Free Training/Trade In Program

      October 18, 2016

      Sam Ash Super Deal: M-Audio BX8-D2 Monitors 9.99 Pair

      Sam Ash Super Deal: M-Audio BX8-D2 Monitors $219.99 Pair

      October 10, 2014

      Korg Instant Rebates!

      Korg Instant Rebates!

      October 1, 2014

      Free LPK25 Keyboard Controller rebate with Akai Pro MPC Studio

      Free LPK25 Keyboard Controller rebate with Akai Pro MPC Studio

      September 15, 2014


      Tascam Track Factory Project: Everything You Need to Know

      Tascam Track Factory Project: Everything You Need to Know

      November 17, 2017

      Arturia MatrixBrute: Everything You Need to Know

      Arturia MatrixBrute: Everything You Need to Know

      March 15, 2017

      Arturia DrumBrute: Everything You Need to Know

      Arturia DrumBrute: Everything You Need to Know

      March 10, 2017

      Korg ARP Odyssey Module: Everything You Need to Know

      Korg ARP Odyssey Module: Everything You Need to Know

      March 3, 2017


      Novation Peak Synthesizer: Everything You Need to Know

      Novation Peak Synthesizer: Everything You Need to Know

      June 22, 2017

      What You Need to Know: Universal Audio Apollo Twin Audio Interface

      What You Need to Know: Universal Audio Apollo Twin Audio Interface

      September 22, 2016

      What You Need To Know: Korg Electribe Series

      What You Need To Know: Korg Electribe Series

      August 10, 2016

      THiNK Media TV – Samson Stage X1U Review

      THiNK Media TV – Samson Stage X1U Review

      April 26, 2016


      Exploring Vocal Looping: An Interview with Just Alliance

      Exploring Vocal Looping: An Interview with Just Alliance

      March 13, 2017

      How to Record Great Audio for Your YouTube Channel

      How to Record Great Audio for Your YouTube Channel

      September 1, 2016

      Essential Gear: Direct Boxes

      Essential Gear: Direct Boxes

      June 10, 2016

      The Advantages Of MoPads For Studio Monitors

      The Advantages Of MoPads For Studio Monitors

      January 28, 2016


      Samson QH4 Headphone Amplifier: Quick Look

      Samson QH4 Headphone Amplifier: Quick Look

      April 18, 2018

      Tascam Track Factory Project: Everything You Need to Know

      Tascam Track Factory Project: Everything You Need to Know

      November 17, 2017

      Arturia MatrixBrute: Everything You Need to Know

      Arturia MatrixBrute: Everything You Need to Know

      March 15, 2017

      Arturia DrumBrute: Everything You Need to Know

      Arturia DrumBrute: Everything You Need to Know

      March 10, 2017


  • DJ
    • All DJ & Lighting Price Drops/Rebates DJ Buyer’s Guides DJ Videos DJ/Lighting Reviews
      QSC K.2 Active Loudspeakers: Everything You Need to Know

