Fender have introduced a new series of amplifiers called the Pawn Shop Specials. The series currently has two models: the Excelsior and the Greta: Meet Greta™ and Excelsior™, Fender’s new and coolly unconventional Pawn Shop Special amplifiers. The two stylish amps resemble the esoteric finds you might discover in a pawnshop or second-hand store, and make for the most … [Read more...]
NAMM 2012: PRS Signature Limited
PRS Guitars have announced another new model, the Signature Limited: In early 2011, PRS Guitars offered a 100 piece run of its Signature model through the company’s exclusive Private Stock division. For 2012, this innovative model is being released as the Signature Limited, a 400 piece run of guitars built by PRS Guitars’ core production line. These beautiful multi-toned … [Read more...]
Video: Luthier Jay Lichty
This is a wonderful video featuring Jay Lichty, a luthier I have discussed several times on here. One day, I plan on creating my own guitar from scratch. Until then, I'll enjoy watching videos like this for inspiration: If you're looking to build your own guitar, too, Lichty even offers a guitar-building workshop. … [Read more...]
NAMM 2012: Fender Machete Combo Amp
The Machete combo amp is an interesting new amp from Fender: Fender proudly introduces the all-new Machete combo amp. With tremendous versatility and performance-oriented features, this high-end, sonically powerful combo is an essential companion for the discerning musician. The 50-watt, dual-channel Machete combo boasts a completely new high-gain channel, an extremely … [Read more...]
NAMM 2012: Fuchs Audio 4-Aces
Fuchs Audio Technology have announced a new addition to their Casino line of amplifiers: the 4-watt 4-Aces amplifier. I had a chance to hear other amps in the Casino line at the Nashville Amp Show last fall, and they sounded terrific. (It didn't hurt that Anthony Stauffer was the one playing through them.) I'm a bit of a low-watt amp junkie, so I'm really intrigued by this … [Read more...]