      QSC K.2 Active Loudspeakers: Everything You Need to Know

      September 14, 2017

      Stagelight Digital Audio Workstation:Get Your Free Download

      Stagelight Digital Audio Workstation:Get Your Free Download

      June 30, 2017

      Roli Blocks: Everything You Need To Know

      Roli Blocks: Everything You Need To Know

      May 11, 2017

      The NAMM Show Recap

      The NAMM Show Recap

      February 3, 2017


      Free LPK25 Keyboard Controller rebate with Akai Pro MPC Studio

      Free LPK25 Keyboard Controller rebate with Akai Pro MPC Studio

      September 15, 2014

      FREE Studio Condenser Mic with purchase of Samson RXA Studio Monitors

      FREE Studio Condenser Mic with purchase of Samson RXA Studio Monitors

      August 4, 2014

      Akai MAX25 MIDI Controller just 9 after rebate until Aug. 31st

      Akai MAX25 MIDI Controller just $249 after rebate until Aug. 31st

      August 1, 2014


      QSC K.2 Active Loudspeakers: Everything You Need to Know

      QSC K.2 Active Loudspeakers: Everything You Need to Know

      September 14, 2017

      Sam Ash Roundup: DJ Controllers Under 0

      Sam Ash Roundup: DJ Controllers Under $600

      April 4, 2015

      Sam Ash Roundup: Pro DJ Controllers

      April 4, 2015


      Roli Blocks: Everything You Need To Know

      Roli Blocks: Everything You Need To Know

      May 11, 2017

      Roland DJ808 DJ Controller: What You Need to Know

      Roland DJ808 DJ Controller: What You Need to Know

      January 27, 2017

      Digital Trends – Samson Z55 Headphone Video Review

      Digital Trends – Samson Z55 Headphone Video Review

      April 26, 2016

      Review & Video: Samson Synth Seven Wireless Mic

      Review & Video: Samson Synth Seven Wireless Mic

      August 21, 2015


      Digital Trends – Samson Z55 Headphone Video Review

      Digital Trends – Samson Z55 Headphone Video Review

      April 26, 2016

      Samson Z55 Headphones win PC Magazines Editor’s Choice Award

      Samson Z55 Headphones win PC Magazines Editor’s Choice Award

      February 24, 2016

      0 Studio Monitor Roundup

      $150 Studio Monitor Roundup

      August 14, 2014


  • Band & Orchestra
    • All Band/Orchestra Buyer’s Guides
      How To String Your Violin Presented by D’Addario

      How To String Your Violin Presented by D’Addario

      April 4, 2018

      Benjamin Adams VN75 Violin Outfit: Everything You Need to Know

      Benjamin Adams VN75 Violin Outfit: Everything You Need to Know

      November 20, 2017

      Benjamin Adams VN50 Violin Outfit: Everything You Need to Know

      Benjamin Adams VN50 Violin Outfit: Everything You Need to Know

      November 20, 2017

      Jean Baptiste Brass and Woodwinds: Everything You Need To Know

      Jean Baptiste Brass and Woodwinds: Everything You Need To Know

      August 29, 2017


      Benjamin Adams VN75 Violin Outfit: Everything You Need to Know

      Benjamin Adams VN75 Violin Outfit: Everything You Need to Know

      November 20, 2017

      Benjamin Adams VN50 Violin Outfit: Everything You Need to Know

      Benjamin Adams VN50 Violin Outfit: Everything You Need to Know

      November 20, 2017

      Jean Baptiste Brass and Woodwinds: Everything You Need To Know

      Jean Baptiste Brass and Woodwinds: Everything You Need To Know

      August 29, 2017

      How to Choose Your First Violin

      How to Choose Your First Violin

      August 11, 2017


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  • Guitar
    • All Amps & Effects Buyer’s Guides Guitar Buyer’s Guides Guitar Price Drops/Rebates Guitar Reviews Guitar Tips & Tricks Guitar Videos
      Looper Pedals: Everything You Need To Know

      Looper Pedals: Everything You Need To Know

      April 18, 2018

      D’Addario NYXL Strings: Everything You Need to Know

      D’Addario NYXL Strings: Everything You Need to Know

      February 9, 2018

      D’Addario Nickel Bronze Strings: Everything You Need to Know

      D’Addario Nickel Bronze Strings: Everything You Need to Know

      February 9, 2018

      Corona Aphrodite: Everything You Need to Know

      Corona Aphrodite: Everything You Need to Know

      January 29, 2018


      Looper Pedals: Everything You Need To Know

      Looper Pedals: Everything You Need To Know

      April 18, 2018

      EarthQuaker Devices Westwood: Everything You Need to Know

      EarthQuaker Devices Westwood: Everything You Need to Know

      January 11, 2018

      Keeley Caverns V2: Everything You Need to Know

      Keeley Caverns V2: Everything You Need to Know

      August 25, 2017

      EarthQuaker Devices Data Corrupter: Everything You Need to Know

      EarthQuaker Devices Data Corrupter: Everything You Need to Know

      August 24, 2017


      D’Addario NYXL Strings: Everything You Need to Know

      D’Addario NYXL Strings: Everything You Need to Know

      February 9, 2018

      D’Addario Nickel Bronze Strings: Everything You Need to Know

      D’Addario Nickel Bronze Strings: Everything You Need to Know

      February 9, 2018

      Corona Aphrodite: Everything You Need to Know

      Corona Aphrodite: Everything You Need to Know

      January 29, 2018

      EarthQuaker Devices Westwood: Everything You Need to Know

      EarthQuaker Devices Westwood: Everything You Need to Know

      January 11, 2018


      Lag Guitars Arkane Series A66 Electric Guitar

      Lag Guitars Arkane Series A66 Electric Guitar

      August 7, 2015

      Lag Guitars Arkane Series A100BLK Electric Guitar

      Lag Guitars Arkane Series A100BLK Electric Guitar

      August 7, 2015

      Amazing Deal: Fender Select Port Orford Stratocaster alt=

      Amazing Deal: Fender Select Port Orford Stratocaster $1,399.99

      March 23, 2015

      Super Deal! Breedlove Stage Black Magic Concert 9!

      Super Deal! Breedlove Stage Black Magic Concert $599!

      October 15, 2014


      Martin Guitars: Expert Picks

      Martin Guitars: Expert Picks

      November 27, 2017

      DigiTech FreqOut Natural Feedback Creator: Everything You Need to Know

      DigiTech FreqOut Natural Feedback Creator: Everything You Need to Know

      August 23, 2017

      EarthQuaker Devices Eruptor Classic Fuzz: Everything You Need to Know

      EarthQuaker Devices Eruptor Classic Fuzz: Everything You Need to Know

      August 21, 2017

      Ernie Ball Paradigm Strings: Everything You Need to Know

      Ernie Ball Paradigm Strings: Everything You Need to Know

      March 31, 2017


      DigiTech FreqOut Natural Feedback Creator: Everything You Need to Know

      DigiTech FreqOut Natural Feedback Creator: Everything You Need to Know

      August 23, 2017

      Flamenco Guitar Vs Classical Guitar

      Flamenco Guitar Vs Classical Guitar

      May 16, 2017

      Double Locking Tremolo System: Everything You Need to Know

      Double Locking Tremolo System: Everything You Need to Know

      May 16, 2017

      Basic Soldering Guide For Musicians

      Basic Soldering Guide For Musicians

      May 11, 2017


      D’Addario Nickel Bronze Strings: Everything You Need to Know

      D’Addario Nickel Bronze Strings: Everything You Need to Know

      February 9, 2018

      Corona Aphrodite: Everything You Need to Know

      Corona Aphrodite: Everything You Need to Know

      January 29, 2018

      EarthQuaker Devices Westwood: Everything You Need to Know

      EarthQuaker Devices Westwood: Everything You Need to Know

      January 11, 2018

      Yamaha REVSTAR Guitars: Everything You Need to Know

      Yamaha REVSTAR Guitars: Everything You Need to Know

      October 4, 2017


  • Bass
    • All Bass Guitar Buyer’s Guides Bass Price Drops/Rebates Bass Videos
      Yamaha BB Basses: Everything You Need to Know

      Yamaha BB Basses: Everything You Need to Know

      March 27, 2018

      The NAMM Show Recap

      The NAMM Show Recap

      February 3, 2017

      The Fender Flea Signature Jazz Bass

      The Fender Flea Signature Jazz Bass

      July 11, 2016

      Hot Winter Samson & Hartke Rebates

      Hot Winter Samson & Hartke Rebates

      February 12, 2016


      Yamaha BB Basses: Everything You Need to Know

      Yamaha BB Basses: Everything You Need to Know

      March 27, 2018

      Choosing the best Bass Amp

      Choosing the best Bass Amp

      January 26, 2016

      Sam Ash Roundup: Bass Combo Amps Under 0

      Sam Ash Roundup: Bass Combo Amps Under $400

      April 4, 2015


      Price Drop: Fender Modern Player Jazz Bass 9.99

      Price Drop: Fender Modern Player Jazz Bass $399.99

      September 24, 2014

      Hartke HD50 Bass Combo Amps just 9.99 after  mail-in rebate until Aug 31st!

      Hartke HD50 Bass Combo Amps just $179.99 after $20 mail-in rebate until Aug 31st!

      July 15, 2014


      Yamaha BB Basses: Everything You Need to Know

      Yamaha BB Basses: Everything You Need to Know

      March 27, 2018

      Victor Wooten Introduces the new Hartke Kickback KB12

      Victor Wooten Introduces the new Hartke Kickback KB12

      January 21, 2016

      Peavey MAX 126 Combo Bass Amp

      Peavey MAX 126 Combo Bass Amp

      May 23, 2014

      Ampeg Portaflex Series – NAMM 2014

      Ampeg Portaflex Series – NAMM 2014

      February 2, 2014


  • Drums
    • All Drum Reviews Drum Videos Drumming Buyer’s Guides Drumming Tips & Tricks Drums & Percussion Price Drops/Rebates
      Roland Electronic Drum Buyers Guide

      Roland Electronic Drum Buyers Guide

      August 14, 2017

      Roland EC-10M: Everything You Need to Know

      Roland EC-10M: Everything You Need to Know

      May 24, 2017

      Arturia DrumBrute: Everything You Need to Know

      Arturia DrumBrute: Everything You Need to Know

      March 10, 2017

      The NAMM Show Recap

      The NAMM Show Recap

      February 3, 2017


      Roland Electronic Drum Buyers Guide

      Roland Electronic Drum Buyers Guide

      August 14, 2017


      Roland EC-10M: Everything You Need to Know

      Roland EC-10M: Everything You Need to Know

      May 24, 2017

      Arturia DrumBrute: Everything You Need to Know

      Arturia DrumBrute: Everything You Need to Know

      March 10, 2017

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written by Sam Ash Music April 4, 2014
Fender Stratocaster Players

Who Plays A Stratocaster?

There are too many great Stratocaster players to mention them all and we doubt that there are many great electric guitar players that don’t own at least one Strat, but here is a partial list of some of the heroes of the Stratocaster and the models that give (or gave) them their sound:

Bille Rae Carson – Bill Carson was a western swing guitar player raised in Amarillo Texas who moved to California. In 1951 he walked into the Fender factory to ask about the new Fender Broadcaster (now called the Telecaster) electric guitar. Carson became friends with Leo Fender and began telling him what was wrong with the Tele. He took the Telecaster out on the road, talked to players about improvements in design, and this led to the development of the Stratocaster, which he said, “fits better to your body like a well tailored shirt should.”

Buddy Holly – Buddy Holly is one of the first great heroes of the Stratocaster and one of the pioneers of Rock n’ Roll of the late ’50s. He played both lead and rhythm guitar and beginning with his performances at the Apollo Theater in 1957, with his band the Crickets, was one of the first white performers to include black neighborhood theaters on his tour. Among his many hits, his song “That’ll be the Day” is ranked 39 on Rolling Stone’s list of The 500 Greatest Songs of All Time. On February 2, 1959, the “Day the Music Died” a plane crash claimed his life along with Ritchie Valens and The Big Bopper. Buddy Holly’s tombstone is decorated by images of his beloved Stratocaster and sun glasses. If you’re ready to impress your Peggy Sue, choose a Squier Classic Vibe ’50s Strat, a Fender Classic Series ’50s Stratocaster, or the Fender American Vintage ’57 Stratocaster Reissue.

Dick Dale – One of the fastest guitar players on earth, Dick Dale is a pioneer of surf rock and one of the first to own the Stratocaster, given to him personally by Leo Fender. His sound, which included heavy use of reverb, was a huge influence on Jan and Dean and the Beach Boys. Dick Dale is a lefty who plays a righty guitar so his signature strat has a reverse headstock, making it look like a lefty, but is a right handed guitar.

Al Jardine – Founding member, rhythm guitarist and occasional lead singer for the Beach Boys. His Stratocaster helped give them their distinctive sound, which includes principally Fender instruments. For the Beach Boys sound go for the Squier Classic Vibe ’60s, the Fender Classic Series ’60s Strat, or the Fender American Vintage ’62 Stratocaster Reissue.

Ritchie Valens – lost on “the day the music died” in 1959, Ritchie will always be remembered for his great version of “La Bamba” on which he played a sunburst Strat.

Pete Townshend – lead guitarist for The Who and a great solo artist has used the Stratocaster almost exclusively since 1989 – before that Pete had used various Rickenbacker, Gretsch, Gibson, and Fender electrics and smashed a few Danelectros and Vox guitars on stage. Pete’s Strat is a specially modified version of the Eric Clapton Signature Strat with Lace Sensor pickups, but on the Tommy album his 12-string is a Stratocaster Fender Electric XII. He first let his love for Stratocaster open the door in the 1967 Monterey Pop Festival. Dave Marsh’s “The New Book of Rock Lists” ranks Pete as #3 on his list of Best Guitarists.

Stevie Ray Vaughan – The younger brother of Jimmy Vaughan (who also has his own signature Strat), Stevie Ray Vaughan was one of the most beloved and influential Texas Blues guitarists of all time. Stevie’s incredible guitar work on “The House is A’Rockin,” “Crossfire” and “Pride and Joy” really highlights the sound of the Stevie Ray Vaughan Strat with its great Texas Special pickups. Vaughan died in a helicopter crash in 1990, but his music, honored with Texas’s Stevie Ray Vaughan Day by former governor Ann Richards, lives on.

Bonnie Raitt – Here’s something to talk about: Nine time Grammy winning blues guitarist, singer, and activist Bonnie Raitt, is the daughter of Broadway and film star John Raitt. She is particularly famous for her bottleneck guitar playing and has just released her 18th album. Bonnie has performed with such blues legends as BB King, Roy Orbison, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Taj Mahal, and Jackson Browne. Bonnie’s Signature Stratocaster is no longer made, but it had an alder body, Texas Special pickups, a Vintage style tremolo, with vintage tuners, and 22 medium jumbo frets. Many of these features are available on the value priced American Special Strat. Bonnie also uses the Fender Pro Junior amp and amps and effects from Vox and Boss.

Mark Knopfler – Number 27 on Rolling Stone’s 100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time, Mark Knopfler along with his brother David founded the band Dire Straits in 1977. He is not from Down South – London Town, but was born in Glasgow, Scotland. Knopfler’s work with Dire Straits, his solo work and collaboration with other artists, and his film score work is enduring. His many songs include unforgettable guitar riffs, think of “Money for Nothing,” “Walk of Life” and “Romeo and Juliet” for just a few. In his teens, Mark wanted a Fiesta Red Stratocaster, but had to settle for something less. Today, the Mark Knopfler Stratocaster comes in that hot red finish, with an Ash body, ’62 vintage C-shaped neck and three Texas Special Humbucking Pickups. Set its 5 way switch in position 2 to recreate the sound of “Sultans of Swing.”

Bob Dylan – Bob Dylan has owned an use a lot of different guitars. His acoustics have been mostly Martins and Gibsons throughout his career, but the man who invented folk-rock and became the voice of his generation has been fairly consistently a Stratocaster player for his electric guitar work. Just as he can’t be pinned down on his musical style, his opinions, or even his religion for very long, Dylan can’t be pinned down on his choice of Stratocaster. He has been photographed with maple and rosewood fingerboard models, has used a Bonnie Raitt Signature model, and has owned and sold a 1993 aluminum Stratocaster model. He appears to prefer the 3 single coil models like the Fender American Standard Stratocaster.

John Lennon – John Lennon used a 1961 Stratocaster during his recording sessions for “Help!” and during the “Sgt. Pepper” sessions. It features prominently on the track for “Nowhere Man”.

George Harrison – George Harrison got his first Strat in 1965 and used it to record the “Rubber Soul” album. He can also be seen playing it (with his own hand painted psychedelic paint job and the guitar’s nickname “Rocky” on the headstock) in the films for Magical Mystery Tour and the Concert for Bangladesh.

Eric Clapton – Everybody’s favorite guitar hero, Clapton has played the Stratocaster since 1970. His first Strat, named “Brownie” was featured on the original recording of “Layla.” His guitar “Blackie,” was made of parts from 3 different guitars and was ultimately sold at a charity auction for $959,500 in 2004. His own nickname, Slowhand was given to him by producer Giorgio Gomelsky and is the title of the album that contains “Lay Down Sally,” “Cocaine,” and “Wonderful Tonight” three of Clapton’s most popular singles. The first model in the Signature Series was the Eric Clapton Signature Strat. Sorry to say, you missed Sam Ash’s exclusive Eric Clapton Antigua model in a beautiful off white Antigua finish with part of the proceeds going to the Eric Clapton Crossroads foundation, but you can still get the Eric Clapton Signature Stratocaster and the Eric Clapton Custom Shop Stratocaster. Both guitars are built to Clapton’s exact specifications and feature a soft “V” shaped neck, block tremolo, and Vintage Noiseless Pickups. Owning either is like being invited by Eric Clapton to take one of his favorite axes.

John Mayer – Originally known for his work in acoustic rock, Grammy winning John Mayer in 2005 began a transition to blues by collaborating with BB King, Buddy Guy, and Eric Clapton and performed at Clapton’s Crossroads Guitar festival in 2007. Rolling Stone featured him on the cover in February 2007 where he was nicknamed “Slowhand Jr.” proclaiming him one of a new generation of guitar gods. The John Mayer Stratocaster is made to John’s exact specifications and features three “Big Dipper” single coil pickups that heavily emphasize the rich bass and treble tones and limit the midrange. The guitar has an alder body (we resist the temptation to call it’s body a wonderland), African rosewood fingerboard, and larger C shaped neck.

Jimi Hendrix – possibly the most influential blues/rock guitarist of all time, Jimi Hendrix is closely associated with the Fender Stratocaster. A lefty, he turned his right handed Stratocaster upside down and reversed the strings. He owned many Strats during his career and gave many away as gifts. One of his 1968 Stratocasters with a sunburst finish sold at a Christie’s auction for $168,000. There is no Jimi Hendrix artist or signature model, but if you want to be Experienced with his guitar, get a white Squier Classic Vibe ’60s, a Fender Classic Series ’60s Strat, or the Fender American Vintage ’62 Stratocaster Reissue, play it through a Marshall Stack, with a Vox Classic Wah Wah pedal, a Dunlop Jimi Hendrix Fuzz Face Distortion Pedal, and Dunlop UV1 Univibe Effect Pedal (for that Leslie rotating speaker effect). If, like Jimi, you are a lefty, also consider the Hal Leonard Picture Chord Encyclopedia for Left Handed Guitarists and the Hal Leonard Guide to Left Handed Chords for Guitar to help your technique.

David Gilmour – Since 1967, David Gilmour has been the voice and lead guitar of Pink Floyd. Guitarist magazine considers him the greatest Fender guitarist ever (beating out Jimi Hendrix and Eric Clapton), an issue that can hardly leave you comfortably numb. Gilmour has several successful solo albums. There are actually two David Gilmour Stratocasters produced by the Fender Custom Shop: a Relic reproduction of his own 30 year old customized guitar and an NOS (new old stock) version that is the same guitar without the wear and tear of 30 years on the road. The Gilmour Strats feature an alder body with sunburst finish covered over by a black lacquer (or a simple black nitrocellulose lacquer finish on the NOS version) with black a pickguard, a vintage tremolo with shortened tremolo arm, and a maple fingerboard on a 1983 thin shoulder “C” shaped maple neck. It includes three custom pickups: At the neck is a Custom hand wound Fat 1950’s single coil Strat pickup, at the bridge is a Seymour Duncan SSL-5 Single Coil Strat pickup, and in the middle is a Custom Wound Single coil Strat pickup. Both guitars also feature a Deluxe black hardshell case, Evidence Audio high end cable, and David Gilmour’s 3 disk Live in Gdansk CD/DVD package.

Buddy Guy – As a acknowledged major influence on Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, and Stevie Ray Vaughn, 5 time Grammy winning Buddy Guy is one of the greatest examples of the Chicago Blues Style. Fender’s Buddy Guy Standard Stratocaster is black with a polka dot finish, and features a maple fingerboard on a soft V-shaped maple neck, alder body, and 3 ceramic pickups. It comes with a deluxe gig bag.

Kenny Wayne Shepherd – Self taught Kenny Wayne Shepherd released his first album when he was 16 years old. A collector of vintage guitars and vintage Dodge autos, he is in the latest generations of great blues musicians. His affordable Kenny Wayne Shepherd Stratocaster is based on his beloved 1961 Strat and features his three custom voiced Kenny Wayne Shepard single coil pickups.

Billy Corgan – Smashing Pumpkin’s Billy Corgan, the son of a blues guitarist, cites as influences, Black Sabbath, The Cure, and Cheap Trick (performing guitar on their live recording of “Mandocello”). Billy is featured on bass in nearly every Smashing Pumpkin’s album and is well know for his guitar solos. The Billy Corgan Stratocaster is a hard tail (no tremolo) model, with three Dimarzio pickups to recreate his famous 1990’s buzzsaw tone.

 

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